Temporary Office Assistant - Fire Prevention Office (June-September)

T own of East Hampton - Temporary Office Assistant - Fire Prevention Office This position offers a flexible, 20-40 hours per week schedule from June 8, 2026 thru September 8, 2026, during regular business hours, Monday through Friday. An employee in this position is responsible for supporting office operations and must demonstrate a high level of customer service and professionalism when dealing with members of the community and other employees.

Duties include:

Answering phones, emails and filing. Entering data and scanning/creating and controlling all files. Contacting applications for information. Maintaining a list of pending permits Preparing Tent Inspection lists for Fire Marshal Inspections. Processes Burn Permits and Fireworks Permits.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

Some knowledge of office terminology, procedures, equipment and clerical techniques; some knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; skill in typing accurately; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to learn assigned tasks and to adhere to prescribed departmental routines; ability to make arithmetical computations and tabulations accurately and with a reasonable rate of speed; ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the general public; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Qualifications The minimum qualifications are graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma. Special Requirements Candidates must complete a civil service application for submission to and review by the Suffolk County Department of Human Resources, Personnel and Civil Service. The Town of East Hampton complies with the rules and regulations as set forth by the Suffolk County Department of Human Resources, Personnel and Civil Service. Miscellaneous Information Please fill out a Town application, located on our website, sign, date, and email this application to Emily Fisher at HumanResources@ehamptonny.gov. Category Part Time Status Open Salary The hourly rate for this position is $26.0513 Posted April 15, 2026 1:00 PM Closing Open Until Filled