Date of Posting: Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Department: Lynn Fire Department
Job Title: Principal Clerk
Vacancies: One (1) Permanent Full-time
Union Eligible: AFSCME Local 193
Work hours: City Hall Hours
Salary
1st Year--$45,387.73
2nd Year--$47,251.87
3rd Year--$51,280.59
Duties:
Performs, according to standard office procedures, a variety of routine clerical duties. Principal Clerk is responsible for processing and maintaining accurate records of all financial obligations of the fire department. This includes verifying invoices, preparing payments, reconciling vendor accounts, and ensuring compliance with municipal purchasing regulations. Principal Clerk will also be the first point of contact for callers and public. This role involves answering incoming calls, directing them to the appropriate departments, and providing basic information in a professional and courteous manner. Additional clerical support may be required as assigned by the Fire Chief or his designee.
Qualifications:
Basic knowledge and understanding of Massachusetts General Laws regarding purchasing; the ability to respectfully interact with the general public in addressing their business with the department. Proficiency with Word, Excel, and other programs in the Microsoft Office suite. Experience with MUNIS or other municipal software a plus. Bilingual/bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. When applicants are substantially similar in terms of qualifications, preference will be given to candidates who have resided in the City of Lynn for a continuous twelve-month period prior to the date of posting.
Employee will perform all duties required of the Fire Department administration within the Principal Clerk classification.
How To Apply
A completed application, can be submitted via:
- Email ([email protected])
- Regular Post
- In-Person at the Personnel Department, Room 307 in Lynn City Hall
If submitting via e-mail, please include the “JOB TITLE” in the subject line. Applications must be submitted by Wednesday, July 16th or you will not be considered.
Job Title: "LFD Principal Clerk"
CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY, JULY 16TH, 2025
* When applicants are substantially similar in terms of qualifications, preference will be given to candidates who have resided in the City of Lynn for a continuous twelve-month period prior to the date of posting.
The City of Lynn is an Equal Opportunity Employer!
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If you have any questions about the application process or need assistance, please call (781) 598-4000 or email us at [email protected].