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, Public Safety Positions, Construction/Skilled Trades Positions, School Crossing Guards, and Recreation Pequossette 2026 Summer Jobs (PDF) and Seasonal 2026 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
Public Safety Positions
| Position | Department | FY 26 Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Works | Grade 4 salary range is $64,647 - $85,300. Hiring above the Step 1 salary is dependent on qualifications and experience. | Yes | August 3, 2026 | |
| Police | Base salary range for officers is $73,485 with a top step of $89,220. Candidates may qualify for higher starting pay and/or additional compensation/stipends based on their experience, education, approved certifications or unique skillset. Additional compensation may also be earned through overtime shifts and private detail opportunities. | Yes | June 8, 2026 | |
| Fire | Base salary of $88,014.67. Additional education incentives for qualifying degrees in fire science or related field include $6770.49 – Associate’s degree and $10,159.35 – Bachelor’s degree | Yes | December 12, 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 |
Construction/Skilled Trades Positions
| Position | Department | FY 26 Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Public Works | The annual salary is $68,957 or $33.02 per hour (Grade 4-Step 1). | Yes | June 29, 2026 |
City Seasonal Positions
| Position | Department | Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Crossing Guards (PDF) | 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 | July 2, 2026 |
| Public Works | This position is a temporary season position and typically runs from May until August each year. This would be a 40 hour a week position with hours Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The salary range for this position is $15.00 to $16.56. New candidates will be started at Step 1. Returning candidates may be placed on a higher step dependent on years of service. | No | May 26, 2026 | |
| 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 16, 2026 |