Administrative Technician Berthoud - 4.0 Berthoud, CO Job Details Full-time $21.62 - $22.75 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Qualifications Customer communication Confidential information handling Writing skills English Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Driver's License Telephone systems Typing Clerical experience Government records management Productivity software File organization Office phone management Full Job Description Job Details Category Full Time Status Open Salary Hiring Range $21.62-$22.75 DOQ Posted September 28, 2026 1:00 PM Closing October 8, 2026 5:30
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Administration Reports To:
Town Clerk Job Type:
Full Time FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Location:
Town Hall Summary:
The Administrative Technician performs a broad range of tasks in support of the Administrative Services Department for the Town of Berthoud. This position is responsible for many essential customer service functions and reports to the Town Clerk. This position requires answering phones, greeting customers, drafting correspondence, processing passports, managing records and processing various types of business applications. In performing daily activities, the Administrative Technician must demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, accuracy, and ability to preserve confidentiality of sensitive information.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of the position and not all encompassing. The Town may change these duties at any time. Customer Service - includes assisting the public with a variety of requests and questions; communicating effectively in person, over the telephone, email and in writing General Desk Work - includes performing a variety of tasks while seated at a desk including typing, data entry, emailing, filing, creating internal and external correspondence Acceptance and processing of Passport Applications Records Archiving and Filing Perform all other duties as may be assigned
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
The below list is intended to be illustrative of additional responsibilities of the position and not all encompassing. The Town may change these duties at any time .
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required . Ability to operate a multi-line phone system and basic office equipment Knowledge of business English and spelling; ability to produce quality written documents that demonstrate a professional appearance Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions and to work under both close, general or no supervision, depending upon the nature of the assignment Knowledge of records management procedures and the ability to accurately file numerically, alphabetically, alpha numerically, or chronologically Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with members of the public, staff, elected officials and outside agencies Skilled in reception and telephone etiquette Flexibility and ability to cross-train in other administrative areas; willingness and the initiative to cover for and assist others in periods of absence or high-volume work activity Ability to maintain confidentiality when faced with information of a sensitive nature Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite; ability to type accurately at a rate of 50 wpm. Ability to become proficient in other software as needed. Ability to operate a multi-line phone system and basic office equipment.
Education:
A high school diploma or GED required Minimum two years of administrative support, clerical, or customer service experience required
Work Experience:
Two years of administrative support experience with a government organization required Two years of customer service experience having direct contact with the public, both in person and on the telephone; or an equivalent combination required.
Certificates and Licenses:
Passport Acceptance Agent, or ability to become one required. Notary Public Commission, or ability to become one required. Possess a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges required.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in a public office setting and may require work outside of the office for errands or for training. This position is often the first point of contact between the public and their local government. Therefore, must always demonstrate a professional demeanor and appearance. The noise level in the work environment is typical of the modem office and is generally quiet to moderately noisy.
May experience:
extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, humidity, hazards, temperature change, atmospheric conditions, and vibration.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May include:
sitting, occasional standing, walking, driving, hearing, speaking, vision and manual dexterity. The physical demands described here are representative. While performing the duties of this job, the employee generally works in indoor environments that may require sitting for extended periods of time, bending, kneeling, reaching and occasionally lifting objects up to 50 pounds in weight. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Benefits:
Group Health Insurance w/HSA funds, Dental, Vision, Life, 401/457, 13 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick and Vacation Leave, Longevity Pay, Recreation Membership. Apply online at berthoud.org or click here.