Finance & Human Resources

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

Employment Opportunities

Equipment Operator / Laborer

The Town of Waterbury is seeking to hire an Equipment Operator/Laborer. The position plays a vital role in maintaining our paved and gravel road network, along with our town parks and cemeteries.
Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma (or equivalent) with 2-years of experience as a truck driver and/or heavy equipment operator, or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the skills necessary to succeed. Preferred applicants will have a Class B Commercial Driver’s License; all applicants will be required to obtain a Class B Commercial license. Experience in road maintenance is desirable.
The Town offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, retirement benefits, generous leave time, and more. The starting pay ranges from $25 to $28 per hour depending on qualifications.

For a full job description please visit https://www.waterburyvt.com/departments/finance.

For additional information please contact Bill Woodruff, Director of Public Works, at (802) 839-6199. To apply please email Bill Woodruff at bwoodruff@ waterburyvt.com.

The application and resume may be emailed or mailed to:
Bill Woodruff PWD
28 North Main Street Suite 1
Waterbury, VT 05676

Waterbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Afterschool Program Assistant (multiple positions)

Job Title: Afterschool Program Assistant (multiple positions) Department: Recreation
Status: Hourly, Seasonal
Wages: Starting at $16/hr and increases with experience

Job Summary:
The Afterschool Program Assistants will engage with children during free choice time, and help lead planned activities, with the option to help with program development and activity leading. Afterschool staff are expected to provide a safe, well-supervised space for kids to explore and unwind, while also maintaining a good rapport with parents and the community. We are seeking qualified, engaged, and motivated individuals with experience in youth and children's programs. Candidates should be ready to commit to at least 2 afternoons per week (school days), and will ideally be available to work for the entirety of the program hours from 2:45-6pm.

Duties/Responsibilities:
The Afterschool Assistants will:

Participate in the planned activity each day, or supervise children who are not participating
Lead or help instruct planned activities
Join mini field trips around town, maintaining safety of the group
Build positive rapport with students, including but not limited to engaging in student-led activities, and being able to adapt quickly due to weather and unforeseen schedule changes, etc.
Positive attitude and communication with parents/guardians, staff, and students
Help clean and maintain organization of the program space and materials each day

Required Skills/Abilities:
The Afterschool Assistants 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 Afterschool Assistants 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* (preferred)
Mandated Reporter training* (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 until positions are filled.