Brief Job Description:   The Boston Public Works Department is seeking a  fellow with a passion for urban problem solving and interest in large-scale municipal operations in the context of waste reduction operations. The Waste Reduction Operations fellow would be responsible for researching national best practice models on trash and recycling contracts for both collection and disposal while also getting an understanding of the local marketplace. This person would be able to analyze, compare and present innovative ideas, and engage with staff to assess feasibility and pathways to implementation. This person will gain a practical opportunity to shape the waste reduction practices of a major city, develop and apply public administration skills across an array of disciplines, and build domain expertise through hands-on work with a forward-thinking municipal partner

This is a provisional appointment. Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job): Under general supervision, independently perform complex and varied professional accounting, auditing, and financial analysis work related to accounts, financial activities, and business processes throughout the City. Work requires the application of accounting theories, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and standards (Government Accounting Standards Board, GASB), and use of the City’s automated financial systems to research, analyze, and report on accounts and financial activities citywide and for all City agencies.

INDIVIDUALS WISHING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION MUST COMPLETE THE CIVIL SERVICE LABOR SERVICE REGISTRATION PROCESS FOR THE POSITION AT IN ADDITION TO COMPLETING THE CITY OF BOSTON CAREER CENTER APPLICATION.   The mission of the City of Boston 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 measures.   Under the direction of the Director of the Alteration and Repair program, the Maintenance Mechanic (Plumber) will perform a wide variety of plumbing and maintenance work to support the efficient and effective functioning of Property Management’s buildings.

This is a provisional appointment. Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job): Under general supervision, performs auditing and accounting support work processing financial transactions and bookkeeping tasks within established rules and processes for procurement, payments, record keeping and audits. Supervises the work of the Head Clerks.

Brief Job Description:   Under the direction of the Executive Director of Black Male Advancement, the Black Men’s Initiative (BMI) Program Manager will focus on designing, evaluating, and overseeing implementation of the BMI. Inspired by My Brother’s Keeper, which serves boys and emerging adults, the BMI serves Black men by working to dismantle societal, economic, and educational barriers. This role lives in the Equity and Inclusion Cabinet. Please read below to understand our larger vision. Equity & Inclusion Cabinet Mission The mission of the Equity and Inclusion Cabinet is to ensure that every resident has fair access to City resources and opportunities. We achieve this by embedding equity and inclusion into our current City practices, building our collective capacity on issues of racial and social justice, and fostering a more welcoming and accessible city. The departments in the Equity and Inclusion Cabinet take an anti-poverty approach to their work, focusing on the following areas: - Improving outcomes for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, people of color) communities, in particular immigrants, women, and LGBTQ+ residents. - Increasing access for people with disabilities and those who speak a language other than English. - Eliminating barriers to fair housing and human rights. This is not your typical 9-5 pm role. We are looking for folks that share our core values of people-first leadership, intentional strategy, and justice.

Brief Job Description:   Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Resource Development Manager will oversee and coordinate resource development and planning for the Office of Black Male Advancement (BMA), along with assisting with research, marketing, and community partnerships. This role lives in the Equity and Inclusion Cabinet. Please read below to understand our larger vision. Equity & Inclusion Cabinet Mission The mission of the Equity and Inclusion Cabinet is to ensure that every resident has fair access to City resources and opportunities. We achieve this by embedding equity and inclusion into our current City practices, building our collective capacity on issues of racial and social justice, and fostering a more welcoming and accessible city. The departments in the Equity and Inclusion Cabinet take an anti-poverty approach to their work, focusing on the following areas: - Improving outcomes for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, people of color) communities, in particular immigrants, women, and LGBTQ+ residents. - Increasing access for people with disabilities and those who speak a language other than English. - Eliminating barriers to fair housing and human rights. This is not your typical 9-5 pm role. We are looking for folks that share our core values of people-first leadership, intentional strategy, and justice.

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):     The Boston Police Cadet Program is an on-the-job training program for Boston's youth seeking a career in law enforcement.  The Program is a minimum of a two-year commitment.  Cadets rotate throughout the Department in various assignments and shifts, including Headquarters, District Stations, and other specialized units throughout the Department.

Position Overview Performs any or all phases of work in support of central library and neighborhood outreach services and provides administrative guidance to the library’s program to provide Homework Assistance and out of school time activities.   Reports to Assistant Manager of Youth Services   Supervises As assigned, support staff

Brief job description (essential functions of the job):   Class Specifications:   Includes library assistants working in the branch libraries whose duties involve the following:  greeting and directing patrons, registration of borrowers, charging and discharging of books and other materials, maintaining the book and other materials collections, maintaining/troubleshooting equipment, typing/word processing and filing.

