Deputy Town Clerk - Town of Bucksport

Start Date: April 02, 2025 | End Date: June 30, 2025
County: Hancock County
Job Type: Clerk, Finance

Schedule: 38 hours per week, Monday – Thursday, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Enjoy a 4-day workweek)
Pay: $21 - $25 per hour, depending on experience

The Town of Bucksport is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Deputy Town Clerk to join our team. This position is essential to the smooth operation of the Town Office, handling a variety of administrative duties and interacting with the public daily. If you are organized, enjoy working with people, and are looking for a stable and rewarding municipal career, we encourage you to apply.

Why Work for Bucksport?

The Town of Bucksport offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Four-day workweek – Enjoy long weekends every week

• Affordable health insurance options, including family coverage

• Maine Public Employee Retirement System (MainePERS) participation

• Dental, vision, life insurance, and income protection

• Generous paid time off: 12 holidays, 15 sick days, 2 personal days, and 80 hours of vacation annually

Key Responsibilities:

• Process payments and maintain records for property and excise taxes

• Assist residents with motor vehicle registrations, licenses, and permits

• Issue marriage, hunting, fishing, and dog licenses while ensuring accurate record-keeping

• Issue vital records

• Support election duties, including voter registration and absentee ballot processing

• Provide administrative support to various Department Heads as needed

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Experience in clerical work, record-keeping, or customer service preferred

• Proficiency in office software and strong attention to detail

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Familiarity with municipal operations and state regulations (or willingness to learn)

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a professional and community-focused environment with great benefits and work-life balance.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, job application, and cover letter to Assistant Town Manager Jacob R. Gran at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. Interviews will be scheduled starting April 28, 2025.

The Town of Bucksport is an equal opportunity employer.