CITY OF BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT
Pay:
To Apply:
The City of Bridgeport, CT is now accepting submissions for the position of
Clerical Assistant (Disabilities Officer)
$25.00 per hour. Part-Time
Please email a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references (name & contact only)
to COB.Jobs@bridgeportct.gov.
Position is open until filled. Any/all changes shall be at the discretion of the City of Bridgeport).
Municipal Profile
The City of Bridgeport is located in Fairfield County at the mouth of the Pequonnock River on Long Island
Sound. It is boarded by the towns of Trumbull to the north, Fairfield to the west, and Stratford to the east; with
an approximate population of 147,000, 50,367 households, and a population density of 9,226 residents per
square mile. The City has a Mayor-City Council form of government. The City’s Mayor is the chief executive
officer of the City and serves four-year term(s). The City Council, which acts as the City’s legislative body,
consists of twenty (20) members elected for two-year terms.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Clerical Assistant is responsible for all duties necessary in providing a more efficient and effective office
environment and in assisting with supportive services to department staff. Additionally, this position will
provide assistance to people with disabilities and their families and conduct assessments for ADA compliance.
SUPERVISION: This position does not supervise.
TYPICAL TASKS OR ASSIGNMENTS:
Ensuring that people with disabilities can participate in all programs, services and activities throughout the City.
Conduct appropriate assessments according to ADA law and regulations. Working with facilities to make sure
that they are accessible for all persons with disabilities. Screen and Direct incoming calls and visitors
Type assigned office documents and correspondence, implement and maintain office filing system.
Setup meetings and conferences as needed. Assist in logistics for department programs. Responsible for
outgoing and incoming office mail. Other duties as assigned and required
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Microsoft Office knowledge and computer literacy.
• Must be comfortable providing community outreach and education.
• Knowledge of office procedure and operations.
• Ability to maintain good working relationship with employees and public.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which demonstrate ability for performing
duties of position.
• High School education