Job Description

Come Join the Town of Avon Team!

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Avon, Colorado, is more than a destination - it's a place to call home. Here, visitors and residents alike enjoy living, working, and playing in a breathtaking outdoor setting.




At the Town of Avon, we're the driving force behind what makes this community thrive. From fixing potholes to hosting events in stunning Nottingham Park, to teaching swim lessons at our 40,000 sq. ft. full-service Recreation Center, to ensuring public safety, our dedicated team makes it all happen.




We offer a variety of opportunities in fantastic locations, backed by supportive leadership and excellent benefits. Whether you're seeking a full-time career or a seasonal part-time job, the Town of Avon is the perfect place to grow, contribute, and make a difference. What are you waiting for? Join our team today!

Position Overview:

The Town of Avon, Colorado, is accepting applications for a

General Government Administrative Assistant

Part -Time Year-Round




The

General Government

Administrative Assistant

is responsible for supporting the daily operations of Town Hall's Front Reception area. The position supports the administrative functions for both the Town Clerk and the Court Clerk and helps to manage the front office operations by serving as the primary point person to greet customers. This position answers the town's phones (switchboard for all departments) and directs callers and/or customers to the appropriate person or department, handles customer and guest inquiries, and facilitates monetary transactions related to the payment of court fines. The position assists with various administrative duties as directed by the Town Clerk and serves an important role in keeping the front office operations running efficiently.



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Essential Functions:

Serves as primary front office receptionist for all guests and customers entering Town Hall and ensures everyone is greeted and served in a pleasant and professional manner.

Responsible for assisting customers with correct information regarding municipal services and operations as well as community information.

Assists Municipal Court by accepting and processing court fine payments.

Communicate about issues or areas in need of special attention from the front office employees.

Ensure front desk area and guest seating area remain clean and organized.

Perform administrative duties to support services offered by Town Clerk and Court Clerk that may require filing, data entry, scanning and copying records, running errands and other miscellaneous administrative duties.

Serves as primary person who answers the Town's telephones, transferring calls, and taking messages.

Answers visitor's questions and addresses concerns.

Why Work for the Town of Avon?

We offer an amazing work environment, supportive leadership, and outstanding benefits, including:


+ Retirement match of 3.75% + Avon Recreation Center pass
+ Earn Paid Sick Leave
+ Spanish Language Initiative
+ Flexible Scheduling
+ Opportunities for Advancement

Town of Avon Culture and Values

Our team operates on five core values:

Public Service

: We are committed to an effective, community-focused organization that passionately engages and serves our residents, property owners, businesses, and guests.

Openness

: We are open, transparent, complete, objective and respectful of opposing views with all Town officials and with the public in our decisions and actions.

Leadership

: We perform our work with commitment, passion, collaboration, fairness, honesty and courage to elevate our performance, the performance of our co-workers, and the character of our community.

Integrity

: We are professional, ethical, responsible and accountable in our decisions and actions.

Stewardship

: We are custodians and stewards of the Town's financial, physical, environmental and natural resources on behalf of current and future generations.

Qualifications

Knowledge of Town of Avon policies, standards, and mission and vision statement.

Understands the town wide organization and has the ability to direct customers and or employees to the appropriate staff member to answer questions.

Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.

Ability to interact with the public in a professional and positive manner providing exceptional and friendly guest services.

Some knowledge about accepting and processing payment transactions (typically court payment processing, cash handling and issuing court fine receipts.

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Publisher, Excel, and Outlook) and ability to operate basic office equipment including a computer, fax, telephone, etc.

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

Ability to communicate in English effectively both verbally and in writing; Spanish is considered a plus.

Ability to understand and exemplify the Town of Avon's Culture Statement, and willingness to work within that statement.

Special Requirements:

High school graduate or equivalent with one year of administrative assistant experience working in an office environment or a combination of experience with customer service responsibility. Some experience with cash handling is preferred. Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence of required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

The Town reserves the right to suspend or extend the posting deadline based on receipt of qualified candidates.


A background check and reference checks will be required prior to employment. The Town of Avon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Deadline Date:

12/10/2025