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Job Opening for Full Time Deputy Town Clerk

By February 1, 2024All Posts

This position might be the perfect fit for you! We’ve got all the details below on your future responsibilities. It’s time to apply!

*Clarkson Resident Preferred

The Deputy Town Clerk assists the Town Clerk in all phases of administrative functions in the Town Clerk’s Office, including all duties associated as the Tax Collector. Seeking an individual experienced in office/clerical/customer service who is self-motivated and task oriented. Looking for a team player who shares a positive attitude, problem solving ability and patience that enables them to provide excellent customer service during a fast-paced day.

  • Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs
  • Experienced office skills
  • Excellent grammar and writing skills
  • Basic accounting skills
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task while in a public setting; enjoy working with the public
  • Licensed Notary Public (or Notary Public license obtained within 3 months of hire)

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Passports
  • Licensing: dog, marriage, hunting and fishing
  • Transfer Station and handicap permits
  • Tax collection
  • Notary Services
  • Town lodge rentals
  • Maintain records and files; meeting minutes
  • Daily operational duties

Generous benefits including:

  • Health/Dental insurance available day 1 of hire
  • Life Insurance
  • NYS Retirement
  • Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Vacation leave
  • Sick leave
  • Personal leave
  • Holidays – 13 paid per year
  • Longevity pay @ 5, 10, 15, 20 years of continuous employment

 

Clerk II exempt position; 35-hr. week; pay range $16.42-$22.12

Schedule:

  • Primarily day shift with occasional nights and weekends

Detailed civil service job description is available upon request or may be viewed at https://clarksonny.org/

Please send a letter of intent and resume to Susan Henshaw, Town Clerk, Town of Clarkson, P.O. Box 858, Clarkson, NY 14430, or via email townclerk@clarksonny.org.  Post will remain open until position is filled.