Executive Administrative Assistant
The Town of North East is accepting applications for a Full Time position with the Department of Administration. This is a highly responsible administrative position that assists the Town Administrator in the day-to-day operations; receives delegated oversight responsibility for various department or administrative functions and other duties as assigned. Monitors administrative processes to assure compliance with established policies, procedures or practices. Position requires exemplary planning and time management skills and the ability to multitask. Contact with the public in a professional manner at all times is an important element. Work requires considerable initiative, ability to obtain relevant information in order to make sound judgements. Work is closely coordinated with the Town Administrator.
Settled by the English in 1658, the Town of North East was incorporated in 1850. The southern part of town covers a site once occupied by Shawnee Indians. North East was the first permanent settlement in Cecil County. The cemetery at Saint Mary Anne’s Episcopal Church located on Main Street is one of the oldest in the State of Maryland with graves of Susquehannock Indians dating to the 1600’s.
Strolling down Main Street, visitors will find various shops full of artisanal goods and antiques, and several restaurants. The Upper Bay Museum located at the end of Walnut street in the North East Community Park offers one of the largest collections of hunting and fishing memorabilia in this area.
Located a short distance outside of town is the Elk Neck State Park, Turkey Point Light House, and Elk Neck State Forest, which all offer hiking and recreational activities for visitors.
Closing date: position open until filled.
Applications and job description can be obtained from the Town’s website (homepage) or by calling
410-287-5801 (x103). Compensation is DOE.
Submit application and resume to Town of North East, P.O. Box 528, North East, MD 21901-0528;
ATTN: Town Administrator. Position will remain open until filled.
The Town is an Equal Opportunity Employer.