Assistant Town Clerk

Job Description

Town of Sherborn

Job Posting

Assistant Town Clerk

The Town of Sherborn, MA (pop. 4,500) seeks qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Town Clerk.

Under the direction of the Town Clerk, the position provides administrative, supervisory, clerical and technical duties in the daily operation of the Town Clerk’s office. The position assists with keeping official municipal records, issuing licenses and official documents, staffing elections, and providing information in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations. The position is responsible for assisting the Town Clerk, Board of Registrars, and Elections & Registrations staff. The Assistant Town Clerk serves as Acting Town Clerk in the absence of the Town Clerk.

This is a part-time non-exempt, benefit-eligible position. This position requires a consistent weekly schedule of at least four days during regular hours of operation. The amount of hours will fluctuate depending on need (anticipated 20 to 32 hours per week).

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree preferred, in public administration or related field and one (1) to three (3) years of office or municipal administrative experience with at least two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in office management; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge of office management principles and administrative practices, including records management and document control. Knowledge of applicable Massachusetts General Laws and local bylaws as they relate to assigned Town Clerk functions. Knowledge of public hearing procedures, Conflict of Interest Law, and Open Meeting Law as applicable to administrative support responsibilities.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $30/hr to $40/hr (DOQ)

For a complete job description, please visit www.sherbornma.org

Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, resume and Town Employment application electronically to [email protected]

The Town of Sherborn is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and recruits/hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.