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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, School Crossing Guards, and Recreation Pequossette Summer Jobs (PDF) and Seasonal Staff Jobs (PDF). All positions are considered open until filled unless otherwise specified.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer (entry level) (PDF) | Police | The starting base salary for an officer is $71,693. Candidates may qualify for additional compensation and/or stipends based on their education, approved certifications or unique skillset. Additional compensation may be earned through overtime shifts and private detail opportunities. | Yes | August 19, 2025 |
| Police | Cadets will be compensated at a rate of $25.50 per hour and will be expected to work up to 18 hours per week with the possibility of working additional hours on private detail assignments at higher hourly rates. | No | August 19, 2025 | |
| Community Development & Planning (CDP) | This position has a starting salary of $87,528 annually. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent upon qualifications and experience. | Yes | August 6, 2025 | |
Administrative Assistant (Traffic Division) (PDF) | Police | This is a Grade 2 position with a Step 1 salary of $53,625. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience. | Yes | August 5, 2025 |
Administrative Assistant (PDF) | Public Works | This is a union position with a Grade 2-Step 1 rate of $53,625. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience. | Yes | August 5, 2025 |
| Senior Services | This is a union position with a starting salary of $70,951 annually. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience. | Yes | August 5, 2025 |
Veterans Services Officer (VSO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator (PDF) | Human Services | This position has a starting salary of $87,528 annually. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent upon qualifications and experience. | Yes | July 2, 2025 |
Public Works | $31.51 per hour. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience. | Yes | July 2, 2025 | |
| 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 |
Construction/Skilled Trades Positions
| Position | Department | Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) (PDF) | Forestry Division – Public Works | This is a Grade 6 position with a Step 1 annual salary of $75,681 ($36.24/hour). | Yes | July 22, 2025 |
| Heavy Equipment Operation (HEO) (PDF) | Parks Division – Public Works | The starting annual salary for this position is $75,681 ($36.24/hour) | Yes | July 22, 2025 |
| Construction Permit Inspector (PDF) | Public Works | This is a union position with a starting salary of $76,095. | Yes | November 19, 2024 |
City Seasonal Positions
| Position | Department | Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Police | $24.50 per hour to start with the potential for periodic increases in the future. This is an at-will position that is ineligible for benefits. | No | August 5, 2025 | |
| Seasonal Staff (PDF) | Recreation | All positions have a pay range between $15.00 - $24.00 per hour depending on position, experience, and qualifications. | No | March 14, 2025 |