Confidential Administrative Assistant to Chief of Police – Westwood Borough

Confidential Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Police – Westwood Borough

Is seeking a dedicated and responsible candidate to provide confidential administrative support to the Chief of Police. Specific duties include the following: clerical and related work involved in maintaining financial and/or personnel records, preparing payrolls, making purchases, compiling statistical & other data, checking & approving invoices/vouchers, collecting & depositing money, input, create & send purchase orders to vendors from purchasing software, assist with police department budget preparation, track budget information & create reports, compose intra-office memorandums, prepare administrative correspondence and statements, communicate effectively with other Borough employees, monitor, track & create annual employee time allotments, be responsible for petty cash account, maintain and organize files, review and respond to voicemail and various correspondence on behalf of the administration, invoicing and billing for outside employment vendors, and other duties as assigned by the Chief of Police.

The successful applicant will be organized, knowledgeable in Munidex / Edmunds Finance Software, MS Office & Excel and able to utilize specialized software used by the Police Department, or willing to train on & learn these programs. A positive attitude and strong customer service skills, excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently, meet deadlines and multi-task are essential. The position requires a high level of confidentiality.

Submit cover letter and resume to Michael R. Pontillo Chief of Police @mpontillo Salary DOQ/E. Final date to receive applications is August 28,2026, however, qualified candidates may be interviewed and/or hired prior to the closing deadline. EOE The salary ordinance provides a range of $45,000 to $75,000 DOQ/E plus benefits.