Come join our dynamic team! The city of Newton is seeking qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Assistant Clerk of the City Council. The purpose of this position is to assist the Clerk of the Council in the administration, management and coordination of the City Council’s office. Carry out the authority of the Clerk of the City Council in his or her absence. This position is responsible for providing full support to at least one standing committee. Provides legislative support services to the City Council including attending evening meetings, agenda preparation, recording minutes, recording votes and scheduling meetings and/or hearings. Provides support services to the Committees of the Council and their Chairs and works with city department Heads, Lawyers, Residents, and other Committee Clerks. Oversees the creation of the Council’s Docket and Reports Docket. Issues licenses and permits governed by the City Council and oversees departmental data processing and file maintenance, and all other related work as required and directed. This is a full-time, exempt position, hiring salary range: $79,902 – $91,262 annually plus yearly step increases, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to be a part of our team of dedicated public servants. For more information, please visit the city of Newton website at newtonma.gov/jobs. The city of Newton is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or any other non-merit factor.
