Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Current Job Listings

The following current job listing may be found on the MMA web site:



Chief Assessor, Town of West Newbury
The town of West Newbury seeks qualified candidates for the position of Chief Assessor. Under the direction of the finance director a three-member elected board of assessors, the Chief Assessor is responsible for the administrative, technical and supervisory work related to the valuation of all property within the town; for providing related financial information, analysis and consultation to the finance director and to other town departments; and for the management of the assessor’s office. Thorough knowledge of municipal law relating to the assessment of property and levying of taxes is required. Ability to perform in-house€ revaluations, knowledge and experience with appellate tax board procedures, and the ability to effectively utilize assessor’s computer applications (Patriot) is sought. Duties require skills equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, or finance, and five to seven years of progressively responsible experience, several of which were in a supervisory role. Must possess state certification and professional designation of Massachusetts Accredited Assessor (MAA). Salary commensurate with experience, minimum starting rate of $53,000. To apply, send resume to Town of West Newbury, Finance Director, 381 Main St., West Newbury, MA 01985, by Feb. 11, 2008. AA/EOE (posted 1/14, exp. 2/11) MMA
Director of Information Technology
Town of Lexington
The town seeks an experienced professional to join our management team. Position reports to the assistant town manager/finance. Duties include: supervise MIS staff, manage municipal networks, maintain all software applications, coordinate long range planning and goal setting across all municipal departments, prepare annual operating and capital IT budgets, and oversee the selection of software and hardware vendors. Position requires education equivalent to a master’s degree in computer science, IS/IT or related field plus five years of experience in IT, systems planning or related field, plus five years of supervisory experience. Starting salary: up to $89, 000 plus benefits. Submit required town application form with resume and cover letter to HR Dept., 1625 Mass. Ave., Lexington, MA 02420. Application deadline is Jan. 25. MMA


Town Accountant
Town of Raynham
The town of Raynham, Mass., (12,500 population: budget $27 million) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Town Accountant. The Town Accountant works under the general supervision and administrative direction of the board of selectmen/town administrator. Responsibilities include financial monitoring of the budget; maintaining comprehensive financial records; generating required periodic reports; assisting with annual budget preparation and supervision of accounting department staff. Thorough knowledge of UMAS, GAAP, and GASB regulations, knowledge of Data National accounting software, and a working knowledge of applicable Massachusetts General Laws are necessary. The applicant should have strong communication skills. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, plus a minimum of three years’ municipal accounting experience. Massachusetts Governmental Accounting Certificate preferred. Salary range: $45,000-$65,000, commensurate with experience. A job description is available upon request. Please send cover letter and resume to Town Administrator, 558 South Main St., Raynham, MA 02767, or e-mail... MMA
Town Counsel
Town of Arlington
Position performs responsible administrative duties as chief legal officer of the town, prosecutes and defends all litigation and provides advice to all town departments. Position performs varied and complex professional legal functions, assuming full responsibility for their planning and execution; exercises considerable judgment in making decisions and rendering advice regarding the town’s legal affairs, policy-making and administration. Juris doctor degree; member of the Massachusetts Bar and Federal Bar; five years’ experience in municipal law and litigation. Salary range: $105, 000-$120,000 annually. Please apply by Feb. 22, 2008. For a full position description please visit http://www.arlington.gov . MMA
Director of Inspectional Services
Town of Plymouth
The town of Plymouth (population 55,000) is seeking a Director of Inspectional Services. Position reports to town manager. Responsibilities are administrative, supervisory, and technical in the policy development of inspectional services in the town, including building, zoning, health, wiring, plumbing, gas, animals, weights and measures, and taxi inspections including enforcement and interpretation of state inspection codes, local zoning bylaw, and other applicable regulations. Position enforces the provisions of Massachusetts state building code and health codes and regulations, town's zoning by-laws and all other relevant state codes; enforces regulations and requirements of special permits and variances issued by the zoning board of appeals, and all other applicable statutes, rules and regulations. Position responds to questions related to mode or manner of constructions and materials to be used in erections, additions, alterations, repair, removal, demolition, installation of service equipment, location, use, occupancy and maintenance of all buildings and structures, except as otherwise provided by statutory requirements. Requirements: bachelor's degree in management or engineering, building construction or design; five years’ experience in administration of inspectional codes; five years’ progressive management experience preferably in a municipal setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Requirements include a construction supervisor's license and a Massachusetts state certification for building commissioner/director inspectional services. Salary: $72,757.25-$89,307.71 commensurate with experience. Position open until suitable candidate selected. Applications, to be submitted with cover letter and resume, available at http://www.plymouth-ma.gov MMA

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