Announcements

The Village of Millerton is currently seeking a professional and dedicated Part-Time Secretary to the Building, Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals to join our team.

This position entails working 10 hours per week. The starting pay for this role is $20.00 per hour.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for various administrative tasks within a fast-paced office environment. We are looking for individuals who are highly motivated, organized, possess excellent customer service skills, and excel in time management.

Applications, resume, and a letter of interest can be emailed to Lisa Cope, Village Clerk/Treasurer at clerk@villageofmillerton-ny.gov or dropped off at 5933 N. Elm Ave, Millerton NY 12546.

Please exercise caution while using the Rail Trail. Rattlesnakes have been spotted on the Rail Trail. Stay alert and be mindful of your surroundings to ensure your safety. Rattlers are cold-blooded and need to seek out warmth when they get too cold. This is why you’ll often find them sunning themselves on a road or a large rock.

Here are some tips to remember while traveling the Rail Trail:

• Limit the use of headphones.  Rattlesnakes use a hollow, segmented rattle at the end of their tail to alert predators of their presence.
• Be on the lookout. Always keep your hands and feet where you have a clear view. Avoid tall grasses and rocky crevices.
• Do not touch, pick up, or kill rattle snakes. There is no better way to be bitten by a rattlesnake than to purposefully touch it, so don’t do it.
• Keep your dog on a leash.
• Don’t travel alone.

If you are bitten by any snake while on the Rail Trail, call 911 immediately. All rattlesnake bites should be treated as an emergency until a doctor tells you otherwise.

Follow the tips below if you have been bitten by a rattlesnake:

• Remain calm and rest until help arrives. Slow your heartbeat if you can.
• Remove any jewelry, tight clothing, or anything that could be a problem with swelling.
• Do not cut, suck, apply ice, or “bleed” the bite.
• Do not drive yourself to the hospital. Call 911 and remain calm until their arrival.
• Do not tie it off and do not attempt a compression bandage.

The Village of Millerton seeks a full-time motivated Department of Public Works laborer. Applicants must have knowledge of power tools and ground maintenance equipment, the ability to lift 75 lbs. and experience with heavy equipment operations a plus. A valid CDL license is preferred but not required. The position includes NYS Retirement Benefits, Health Insurance, Paid Time off and Deferred Comp. Salary commencement with experience.

To apply, please send your application to 5933 North Elm Avenue Millerton, NY 12546 or by email to: clerk@villageofmillerton-ny.gov.

About the Village

The Village of Millerton will celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2025. It has a very active Board of Trustees led by a Mayor who oversees the day-to-day work of the Village employees. The Village is engaged in several large projects that will make a dramatic difference in the lives of Village residents for decades to come. They will also make Millerton even more of a regional hub than it already is. It will start construction on a new wastewater treatment facility sometime in 2025. Work is also being planned in replacing existing water pipes which have been in place since the early 1900’s. These are multi-million-dollar projects supported by federal, state, and county grants. The 17-acre recreation area known as Eddie Collins Memorial Park has just completed the first phase of a long-term revitalization project. Over $2.4 million was raised for this enormously successful project. A Committee of volunteers is planning to raise sufficient funds to build a swimming pool and pool house. Several Climate Smart projects are underway in the Village to bring greener and more economical energy resources to our residents. The Mayor is actively involved with the Millerton Business Alliance to help cultivate a more robust business sector.

The Village Hall staff: the Mayor who is present on a part-time basis; a part-time assistant who supports the part-time Building Inspector; a full-time Clerk/Treasurer and a full-time Deputy Clerk. In addition, there are several employees who work for the Department of Public Works. The Mayor and Board of Trustees are in the process of documenting the procedures and office workflow to create a sustainable infrastructure.

The environment in Village Hall is professional, friendly, collaborative, and active. We welcome applicants who want to join us.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 – $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Millerton, NY 12546: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person.

VILLAGE OF MILLERTON

ALTERNATE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEMBER

The Village of Millerton seeks a volunteer to serve as an alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Zoning Board of Appeals meets as needed.

Please contact the Village Clerk at 518-789-4489 for more information or to submit a letter of interest.