The Major Projects Coordinator assists in the implementation of system-wide improvements and initiatives organized as major and/or capital projects of the Boston Public Library, ensuring projects and initiatives are aligned with the vision and strategic plans of the Boston Public Library, state of the art thinking about the future of library services and current best practices in the field of public library services with a particular focus on both space - layout and design. This role is part of the library project management office, and coordinates project activities in conjunction with Library management, City of Boston colleagues, and other stakeholders as assigned. This individual also...

This is a provisional appointment.   Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):   The mission of the City of Boston's Property Management Department (PMD) 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...

Under immediate supervision, performs custodial work in connection with the cleaning and maintenance of a library building and performs related duties as required.

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 and general laws. Reporting to the Chief of the Park Ranger/Executive Secretary or a designee, Park Rangers...

The City of Boston Law Department provides legal services to the Mayor, City Council, and City departments regarding their official capacities within the City government. Our office has existed continuously for 180 years and under the sole authority of the Corporation Counsel for 125 years. The Corporation Counsel has supervisory authority over all City attorneys and legal affairs and is responsible for all litigation to which the City of Boston is a party.

On April 2nd, 2024, Mayor Michelle signed an ordinance to create a Planning Department in the City of Boston for the first time in 70 years. The ordinance restores planning as a core function of City government, ensuring its inclusion in the City’s budget, and allowing for the transfer of current staff from the Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) to the new Planning Department. The Department is included in the City of Boston FY25 proposed budget and will be operational as of July 1st, 2024. Moving forward, the Planning...

Under the direction of the Elections Commissioner, the Sr. Director of Administration and Finance will provide strategic, administrative, and financial leadership of the Elections Department, including financial management, annual budget planning processes, contracts management, compliance and reporting, and general administration. This position serves in a core leadership role within the Elections Department to support the building and advancement of inclusive management and internal operations systems.

The Director, Outreach and Policy will be responsible for developing the Veterans’ Services outreach strategies and directly managing outreach activities that promote and enhance Veterans’ engagement and military affairs.  

The Certification Coordinator will work within the Department of Supplier Diversity to ensure that Boston residents have the opportunity for shared success and prosperity through economic growth. Under the supervision of the Deputy Director of City Certification, the Coordinator will work with local businesses to review their applications for business certification and certify businesses, based on ownership, as Women and Minority Owned Businesses (W/MBES), Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSBEs), and Small and Local Businesses (SLBEs) to do...

Who we are: The Economic Opportunity and Inclusion (EOI) Cabinet seeks to create a resilient, equitable, sustainable, and vibrant city by creating opportunities for all communities to build generational wealth. The Department of Supplier Diversity sits in the Economic Opportunity and Inclusion (EOI) Cabinet. It represents an integral part of the Mayor's mission to create a more economically equitable city. The Department of Supplier Diversity certifies businesses and manages programs that work to ensure small and diverse businesses have access and are better positioned...

Under the general supervision of the Policy and Compliance Manager, the Construction Monitor promotes and increases business opportunities for minority and women-owned businesses by monitoring compliance with the City of Boston Executive Order and Ordinance governing M/WBE use on public construction projects.   The Department of Supplier Diversity sits in the Economic Opportunity and Inclusion (EOI) Cabinet. It represents an integral part of the Mayor's mission to create a more economically equitable city. The Department of Supplier Diversity certifies...

The Boston Public Library seeks to hire a Peer Navigator Supervisor to oversee the service delivery of the Peer Navigator program within the Social Work Department. The Peer Navigator program is an initiative to provide peer support to library patrons experiencing hardship related to hunger, housing instability, substance use, and mental health. The BPL defines “Peer Navigators” as people who have lived experience accessing care through social service systems and who apply the knowledge and insights gained from lived experience to connect with library patrons facing similar challenges.

Under the direction of the Cataloging and Processing Manager, provides supervision, cataloging training, and bibliographic database quality control to ensure accurate and efficient discoverability and location of the library’s holdings via the online catalog and other publicly accessible databases. Supervises advanced cataloging functions across all library materials (both physical and electronic), including original cataloging, file loading, and database maintenance work within the Cataloging and Processing department. Provides cataloging training and troubleshooting for all members of the Cataloging and Processing department.  

Under supervision and within the framework of the Library's policies and practices, assume responsibility for the effective execution of the Library’s programs of service to a diverse population characteristic to an urban setting and to perform professional work requiring application of substantial professional knowledge and experience.   Reports to:

Fellowship/Internship with the Department of Innovation and Technology  Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job): Fellowships/Internships with the Department of Innovation and Technology are an opportunity to make an impact on Boston residents. We are looking for Interns and fellows that...

The Boston Public Library is seeking applicants for part-time positions in the Central Branch Borrower Services department. Mature, dependable individuals are invited to apply. Daytime, evening, and weekend hours are available depending upon the needs of the department. Knowledge of one or more foreign languages is desirable.

Reporting to the Tree Maintenance Foreperson or General Tree Maintenance Foreperson, or a designee, the Tree Equipment Operator and Laborer (TEOL) will perform tasks related to the planting, removal, maintenance, and care of trees using hand and power tools, and adhering to all safety policies and procedures. Duties include planting, pruning, and removing trees and branches. He/she will also use climbing gear and equipment to climb trees with chainsaws, hand saws, and tree trimmers to complete jobs. This is labor-intensive work and requires strong communication skills to safely work with all crew members at the various job sites throughout the City of Boston.

This is a provisional appointment.   Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):   Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Electrical Inspectors and the Deputy Commissioner of Building & Structures, the Chief Electrical Inspector will supervise the activities of Wire Inspectors in the Inspectional...

Responsible, together with the Program Manager and Site Administrator, for implementing youth programs at the local level.

Under general supervision, performs work of considerable difficulty in planning, supervising, and coordinating community center programs and activities.