Deputy Clerk/Deputy Treasurer

Town of Wiscasset • Wiscasset, ME

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About The Position

The Town of Wiscasset is seeking a full-time Deputy Clerk/Deputy Treasurer. The role performs routine and complex clerical and administrative functions related to recording and retaining official Town records, and assists with conducting and overseeing elections as needed. The Deputy Treasurer carries out a variety of transactions involving substantial interaction with the public, including assisting with the general assistance program. The position also involves administrative and fiscal work handling Town funds, including accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

The successful candidate will be able to interact professionally with others and maintain confidentiality. They will have considerable knowledge of mathematical calculations and account reconciliations, strong employee and public relations skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks accurately and on time. Excellent organizational and time management skills and knowledge of software programs, including Microsoft Office Suite, are also required. The candidate must meet the stated education and experience qualifications and be a Notary Public or obtain certification within the first six months of employment.

Requirements

• Education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree and three years of municipal government experience, including accounts payable and accounts receivable, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Be a Notary Public or have the ability to obtain certification within the first six months of employment.
• Ability to interact professionally with others and maintain confidentiality.
• Considerable knowledge of mathematical calculations and account reconciliations.
• Excellent employee and public relations skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a timely, detailed, and accurate manner.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of software programs, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Record and retain official Town records.
• Assist with conducting and overseeing elections as needed.
• Perform a variety of transactions involving interaction with the public.
• Assist with the general assistance program.
• Handle Town funds and perform accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree