Human Resources

The Town of Colchester is committed to providing quality service with integrity, responsiveness and sensitivity to all employees, enabling them to better serve our citizens. We are also committed to providing a work atmosphere that is safe, healthy and secure.

Our new online Employment Application Form is now available - Click here.

Job Postings:

Department of Public Works:

  • Highway Foreperson: Under the direction of the Operation Manager, this position serves as a Working Foreperson, who will supervise, oversee & coordinate day-to-day operations for highway & stormwater maintenance. The position requires availability to receive after-hours calls for unplanned work, and the ability to assess the problem and assign work as needed. Must have knowledge of supervisory practices including public infrastructure maintenance and repair, ability to plan, organize and schedule routine maintenance. High School diploma with basic computer skills required; significant experience in municipal snow and ice removal procedures is necessary.  A valid CDL is required. Hourly rate of pay is $25.45 or more depending on qualifications. Click here for complete job description. Click here to apply online, or send resume & completed Town of Colchester application to Sherry (Click here to email Sherry) by Friday, June 7.  E.O.E.  

Parks & Recreation Seasonal Jobs:

  • Bayside Beach Waterfront Director: The Colchester Parks & Recreation Department is seeking a Waterfront Director to oversee all staff, swimming lessons, and operations at Bayside Beach, including Bayside Paddle Sports and the Inflatable Waterpark, for the summer of 2019.  Qualified applicants should have experience with supervising staff, beach management, and possess a current WSI, Lifeguard, and CPR/AED certifications.  2 - 3 years teaching experience preferred.  Click here for a full job posting.  To apply: Email Jenn your resume, Town of Colchester Employment Application, and copy of your Lifeguarding Certfication.  APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITIONS FILLED.
  • Bayside Beach Lifeguard/Swim Instructor (June - August/Sept.): The Colchester Parks & Recreation Department is seeking certified lifeguards to join our team at Bayside Beach and Bayside Paddle Sports.  Applicants must have a current Lifeguarding Certification (that does not expire before August 25, 2019), CPR/First Aid certification, and ability to work around and communicate with the public on an every day basis.  Lifeguards will also handle boat rentals at Bayside Paddle Sports and rotate lifeguarding in open water at the Bayside Inflatable Water Park.  Waterfront Lifeguarding module is a plus, but not required.  All lifeguards will also teach swimming lessons at Bayside Beach.  Click here for the full job posting.  To apply: Email Jenn your resume, Town of Colchester Employment Application,and copy of your Lifeguarding Certfication.  APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITIONS FILLED.