The McHenry Township Fire Protection District is accepting applications for the position of Administrative Assistant to the Fire Chief. Applications can be obtained from the District website: www.mtfpd.org. The application and a resume with three personal and three business references must be submitted online by 5:00 PM on Monday, September 14, 2020. Emails will not be accepted.

This is a staff level administrative position that works directly with the Fire Chief performing diverse administrative duties and support. Responsibilities include payroll, scheduling, data collection, report preparation, meeting preparation, keeping of official records, office management and meetings, speaking with the public, and backup to the Administrative Assistant to the Deputy Chiefs position. This administrative position will also be able to perform some Business Manager functions as a backup.

Applicants must be able to perform all essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

High school diploma or GED required. Associates Degree in Secretarial Science or Office Management from a two-year college or technical school is desired. Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Business Management, Business Administration, Secretarial Sciences or Office Management preferred. Proven work experience and knowledge can be substituted for college degree.

Administrative experience with either a Fire Protection District or a municipal Fire Department is preferred.

The Administrative Assistant position is an on-site full-time salaried non-exempt/at will position working Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Administrative Assistant position offers a starting salary range of $50,000 - $55,000 (depending on qualifications) and benefit package.

Selected qualified Administrative Assistant candidates will be contacted for an interview after September 14, 2020. Please do not call the District Headquarters inquiring about the interview timeline.

Applicants must pass an extensive background check and drug test.

The McHenry Township Fire Protection District is an equal opportunity employer.

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