Lower Southampton Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Township only accepts applications for posted vacancies. Lower Southampton Township does not keep applications on file.
There are currently four employment opportunities.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE TOWNSHIP MANAGER- FULL TIME
Lower Southampton Township is seeking candidates for one (1) full time Executive Assistant to the Township Manager. This is a Non-Union/Exempt position.
The Executive Assistant will support the Township Manager with organized, responsive executive administration, serving as custodian of official documents and confidential records, scheduling, and responding to inquiries from the public, and other governmental and legal agencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage calendars, coordinate projects and events, and keep communication and office operations moving smoothly. Work involves dealing with government officials and the public, with tact and diplomacy, works closely with the Township Manager with communications regarding citizenry concerns and public information.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Organizes, sets priorities, takes initiative and exercises sound independent judgment
- Attends board meetings and work sessions to takes minutes
- Coordinates with the website Host/Vendor on the maintenance and updates of the Township website and social media as it pertains to current and relevant information
- Assists in the development of short and long range plans; researches, gathers, interprets, and prepares data, coordinates activities with other departments and agencies as needed
- Assists in preparation and communication of the preliminary and final budget.
- Alerts the Manager with information and problem areas needing attention and awareness
- Serves as liaison to all departments, providing information related to policies and procedures and conveys the Manager’s directives and instructions
- Exercises independent judgment with respect to real or potential problems and initiates resolution
- Maintains efficient work flow through the Manager’s Office to the entire municipal organization
- Reports work accomplished to Manager, and keeps apprised of all situations
- Acts as liaison between residents and departments in areas of conflict, assists with the resolution; refers to appropriate authority as necessary
- Prepares a variety of reports; conducts research regarding proposals for programs, grants, services, budget, equipment, etc.
- Oversees scheduling of meetings on central calendar; assigns rooms and access to meeting rooms
- Prepares drafts of speeches, presentations, resolutions, ordinances, contracts, proclamations, administrative policies and certificates as assigned
- Responds to inquiries and requests from employees, citizens, elected officials and others
- Coordinates and prepares communications for road closures and/or problem area/areas within township
EDUCATION:
Applicants must have a minimum of a College degree in Accounting/Finance or Public Administration or Communication from an accredited college or university with a minimum of three years’ experience and exposure in an office environment preferably legal or municipal government. Any combination of experience and training, deemed sufficient by the Manager, may be accepted in lieu of minimum educational qualifications.
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
To apply please submit a cover letter with resume to Township Manager and Human Resource Director:
jgaldo@lstwp.org and ladams@lstwp.org
PUBLIC WORKS ROAD CREW & SEWER WORKER
(3) Vacancies – Union covered (after 180 days probation)
Lower Southampton Township is seeking applicants for 3 full-time Driver/Utilities Workers. Candidates will perform and participate in maintenance and repair tasks of all Township-owned properties, buildings, parks, grounds, streets, signs, drainage systems, sanitary sewer systems, and pump stations. All employees must participate in road milling and patching, snow removal operations, and on-call duty (which includes nights, weekends, and holidays).
A desirable candidate will have experience in Public Works maintenance and facility maintenance. Preferred candidate must have working knowledge and skill in two or more of the following: plumbing, HVAC, electrical and/or masonry.
Employee must acquire a valid “Class B” CDL Driver’s License during the 180 days probation.
Employee must also acquire a sanitation certification within 12 months of the date of hire.
Candidate should have the ability to lift 50 lbs., be in good physical condition, and be able to work in outside weather conditions.
Starting hourly rate is $24.00 without a CDL license or $26.00 with a CDL license when obtained.
Health Benefits are available after 60 days of employment.
Applicant must supply a current copy of a criminal history record check from https://epatch.state.pa.us upon offer of employment and is also subject to a pre-employment physical and drug and alcohol screening and random drug screening throughout their employment
Lower Southampton Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from individuals who have not previously applied for this role.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, completed application, resume, and references to Lower Southampton Township c/o Human Resource Director, 1500 Desire Avenue, Feasterville, PA 19053 or e-mail at Ladams@lstwp.org.
Applications are available online at www.lowersouthamptontownship.org. Applications may also be submitted by email to Ladams@lstwp.org
Lower Southampton Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
