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NOW HIRING PART TIME ACCOUNT CLERK

The Town of Bow seeks qualified applicants for the position of Part-Time Account Clerk. Working under the administrative direction of the Town Clerk/Tax Collector, responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

• Issuing motor vehicle registrations, plates and titles. 
• Tax collecting.
• Issuing vital records, birth, marriage and death.
• Maintaining official municipal records.
• Issuing licenses, including Fish and Game and dogs.
• Facilitating elections, including voter registration. 

Most importantly, the successful candidate will provide a high level of customer service, ensuring that transactions are processed efficiently and accurately and that inquiries are resolved and information is provided in a positive manner to all stakeholders, including the residents, town departments, boards, commissions and committees and the general public. 

Successful candidate will be a self-starter, will have excellent cash handling and computer skills, including Excel, will be highly organized and detail orientated; focused on customer service and opportunities to enhance operational procedures; and must be bondable. Ability to handle sensitive information, employ good judgment and communicate effectively is essential. Days and hours of work may vary from time to time. A high school degree is required, an associate’s degree in accounting or business is preferable; two to three years of progressively increased responsibility in applicable office operations; experience in a municipality, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Must have strong communication skills and be able to work cooperatively with all Town departments. This is a part time position, the hours are 7:30 A.M. to 12:00 P.M, Monday through Friday, with a pay range of $22.87-$27.87/hr. DOQ, with benefits.

Submit Town of Bow application, cover letter and résumé to Town of Bow, Attn: Judy Bibbins, 10 Grand View Road, Bow, NH 03304 or by e-mail at jbibbins@bownh.gov. The deadline to apply is February 26th, 2026.

Land Use Assistant - Full Time

Community Development Department

The Town of Bow, NH is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Land Use Assistant in the Community Development Department.

The Land Use Assistant performs a variety of administrative and technical tasks in support of the Community Development Department with a primary focus on Planning and Zoning. The Land Use Assistant provides support to the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment. Duties include processing and reviewing applications, preparing meeting notices and packets, drafting correspondence such as staff reports and Notices of Decision, attending and taking minutes at evening meetings, and responding to inquiries from the public. Providing high-quality customer service at the Community Development counter, on the phone, and when responding to emails is one of the key responsibilities of the position. The role also involves managing and updating the web pages for these boards and commissions, as well as for the Department.

Qualified applicants should possess a high school degree or equivalent, with associate or bachelor’s degree preferred, and three years of progressive, responsible experience in Community Development/Planning; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Salary range $25.25 to $30.77 per hour DOQ.

For more information on the Town’s application process and to view the entire job description, visit the Town’s website at www.bownh.gov/jobs. Submit résumé and Town application to: Land Use Assistant Search, c/o Finance Department, 10 Grandview Road, Bow, NH 03304, or by e-mail jbibbins@bownh.gov. The submission deadline is February 27, 2026.

Town of Bow

Public NoticeProposed Fee Changes

In accordance with RSA 41:9-a, the Town of Bow Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at the Bow Municipal Building, Meeting Room A, to accept public input on proposed cemetery fee changes. 

Section 124-4. Cemetery fees. 

C.     Grave opening: $825 Monday to FridayD.     Overtime Grave opening: $1,150 Saturday; $1,250 Sundays; $1,300 holidaysE.     Cremains grave opening: $400 Monday to FridayF.     Overtime cremains grave opening: $725 Saturdays; $825 Sundays; $875 holidays

Board of SelectmenTown of Bow

Important Update Motor Vehicle Fee Increase – NH House Bill 2

Please be advised that State Motor Vehicle fees will increase effectively on January 1, 2026. 

To take advantage of the current lower rates that are on the renewal notice that were mailed out, please follow the renewal deadlines below:

By Mail

Your registration renewal payment must be received no later than December 30, 2025. 

In Person

You must visit our office on or before December 31, 2025.

Online

Pay by 8:00 PM December 30th, 2025

Please note registration can be renewed, up to 4 months early in the town office.