Employment Opportunities
Application for Township Employment
To Apply:
- Please send cover letter, employment application, resume to: Email:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - Mail: West Windsor Township, Attn: Human Resources , PO Box 38, West Windsor, NJ 08550
Current Openings
Engineering Technician
West Windsor Township is seeking a full time Engineering Technician. Under the supervision of an engineer or other supervisor, assists in the performance of public infrastructure projects, including project definition, design, and coordination with consultants and contractors. Maintains Township GIS and CAD systems. Responsible for grant applications and permit compliance. Assist with design, bid and award, and construction phases of municipal capital projects. Review and comment upon engineering aspects of land development applications, including street opening permits, tree removal permits, and sewer connections permits for compliance with municipal codes. Review aspects of comments and testimony at Technical Review Committee and Planning Board meetings as required. Monitor construction phases of municipal capital projects and land development projects including inspections, punch lists, and guarantee action recommendations. Provide technical assistance to other Divisions and Departments.
Qualifications: Two-year degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology program. Three years technical experience performing engineering support tasks in the planning, surveying, design, inspection, investigation, and/or maintenance of various types of engineering projects. Possess a valid NJ Driver’s License. Ability to use Geographic Information System software (ArcView GIS) and Computer Aided Drafting software (AutoCAD Civil 3D) to produce standard prints and ad-hoc plots for field requests containing specific information derived from the connected model and various other data sources. Knowledge of stormwater management design principles and practices in New Jersey, especially the rules promulgated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Knowledge of the New Jersey Department of Taxation map requirements, or ability to learn. Ability to prepare technically sound, accurate, and informative reports of inspections, surveys, investigations, and analyses containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Salary Range: $69,738.70-$94,837.97
Human Resources Assistant
West Windsor Township is seeking a full time Human Resources Assistant. Under direction of Administration, this employee performs a wide range of human resources and complex administrative work consistent with existing laws, statutes, ordinances and other applicable regulations and Township policies and procedures. This position handles and protects confidential and personally identifiable information. Expected to work independently and exercise judgment. Serves as the Human Resources contact for Township Employees. Assists with the day-to-day operations of the human resources office and personnel related matters; performs complex administrative work including employee database file and folder maintenance. Coordinates the full-cycle compliant and diverse recruitment process. Serves as the Human Resources contact for Township Employees. Assists with the day-to-day operations of the human resources office and personnel related matters; performs complex administrative work including employee database fields, track and maintain employees’ leave, and folder maintenance. Coordinates the full-cycle compliant and diverse recruitment process. Please note that this a confidential position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and/or 3 years equivalent human resources work experience preferably in municipal government and or in a Human Resource position. Strong analytical administrative, organizational, filing and communication skills. Proficient in use of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite. PHR or SHRM Certification preferred.
Salary Range: $50,726-$75,589
Records Clerk I- Police Department
West Windsor is seeking a Full-time Records Clerk 1 for the Police Department. This position is responsible for the maintenance of record systems; for classifying, coding and storing official Police Department data used for investigative and referral purposes. Provides basic clerical and secretarial support. Performs accurate and timely entry of motor vehicle violations, accident reports and alarm permits. Responsible for copying and filing accident reports with the NJ Department of Transportation. Works with multiple systems including: Record Management Systems, NCIC (National Crime Information Center), CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch), POSS (Police Officer Scheduling System), and NJ Department of Motor Vehicles. Provides Motor Vehicle Accident, Operations, Investigation or Arrest reports to insurance companies and/or individuals upon request under OPRA.
Qualifications: High School Diploma or its equivalent and one year of office/clerical experience. Proficient communication and interpersonal skills and ability to interact with the public. Strong computer and communication skills and the ability to work independently, accurately and confidentially. Read, write, speak , understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position.
Salary: $42,054-$60,894
Accountant
The Township is seeking to hire a qualified individual who is responsible for the maintenance of the finance account system including cash receipts, disbursements, statement reconciliation, subsidiary journals, general ledger, various financial updates, and special projects. This position will maintain and process daily receipts from Trust, Current, Pool Utility, and Capital Funds, analyze accounts for the nature and accuracy of transactions, generate 1099INT year-end statements for Cash Performance Guarantee; work closely with the Chief Financial Officer, auditor, and Department Heads on all matters pertaining to the financial and escrow systems of the Township.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree preferred in accounting, finance, business administration or related field. Experience may be substituted for a college degree. Two years of responsible accounting/bookkeeping experience. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or working towards certification preferred. Valid NJ Driver's License.
Salary Range: $59,724.39-$81,070.97
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Finance Clerk 1- Finance Division-Full Time
West Windsor Township is seeking a Finance Clerk 1 who is responsible for supporting the Finance Division and Office of the Tax Collector. The work is to be performed under the general supervision of the Chief Financial Officer and the Tax Collector and/or designee. Provides secretarial, clerical, bookkeeping and accounting support to the Finance Division. Greets the public at Finance window, takes payment and records payments, receive and sort incoming mail, minor and complex computer work and correspondence, collect and record tax sewer rent revenues, update and maintain various Finance spreadsheets, prepare deposits, post payments issue receipts.
Qualifications or Requirements: High School diploma or GED equivalency degree, proficient knowledge of computers, cash handling experience, excellent customer service communication skills, office/accounting experience preferred. Flexibility to undertake a variety of assignments.
Salary Range: $42,054.10-$60,894.95
Please Email cover letter, employment application, resume to:
To be considered for any open position, please send a completed application, résumé and cover letter to: West Windsor Township, Human Resources, PO Box 38, West Windsor, NJ 08550 or email
Selected candidates will be subject to a criminal history background check.
Residency Law:
The “New Jersey First Act,” N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), requires new public employees to reside in the State of New Jersey within one (1) year of employment. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act,” all persons newly hired by the Township on or after September 1, 2011, shall have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Exemptions may be granted on the basis of critical need or hardship.
EEO/Affirmative Action Policy Statement
The Township of West Windsor is an equal opportunity employer. The Township provides equal employment opportunities(EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race or color; religion or creed; sex, pregnancy or breastfeeding; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; disability; marital status or domestic partnership/civil union status; liability for military service; liability for service in the United States Armed Forces; age; atypical hereditary cellular or blood train, genetic information and the refusal to submit a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test and/or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The Township of West Windsor complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Township has facilities. The Township prohibits discrimination or harassment in all aspects of employment including but not limited to: recruitment, job postings, interviews and hiring decisions; promotions, terminations, compensation, including salary and benefits; all terms, conditions or privileges of employment; and membership in a union.
The Township complies with the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Township will not discriminate against any qualified employee or job applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. The Township also will make reasonable accommodations wherever necessary for all employees or applicants with disabilities, provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that accommodations do not require significant difficulty or expense. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
West Windsor Township reserves the right to interview and hire qualified candidates prior to the application deadline, additionally, positions may remain open until filled.