This is a provisional appointment.    Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):   Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor of Finance, assists in the general administration of the Inspectional Services Department Budget Unit.

Brief Job Description:   As part of the Mayor's vision for a Green New Deal for Boston, the City of Boston is seeking a Director of Climate Resilience and Adaptation. The Director will lead development and implementation of strategic initiatives and programs to prepare for the impacts of climate change and build a resilient future, including preparing Boston for rising sea levels, increased precipitation, and more frequent and intense heat waves associated with climate change. The Director is a leader in resiliency policy and programs for the City and in the engagement of other municipal offices as well as stakeholders in all segments of the Boston community in the development and implementation of those initiatives. The Director of Climate Resilience reports to the Commissioner of the Environment Department, and interacts with all segments of Boston’s municipal government and of the Boston community. As part of the management team of the Environment Department, they will work closely with other members of the management team and have important administrative responsibilities.  

This is a provisional appointment.   Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):   Under the direct supervision of the Regional Operations Manager, directs and administers a Community Center program which addresses community needs through a variety of services.

This is a provisional appointment. Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job): Under general supervision, interprets policies, rules and regulations.

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):   Supports the policy and research efforts of the Office of Human Services (HS) by gaining an understanding of the spectrum of human services policy issues. Provides leadership and direction for Human Services policy campaigns, forums and staff endeavors. Supports the growth and development of the policy efforts of the six (6) Human Services Departments and their respective divisions.   Duties are performed under the general direction of the Cabinet Chief, reporting directly to the Deputy Chief. 

This is a provisional appointment.   Brief Job Description:   The Public Facilities Department (PFD) provides professional project management services for design and construction projects at City-owned buildings throughout Boston. We work in conjunction with, and on behalf of user agencies, by managing renovation or new construction projects at buildings where City services are delivered. PFD manages a range of projects valued between $1M - $125M and typically handles an overall caseload between 80-100 projects valued at more than $500M annually. 

In addition to applying via the City of Boston Career Center, individuals wishing to be considered for this position must also complete the civil service labor service registration process for the position at http://www.mass.gov/hrd/macs     Brief Job Description:   Under the direction of the Chief Power Plant Engineer, the Senior Maintenance Mechanic (Building Systems) will perform a variety of complex and technical work to maintain building systems for all City-owned buildings and locations under the care and custody of the Property Management Department, including heating and cooling, be responsible for an entire shift or a specific building on that shift, and provide front-line troubleshooting of issues as they arise.   The mission of the City of Boston 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 measures.    

This is a provisional appointment.   Brief Job Description:(essential functions of the job):   Reporting to the unit manager or assigned supervisor of higher grade, collects property data relating to commercial and residential real estate and personal property valuation, enters and manages data in a CAMA (computer assisted mass appraisal) system and related systems.

This is a provisional appointment.   Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):   Under the supervision of an employee of a higher grade in the Fire Prevention Division, interprets policies, rules and regulations and is responsible for the electronic scheduling and assignment of certificates, licenses, registrations, smoke and carbon monoxide detector inspections, permits (building, construction, etc.), and monitoring and tracking the completion of inspections. Receives requests for inspections and schedules inspections electronically using permitting Hansen software. Performs data entry during the scheduling process; electronically prepares the certificate to be issued to the customer and assigns the appropriate fee for the inspection. Strong customer service skills are required to increase daily inspection capacity with technical skills and attention to detail to process the transactions more efficiently and accurately.

This is a provisional appointment. Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):   The Engineering Division is responsible for the attainment of a State of Good Repair (SOGR) and multi-modal functionality of an asset portfolio in excess of $6.2 Billion, including forty (40) bridges and eight hundred (800) miles of roadway.   Under direction of the Principal Civil Engineer, the Senior Civil Engineer is responsible for performing engineering duties that support the Public Works Department’s mission of maintaining, enhancing, and evolving the public rights of way in the city of Boston. Undertakes assigned design engineering work required for or related to the preparation and completion of all preliminary and final engineering designs, plans, detail designs, calculations, estimates, and public bids for the construction, or reconstruction of streets and related installations in the city of Boston. 

Brief Job Description:   In response to the findings from the 2022 Urban Forest Plan, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department (BPRD) has established a new Forestry Division with the goal of better maintaining and increasing tree canopy in the City of Boston. Under the supervision of the Director of Urban Forestry and the Tree Warden, the Logistics Manager (GIS) will perform GIS-based asset and maintenance tracking, as well as work planning and coordination for Arborists and work crews. This role requires training and experience with GIS, preparing preventative and deferred maintenance schedules, coordinating emergency response efforts during and after storm events and communicating with contractors. Assembly of written, oral and graphic communications will also be required.