Under the direct supervision of the Chair of the Board of Election Commissioners, the Administrative Secretary will be responsible for performing various administrative duties and office support functions to assist in the day-to-day office management in the Election Department.

The Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) works to strengthen the ability of immigrants and Boston’s diverse cultural and linguistic communities to fully participate in the economic, civic, social, and cultural life of Boston. Under the direction of the Chief of Staff and in collaboration with the Mayor’s Press Office, the Strategic Communications Manager is responsible for: (1) preparing proactive messaging and educational materials for our city’s immigrant communities in the face of changing policies at the local and federal level, (2) designing communications campaigns that tell the real story of immigrants in Boston, (3) positioning the Mayor and MOIA as thought leaders on immigrant and immigration issues in the media, (4) effectively communicating the Mayor’s immigrant impact agenda, her administration’s accomplishments, and any other MOIA initiatives to our city’s diverse residents, and (5) designing outreach and community engagement strategies for MOIA programs and initiatives.

Under the direction of the Teen Technology Coordinator, provides technology-based programming and instruction for teens in Teen Central at the Central Library in Copley Square.  Supports the Teen Team programming efforts, including implementation, outreach, and curriculum development with a focus on innovation, and learning.   Reports to: Teen Technology Coordinator   Supervises: Staff as assigned

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

The Environment Department Communications Manager leads the digital, print, and outreach communications to enhance environmental justice and quality of life in Boston by protecting air, water, climate, and land resources. The Communications Manager helps to craft a narrative and communications strategy to help the City of Boston achieve carbon neutrality while working to mitigate and prepare for the effects of climate change, including flooding, sea level rise, and extreme weather.   The Manager reports to the Director of Communications for the Mayor’s Cabinet of Environment, Energy, and Open Space and to the Commissioner of the Environment Department. The Manager will work closely with the Carbon Neutrality, Climate Resilience, Environmental Quality, and Energy teams to effectively communicate department policies and initiatives, and develop engagement activities. The Communications Manager will also collaborate with other City departments on relevant programs and interact with all segments of the Boston community.   In collaboration with the Director of Communications for the Cabinet, the manager will evaluate the efficacy of programs and will recommend and implement changes that increase participation in and compliance with departmental goals, policies, and programs.

Under the supervision of the Director of Operations & Licensing and in partnership with the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion, Public Improvement Commission, Office of Economic Development, Boston Transportation Department, Public Works, and the Inspectional Services Department, the Outdoor Dining & Licensing Specialist is responsible for serving as the primary contact in the Licensing Board for the license extension requests, reviews, and updates related to outdoor dining and other Licensing Board licenses.  

  Position Overview Library Assistant whose duties include the following:  Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Circulation and Shelving, or delegate, assumes responsibility for the routine operations of the Library's central circulation  and shelving activities.   Reports to Supervisor Circulation and Shelving

Under the direction of the Site Administrator, the Maintenance Worker/ Custodian will be responsible for the cleaning, securing and preventive maintenance of assigned facility(ies). 

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the Security Operations Dispatcher (Municipal Protective Services Operations) is an essential emergency operations position responsible for receiving emergency and non-emergency calls and signals for service over the telephone, computer, and radio. The Security Operations Dispatcher uses established protocols to process alarms and dispatch appropriate public safety resources. MPS Operations interacts daily with other operations and public safety dispatch centers in answering and transferring calls and incident information and maintaining communications with field personnel.   Municipal Protective Services (MPS) Operations is a 24/7, 365-day operation supporting over 600 City of Boston properties and facilities - maintaining radio communications and operations for MPS Security Officers and Supervisors and monitoring intrusion and fire alarms across all City of Boston, Boston Public Schools, and Boston Public Library locations.   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.

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

This is a Labor Service Position.   Brief Job Description (essential functions of the position): Operates standard tow trucks with a rated capacity of one ton or over and other departmental motor vehicles not requiring a special license. 

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 https://www.csexam.hrd.state.ma.us/eligiblelist/LSApplications.aspx?ListId=77&ListTypeId=4&LS_Town=Boston. 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.   Brief Job Description:   Under the direction of the Chief Power Plant Engineer, the Maintenance Mechanic (Building Systems) will perform a variety of 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, and provide front-line troubleshooting of issues as they arise.

  The Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) is leading the digital transformation of government in the City of Boston. Partnering with every City department, we implement technology solutions to modernize business processes, create world-class digital experiences for our constituents, and develop tools and practices to create a data-driven approach to City operations.   The Director of Procurement and Finance will oversee all matters related to budget, procurement, and finance for the Department of Innovation and Technology. The Director of Procurement and Finance will report to the Chief of Operations, and will play a key role in the development of departmental hiring strategy and priorities.

