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
| Position | Department | FY 26 Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Health Officer – Pest Enforcement (PDF) | Health | This is a union position with a full salary range of $67,643 - $89,253. Hiring above step 1 is dependent on qualification and experience. | Yes | March 25, 2026 |
| Senior Services | There is a 15-step salary range of $63,070 to $83,220. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications, experience and education; applicants are typically hired in the lower half of the range. | Yes | March 11, 2026 | |
| Treasurer/Collector | This is a non-union position with an annual 17 step salary range of $126,998 to $174,342. Hiring above Step 1 is dependent on qualifications, experience and education; applicants are typically hired in the lower half of the range. | Yes | February 17, 2026 |
Public Safety Positions
| Position | Department | FY 26 Compensation | Benefit Eligible | Posting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Lateral Transfer Police Officers (PDF) | Police | Base salary range for officers is $71,693 with a top step of $87,044. 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 | March 17, 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 | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | January 22, 2026 | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recreation | Positions have a pay range between $15.00 - $53.78 per hour depending on position, experience, and qualifications. | No | March 16, 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 |
| 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 | August 5, 2025 |