Senior Clerk Typist

Town of Brookline; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town Clerk's Office of Brookline is seeking a full-time Senior Clerk-Typist to provide administrative support and customer service. The role involves responding to inquiries, creating forms and reports, entering data, and maintaining vital records.

You will also process voter registrations and certify voter information, with additional hours during elections and census periods. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, two years of office experience with customer service, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of office experience with customer service preferred.
• Familiarity with election processes and municipal operations is a plus.
• Ability to communicate clearly with the public and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Respond to information requests in person, by phone, and by mail.
• Create forms, reports and databases; enter data and file documents.
• Process voter registrations; certify voter information; maintain vital records.
• Support Town Clerk operations during elections and census periods.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Office experience

Written communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Career Opportunities with Town of Brookline

Location: 333 Washington Street
Brookline, MA, 02445

The Town of Brookline's Town Clerk's Office is seeking a full-time Senior Clerk-Typist to provide administrative support and customer service for the Town Clerk office. Respond to requests for information and assistance in person, by telephone and by mail. Create forms, reports and databases; enters data, reviews, prepares and files various documents, certificates and permits. Process voter registrations; certify voter information; maintain vital records. The volume of work fluctuates due to elections and other events; additional hours may be required during elections and the annual census. Perform similar or related work as directed, required, or as situation dictates.

Qualifications:

High school diploma; two years of office experience; customer service experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior municipal work and or work with election processes is preferred.

The idea candidate has knowledge of office practices and procedures; familiarity with statutes and regulations applicable to the duties and responsibilities of a Town Clerk's office, particularly state and federal elections; duties may require specific knowledge of VCC and ZBA procedures and regulations. Ability to work independently, organize time and accomplish tasks with accuracy and attention to detail; ability to communicate effectively with the public verbally and in writing. Customer service skills; written and oral communication skills; computer skills; office skills; organizational skills.

Salary: $28.09/hourly with generous benefits. Applications received prior to September 16, 2026 receive priority consideration.

The Town of Brookline is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce.