Town of Wayne - Tax Collector / Treasurer

Start Date: May 02, 2025 | End Date: October 29, 2025
County: Kennebec County
Job Type: Clerk, Finance
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Job Duties and Responsibilities

Employee is the primary point of customer contact, working the front counter and answering the phone. Employee performs the legally required duties of the statutory offices of Treasurer, Tax Collector, Deputy Town Clerk, Bureau of Motor Vehicle Agent, Hunting and Fishing License/Registration Agent, and Deputy Registrar of Voters.

This position involves responsible administrative and fiscal work, including the preparation and maintenance of various documents, town records, and budget, preparing reports, collection and handling of all town funds including payments of real estate. This position is also responsible for issuing various state licenses and permits, collecting excise taxes and fees associated with vehicle registration, fishing, hunting and dog licenses; assists with elections and any other tasks or duties as assigned.

Work must be performed in accordance with applicable laws and following generally accepted accounting practices. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Town Manager. Work is reviewed through observation, verification, internal audit, and fiscal audit.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Town and the employee and is subject to change by the Town as the needs of the Town and requirements of the job change.

Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years prior municipal work experience.
• Knowledge and utilization of TRIO Software and DAVE records is a plus, but not required. 
• Knowledge of tax process including tax lien requirements. 
• Knowledge of municipal accounting and cash management practices.
• Knowledge and understanding of the State statutes relating to the duties and responsibilities of town treasurers and tax collectors.
• Ability to be certified for registrations/licensing by the Maine Departments of Motor Vehicles, Inland Fisheries (MOSES), Secretary of State (Vital Records and Voter Registrations) and to be appointed as a Notary Public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with fellow workers and the public.
• This non-partisan position involves frequent in-person and telephone/email contact with the public, other town employees, elected and appointed town officials, and outside agencies, and requires a high degree of professional demeanor and confidentiality. All applicants must be bondable for faithful performance of duty and pass a criminal background check.

Benefits

This is an hourly position based on a 32+ hour, Tuesday - Friday 9am - 5pm work week, and may require occasional evening meetings. Health benefits and PTO. If you are passionate about public service and making a difference in our community, we encourage you to apply! Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and professional references to the Wayne Town Manager.  Materials can be dropped off or mailed to the Town of Wayne, 14 Kents Hill Rd., PO Box 400 Wayne, Maine 04284, or emailed to [email protected]. Equal Opportunity Employer. This position will remain open until filled.