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Reporting to the Community Preservation Director, the Manager of Projects and Planning (MPP) will help manage the monitoring of affordable housing, historic preservation, and open space and recreation projects with the City of Boston Community Preservation Office. The CPA MPP will ​work closely with the CPA Director to create planning strategies and help implement new initiatives proposed by the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) and the CPA Office.
The aim is to accomplish the objectives outlined in the annual Community Preservation Plan which will bring positive impacts to Boston's residents and neighborhoods. The MPP will participate as a member of a small, highly functioning, multi-disciplinary team advancing the policies, procedures, and mission of the Community Preservation Act.
About Community Preservation Act (CPA):
The City of Boston receives more than $25 million annually from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) to fund affordable housing, open space and recreation, and historic preservation.
The CPA funds will support Boston's goal of becoming the most livable city in the nation by working with communities to build strong neighborhoods. This will align with the City's numerous agencies, departments, and planning documents. The strategic investment of these new public resources will prioritize equity, public access, and meeting the needs of underserved communities. Additionally, coordination with City agencies will guide decision-making for CPA projects.
In November 2016, 74% of Boston voters approved the Community Preservation Act (CPA) by voting “yes” on Ballot Question 5. By adopting the CPA, the City has created a Community Preservation Fund. The City finances this fund in part by a 1% property tax-based surcharge on residential and business property tax bills, beginning in July 2017. Since 2018, the City has used funds from the grant program to support historic preservation, affordable housing, and open space and recreation projects.
A nine-member Community Preservation Committee (CPC) reviews all applications. By law, five members represent City commissions and boards. The City Council chooses four at-large members from the general public. All members must be Boston residents for the duration of their three-year term. Members may serve for a maximum of two terms. The Community Preservation Committee recommends a slate of projects to the Mayor. The Mayor sends the recommendations to the City Council for a public hearing and final vote.
Under the direction of the Chief of Collections Strategy, coordinates all aspects of system-wide collection development, focusing on circulating and general reference collections. Provides strong and effective leadership to selectors and subject specialists in the management and coordination of the Library’s general collections at all age levels. Creates and implements collection guidelines. Provides system-wide leadership regarding all aspects of collection development. Supervises Collection Development and Reader Services. Plans and directs use of circulating materials budget.
Reports to
Chief of Collections Strategy
Supervises
Professional and support staff
Position Overview:
The position of Community History and Digitization Specialist is a two-year, grant-funded position created in partnership between the Boston Public Library and Northeastern University.
Under the provisions of a grant in support of the Northeastern University Library Boston Research Center (BRC), the Community History and Digitization Specialist will assist in cultivating and maintaining relationships with select community organizations in East Boston, Chinatown, Roxbury, and the South End in order to develop community-driven research projects using archival and other historical materials. This potentially includes identifying and delivering historic records and data sets into proper workflows for deposit into the Massachusetts Digital Commonwealth’s statewide repository system, the Northeastern University Library’s repository system, or other online platforms. The position also will perform any and all phases of work in support of grant-related neighborhood programming and outreach services in Boston Public Library (BPL) locations and in designated neighborhood locations.
Reports to:
Boston Public Library Community History Supervisor.
Supervises:
As assigned, professional and support staff.
Under supervision and within the framework of the library’s policies and practices, assumes responsibility for the effective execution of programs and services in support of ESOL/ABE within the Library’s broader program of services to a diverse population characteristic to an urban setting, performing work which requires substantial application of professional knowledge and experience.
Reports to
Literacy Coordinator (P3).
Supervises
As assigned, professional and non-professional staff members, volunteers, and teachers in absence of the Coordinator.
Brief job description (essential functions of the job):
General Duties/Class Specifications:
To have charge of and participate in the cleaning and sanitary maintenance of a branch library building, or under supervision, to participate in the cleaning and sanitary maintenance of the Central Library building, the care and maintenance for the basic operation of the HVAC and electrical systems and the care and maintenance of the grounds of the building; and to perform related work as required.
Brief job description (essential functions of the job):
General Duties/Class Specifications:
To have charge of and participate in the cleaning and sanitary maintenance of a branch library building, or under supervision, to participate in the cleaning and sanitary maintenance of the Central Library building, the care and maintenance for the basic operation of the HVAC and electrical systems and the care and maintenance of the grounds of the building; and to perform related work as required.
