Office Manager/ Senior Program Coordinator
Job Description
The Town of Gorham is a thriving community and one of the fastest growing towns in Maine with a population of approximately 18,000. With a flourishing urban village, steady industrial and commercial expansion, plentiful recreation opportunities, a college campus, and Greater Portland METRO public transit service, the Town of Gorham is a vibrant place to live, work, and do business.
We are seeking a qualified professional to join our Recreation Department as a full time Office Manager/ Senior Program Coordinator. This position is responsible for handling front office reception and providing skilled administrative work in support of the Town’s Recreation Department. Work involves considerable contact with the public, organizing and maintaining accurate records, and performing a variety of routine and non-routine clerical tasks. This position establishes and solidifies customer relationships by providing outstanding customer service to the public. Work is performed under the general direction of the Recreation Director, but independent judgment and ingenuity must be used in accomplishing departmental objectives within the established timeframes.
This position also assists with and leads public recreation programs for senior adults, including planning, coordination, and facilitating trips and activities designed to promote engagement, wellness, and community involvement. A complete job description is available on the Town of Gorham website at https://www.gorhammaine.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif4456/f/uploads/recreation_office_manager_senior_program_coordinator_job_description_web_12_31_25.pdf.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma, or equivalent, and a minimum of five years’ related work experience as an executive assistant, office manager, or other directly related position providing support to a manager or executive required. Prior experience in basic accounting procedures preferred. Prior municipal, marketing, or recreation experience preferred. Any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Must hold a valid Driver’s License and be insurable in a normal risk pool.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: This full-time (40 hour) hourly exempt position is eligible for a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, and paid time off. The Town currently pays 90% of the premium cost for all health insurance coverage levels and provides a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) to help cover the cost of out-of-pocket medical expenses, such as deductible and coinsurance. Individuals covered by an alternative health plan are eligible for an annual medical buyout in lieu of coverage (currently $3,037 - $6,812) based on coverage eligibility). In addition to a choice between two excellent health insurance plans, a 457(b) deferred compensation retirement plan with a 7.5% employer match, and paid vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays per year, employees have access to dental, vision, medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, short-term disability, IRAs, tuition reimbursement, and more. The pay range for Grade 3 positions begins at $26.63 per year; however, actual wage will depend on experience, qualifications, and budget availability.
HOW TO APPLY: Please complete the required Town of Gorham Employment Application, available on the
“Employment Opportunities” page at https://www.gorhammaine.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif4456/f/uploads/application_for_employment_rev_2021.pdf of the Town’s website www.gorhammaine.gov. Please be sure to additionally attach a Cover Letter and Resume to your submission.*
*Applicants without access to a computer, tablet, or smart phone may pick up an Application for Employment in person at the Town Manager’s Office during normal business hours.
Please email HR@gorham.me.us or call 207-222-1650 if you need assistance or have any questions about the application process.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed as they are received and position will remain open until filled.
~The Town of Gorham is an Equal Opportunity Employer~
We are seeking a qualified professional to join our Recreation Department as a full time Office Manager/ Senior Program Coordinator. This position is responsible for handling front office reception and providing skilled administrative work in support of the Town’s Recreation Department. Work involves considerable contact with the public, organizing and maintaining accurate records, and performing a variety of routine and non-routine clerical tasks. This position establishes and solidifies customer relationships by providing outstanding customer service to the public. Work is performed under the general direction of the Recreation Director, but independent judgment and ingenuity must be used in accomplishing departmental objectives within the established timeframes.
This position also assists with and leads public recreation programs for senior adults, including planning, coordination, and facilitating trips and activities designed to promote engagement, wellness, and community involvement. A complete job description is available on the Town of Gorham website at https://www.gorhammaine.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif4456/f/uploads/recreation_office_manager_senior_program_coordinator_job_description_web_12_31_25.pdf.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma, or equivalent, and a minimum of five years’ related work experience as an executive assistant, office manager, or other directly related position providing support to a manager or executive required. Prior experience in basic accounting procedures preferred. Prior municipal, marketing, or recreation experience preferred. Any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Must hold a valid Driver’s License and be insurable in a normal risk pool.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: This full-time (40 hour) hourly exempt position is eligible for a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, and paid time off. The Town currently pays 90% of the premium cost for all health insurance coverage levels and provides a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) to help cover the cost of out-of-pocket medical expenses, such as deductible and coinsurance. Individuals covered by an alternative health plan are eligible for an annual medical buyout in lieu of coverage (currently $3,037 - $6,812) based on coverage eligibility). In addition to a choice between two excellent health insurance plans, a 457(b) deferred compensation retirement plan with a 7.5% employer match, and paid vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays per year, employees have access to dental, vision, medical and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, short-term disability, IRAs, tuition reimbursement, and more. The pay range for Grade 3 positions begins at $26.63 per year; however, actual wage will depend on experience, qualifications, and budget availability.
HOW TO APPLY: Please complete the required Town of Gorham Employment Application, available on the
“Employment Opportunities” page at https://www.gorhammaine.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif4456/f/uploads/application_for_employment_rev_2021.pdf of the Town’s website www.gorhammaine.gov. Please be sure to additionally attach a Cover Letter and Resume to your submission.*
*Applicants without access to a computer, tablet, or smart phone may pick up an Application for Employment in person at the Town Manager’s Office during normal business hours.
Please email HR@gorham.me.us or call 207-222-1650 if you need assistance or have any questions about the application process.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed as they are received and position will remain open until filled.
~The Town of Gorham is an Equal Opportunity Employer~
