Town Of Foster: Open Position

Press release from the Town of Foster:

March 24, 2021 - 4:12pm

The Town of Foster is seeking an experienced professional for the role of Deputy Town Clerk. The Town Clerk’s Office is responsible for providing a number of services to the public: ensuring transparency of government, providing administrative support to the Town Council, maintaining and supporting public access to records and archives, and administering local elections. The Town Clerk’s Office has six major focus areas: Town Council Records, Land Records Registry, Board of Canvassers, Registry of Vital Statistics, Probate Court, and Business Licenses. The highly visible position of Deputy Town Clerk is responsible for supporting the operations of the Town Clerk’s Office and reports directly to the Town Clerk and in the absence of the Town Clerk, is responsible for these functions.

Applicants must possess a thorough knowledge of office management procedures, practices, and systems; have the ability to provide leadership in training and supervising clerical staff; have the ability to apply technical knowledge and exercise independent judgement in carrying out responsibilities according to general policy directives and specific legal requirements; have working knowledge of cash handling and cash reconciliation procedures; have strong general management skills; have strong administrative and organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail; have a demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines; possess excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; establish and maintain successful working relationships with fellow employees, the public, and others in a courteous manner; maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion; function well under pressure; possess strong computer skills in word processing and database management, and must be able to read cursive. Candidates possessing a thorough knowledge of appropriate laws, regulations, and procedures of a municipal clerk, are preferred.

To be considered, candidates must have some post-high school education with five (5) years of experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. This is a full-time Monday – Thursday, 35 hours per week, non-union position with a starting salary of $40,500, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. To apply, please submit your, cover letter, resume, and three references to sdillon@townoffoster.com or mail to Susan Dillon, Town Clerk, Town Hall, 181 Howard Hill Road, Foster, RI 02825.

This press release was produced by the Town of Foster. The views expressed are the author's own.