Employment Opportunities

Application for Township Employment

Current Openings

Utility Person 1 – Sewers

West Windsor Township is seeking a Full Time Utility Person 1 to work in the Sewer Department. Under direction of the Director of Public Works or designee, this position performs manual and unskilled labor work at Pump Stations and performs upkeep of sewer system including cleaning lines, cutting grass, hauling screens from wet well, cutting grass, watering, weeding and picking up litter; assisting in the operation of the sewer jet; drives truck, hauls and delivers materials, loads and unloads trucks with or without assistance. Under direction, this position operates, adjusts and regulates pump station pumps, valves and other equipment, and takes periodic readings. Inspects, cleans, and makes repairs to storm sewer underground system (inlets and pipes) throughout Township as needed. Performs routine emergency maintenance and repairs of all sewer associated equipment.

Qualifications or Requirements: Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in good standing or willingness to obtain within one year
Salary Range: $39,088-$56,600 (2022)

Municipal Court Attendant- Part Time
The Township is seeking to hire a qualified individual to work under general direction of the Municipal Court Judge with duties that include providing first layer of protection for entire Court Staff and Judge by screening all individuals entering the court; inspecting and performing various safety and security checks of the municipal court building, including but not limited to ensuring various entrances and exits are properly secured and unoccupied; screening all individuals entering the Court facility; inspecting the metal detector and handheld wand to ensure it is functioning properly and performing necessary calibration; proving information on Court facility policies.
Qualifications: Excellent customer service skills and communication skills required. PTC certified (current or retired). Must have a minimum of ten years of law enforcement experience (retired) or must have eight years of experience with one employer and must possess a four-year degree from an accredited educational institution.
Salary: $25.12 - $30.00/hour

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: $39,088.00-$56,600.00

Fire Protection Inspector Part Time- up to 29 hours per week
The Township is seeking to fill a Part Time Fire Protection Inspector ( up to 29 hours per week) position. Under the direction of the Fire Protection Subcode, the Part-Time Fire Protection Inspector reviews plans and performs fire protection inspections involved in enforcement of the State Uniform Construction Code (UCC), the Fire Protection Subcode and relevant fire protection laws and regulations.
Qualifications: Valid Fire Protection Inspector license of the appropriate level, Industrial and Commercial (ICS), issued by the NJ DCA. High-rise and Hazardous (HHS) preferred
Salary Range: $40.36-$53.37

Seasonal Laborers
The Township is seeking individuals interested in seasonal employment in Department of Public Works to perform various types of manual labor relating to the upkeep & maintenance of Township property. Responsibilities include: mowing, pruning, roadside clean-up, leaf and brush collection, perform maintenance tasks of road sides, parks, ball fields, grounds owned by Township including pruning, cutting, weed whacking, trash pick-up, etc. May also wash, wax, clean Township vehicles and equipment (including interiors), installs, maintains, removes snow fence, may performs janitorial duties at Township sites and other related duties as required.
Schedule: M-F 7:00am-3:00pm
Salary: $15.00 per hour.
Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent; good physical health.

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 . No phone calls, please.

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.