Job vacancy: Office Assistant

The Village of Canastota has an immediate opening for a full-time Office Assistant I. The successful candidate will assist the Clerk/Treasurer and Deputy Clerk/Treasurer with the performance of clerical and accounting tasks in the Village office.

Qualifications include:

– High school graduate or high school equivalency diploma
– Preference for municipal bookkeeping/accounting experience
– Proficiency with computers, including Windows, Microsoft Office, and accounting software
– Proficiency with payroll and accounting software
– Customer service/relations experience
– Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
– Problem solving and analytical skills
– Self-motivated and results-oriented
– Organized and able to multitask
– Notary Public preferred but not required

The position of Office Assistant I offers a pay rate of approximately $20 – $22 per hour, commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, holidays, health insurance, and participation in the state retirement system.

Interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to village@canastota.com. No phone calls, please.

The Village of Canastota is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Publication Date: 1/29/26

Village of Canastota
205 S. Peterboro Street
Canastota, NY 13032

The following is a list of additional qualifications for the position of Office Assistant I provided by the Madison County Office of Human Resources.