Administrative Clerk

Salary : $37,419.20 - $39,707.20 Annually
Location : 204 2nd Ave NE, Cullman, AL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2021-00156
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/1/2026 11:59 PM Central


Description


The City of Cullman will provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions for the City of Cullman will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Equal opportunities are provided regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. The City of Cullman will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities.

Reports to : Office Manager / Superintendent

Compensation: Full-Time / Hourly

Description:
Under the general supervision of the Office Manager, the Administrative Clerk performs clerical, administrative, and customer service duties in support of the municipal department operations. This position assists with recordkeeping, data entry, purchasing documentation, work order tracking, payroll support, and communication with employees and the public.

Detailed Work Activities

The following duties are representative of the work performed and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Provides clerical and administrative support for street department operations
• Answers telephones, greets visitors, and responds to citizen and employee inquiries in a professional manner
• Maintains departmental files, records, work orders, reports and correspondence
• Performs data entry and updates records related to maintenance activities, equipment, inventory and departmental operations
• Assists with preparation and processing of purchase orders, invoices, and related documentation
• Prepares routine reports, spreadsheets, forms and correspondence
• Collects and distributes mail, maintains filing systems, and performs document scanning
• Coordinates communication between field crews, supervisors, vendors, and other municipal departments as directed
• Operates standard office equipment including computers, copiers, scanners and multi-line telephone system
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information and records
• Works collaboratively with City personnel and the public.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
• Clerical and customer service experience required.
• Experience in a utility or municipal environment preferred.
• Experience with standard bookkeeping practices preferred.
• Must maintain a valid Alabama Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Represents the City of Cullman with integrity, professionalism, and respect.
• Demonstrates strong written, digital, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills, multitasking ability, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Accuracy in numerical data entry and financial handling, (including solving relatively complex mathematical computations and tabulations accurately).
• Basic knowledge of governmental/community operations, and business organizations/resources.
• Ability to make decisions according to regulations and established policies.
• Must be able to work with various filing systems, including computer-based systems and software.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Works collaboratively with City personnel and the public.

Working Environment:
The work environment is typically indoors in a well-lit, climate-controlled office setting.
Physical Demands:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, and lift up to 40 pounds.

The City of Cullman provides the following benefits for full time employees:

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• AirMed Care Network (free membership for full time employees and their dependents)
• Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center (free membership for all full time employees)
• RSA (Retirement Systems of Alabama) Retirement Benefits
• Paid Life Insurance Coverage
• Education Incentives
• Earned Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Time Off For Jury Duty
• Paid Holidays
  • New Year's Day
  • MLK
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veteran's Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Friday after Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day