It is the Town’s policy to hire the best available person whenever a vacancy occurs. Employment and promotional opportunities will be posted and qualified individuals interviewed to fill vacancies as they occur.
Unless otherwise specified in Town Law, the Town Board has the authority to hire individuals to fill vacancies as they occur.
The Town Board adheres to all federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations throughout the employee selection process. These include, but are not limited to, Town Law, the Civil Service System, Equal Employments Opportunity, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and union contract provisions.
Residency
The Town of East Greenbush has adopted a residency requirement which states that Town employees must have their principal place of residence within the Town of East Greenbush, or sign a written agreement that they will move into the Town within three (3) months of their date of hire. Extensions may be granted by the Town Board on a case by case basis. Preference will be given to Town residents.
Current Employment Opportunities
To apply for any position please fill out the Rensselaer County Civil Service Application and submit a resume.
The Town of East Greenbush is currently accepting applications for the Comptroller position. The Comptroller’s responsibility includes the auditing of financial accounts and maintenance of the Town’s accounting records for all fiscal transactions, including cash receipts, accounts payable/cash disbursements, payroll expenditures, and note and bond principal and interest payments. The Town Comptroller works under the direct supervision of the Town Supervisor and the general supervision of the Town Board. Details for this position can be seen by clicking the Comptroller heading. The salary for this position is $75,000 - $85,000 annually commensurate with experience and qualifications. Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and three (3) references by April 22, 2024, by mail or email to Kate Knight at kknight@eastgreenbush.org.
The Town of East Greenbush is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and promotion decisions for Town employment are based solely upon qualifications and ability, the Town does not discriminate on any other basis.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are currently unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
Part Time Clerk - Town Clerk's Office
The Town of East Greenbush is seeking a Part-Time Clerk in the Town Clerk’s Office. Other things being equal, preference will be given to Town of East Greenbush residents.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three (3) references. The deadline for submission of applications is Monday, April 22, 2024. Please visit www.eastgreenbush.org for the full job description. Applications must be submitted electronically to Kate Knight, HR Manager, at kknight@eastgreenbush.org or by mail to East Greenbush Town Hall, 225 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY, 12144 Attention: Kate Knight. Questions can be directed to Kate Knight at (518) 477-2127.
The Town of East Greenbush is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and promotion decisions for Town employment are based solely upon qualifications and ability, the Town does not discriminate on any other basis.
Part Time Clerk - Finance Office
The Town of East Greenbush is seeking a Part-Time Clerk in the Finance Office. East Greenbush residents only to apply. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of references. Applications can be submitted electronically to Kate Knight @ kknight@eastgreenbush.org or by mail to East Greenbush Town Hall, 225 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY, 12144 Attention: Kate Knight. Questions can be directed to Kate Knight at (518) 477-4775 or Colleen Lallier at (518) 477-5842.
The Town of East Greenbush is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and promotion decisions for Town employment are based solely upon qualifications and ability, the Town does not discriminate on any other basis.
Assistant Deputy Commissioner of Sewer
The Town of East Greenbush is currently accepting applications for the Assistant Deputy Commissioner of Sewer position. Candidates for this position are required to possess a current New York State 3A Waste Water Operator License and should have previous Waste Water Treatment Plant and management experience. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, overseeing the Waste Water Treatment Plant, reporting, and daily operations of the Sewer Department. The pay range for this position is $75,000-85,000.00 commensurate with experience. Applications may be submitted by email to kknight@eastgreenbush.org or mailed to East Greenbush Town Hall, Attention: Kate Knight, 225 Columbia Tpke, Rensselaer, NY 12144. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
The Town of East Greenbush is currently accepting applications for the Deputy Commissioner of Sewer position. Candidates for this position are required to possess a current New York State 3A Waste Water Operator License and should have previous Waste Water Treatment Plant and management experience. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, overseeing the Waste Water Treatment Plant, reporting, and daily operations of the Sewer Department. The pay range for this position is $95,000-$105,000.00 commensurate with experience. Applications may be submitted by email to kknight@eastgreenbush.org or mailed to East Greenbush Town Hall, Attention: Kate Knight, 225 Columbia Tpke, Rensselaer, NY 12144. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.