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Responsibilities

· Respond to or oversee response to incoming calls, inquiries or complaints.

· Greet visitors, accept payments, dispense documents, prepare receipts or oversee these tasks.

· Accept or assign and oversee acceptance of the following applications: 1. Subdivision/Land Development 2. Building Permits 3. Zoning Hearing Board 4. Conditional Use applications.

· Prepare agendas for Supervisor meetings and Planning Commission meetings.

· Attend all regular and special meetings of the Board of Supervisors and Planning Commission. Keep a record of proceedings or ensure that minutes are recorded for each meeting.

· Perform bookkeeping functions and maintain accounts for all Township funds.

· Pay bills and other obligations upon approval of the Supervisors.

· Prepare payroll and maintain personnel records for Township employees.

· Assists in preparation of annual budget by summarizing past expenditures, estimating costs of future needs, computing expected revenues and recommending tax rates necessary to meet budget requirements.

· Provide required notice for adoption of all Township ordinances and keep a copy of all ordinances, resolutions, etc. in accordance with the Second-Class Township Code.

· Maintain the Township seal for safe keeping and proper use.

· Prepare or oversee preparation of the Township newsletters.

· Maintain or oversee maintenance and updating of Township website.

· Process all insurance claims.

· Prepare and file all required forms and reports required by the state and federal government and insurance carriers.

· Communicate with Township Engineer, Solicitor and other Township Boards, Commissions and Committees. Be a point person to keep the lines of communication open between the Board of Supervisors and all other Boards, Commissions and Committees.

Qualifications

· Knowledge of office methods and procedures.

· Skill in use of computer, email, and standard office equipment.

· Skill in use of Word, Excel and QuickBooks Pro software programs.

· Ability to perform mathematical computations necessary to keep fiscal records.

· Ability to communicate effectively, including orally and in writing.

· Ability to work effectively with Township officials, other government officials, business associates and the public.

· Strong interpersonal and consensus-building skills.

*******Candidates must be bondable and pass a credit and background check.

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