This is a temporary, grant-funded position, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expected to last through December 31, 2026, or when funds are depleted. The position may be extended based on operational needs if alternative funding is identified.   The Boston Transportation Department is seeking a Transportation Program Planner III to support the implementation of multimodal transportation projects with a focus on improving safety and increasing walking, cycling, and transit use.  This position will have a particular focus on improving walking and biking conditions in neighborhood small business districts.   Reporting to the Director of Policy and Planning or designee, the Transportation Planner is part of the Neighborhood Planning Team consisting of planners whose responsibilities include developing transportation policies, reviewing private development projects, and planning multimodal transportation improvements in collaboration with the local community.

OPAT was established in 2020 to provide a single point of entry for individuals with concerns or complaints related to the Boston Police Department and its officers and sworn personnel to be heard and responded to. OPAT consists of three boards composed of community members appointed by the Mayor to achieve its goals. Under the general direction of the Executive Director and Chief of Staff, the Executive Assistant provides administrative support organizing, scheduling, coordinating, researching, and compiling information for the department. The position requires a high level of professionalism, diplomacy, patience, and confidentiality, as well as the ability to handle multiple tasks at once with flexibility and agility. The Executive Assistant will also serve as the point of contact for the three (3) boards at OPAT. The position requires a high level of professionalism, diplomacy, patience, and confidentiality. The successful candidate needs to consistently communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing, and needs to be able to effectively collaborate with colleagues across all areas of the City.

The Assistant Director of Research Collections provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Boston Public Library’s extensive research collections, which total nearly 16 million items. This position oversees teams and services responsible for collection management, storage, materials movement, patron delivery, and access services for the research collections.   Primary responsibilities include developing and implementing successful strategies to facilitate public use of the library’s research collections in a way that is sustainable and responsive to the communities that BPL serves. In close collaboration with stakeholders, the Assistant Director will lead efforts to develop effective procedures and workflows, streamline internal processes, improve public service and delivery of collections, and lower barriers to physical and digital access. Core functions include performing analyses of existing research collections to understand scope, strengths, and user needs; setting priorities and developing action plans; and creating long-range collection management and retention strategies that are mission driven and forward thinking.   The Assistant Director is responsible for decisions and planning efforts that support the preservation and long-term stewardship of these significant materials. This includes oversight of research collection storage areas at the Central Library in Copley Square as well as the library’s offsite storage facility. This role has primary responsibility for evaluating current and future physical storage needs and leading strategic efforts to advocate for research collections’ maintenance and access needs as part of capital and other related projects.   About the BPL’s research collections: Collected since the library’s founding in 1848, the research collections represent the BPL’s ongoing commitment to providing free and open access to specialized materials primarily held by private or academic libraries. As a founding member of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Boston Public Library is one of only two public libraries to hold this distinction. The research collections span five centuries and include monographs, serials, periodicals, pamphlets, journals, illustrated portfolios, newspapers, maps, government documents, audiovisual materials, and microfilm, among other formats. These collections represent materials deemed to be of enduring value to researchers and the general public; content and subject matter closely align with holdings in the BPL’s Special Collections.   Reports to Director of Research & Special Collections   Supervises Staff as assigned

Position Overview Under supervision, and within the framework of Library policies and practices, to participate in services to a diverse population characteristic to an urban setting and to perform professional work requiring application of professional knowledge of literature, bibliographic sources and services.   Reports To: Branch Librarian or ranking staff member.   Supervises: As assigned, professional and non-professional staff members.

Under supervision and within the framework of Library policies and practices, to assume responsibility for the effective execution of the Library’s program of service to the general public with emphasis on young adults and to perform professional work requiring application of substantial professional knowledge and experience.   Reports to: Ranking staff member.   Supervises: As assigned, professional and non-professional staff members.

The Assistant Director of Health Benefits & Insurance plays a crucial supporting role within the Health Benefits & Insurance department of the City of Boston. This position assists the Director in the oversight and management of administering the health, life, and, ancillary benefits for approximately 50,000 City of Boston employees and retirees. In addition to taking a lead role in the development and implementation of wellness initiatives, the Assistant Director will contribute to the strategic planning, administration, and communication of benefits, ensuring they align with the city's objectives and meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

The City of Boston is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as Executive Director of the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency (OPAT) to advance police oversight and reform in the City of Boston. The Executive Director will lead a staff of 15 as the head of the department and cabinet. OPAT was established in 2020 to provide a single point of entry for individuals with concerns or complaints related to the Boston Police Department (BPD) and its officers and sworn personnel to be heard and responded to.  The OPAT Executive Director will oversee all operations of the department; including management of staff, development of policy, and all necessary relationship building to advance the goals of OPAT. Upon appointment, the Executive Director will also serve as a member of the OPAT Commission, one of OPAT’s three boards. The Executive Director should be a member of the Massachusetts bar, but shall not practice law while serving in this role. The Executive Director should have robust managerial experience and must reside in the City of Boston while serving in this role.