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.

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:   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:   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):   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 (essential functions of the job):   The Boston Public Library is seeking applicants for a part - time position in the Brighton 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.

Brief Job Descriptions (essential functions of the job):   The City of Boston seeks to hire a Manager to coordinate the newly-formed Mayor’s Commemoration Commission. The Manager will have the primary responsibility of coordinating the work of the Commission of mayoral appointees charged with advising the Mayor and City departments on making Boston’s celebrations of significant upcoming historic anniversaries, as well as Boston’s preservation policies and tools, robust and inclusive of all history, including the history of Indigenous, Black, immigrant, LGBTQ+, women, and other historically marginalized communities.” The Manager will report directly to the Director of the Office of Historic Preservation.  

This is a full-time, benefited grant-funded position expected to expire on December 31, 2026.   The mission of the Mayor’s Office of Housing (MOH) is to make Boston the most livable city in the nation by working with communities to build strong neighborhoods through the strategic investment of public resources.  MOH oversees programs that create and preserve affordable housing, support homeowners and renters, provide housing and services to homeless individuals and families, and dispose of city-owned property.  MOH has an annual budget of approximately $125 million from various City, State, and Federal sources.   Brief Job Description:   Under the direct supervision of the Controller or designee within the Administration and Finance Division, the Senior Account Specialist will perform functions relating to revenue collection and maintenance of the Department’s accounting records.  

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):   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 acts as the project manager on a number of system-wide projects. Day to day duties involve coordination of complex projects involving multiple areas of library operations and services, responsibility for guiding major capital projects and operating initiatives. Key skills include: facility renovation, design and construction management, project management, communication and an appreciation of public libraries.   Reports to Major Projects Program Manager or delegate

This is a provisional appointment. Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job): 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 Neighborhood Traffic Safety Unit.

Brief Job Description:   The Technical Assistant reports to and assists the Technical Director with productions on the main stage. The assistant works with the Technical Director to execute lighting looks for each event as the light board operator. Gives technical support set up to production presented in the small spaces of the theater. Steps in as the supervisor in the absence of the Technical Director, working to make sure there is appropriate coverage for events. This position works as the liaison between the Technical Director and event producers and must be able to step in and take the lead when directed by the General Manager to assure smooth working relationships.

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

This is a provisional appointment.   Under general supervision, the Emergency Communications Specialist – Police Dispatcher will be assigned to the Operations Division of the Boston Police Department.   Position Summary:   The Operations Division of the Boston Police Department serves as the critical link between the public and emergency responders in the City of Boston. The Division is the City's primary Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP), handles all initial 911 calls and requests for assistance from the general public, and is responsible for all dispatch-related services for the Boston Police Department.  

This is a provisional appointment.   Under general supervision, the Emergency Communications Specialist – Support Analyst is assigned to the Support Unit of the Operations Division.   Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):   The Support Analyst is responsible for performing several mission-critical, 24-hour-a-day functions of the Boston Police Department. Analysts may be assigned to the following areas in the Unit daily: tow section, missing person section, warrants section, stolen car section, Channel 8 – Nova Base section, and the verification/validation function.  

This is a provisional appointment.   Under general supervision, the Emergency Communications Specialist – 911 Call-Taker will be assigned to the Operations Division.   Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):   The Operations Division of the Boston Police Department serves as the critical link between the public and emergency responders in the City of Boston. The Division is the City's primary Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) and handles all initial 911 calls and requests for assistance from the general public.