Ham Lake is hiring an Administrative Assistant II - Building Department

The City of Ham Lake, MN is seeking applications for an individual to work in the Building Department. This full-time position has a salary range of $27.05/hr. to $33.76/hr. and is a benefit eligible position. The position encompasses primary and support duties in the Building Department. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: contact with the public via telephone, email, and in person; issuing building and other construction permits; maintaining Building Department records; and receipting payments.

Qualified candidates for this position should possess a High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of three years office experience or equivalent combinations of training and experience to perform the work, proficiency with software programs including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Adobe, and a Document Management System (i.e. Laserfiche). Desirable qualifications include a two year post-secondary education, experience with Local Government, experience with Permit Works Software and Customer Service.

Application deadline is July 17, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. – All applications with Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in an enclosed envelope addressed to Andrea Murff, Human Resource Director, City of Ham Lake, 15544 Central Avenue NE, Ham Lake, MN 55304 or emailed to jobapps@hamlakemn.gov

Please do not submit resumes. They will not be accepted.

The job description, application and supplemental questionaire are available online at: https://www.hamlakemn.gov/sites/default/files/files/Admin%20Asst%20II-Bldg-description%202026_3.pdf or at City Hall.