Town Clerk Amerighi needs help

SHARON —Town Clerk Linda Amerighi has been looking for a new assistant since October and the search (and extra work) are wearing her out.

“I have not been able to take any sick time, I’ve literally had to come in to Town Hall sick,� Amerighi said. “I also have not been able to utilize the vacation time I have earned for myself. I need an assistant to take the bull by the horns.�

The assistant will work a total of 13 hours, two days a week. The ideal candidate is someone who is flexible and willing to come in on short notice and in emergencies.

“I need someone who has a good work ethic,� Amerighi said. “This can be an extremely busy office and we must follow rules that are mandated by the state. The person must also be good at dealing with the public.�

The assistant will be Amerighi’s righthand man, or woman, and will help her with the mountains of paperwork that must be meticulously filed and cared for. Town Hall is home to records for everything from births, deaths and weddings to real estate transactions and meeting minutes. The clerk’s office handles hunting and fishing licenses, and requests from the public for advice on pretty much every topic imaginable.

It is fascinating work, especially for someone who likes to help others, and who has an interest in history and the workings of a 269-year-old town.

“It’s a big responsibility,� Amerighi said. But one that can be extremely rewarding.

To apply for the position send a cover letter and resume to Town Clerk Linda Amerighi, Town Hall, 63 Main St., Sharon, CT 06069. Amerighi requests no phone calls.