WHO WE ARE
The mission of the Mayor’s Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion is to make Boston a national model of economic equity for working people, entrepreneurs, businesses, and investors by implementing sustainable solutions that repair economic harm and help build generational wealth for disadvantaged communities, foster local talent and innovative ideas, make city-sponsored opportunities more transparent and accessible, and strengthen the partnership between the City and local organizations, thereby enhancing the quality of life for all Bostonians and the experience for all visitors.
WHAT WE’RE LIKE
This is not your typical 9-5. We are a growing department with a transformative mission and startup environment, led by a team of passionate individuals who are committed to achieving the urgent and important goal of eliminating the racial wealth gap and making the city more inclusive for all. With that in mind, you can look forward to a work culture that is:
- Mission-driven: We are committed to excellence in all we do and put in the time and effort required to achieve our goals, no matter how long it takes.
- Empowering: We believe in supporting leaders who are forward-thinking, independent, risk-takers, and confident.
- Collaborative: We understand that our work is interrelated and interdependent. We don’t operate in silos.
- Supportive: We create an environment that provides the physical, emotional, and intellectual space and tools to accomplish your tasks and exceed internal and external expectations.
- Innovative: We know it’s better to work smart and are always seeking creative ways to move us closer to our goals and leverage new ways of learning and working together.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The Business Strategy Manager will manage relationships and business development opportunities in key industries for the City of Boston in the Business Strategy Unit of the Mayor’s Office of Economic Opportunity & Inclusion (OEOI). The Business Strategy Unit is charged with attracting, retaining, growing and strengthening businesses across key sectors in the Boston business ecosystem. For this position, the Business Strategy Industry reflects businesses of all sizes (from the startup phase to large companies) in pharmaceutical sales and manufacturing, research and development in biotechnology, fintech, clean tech, physical, engineering, health and life sciences, analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing, testing laboratories, hospitals, research universities, medical test laboratories, medical device sales and manufacturing. The successful incumbent will work collaboratively with representatives across the Greater Boston innovation ecosystem to ensure that Boston remains a competitive and welcoming business location.
Brief Job Description:
The Employment Specialist connects returning citizens with employment opportunities, job skills programs, and workforce development programs (within and outside of City Hall). The Employment Specialist will conduct community and business engagement to identify new opportunities for engaging returning citizens in meaningful paid employment. Manage and work with staff to address critical workforce needs and advise the Executive Director and Director of Policy and Strategic Initiatives on employment challenges and opportunities. Work directly with clients to draft resumes/cover letters/ and other job application work products.
In addition, the Employment Specialist will create formal and informal relationships with on the job training programs, employers, and certification programs. The Employment Specialist will work closely with the Director of Policy and Strategic Initiatives to identify and formally establish these opportunities through grants, Request For Proposals (RFP), Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU)/Memorandum Of Agreements (MOA), and other formal instruments.
This is a provisional appointment.
Brief Job Description (essential function of the job):
Under general supervision, interprets policies, rules and regulations.
This is a provisional appointment.
Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):
To inspect all new electrical installations and all alterations to electrical wiring and equipment for light, heat, and power purposes in the City of Boston to ascertain conformance with the Massachusetts Electrical Code.
This is a provisional appointment.
Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):
Under general supervision, interprets policies, rules and regulations.
The Mayor's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) coordinates the City's homeland security and emergency management programs. OEM's Mission is to enhance the City of Boston and Metro-Boston Homeland Security Region's capacity to prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover from major emergencies. Working in close partnership with Boston's public safety and public health agencies, OEM plans and prepares for emergencies, educates the public about preparedness, conducts training exercises and drills, and performs other services to support the City and Region’s overall preparedness. OEM follows an all-hazards approach, preparing for emergencies of different types - whether they be natural or man-made.
The GIS/Situation Unit Analyst is assigned to develop and maintain situational awareness tools and systems that support OEM’s emergency preparedness, response and recovery efforts. Establishing a common operating picture and situational awareness is an essential component of any emergency management program, and this position will be tasked with leading these efforts for OEM and with our regional partners. The GIS/Situation Unit Analyst will maintain and enhance current planning and operational tools, while also seeking to advance OEM and City of Boston situational awareness capabilities.
