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Personnel Clerk (Full Time)

Human Resources

The Town of Amherst is seeking applicants to provide personnel and human resources administrative support in its Office of Human Resources. Requires strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with all Microsoft Office programs.


Description of Duties

Typical work activities include, but are not limited to, Working cooperatively with the Erie County Personnel Office in applying personnel and Civil Services Rules, Maintaining classification and salary plans, and other general programs; Maintaining specialized records and preparing reports relating to the activities of the department; Preparing payroll and maintaining employee personnel folders and ensuring confidentiality of such information; Assisting in preparing budgets and personnel request documents; Maintaining financial records and accounts relating to departmental budgets and/or expenditures for supplies and equipment; and Maintaining control of purchase orders.

Qualifications

Personnel or human resources administrative experience is a plus, but not entirely necessary. Amherst residency may be required.

Rate of Pay

Starting salary is $60,405.80. Enrollment in New York State Retirement System and excellent benefits package available. 

Contact Information

Forward letter of application, resume and three (3) professional references to Robert P. McCarthy, Esq., Director of Human Resources, Town of Amherst, 5583 Main Street, Williamsville, NY  14221, or email at rmccarthy@amherst.ny.us.  Minority applicants are encouraged to apply.  EOE, M/F/V/D


How to Apply

Non-Town residents may be eligible for Town employment in certain positions – please contact the Town of Amherst Human Resources Department to find out if you may be eligible.

Application for Employment, Reference Release & Research Questionnaire

Forms should be mailed or delivered to:

Human Resources
5583 Main St
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 631-7025
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Fri)

About Amherst

The Town of Amherst was established in 1818 and celebrated its 200th Anniversary in 2018. The town has a geographical area of 53.6 square miles and a population of greater than 122,000.

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The Town of Amherst ADA Coordinators are Robert McCarthy (Director of Human Resources) and Mark Berke (Commissioner of Buildings).

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  • General Information:
    (716) 631-7000
  • Email:
    toainfo@amherst.ny.us
  • Address:
    Municipal Building (Town Hall)
  • 5583 Main Street
  • Williamsville, NY 14221


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