The Town of Wellesley is seeking a full time Licensing and Elections Administrator to manage and perform a wide range of clerical and administrative tasks such as recording and processing vital statistics, issuing permits and licenses, typing, and filing, to support the day-to-day operations of the Town Clerk’s office. Responsibilities include developing and updating databases and website pages; supporting the election and referenda process, the annual Town Census, Town Meeting; and certifying and recording Zoning issues. Election support includes responsibility for election day management to include staffing of over 100+ people each election along with managing the office independently on occasion (e.g., vacation coverage, lunch time). The incumbent’s work requires exceptional attention to detail and is performed in accordance with established legal and departmental procedures.

Requirements: Associates degree or equivalent, two years of office and customer service experience (preferably in a municipal or law setting), strong customer focus to include a high level of integrity and confidentiality. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to deal effectively in a professional and courteous manner with staff and the general public, demonstrated organizational skills, the ability to prioritize workflow to meet statutory deadlines despite frequent interruptions and knowledge of applicable state and local laws, regulations and bylaws are also required. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and be flexible to work additional hours/evenings when needed. Project management, bookkeeping skills are a plus. Prior election experience preferred. The hourly range is $29.13 - $36.29 with an excellent benefits package.

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Department as a Word document or PDF to hr@wellesleyma.gov by September 29, 2024. AA/EOE