Under the direction of the Maintenance Repairperson Foreperson, the Locksmith has broad responsibilities relative to managing and maintaining the locking and keying system in City Hall and all off-premise sites under the care and custody of the Property Management Department.
The City of Boston Property Management Department's (PMD) mission is to manage, maintain, repair, and provide security for the City's municipal buildings, including City Hall and Faneuil Hall; to preserve the useful life of City facilities and reduce operating costs through effective preventative maintenance measures.
The Director of Planning and Grantmaking is responsible for assessing community needs and service gaps, program planning, funding prioritization, strategic partnership development, and capacity-building across Boston's aging services network.
Who we are:
The Mayor’s Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion (OEOI) seeks to create a resilient, equitable, sustainable, and vibrant city by creating opportunities for all communities to build generational wealth. The Small Business Unit (SBU) provides innovative and high-impact programming to micro- and small businesses. The team provides these Boston-based enterprises with direct business support as well as the tools and guidance to successfully start, grow, and scale.
We are:
Mission-driven, empowering, collaborative, supportive and innovative.
Reporting to the Director of Small Business, the Strategic Initiatives Manager is responsible for supporting, developing, and implementing new programs, engaging at community events, and overseeing communication and impact initiatives. This person will also conduct reporting, office needs assessments, programming, and community events.
*This is a Labor Service position. INDIVIDUALS WISHING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION MUST COMPLETE THE CIVIL SERVICE LABOR SERVICE REGISTRATION PROCESS FOR THE POSITION AT http://www.mass.gov/hrd/macs IN ADDITION TO COMPLETING THE CITY OF BOSTON CAREER CENTER APPLICATION.
Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):
Under general supervision, operates one of a variety of heavy and special motor equipment of five (5) tons or over. Makes minor adjustments to equipment and when not driving, shall perform the duties of a Laborer (Park) and does related work as required.
THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION OF 15 HOURS PER WEEK.
This is a provisional appointment.
Under the direction of the Community Service Officer, the School Traffic Supervisor will perform seasonal work in connection with regulating vehicular traffic at intersections and crosswalks throughout the City.
WHO WE ARE:
The mission of the Mayor’s Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion is to make Boston a national model of economic equity for working people, entrepreneurs, businesses, and investors by implementing sustainable solutions that repair economic harm and help build generational wealth for disadvantaged communities, foster local talent and innovative ideas, make city-sponsored opportunities more transparent and accessible, and strengthen the partnership between the City and local organizations, thereby enhancing the quality of life for all Bostonians and the experience for all visitors.
WHAT WE’RE LIKE:
This is not your typical 9-5. We are a growing department with a transformative mission and startup environment, led by a team of passionate individuals who are committed to achieving the urgent and important goal of eliminating the racial wealth gap and making the city more inclusive for all. With that in mind, you can look forward to a work culture that is:
Mission-driven: We are committed to excellence in all we do and put in the time and effort required to achieve our goals, no matter how long it takes.
Empowering: We believe in supporting leaders who are forward-thinking, independent, risk-takers, and confident.
Collaborative: We understand that our work is interrelated and interdependent. We don’t operate in silos.
Supportive: We create an environment that provides the physical, emotional, and intellectual space and tools to accomplish your tasks and exceed internal and external expectations.
Innovative: We know it’s better to work smart and are always seeking creative ways to move us closer to our goals and leverage new ways of learning and working together.
The Boston Parks & Recreation Department manages one of the oldest urban park systems in the United States, consisting of over 330 parks, playgrounds, urban wilds, and cemeteries. The basic purpose of a Park Ranger is to provide a variety of services to Park patrons, including programming, wayfinding, and resource protective measures and promote compliance with Parks Department rules and regulations, as well as City of Boston ordinances as well as general laws.
Reporting to the Chief of the Park Ranger/Executive Secretary or a designee, Park Rangers may patrol on foot, in vehicles, in watercraft, on bicycles, or on horseback.
This is a provisional appointment.
Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):
Under general direction, performs work of moderate difficulty in supervising an administrative section of the Building Department. Administers programs for Building and Structures including certificates of inspections, setting up database, data entry, mailing corresponding and providing reports to Building & Structures Division manager.