Office Coordinator- Community Development

This position is responsible to support the City of Merriam’s mission by providing a variety of routine to advanced administrative work for the Community Development Department. This position actively interacts with members of the public and has a strong sense of customer service and discipline.

Essential Functions

• Responds to public inquiries relating to Community Development services; handles questions and matters of a more technical nature; responds professionally to citizen concerns.
• Coordinates the office operations of the department using various computer software applications to design databases and form for department-related files and information.
• Prepares accurate agendas and supporting materials; takes and transcribes minutes; prepares and distributes various minutes and reports.
• Maintains accurate departmental records and documents.
• Schedules building and environmental inspections.
• Issues various licenses and permits as assigned.
• Electronic transactions processing and bank deposit reconciliation and preparation.
• May serve as a back-up for City Hall Administrative Coordinator and City Clerk.
• Attends various evening meetings as the recording secretary.
• May serve as a member of various employee committees
• Promote City values at all times
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate on a one-to-one basis with the public
• Excellent public service skills
• Ability to interact with members of the public via telephone, electronic means, and in-person
• Some knowledge of building permits and planning processes preferred, but not mandatory
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite with competence in Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to use modern office equipment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and interruptions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, employees, and elected officials

Minimum Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of experience in an office management or administrative setting
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Qualified applicants must apply online at www.merriam.org/jobs. If reasonable accommodation is necessary to apply, contact Stephanie Thompson, Human Resources, sthompson@merriam.org