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Town Accountant
Town of Pepperell
The Town of Pepperell is accepting applications for the position of Town Accountant. The position is responsible for oversight of all expenditures of Town funds, involving extensive judgment and initiative in ensuring that all municipal financial activity is conformable to law, and to sound municipal accounting practices. The Accountant will maintain financial records for all Town accounts, appropriations, debts, and contracts, as well as maintain the General Ledger and Journal; provide all necessary submissions and reports to the State; supervise the annual Town audit; serve as primary support staff for the Finance Committee.
Applicants should have at least a Bachelor's or equivalent in a relevant discipline (preferably accounting), must have a minimum of five years professional experience in accounting, with at least three years of said experience being specifically in municipal accounting, and preferably in a management or supervisory position. The position requires a comprehensive knowledge of all applicable provisions of the General Laws, as well as knowledge of GAAP, UMAS, and GASB regulations. Computer capabilities are a prerequisite, competence in MS Office programs is necessary; ADMINS software is used by the Town.
Salary is negotiable, dependent on qualifications. Resume, cover letter, three professional references, and a statement of salary requirements must be submitted to the Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 1Main Street, Pepperell, MA 01463 by 3:00 PM Monday, September 27, 2010. E-mail responses will be received at pmazzola@town.pepperell.ma.us.
Posted August 30, 2010.
Sewer/Water Superintendent
Board of Public Works
The Town of Pepperell seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Sewer and Water Superintendent in the Department of Public Works. Responsibilities include managing the wastewater treatment plant, a recently upgraded 1.1 MGD facility; managing the collection system which serves 1,600 customers; and managing the operations of the Water Division serving 3,000 customers. The staff includes 13 employees including a Chief Operator in each Division and 11 licensed personnel. Primary job responsibilities include the day-to-day management of operations of both Divisions. Financial management experience is extremely important for these two Enterprise Funds, which will include conducting rate hearings, and preparation of annual budgets. Excellent communications skills are a must as is interaction with local governmental officials and the public at large. Applicants should also have familiarity with SCADA systems, GIS systems, applicable laws and regulations, and the workings of municipal government. The successful applicant will have a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator VI license, a Bachelor's degree in civil or sanitary engineering and two years experience in municipal sanitary operations; or other applicable college-level work and six years experience in municipal sanitary operations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and possession of motor vehicle operator's license. Salary range $ 75,000 -$79,000 DOQ. EOE. Please submit a cover letter of interest and a resume to Department of Public Works, 1 Main Street, Pepperell, Massachusetts 01463 by June 15, 2010.
Posted May 18, 2010.
Communications Dispatchers
Communications Department
The Town of Pepperell is accepting applications for the position of Communications Dispatchers. The position will report to the Communications Director and will perform technical duties in dispatching public safety apparatus, monitoring all Town alarm systems, answering emergency and non-emergency phone calls, and use of in-house records keeping computer as well as other related work as required. A high school education and one-year work experience is required, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants with E911 and CJIS Certifications considered first. Must have ability to work under stress and become proficient in the use of radio and computer equipment. Must have good spelling and typing skills and be able to communicate well verbally. Must be able to pass a criminal history background check. Salary: $15.35-$17.26 plus 2nd and 3rd shift differential.
Applications, available at the Town Hall Selectmen’s Office, should be submitted to Communications Director, Selectmen’s Office, One Main Street, Town Hall, Pepperell, MA 01463.
The Town of Pepperell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posted May 5, 2010.
PACH Outreach seeks volunteers
Pepperell Aid from Community to Home
PACH Outreach, or Pepperell Aid from Community to Home (an independent non-profit), is a service provider organization for Pepperell residents. PACH is seeking volunteers to assist in the office with food distribution, preparing fuel assistance applications, and other activities on the third Saturday of each month and during other office hours. Training to help with fuel assistance applications will be offered on October, 15 at 10:00 am at the Pepperell Senior Center.
If interested, please contact PACH Outreach at 978-925-8052, or pepperell@pachoutreach.org. More information can be viewed at www.pachoutreach.org.
Posted Sept. 21, 2009.
Fire Department Needs Volunteers
Pepperell's Volunteer Fire Department Needs Daytime Volunteers
Pepperell's volunteer Fire Department has, for a long time, been one of the best and fastest in the region. That excellent history of service, as well as the safety of our citizens, is being now threatened by a lack of personnel able to respond to emergency calls during weekday daytime hours. If you work in or close to Pepperell during the day, please consider joining your neighbors and fellow townspeople as a volunteer firefighter or firefighter/EMT. No experience is necessary. Training and good comradery are provided.
For more information about training or requirements, please contact the Fire Department.
Attention Emergency Medical Technicians
Pepperell Fire Department has openings for EMTs
On-Call EMT’s offer Advanced Life Support at basic and intermediate levels. 24 hours 7 days per week. If you have some time, we can fit your schedule.
Compensation for your time offered is made.
Continuing Education and training reimbursement is available.
Contact the Pepperell Fire Department at 978-433-2113 for more information.
Pepperell 4th of July Committee Needs New Members
Pepperell 4th of July Committee
Our Independence Day celebration (always on the first time Saturday in July) is one of Pepperell's proudest days of the year, boasting one of the area's best parades, fun activities for kids and families, and a fireworks demonstration that is the envy of the region. All of that fun, but it's the result of careful planning and the dedication of the group of volunteers on the Pepperell 4th of July Committee. And, the committee needs help.
This year more than ever, the 4th of July Committee needs new members to help with all aspect of planning, fundraising, and volunteering on the day of the festivities. Please contact the committee at 978-433-5016 or by email at pepperell4thofjulycommittee@yahoo.com.
The Board of Selectmen gives notice that appointments to the following positions will be made prior to July 1, 2010. All parties interested in appointment or re-appointment to any of the subject positions is requested to submit a letter of interest or a Citizen Activity Form to the Selectmen’s Office on or before June 10, 2010.
ADA Coordinator 1 position 1 year term
Affordable Housing Committee 3 positions 1 year term
Agricultural Advisory Board 1 position 3 year term
Agricultural Advisory Board 1 position unexpired 3 year term
Board of Public Works Member 1 position 2 year term
Cable TV Advisory Committee 7 positions 1 year term
Capital Program Committee – At-large Representative 2 positions 1 year term
Conservation Commission 2 positions 3 year term
Council on Aging 3 positions 3 year term
Cultural Council Multiple positions 3 year term
Disabilities Commission Multiple positions 3 year term
Fence Viewer 1 position 1 year term
Finance Committee 3 positions 2 year term
Handicapped Coordinator 1 position 1 year term
Historical Commission Multiple positions 3 year term
Information Systems Technology Committee 7 positions 1 year term
Personnel Board – At-Large Representative 1 position 2 year term
Planning Board Associate Member 1 position 1 year term
Registrar 1 position 3 year term
Registrar 1 position unexpired 3 year term
Surveyor of Lumber 1 position 1 year term
Surveyor of Wood & Bark 1 position 1 year term
Veterans’ Grave Officer 1 position 1 year term
Vietnam Memorial & Honor Roll Committee Multiple positions 1 year term
Weigher of Coal 1 position 1 year term
Zoning Board of Appeals Associate Member 1 position 2 year term
Zoning Board of Appeals Associate Member 1 position unexpired 2 year term
Zoning Board of Appeals 1 position 3 year term
Letter of application/Citizen Activity Form should be submitted to the Board of Selectmen
Further information on the above committees is available at the Office of the Board of Selectmen.
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