Temporary Department Assistant, Part Time
burlington massachusettsBurlington, MA
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Temporary Department Assistant, Part Time
burlington massachusettsBurlington, MA
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Temporary Department Assistant, Part Time Burlington, MA
Reporting to the Town Clerk, this temporary part time position performs clerical support within the Town Clerk’s office.
Examples of work includebut are not limited to:
Provide customer service to residents and visitors for a variety of Clerk’s office transactions
Maintain and update databases relating to vital records, licenses, permits, census, elections, fines, minutes, and other municipal records; prepare and distribute reports
Assist with administration of elections and census activities
Assist with maintenance of minutes and official filings
Support the clerk and office staff with general administrative and operational tasks
Provide coverage during elections, staff absences, and special projects as needed
Minimum qualifications include:
High school diploma with experience in office work
Experience working with the public
Strong computer skills, including database and record management (Microsoft Office and Gmail preferred)
Working knowledge of state statutes and regulations, or ability to obtain such knowledge
Excellent communication, organizational and customer service skills
Notary Public preferred, and be willing to become a Commissioner to Qualify Public Officers
This is a temporary part time position, up to 19 hours per week through end of December 2026 with possibility of continuation based on available funding and needs of the department.
Hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 11am – 4pm, Wednesday 1pm – 5pm
Pay rate is $25.09/per hour
Applications received by October 12, 2026, will receive first consideration. Position will remain open until filled.
The Town of Burlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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$66,774 - $73,068 per year
Experience level
Entry
Location
Burlington, MA
Occupation
Office Clerks, General
Industry
Executive and Legislative Offices, Combined
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