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City Employment Opportunities
Welcome to the City of Watertown!
We are delighted that you have an interest in public service and our community. Explore the position(s) we have to offer. We wish you all the best in your job search!
City Jobs
All city jobs are posted to this website and advertised online. You may visit or contact the Human Resources Department to inquire about job opportunities. The City of Watertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. View available positions below. When applying for a position, please submit this fillable Application for Employment (PDF) and include a resume and/or cover letter via email: recruiting@watertown-ma.gov or fax: 1-617-923-8195.
Please scroll down to see job postings for Office/Administrative Positions, Construction/Skilled Trades Positions, and Seasonal Positions. All positions are considered open until filled unless otherwise specified.
Watertown Public Schools Jobs
See the Watertown Public Schools jobs, if you're interested in working for the School Department.
City Office/Administrative Positions
| Position | Department | Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Development and Planning (CDP) | The Grade 4-Step 1 salary for this position is $61,682. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience. | Yes | January 15, 2025 | |
| Finance Coordinator (PDF) | Department of Public Works | Grade 4 / Step 1 Salary of $61,682. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience | Yes | December 30, 2024 |
| Senior Services Principal Departmental Assistant (PDF) | Senior Services | Grade 4 / Step 1 Salary of $61,682. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience | Yes | December 30, 2024 |
| Community Development & Planning | This is a part-time, grant funded hourly position, paid at $26 per hour. | No | December 19, 2024 | |
| City Clerk | Starting salary is $57,513. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience | Yes | December 16, 2024 | |
| City Auditor | This is a union position with a starting salary of $70,951 annually. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience. | Yes | December 10, 2024 | |
Assistant Director for Construction and Capital Projects (PDF) | Public Buildings | Step 1 starting salary of $115,808 annually. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent upon qualifications and experience. | Yes | November 19, 2024 |
Procurement Department | This position has a starting salary of $124,204 annually. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent upon qualifications and experience. | Yes | November 12, 2024 | |
| Police Department | $49.50 per hour when assigned to traffic safety assignments at private contractor work sites. A rate of $28.50 per hour will be paid at school crossing guard posts and all other work sites coordinated by the City of Watertown. | No | October 23, 2024 | |
| Per-Diem Public Safety Dispatcher (PDF) | Police | This is a non-union, non-benefit eligible position with a starting rate of $38.73 per hour. | No | August 12, 2024 |
| Police Officer Lateral Transfers (PDF) | Police | Top step salary with education incentive, shift differentials, and holidays currently amounts to $113,010.00 Step increases will be adjusted based on years served in other municipalities Abundance of overtime and extra-duty details available at a minimum rate of $62.00 per hour | Yes | May 17, 2024 |
City Construction/Skilled Trades Positions
| Position | Department | Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water & Sewer Division / Public Works | This is a union position with Grade 5-Step 1 starting salary of $70,565. | Yes | January 13, 2025 | |
| Forestry Division / Public Works | This is a union position with Grade 4-Step 1 starting salary of $65,795. | Yes | January 13, 2025 | |
| Water & Sewer Division / Public Works | This is a union position with Grade 4-Step 1 starting salary of $65,795. | Yes | January 13, 2025 | |
| Heavy Equipment Operator (PDF) | Forestry Department / Public Works | Grade 5/ Step 1 Salary of $70,565 | Yes | January 2, 2025 |
| Equipment Operator (EO) (PDF) | Parks Department / Public Works | Grade 4 / Step 1 salary of $65,795 ($31.51 per hour) | Yes | December 16, 2024 |
| Construction Permit Inspector (PDF) | Public Works | Step 1 salary is $76,095. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience. | Yes | November 19, 2024 |
City Seasonal Positions
| Position | Department | Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seasonal Staff (PDF) | Recreation | All positions have a pay range between $15.00 - $19.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. These positions are not benefit eligible. | No | January 1, 2025 |
| School Crossing Guards (PDF) | Police | $24.50 per hour. This is an at-will position and is ineligible for any benefits. | No | June 7, 2024 |