Department Assistant, Council Aging

Position

Department Assistant – Council on Aging (COA), Town of Brewster

We are seeking an organized administrative professional to provide support to the Department on Aging. The Department Assistant will handle office duties, data entry, public service tasks, and serve as the first point of contact for the public.

• Perform office, data entry, and administrative tasks to support department operations.
• Schedule appointments for COA in‑house services and manage reservations for programs.
• Coordinate volunteer programs and schedule volunteers as needed.
• Serve as primary public contact for the COA and its volunteers.
• Schedule transportation for clients to medical appointments, shopping, and other appointments.
• Issue Senior Shellfish licenses and record transactions in the database.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records and assist with public inquiries.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of office or related experience.
• Preferred municipal experience and/or relevant training or qualifications.
• Friendly, outgoing, and self‑starter with excellent multitasking skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately.