Finance (Treasury) Support Specialist

The Town of Somerset is seeking applications for the position of Finance (Treasury) Support Specialist in the Treasurer/Collector’s office. This is a part-time position, 15 to 19.5 hours per week with an hourly rate of $18.00 to $25.00 per hour.

The position offers a great entry-level opportunity to learn the inner workings of municipal finance operations from the ground up. Working directly within the Treasurer’s office, you will gain hands-on experience in cash management, public sector accounting, and employee benefits administration. If you are detailed-oriented, eager to learn, and want to build a strong foundation in local government finance, this role provides the perfect opportunity.

Candidates must possess a High School diploma or equivalent, and 1-2 years of general office, bank telling, or administrative experience handling money and sensitive paperwork is highly preferred. High level of discretion and trustworthiness (handling personal information and public funds). Comfort with basic math, scanning hardware, Microsoft Excel, and the ability to learn municipal database software (Vadar and QuickBooks).

Application and job description are available on the Town’s website at https://www.townofsomerset.org/DocumentCenter/View/101/Employment-Application-PDF or at the Town Administrator/Personnel Director’s Office, Room 23, Town Office Building, 140 Wood Street, Somerset, MA. Questions and application should be submitted to the office of the Town Administrator/Personnel Director at jdasilva@townofsomerset.org. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Applicants who have applied in the past must re-apply if they wish to be considered. The Town of Somerset is an AA/EEO employer.