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Comptroller
The Town of LaGrange is seeking a full-time candidate to fill this exempt title.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This is an exempt class position responsible for the general superintendence of the fiscal affairs of a municipality. The incumbent works under the administrative supervision of the governing body of a municipality who reviews work for conformance to the law and policy. Supervision is exercised over subordinate staff.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
1. Maintains records of appropriations, encumbrances, and expenditures, and prescribes approved methods of accounting for all units of local government;
2. Certifies the availability of funds for all requisitions, contracts, purchase orders and
other documents for which the municipality incurs financial obligations;
3. Prescribes the form of receipts, vouchers, bills and claims otherwise prescribed by the State Comptroller;
4. Audits and certifies for payment all lawful claims or charges;
5. Audits the financial records and accounts of all units of the government;
6. Submits reports to the governing body;
7. Has all the powers and performs all the duties conferred or imposed by law;
8. Does related work as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS:
Good knowledge of financing, major economic objectives and policies; good knowledge of budget preparation and financial forecasts; good knowledge of payroll processing; knowledge on procurement procedure; knowledge of operational adjustments due to tax revisions; knowledge of insurance coverage and protection against property losses and potential liabilities; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
RECOMMENDED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Three (3) years of accounting or auditing experience, one (1) of which shall have been in a responsible capacity and graduation from a college or university recognized by the State University of New York with major work in accounting or business administration; or five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or auditing work and graduation from a standard senior high school; or any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training sufficient to indicate ability to do the work.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $80,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Interested candidates can submit a resume via email to kbasile@lagrangeny.gov
Secretary to Planning Board
The Town of LaGrange is seeking a full-time candidate to fill this exempt title.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This is clerical work involving responsibility for attending meetings, recording and typing minutes,
conducting correspondence and maintaining files of a municipal planning board. Work is performed under the general supervision of the planning board chairperson, but directly under the Administrator of Planning and Public Works. Supervision of others is not normally a responsibility of the position.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
1. Prepares Planning Board agenda
2. Collects and distributes records and correspondence to Planning Board Members and applicants;
3. Records and types detailed minutes of planning board meetings;
4. Conducts all planning board correspondence;
5. Maintains board files and records, including archiving;
6. Schedules hearings and notifies appropriate individuals;
7. Places legal notices in newspapers when required;
8. May answer telephone calls concerning planning matters, referring more complex questions to
superior;
9. Ability to perform basic accounting tasks;
10. Does related work as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS:
Good knowledge of the policies, practices and procedures of the municipal planning board; good
knowledge of grammar, punctuation and spelling; ability to take accurate and complete notes; ability to summarize notes and organize into appropriate format; ability to type accurately; ability to keep detailed records; ability to compose routine correspondence; ability to work independently; dependability; tact; courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel
Ability to read plans is preferred
Interested candidates can submit a resume via EMAIL or fax to 845-240-7004, attn: Kelly
Ethics Committee Member (LaGrange residency required)
The Town of LaGrange is seeking two candidate interested in becoming members of the Ethics Committee. The function of the board of ethics is to render advisory opinions to the town officers and employees regarding Article 18 or the local code of ethics. It may also act as the repository of any required annual financial documents. The committee must have mixed party representation and is currently seeking non-republican candidates that reside in the Town of LaGrange. If you are interested in becoming a committee member, please submit your resume via EMAIL or fax to 845-240-7004, attn: Kelly
Business Economic Development Committee Member (LaGrange residency required)
The Town of LaGrange is seeking four candidates interested in becoming members of the Business Economic Development Committee. This committee is designed to attract new business in the Town of LaGrange and service the existing businesses.
Regular meetings are not scheduled at this time. Please contact the Town Clerk to learn more, 845-452-1830.
If you are interested in becoming a member of this board, please submit your resume via EMAIL or fax to 845-240-7004, attn: Kelly
Highway Committee (LaGrange residency required)
The Town of LaGrange is seeking a candidate interested in becoming a member of the Highway Committee. This committee meets as needed to discuss highway related issues that may arrise or require committee input.
All meetings are held at the Highway Department, 130 Stringham Road, LaGrangeville, NY 12540.
Regular meetings are not scheduled at this time. If you are interested in becoming a member of this board, please submit your resume via EMAIL or fax to 845-240-7004, attn: Kelly
EEOC Policy Statement
The Town of LaGrange is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of a person’s race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, arrest/conviction record, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class or status. Likewise, the Town prohibits employees, vendors, suppliers, visitors, customers, and any other non-employee from discriminating against Town of LaGrange employees based on these protected groups. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff transfer, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and social and recreational programs
CONTACT
- Alan Bell, Town Supervisor
- Kelly Basile, Legislative Aide
- 120 Stringham Road, LaGrangeville, NY 12540
- 845-452-9064
- 845-240-7004
RESOURCES
- Application For Employment