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Office Assistant
Burlington, MA · AdministrativeReporting to the DPW Director, the Office Assistant performs administrative and clerical work within the Department of Public Works Administrative office.
Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
Benefits include
Health and Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off - vacation, sick, personal, holiday
Pension Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Applications received by February 6, 2026 will receive first consideration. Position will remain open until filled.
Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
- Provides a variety of clerical and administrative duties in support of the office, requiring knowledge of departmental functions and ability to exercise independent judgement
- Works directly with the general public and other municipal personnel
- Greets visitors, answer telephone calls, explains procedures, and assists in filling out forms and applications
- Directs inquiries to appropriate individuals, departments or vendors and assists the public with completing forms and applications
- Generates and distributes correspondence, maintain files and records, sorts and processes mail, duplicate materials, and order supplies
- Updates and maintains databases. Prepare forms, spreadsheets and other documents. Distribute material as required
- Assists with preparation of agendas, informational packets and departmental materials
- Collects, records and reconciles fees for departmental functions and services. Makes deposits and prepares related reports.
Minimum qualifications include:
Pay starts at $27.69/hr. This is a part time position, 30 hours per week, and includes comprehensive & generous benefits.
- High School diploma with 1-2 years of related experience
- Proficiency with computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email and internet. Ability to learn specialized departmental software applications
- Ability to provide courteous public service, maintain confidentiality, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively
- Skills in customer service, public relations, interpersonal communications, record keeping and operating office and data processing equipment and software applications
This is a union position within the Burlington Municipal Employees Association bargaining unit. Salary is within Grade 5, of the BMEA contract.
Pay starts at $27.69/hr. This is a part time position, 30 hours per week, and includes comprehensive & generous benefits.
Benefits include
Health and Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off - vacation, sick, personal, holiday
Pension Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Applications received by February 6, 2026 will receive first consideration. Position will remain open until filled.
Methods to apply for this position:
Click on the Apply Now button (preferred)
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Send letter of interest, resume, and application to:
Cheralyn Rosati
Human Resources Coordinator
Town of Burlington
29 Center Street
Burlington, MA 01803
The Town of Burlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer