Finance & Human Resources

The Finance Department is responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll.

Employment Opportunities

Natural Disaster Response Coordinator

The Town of Waterbury is seeking to hire a Natural Disaster Response Coordinator. The primary role of the Natural Disaster Response Coordinator is to recruit, oversee, and manage the activities of volunteers who serve ready to serve Waterbury in the event of a flood that inundates homes and businesses. The position oversees the volunteer response in assisting property owners with immediate flood recovery needs, including pumping out homes, removing debris and trash, providing cleaning supplies to impacted residents, and assisting in a myriad of ways to makes homes and neighborhoods livable.

This is a volunteer position for which an annual stipend is paid. In the event of a flood additional compensation will be provided for the acute work that is required. The position is expected to lead regular meetings of flood volunteers to ensure the community is prepared for a future flood. The position reports to the Municipal Manager.

A full job description can be found here

For additional information please contact the Municipal Manager, Tom Leitz, via email (tleitz@waterburyvt.com) or phone (802) 999-6450.

Camp Counselor (multiple positions)

Job Title: Camp Counselor (multiple positions)       Department: Recreation
Status: Hourly, Seasonal; Full time or Part time
Wages: Start at $16/hr and commensurate with experience

Job Summary:
The Summer Camp Counselors will participate in the day-to-day activities at each of our camp locations. Camp Counselors will work directly with students to provide a safe, responsible, well-supervised summer camp experience, while also maintaining a good rapport with parents and the community. Camp Counselors will be responsible for participating in and often leading games and activities, helping maintain an organized camp, and sharing important information with head counselors and other staff; they will also engage with families daily and must have strong communication skills. We are seeking qualified, engaged, and motivated individuals with experience in youth and children's programs. Candidates should be ready to commit to an 8-week summer program with a full-time or part-time work schedule, plus training time.

Duties/Responsibilities:
The Camp Counselors will:
·   Participate in the day-to-day operations of their assigned camp
·   Assist instructors with camp activities
·   Understand the logistics of field trips and excursions
·   Keep track of campers during pool time and swim lessons
·   Share important information with head counselors and other camp staff
·   Build positive rapport with campers
·   Be able to adapt quickly due to weather, unforeseen schedule changes, etc.
·   Maintain positive attitude and communication with guardians, staff, and campers
·   Help prep, clean, and maintain organized camp spaces and materials throughout the summer

Required Skills/Abilities:
The Camp Counselors will need to have:
·   Experience working with youth in various settings
·   Strong communication skills
·   Good customer service skills
·   Desire to stay organized, be patient and practice problem solving
·   The ability to work in a team
·   The ability to serve, communicate with, and work with a diverse population

Education and Experience:
The Camp Counselors must be or have:
·   At least 14 years of age to apply
·   Enjoys being in the company of children
·   Loves the outdoors
·   CPR/First Aid Certification*
·   Mandated Reporter training* (preferred)
·   Lifeguard certification (preferred)
*These certifications shall be part of training should they not currently be held

Interested applicants should complete an Employment Application and send it to Katarina Lisaius (klisaius@waterburyvt.com) with their cover letter and resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, deadline is March 13, 2025.