City Employment Opportunities
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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 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 | FY 26 Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Department of Public Works | This is a union position with an annual 17 step salary range of $145,286 to $199,447. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience, and applicants are typically hired in the lower half of the range. | Yes | January 15, 2026 | |
| Commander’s Mansion | This is a union position with an annual 15 step salary range of $67,643 to $89,253. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience and applicants are typically hired in the lower half of the range. | Yes | December 16, 2025 | |
| Auditing | This is a union position with an annual 15 step salary range of $59,807 to $77,594. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience. | Yes | December 11, 2025 | |
Assistant City Manager for Community Development & Planning (PDF) | Community Development & Planning | This is a non-union position with an annual 17 step salary range of $156,672 to $215,076. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications and experience and applicants are typically hired in the lower half of the range. | Yes | November 18, 2025 |
| Fire | The salary range for this position is $83,448 to $110,107. Starting above Step 1 is dependent on education and experience. | Yes | October 20, 2025 | |
| Public Works | The salary range for this position is $83,448 to $110,107. Hiring above step 1 is dependent on qualification and experience. | Yes | September 4, 2025 |
Public Safety Positions
| Position | Department | FY 26 Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
Public Safety Dispatcher (PDF) | Police | The 15-step salary range is $82,994 to $109,509 (Grade 7 – Step 1) with a starting hourly rate of $38.87. Hiring above Step 1 depends on education and experience. This is a union position with a 40 hour per week schedule. This position is also required to work night, weekend and/or holiday schedules. | Yes | November 6, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Equipment Operation (HEO) (PDF) | Parks Division – Public Works | The annual salary range for this position is $77,384 to $102,106. | Yes | July 22, 2025 |
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 |