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The Town of Amherst seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of its community, and strives toward racial equity and environmental sustainability.  All are encouraged to apply.  AA/EEO.

Thank you for your interest in the Town of Amherst, a progressive and professional organization dedicated to inclusive government and quality services. Paper applications are available and accepted only at the Hiring Department or the Human Resources Department. Job Applications are accepted only in response to advertised vacancies. 

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To learn more about the Town of Amherst's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion visit: www.amherstma.gov/dei

If you have any questions or concerns, please email us at: [email protected]

Job Openings

Customer Assistant II  

Amherst Recreation
Details: This union full-time, benefitted position offers a starting annual salary $45k – $61k per year depending on experience

DPW Sign and Paint Technician  

Public Works
Details: This is a full-time, benefitted position with a starting biweekly salary of $1,642.42 - $2,207.27 depending on experience.

Outreach Director  

Amherst Recreation
Details: This is a full-time, benefitted position that offers a starting annual salary of $57,917 - $63,287 depending on experience.

Camp Coordinator   

Amherst Recreation
Status: Open with Specific Closing Date
Details: This is a full-time, seasonal position working from the months of May - August.

Administrative Assistant  

Assessor
Details: This is full-time, benefitted position with a starting hourly rate of $23.27 - $31.40 depending on experience and/or qualifications.

Swim Instructor/Lifeguard  

Amherst Recreation
Details: This is a part-time position that offers an hourly rate of $15.00

ARPA Grant Manager  

Finance
Details: This is a temporary, full-time position with a starting bi-weekly pay of $2,102.07 - $2,825.01 depending on experience.

Assistant Director - Day Camp  

Amherst Recreation
Details: This is full-time, seasonal position with an anticipated start date in late June, working until mid August.

Summer Day Camp Counselor  

Amherst Recreation
Details: This is full-time, seasonal position with an anticipated start date in late June, working until mid August.

Summer Registration Assistant  

Amherst Recreation
Details: This is full-time, seasonal position with an anticipated start date in early May, working until mid August.

VOLUNTEER Lacrosse Coach  

Amherst Recreation
Details: This is Volunteer position with a self-determined schedule.

Water Treatment Plant Operator   

Public Works
Details: This is a full-time 40 hour/week, benefitted position.

Registration Assistant  

Amherst Recreation
Status: Open Until Filled
Details: This is a part-time position with an anticipated start date of May 22, 2023.

DPW Laborer/Truck Driver - Highway Division  

Public Works
Status: Open Until Filled
Details: This is a full-time benefitted position that offers a starting biweekly salary of $1,510.65 – $2,030.19 depending on experience and/or qualifications.

Van Driver  

Senior Center
Details: This position is part-time, 20 hours per week, at a rate of $17.00/hr.

Implementation Project Manager - CRESS   

CRESS
Status: Open Until Filled
Details: This is a grant funded, full-time/benefitted position that offers a starting annual salary of $61k - $83k per year depending on experience and/or qualifications.

DPW Laborer/Truck Driver: Tree and Grounds Division  

Public Works
Status: Open Until Filled
Details: This is a full-time benefitted position that offers a starting biweekly salary of $1,510.65 – $2,030.19 depending on experience and/or qualifications.

Firefighter/EMT-Advanced or Firefighter/Paramedic  

Fire
Details: This is a full-time, benefitted position that offers a starting bi-weekly rate of $1,937.94.

Planner  

Planning
Status: Open Until Filled
Details: This is a full-time, benefitted position that offers a starting annual salary of $57k - $77k per year, depending on experience and/or qualifications.

Special Capital Projects Coordinator  

Facilities
Details: This is a temporary* full-time position that offers a starting annual salary of $63k - $84k per year depending on qualifications and/or experience.

Plumbing & Gas Inspector  

Inspection Services
Status: Open Until Filled
Details: This is a part-time position that offers up to 19 hours a week and a starting rate of $26.76-$35.97 per hour depending on experience and/or qualifications.

Part-time Electrical Inspector  

Inspection Services
Details: This is a part-time position offering a starting hourly rate of $26.76 - $35.97 depending on experience and/or qualifications.

Police Officer  

Police
Status: Open Until Filled
Details: This is full-time, benefitted position that offers a starting bi-weekly salary of $1,741.73.

Amherst Recreation: Group Leaders, Prime-Time After School  

Amherst Recreation
Status: Open Until Filled
Details: This is a part time position that offers an hourly rate of $15.00