Municipal Job Openings

The Town of Belmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply for any positions listed below, print, complete and mail or deliver the employment application form.

Employment Application

The Town of Belmont

Municipal Clerk

The Town of Belmont is seeking a full-time Clerk in the Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s office. Some duties include vehicle registration transactions, vital records, marriage licensing, dog licensing, opening mail, processing tax, water & sewer payments, and reconciling. Perform complex technical and clerical work assisting the Town Clerk/Tax Collector and co-workers. Strong customer service skills and interest in working to build a strong teamwork environment is a must. 3-5 years’ experience in dealing with the public and some bookkeeping is preferred. The individual must have a high school diploma or equivalent combination of experience and skills. Ability to multitask, and familiarity with computers and common software programs.

Starting pay of $46,721.13. Great benefits available and participation into the NH Retirement System. Applications are available at the Belmont Town Hall or on our website at www.belmontnh.gov. Please submit letter of interest and resume’ to Town Administrator Alicia Jipson, Town of Belmont, PO Box 310, 143 Main St. Belmont NH 03220, or at administration@belmontnh.gov Position will remain open until filled. The Town of Belmont is an EOE.

Town of Belmont

Finance Director

The Town of Belmont is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Finance Director. This position performs complex, professional accounting work including grants, budgeting, financial reporting, payroll, benefits administration, and general ledger maintenance. The Finance Director works under the direct supervision of the Town Administrator. Requirements: 4-year degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field. 8 years of progressively responsible related experience in a municipal position with 5 years at a senior level. Experience in a town similar in size to Belmont is highly desirable. Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is a challenging position with great benefits. This is a full-time benefited position but will consider part-time applicants. Salary will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Please submit your resume’ and letter of interest to the Town Administrator’s office at PO Box 310, Belmont, New Hampshire 03220 or administration@belmontnh.gov no later than Monday August 7, 2023. The Town of Belmont is an EOE.

Finance Director Full Job Description (PDF)

Finance Director Ad (PDF)

Assistant Fire Chief

Belmont Fire Department

The Town of Belmont Fire Department is seeking a qualified candidate for an immediate opening for the position of Assistant Fire Chief. This position is responsible for managing all divisions of the Fire Department. This is a senior management position and is second in command of the department. This position also includes command and/or support at major incidents and is designed as a 24 hour on call position.

Qualifications will include:

Eight years of increasingly responsible fire service experience, five years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
Associate's Degree in Fire Science or related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
Certified Firefighter II, (New) or Certified Firefighter III (Old)
Nationally Registered AEMT (Paramedic Preferred)
Fire Inspector 1 & 2
Hazardous Materials Operations
Certified Fire Officer I & II.
Certified State of New Hampshire Fire Instructor
NIMS ICS 300, NIMS ICS 400
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of New Hampshire (CDL-B with tanker endorsement)
Thorough knowledge of all applicable laws, codes and standards
Excellent knowledge of all phases of fire department and emergency management operations including labor relations, budgeting, fiscal management, personnel management, information management and incident command
Or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

This is a full-time exempt position. Starting pay is between $74,510.80 and $83,814.51. The Town of Belmont is an EOE.

Letters of intent and resume must be submitted to: Chief Deborah Black P.O. Box 837, Belmont NH 03220 by the end of the day on October 6th before 16:00.

For more information and complete details, please go to the Town of Belmont’s website at Belmontnh.gov.

Assistant Chief Job Posting (PDF)

Assistant Chief Job Description (PDF)

Belmont Fire Department
Administrative Assistant

The Town of Belmont Fire Department is seeking a qualified candidate for an immediate opening for the position of Administrative Assistant. This position performs a variety of clerical, secretarial and administrative work in keeping official records, providing administrative support to the Fire Chief and Assistant Chief. Performs routine clerical and administrative work in answering phones, receiving the public, providing customer assistance, cashiering, data processing, and bookkeeping, as well as other related duties which apply.

This position will work 40-hour week. The pay range is $52,903-$57,220.

Letters of intent and resume must be submitted to:
Administrative Assistant Hiring Process
Attention: Chief Deborah Black
PO Box 837, Belmont, NH 03220

Posted until filled. The Town of Belmont is an EOE.

Fire Department Administrative Assistant (PDF)

Belmont Fire Department
Firefighter ALS Provider

The Town of Belmont Fire Department is seeking 2 qualified candidates to fill immediate openings for the positions of Full Time Firefighter/ALS Provider (minimum AEMT. Paramedic Preferred.) These individuals will perform responsible firefighting operations, emergency medical care, and other related duties that apply.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
▪ High school diploma or GED (Associates Degree Preferred)
▪ Certification as a Pro Board Firefighter I (must become certified at Firefighter II Level within one year.)
▪ Nationally Registered EMT (must become certified as AEMT within one year.)
▪ Possession of or ability to readily obtain (within one year,) a valid driver’s license issued
by the State of New Hampshire for the type of vehicle or equipment operated (CDL-B)
▪ Eligible under State of NH Administrative rules, 701.01, 701.02, 702.01, 702.02 or a lateral transfer that meets rule 703.01.
▪ Pass a criminal and driving background check
▪ Pass an NFPA 1582 pre-employment physical

This position will work an average 42-hour week. The schedule consists of one 24-hour shift (0700-0700) followed by three days off on a rotating basis. Do not attach copies of certifications. A transcript from the NHFA or similar educational institution will be accepted as proof of certifications. No email submissions accepted. These are Union positions. The Town of Belmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. These positions are 3 year grant funded positions.

23-03-13 FF_ALS_Grant Posting.PDF

Cover letters and resume must be submitted to:
Firefighter/ALS Provider Hiring Process
Attention: Assistant Chief Deborah Black, PO Box 837 Belmont NH 03220
no later than 15:00 Friday, March 31, 2023

Land Use Clerk

The Town of Belmont is seeking to fill the position of Land Use Clerk in a fast-paced land use suite. The successful candidate will have a general knowledge of administrative and clerical duties and municipal experience.

Full notice & job description available at http://www.belmontnh.gov/. This is a full-time (40 hours/week), hourly, non-exempt position with an excellent benefits package. Resume and cover letters will be reviewed starting Friday, September 29, 2023. Position shall remain open until filled.

Land Use Clerk Full Job Posting (PDF)