Seeking skilled and dedicated individuals from a wide range of educational and experience backgrounds.
Seeking skilled and dedicated individuals from a wide range of educational and experience backgrounds.
Employment Opportunities
TOWN CLERK / HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST
General Statement of Duties
Performs professional level responsibilities of the Town Clerk as a public official appointed by the Board of Commissioners upon recommendation of the Town Administrator. The Town Clerk works under the supervision of the Finance Director.
Distinguishing Features of the Class
An employee in this class serves as a public official as defined in the NCGS § 160A-171, and is responsible for providing notice of meetings, keeping meeting minutes, and for the publication, indexing, filing and safekeeping of official Town documents. Work includes assisting the public with document research; drafting various legal documents; coordinating agenda preparation, and the administration of oaths.
An employee is this class is also responsible for the maintenance and safekeeping of personnel records. Work involves assisting the Finance Director and Town Administrator with administration of employee compensation, benefits, and records management.
Tact, courtesy, and judgement are required in frequent public contact and employee engagement. Work is performed under the supervision of the Finance Director. Performance is evaluated through observation, review of records and files maintained as to their completeness and accuracy, and by conferences with appropriate officials.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Tasks
- Assumes statutory responsibilities of Town Clerk.
- Serves as official custodian of public records including ordinances, resolutions, agreements, and minute books; maintains them in accordance to General Statutes; prepares indexes; coordinates codification and preservation of records.
- Coordinates the preparation of Commissioner meeting agendas; compiles and organizes support documents; provides notices of meetings in keeping with state statutes; attends Commission meetings, prepares and maintains minutes and other related official documents according to retention schedules.
- Coordinates the preparation of Planning and Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting agendas; compiles and organizes support documents; provides notice of meetings in keeping with state statutes; attends Board meetings, prepares and maintains minutes and other related official documents.
- Assists in administering human resources programs.
- Counsels and advises employees and the public on matters related to employment, retirement, benefits, classification, and compensation.
- Prepares written memos, letters, reports, standard operating procedures, policies and publications for effective communication with internal and external customers.
- Provides analysis and recommends actions on various aspects of human resources administration;
- Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
- Maintains employee records utilizing HR Information Systems and paper files.
- Answers the phone and receives visitors to Town Hall.
Additional Job Duties
- Performs all related duties as required.
FLSA StatusRecruitment and Selection Guidelines
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPhysical Requirements
- Thorough knowledge of the principles of vocabulary, grammar, spelling and composition.
- Thorough knowledge of modern office technology and software applications including Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS.
- Considerable skill in handling sensitive information, data, and materials.
- Considerable skill in communicating verbally and in writing.
- Skill in analysis and problem-solving.
- Skill in conflict management and resolution.
- Ability to obtain working knowledge of NC General Statutes and of local ordinances governing the responsibilities of City Clerks and open meetings.
- Ability to take notes of proceedings of official meetings and prepare accurate minutes; ability to proof-read and edit documents and create rough drafts of memos and reports.
- Ability to acquire and apply knowledge of municipal policies, procedures and services; ability to interpret municipal policies.
- Ability to acquire knowledge of local, state, and federal employment law.
- Ability to acquire knowledge of human resources principles and best practices.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, supervisors, other employees, media, vendors and the public.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in making decisions in conformity with laws, regulations, and policies without supervision.
- Ability to conduct self with tact, courtesy, and discretion.
- Ability to work occasional evenings.
Desirable Education and Experience
- Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, kneeling, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
- Must be able to perform sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or constantly.
- Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and review written reports and records including mathematical calculations, analyze data and figures; examine and work with maps, charts, and detailed materials, perform visual inspections, operate a computer, and do extensive reading.
- Minimum requirements:
- Associate’s degree in business, language arts, paralegal studies or a related field.
- Three (3) years of experience in an administrative, paralegal, or other office environment.
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the primary job duties.
- Preference given:
- Experience working as a clerk for a local government.
- Experience working as a human resources analyst
- Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration.
- Certified Municipal Clerk designation or ability to obtain certification within two years of employment.
Non-exempt*
* Eligible for overtime or equivalent compensatory time at 1½ times the employee’s regular weekly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in the Town’s official work week and beyond the employee’s normal work schedule.
EXPECTED HIRING RANGE $45,000 - $50,000
DisclaimerThis classification description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. The Physical Requirements section of this classification may vary from position to position. The employer reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.
☞ For consideration complete and return an employment application to clerk@woodfin‑nc.gov no later than 5:00 p.m., March 10, 2021.
Police Officer – Patrol
Woodfin Police Department
Responsibilities and duties:
- Safeguard the citizens of Woodfin by proactively enforcing the laws of North Carolina and the Ordinances of the Town of Woodfin.
- Act as the initial point of contact for investigations and responsible for writing reports.
- Actively patrolling the Town of Woodfin while detecting and preventing possible crimes.
- Other various duties.
Qualified applicants will possess the minimum, of all the following:
- Valid NC driver’s license
- Successful completion of a Basic Law Enforcement Training course in North Carolina and currently holds active North Carolina certification
- Ability to pass an extensive background investigation and interview process
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or successful completion of General Education Development (GED) program
- The applicant must have the ability to perform the physical activities of the Job
Beginning Salary for a first-time law enforcement officer is $40,578.00/yr
Take home patrol vehicle provided.
Town of Woodfin offers a very competitive benefits package to include Health, Dental, and vision Insurance. Both accrued sick and vacation time, paid holidays. Uniforms and duty equipment are provided.
The Town of Woodfin is one of the fastest growing communities and is committed to developing a workforce that is reflective of the diversity of our population. We encourage all highly motivated and qualified candidates to apply for these positions. This posting will remain in effect until all positions are filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $40,578.00 /year
SUBMIT ALL RESUMES TO:
recruiting@woodfin-nc.gov
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