The Borough of Penns Grove is seeking a qualified, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to serve as Deputy Municipal Clerk and Deputy Registrar. This dual-role position supports the essential administrative and statutory functions of the Municipal Clerk’s Office and Registrar’s Office.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assisting the Municipal Clerk in all statutory duties, including records management, meeting preparation, agenda and minutes preparation, OPRA requests, licensing, and day-to-day office operations, Serving as Deputy Registrar, assisting with vital statistics functions, including processing birth, marriage, and death records in accordance with State of New Jersey regulations, Interacting professionally with the public, elected officials, staff, and outside agencies, Maintaining accurate records, issuing permits and licenses, and providing general administrative support, Assisting during elections and other statutory processes as required, Performing additional duties as assigned to support municipal operations.
Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework preferred, Prior municipal experience strongly preferred, Possession of, or willingness to obtain, Registered Municipal Clerk (RMC) certification, Must hold or be eligible to obtain the Deputy Registrar certification per NJ Department of Health requirements, Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fastpaced environment, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn specialized municipal software, Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
How to Apply:
Submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:
Sharon R. Williams, RMC, CMR
Borough of Penns Grove
1 State Street
Penns Grove, NJ 08069
Email:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The Borough of Penns Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer.