The Office of Police Accountability and Transparency (OPAT) was established in 2020 as an independent body to provide a single point of entry for individuals with concerns or complaints related to the Boston Police Department (the “BPD”) sworn and civilian personnel to be heard and responded to. OPAT consists of an administrative staff and three boards comprised of community members appointed by the Mayor of Boston to achieve its goals. In addition, OPAT reviews and makes recommendations on BPD rules and policies and generates public reports on OPAT’s work and BPD activity.  

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.

Responsible for ensuring that all bills are paid in an efficient and timely manner. Reviews the work of employees in lower grades in the unit.

This is a provisional appointment.   Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):   Under the general direction of the Director of Animal Control, removes any dog or other animal that is injured, maimed, or diseased.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Recreation Equipment and Events Specialist to manage the receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies, equipment, and materials for the Recreation unit. This role is essential for ensuring that all resources are efficiently handled and are available for various Parks Department events.

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

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.

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Advisor for Strategy and Change Management, and in extensive collaboration across the department, the Operations Manager will be part of a team responsible for leading, implementing, and coordinating strategic changes within the organization. Provide support in all efforts to foster a collaborative team culture and enhance current systems, practices, and procedures for the organization. Provide assistance to the Chief of Planning, Deputy Chief, and to the organization as a whole.

The team of Community Engagement Managers leads how the agency expands who we engage through building relationships and identifying opportunities to lift up the voices of underserved and historically marginalized populations. Our target populations for this position to focus on are housing advocates and business owners and their employees. This person will report to the Deputy Director of Community Engagement.

Under the supervision of the Site Administrator and/or designee, the Building Assistant will be responsible for the following:

Under the direction of the Executive Director or other designee, the Communications Manager is responsible for preparing proactive messaging and educational materials for OPAT; designing communication campaigns that tell the real story of OPAT; positioning OPAT and the Executive Director as thought leaders on police reform issues in the media; and effectively communicating OPAT's agenda, accomplishments, and all other OPAT initiatives to the City of Boston's residents. The Communications Manager will also work directly in collaboration with the Mayor's Communications and Press teams. This is not your typical 9-5 pm role. We are looking for folks who share our core values of people-first...

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

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. 

The Staff Assistant for the Boston Centers for Youth and Families (BCYF) directs patrons, answers telephones, and provides scheduling, programs, and community resources information to the general public.

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

Under the direction of the Chief of Staff, the Director of Human Resources and Payroll manages human resources operations of the Environment, Energy, and Open Space (EEOS) Cabinet to ensure compliance with approved City policies.

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

The Neighborhood Liaison reports to a Deputy Director in the Office of Neighborhood Services and is the principal representative of the Mayor in their assigned neighborhood. The Neighborhood Liaison’s primary responsibilities are: (1) performing excellent constituent services, (2) building strong relationships with key neighborhood leaders, (3) detecting and elevating key areas of growing concerns in their assigned neighborhood, (4) conducting community engagement on key Mayoral initiatives, and (5) supporting constituents during periodic emergency responses (i.e. fires, water breaks, etc.). 

Incumbents are responsible for providing advocacy services to older adults, which may include providing information and referral, processing benefit applications, conducting home visits, preparing reports, selling taxi coupons, monitoring follow-ups, and performing related duties.