Job Type: Union
Job No.: P-139-26
Salary: $48,867-$52,680
Department: Parks Department
Grade: 15
Posting Dates: 10/20/2026 – 10/22/2026
The City of Providence welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce at all levels of the organization. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit hiring discrimination of any type. All City hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of up-line personnel performs responsible clerical duties in support of the Forestry Division, Parks Department; and other related duties as required.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Serves as office manager to facilitate communications with Division personnel, via two-way radio and telephone.
- Prepares and submits requisitions to support division operations; Communicates with vendors to verify accuracy of bills and to expedite outstanding bills and payments.
- Handles calls and inquiries from the general public; tracks resolution and project completion.
- Operates tree inventory database for daily entry of tree maintenance and planting assignments. Works with City Forester to prepare reports.
- Handles requests for citizen’s assistance from the Mayor’s Office and the City Council. Responds to public service requests in Providence 311 computer system.
- Performs a variety of administrative duties including receiving and directing calls, type correspondence and claims, receives, distributes and responds to mail.
- Operates all standard office machines.
- Maintains accurate files
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Ability to complete Computer Training Level I and II within six (6) months of appointment.
- Must have data processing ability with a minimum of 35 words per minute.
- Must have demonstrated problem solving and customer service skills.
- Must be able to work on multiple tasks at the same time, make decisions about settings priorities, and be accountable for performing responsibilities under deadlines
- Ability to communicate effectively and courteously
- Ability to understand and carry out complex written and oral instructions.
- Knowledge of office procedures, practices, and equipment.
- Ability to gain a working knowledge of department technology and database systems.
- Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.