Administrative Assistant I - Office of the Fire Marshal

Salary Range:  $29.33/hr. (Step I)

The Town of Montville has an immediate opening for an experienced Administrative Assistant I. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes, Health and Dental, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Automatic enrollment into the Connecticut Municipal Employee Retirement System (CMERS), Voluntary 457b Retirement Plan, Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Benefits to include Cancer and Accident Plans, HSA contribution provided by The Town, and stipend provided for medical waiver, Vacation and generous Sick/PTO policy, including all federal holidays, and a Floating Holiday. 

In this highly responsible role, the Administrative Assistant will provide direct support to the Office of the Fire Marshal. Duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to; typing and preparing correspondence, scheduling of inspections, budgeting, purchase orders, filing, receiving visitors, handling cash, answering phones, interfacing with other departments, preparing certifications and performing research.

The ideal candidate will have excellent people skills and scheduling experience. *Work experience in a municipality is a plus!

Qualifications:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to perform duties competently with attention to detail and accuracy

Experience in interfacing with the public

Able to work independently

Experience and Training:

Graduation from high school, including or supplemented by courses in business and data processing plus five years of experience in secretarial and general office work; or an Associate's degree in business related field and two years' related experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

The Town of Montville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment.

For consideration: Please submit a resume and cover letter via Indeed or: Direct Mail to Human Resources, c/o Town of Montville, 310 Norwich-New London Turnpike., Uncasville, CT 06382

Email: mdamelia@montville-ct.org

Closing Date: 9/11/2026

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.