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Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Senior Personnel Officer performs a variety of duties, including but not limited to general administrative personnel and payroll functions for the Human Resources Division.
The Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff (COS) & Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS) will support the Mayor's Office by managing administrative responsibilities related to the Chief of Staff and the Deputy Chief of Staff. This includes, but is not limited to, coordinating and facilitating the scheduling of all meetings, managing the overall organization of materials for the COS and the DCOS, Mayor’s Office event planning and execution, and assisting on special projects as needed. The position frequently acts as liaison to administration officials, high level internal and external stakeholders, and Boston residents. This is a high end support role and will function as a critical member within the Executive Team in the Mayor’s Office.
Under the direction of the COS and DCOS in the Mayor's Office, the Executive Assistant provides scheduling and administrative support to the COS and the DCOS, builds strong intradepartmental partnerships on their behalf, and ensures they have all that is needed to drive the Mayor’s priorities. This position will also provide backup support in the absence of the Director of Operations.
This is a provisional appointment.
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Under the supervision of an employee of a higher grade, the Public Works Hokey performs entry level work with a focus on cleaning sidewalks and gutters.
Under general supervision participates in the planning and development or administrative procedures by assisting and/or conducting studies of current procedures to determine the feasibility of improvements, implementing costs reductions and/or improving the efficiency of operations. Manages the procedures for executing the Auditing Department's statutory responsibilities for payments, records and audit for the City. Supervises clerical and/or administrative staff. Performs other related duties as required.
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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.
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.
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.
Responsible, together with the Program Manager and Site Administrator for implementing youth programs at the local level.
Design, monitor, and supervise athletic/recreational programs.
This is a provisional appointment.
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The Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) is leading the digital transformation of government in the City of Boston. Partnering with almost every City department, we implement technology solutions to modernize business processes, create world-class experiences for our constituents, and develop tools and practices to create a data-driven approach to City operations. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff, the City of Boston's Department of Innovation and Technology is seeking an experienced Special Projects Manager to work on key transformational, operational, and strategic projects primarily for DoIT and collaborate very closely with other departments.
The Public Works Department Chief Engineer for Construction Management holds an important leadership position overseeing multiple teams tasked with maintaining and improving the streets and sidewalks of the City of Boston. In addition to providing responsive, strategic maintenance and improvement to these assets, the capital improvement projects implemented by this team execute the goals of the GoBoston 2030 Transportation Plan. This includes safety improvements for all road users, pedestrian access, bikeways, transit priority, and other improvement projects. The Construction division is also responsible for the installation of over a thousand Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant curb ramps every year, and associated documentation, in compliance with a legal settlement agreement. The Chief Engineer should be a seasoned veteran in construction management, able to plan and execute a complex series of projects and contracts, as well as an excellent communicator capable of leading and building a diverse workforce. The Chief Engineer for Construction Management reports to the Deputy Chief of Streets for Infrastructure and Design and will work alongside the leaders of the Engineering and Multimodal Planning teams.
This is a provisional appointment.
Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job): Ensures the safe transportation of pedestrian and vehicular traffic within the City of Boston.
Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Streets for Transportation who serves as the Boston Transportation Department Commissioner the Director of Operations is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Boston Transportation Department's (BTD) field, operating and enforcement divisions which include Parking and Enforcement, Tow & Hold, Fleet, Traffic Signs and Signals and Parking Meters.
The Director of Operations will work with the Commissioner and leadership within BTD, Public Works and the Streets Cabinet to implement a shared mission of operating a safe, equitable, multi-modal transportation system designed to reduce over-reliance on single-occupancy vehicles and implement policies and procedures that reflect the City's values of inclusively, accessibility, and sustainability.
The Director of Operations will become a subject matter expert on issues such as parking and enforcement technology, data analysis tools and related assets and equipment. The Director of Operations will be tasked with implementing new processes and systems designed to modernize manual and semi-automated processes within BTD through automation, and ensure field, operating and enforcement divisions are providing an efficient, high level of customer service for the residents of and visitors to the City of Boston.
This is a Labor Service position. Cemetery Division
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Under general supervision, operates and has responsibility for special motor equipment, including Backhoe/Front Loader. Performs related work as required.
The Age Friendly Coordinator will work closely with the Director in the implementation of the Age-Friendly Boston initiative. Responsibilities include outlining policy and program initiatives, managing new partnerships with key stakeholders internally and externally, developing and coordinating outreach plans, overseeing specific projects, managing program participants and collaborators, volunteer recruitment, preparing outreach materials and conducting presentations.
Reporting to the Director of Community Engagement, the Community Engagement Manager leads the development and implementation of community engagement initiatives for the Environment Department. The Community Engagement Manager will help to advise engagement approaches across the department’s work, lead key engagements, and maintain relationships across our communities.
The Community Engagement Manager works closely with teams leading our carbon neutrality, energy, climate resilience, and environmental quality initiatives, as well as the Department’s Communications team. The Community Engagement Manager’s work will be grounded in an equity-driven approach that engages Boston residents, particularly those in Environmental Justice communities, and stakeholders in the work to achieve Boston’s climate goals.
The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial and collaborative, and will play an integral role in ensuring that all Bostonians have the tools they need to make Boston a greener, healthier, more equitable city for everyone.
This is a provisional appointment.
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Under general supervision, with latitude provided for independent problem solving, performs professional traffic engineering work of moderate difficulty and importance relating to traffic engineering in the Traffic Management Center.
Library Assistant whose duties include the following: Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Circulation, or delegate, performs duties relative to the routine operations of the Library’s circulation activities.
Reports to:
Borrower Services Supervisor
This is a Labor Service Position.
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Under general supervision, performs installation, maintenance, repair and related work on street lighting units, flood lighting units, underpass and overpass lighting, bridge and general area lighting; repairs and maintains gas lamps.
This is a provisional appointment.
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Under general supervision, with latitude provided for independent problem solving, performs professional traffic engineering work of moderate difficulty and importance relating to traffic engineering in the Traffic Management Center.
The Boston Public Library is seeking applicants for a part - time position in the Roxbury Branch. 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.