Job Description

The city of Gloucester is accepting applications for the position of Treasurer/Collector. Under the direction of the CAO, the Treasurer/Collector is responsible for the administration, management, and oversight of the city’s municipal treasury and tax collection operations.  This position serves as the city’s chief custodian of municipal funds and is responsible for the proper receipt, custody, investment, disbursement, and accounting of municipal monies in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, municipal bylaws, policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable governmental accounting standards.

The Treasurer/Collector oversees the collection of real estate and personal property taxes, motor vehicle excise taxes, municipal charges, utility and other receivables, and other revenues due the city. The position works closely with the Mayor, City Auditor, Chief Financial Officer, Assessor, department heads, banks, investment advisors, bond counsel, state agencies, and other municipal officials to ensure the city’s financial operations are conducted accurately, efficiently, transparently, and in compliance with applicable law. This position supervises and manages and trains department staff, seven employees in the following offices: Treasurer/Collector and Payroll.

This is a full time, 35 hour per week management position with excellent benefits. Salary Range: NU-D $101,421.19 – $126,104.50. A full job description, including qualifications can be found at gloucester-ma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/16089/Treasurer-Collector-2026

Instructions

Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please apply directly to the city of Gloucester website or email a resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Region

Gloucester, Mass.

Population: 29,959

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