Town of Newry, Maine

The Town of Newry has a new phone system

207-507-5034 Amy Bernard Town Administrator

207-507-5035 Laurie Walker Deputy Clerk

207-507-5037 David Bonney Code Enforcement Officer

207-507-5039 FAX LINE

The Board of Selectman voted on 04/06/2021 to open the Town Office to the Public utilizing a three Patron capacity in Town office at one time.

Town of Newry

Full Time/ Deputy Clerk Position

The Town of Newry is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Deputy to the Clerk /Tax Collector/Registrar of Voter. This is a full-time position and involves many responsibilities. It requires integrity, close attention to detail and some flexibility in hours.

The optimal candidate will possess the following skills: multi-tasking a must with the ability to answer the telephone; assisting customers by issuing various types or licenses, as well as marriage, death, and birth certificates; assist with elections; and ability to perform duties of the Clerk in his/her absence. Working knowledge of standard practices and procedures of the Clerk’s office and practical knowledge of accepted bookkeeping principles and basic computer skills preferred. Previous experience in a municipal clerk’s office preferred, however we are willing to train the right candidate that is eager to learn new software programs quickly and has the skillset to learn the position. Applicants must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED, computer experience, reliable transportation, and clear credit history is a must.

Pay will depend on experience and qualifications, expected range ($15-$19/HR). The Office has a great schedule Monday through Thursday 7am -5pm; a benefit package which includes health insurance, dental, paid vacation and sick time is available to the chosen candidate. A full job description is available at the Town office (422 Bear River Road, Newry) or via email (abernardnewrymaine@gmail.com ). Please submit your cover letter and resume by mail to: Amy Bernard, 422 Bear River Road, ME 04261, by email to abernardnewrymaine@gmail.com , or by hand to the Newry Town Office. A review of resumes will begin on March 18^th 2021.

Resumes and letter of interest will be accepted until the position is filled.

NOW AVAILABLE AT THE TOWN OFFICE

The Town is looking for people interested in becoming a member of the Newry Planning Board ( 2 regular members, and 2 alternate members open). You must be available the first and third Wednesdays of the month for approximately 2 hour meeting. We are willing to train anyone interested in the position. If interested, please send a letter of interest to Amy Bernard, Town Administrator via email abernardnewrymaine@gmail.com