Temporary Department Assistant, Part Time

Part-time

Town of Burlington, MA

Burlington, MAPart-time / Temporary$25.09/hrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$25.09/hr

Location

Burlington, MA

Schedule

Part-time / Temporary

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

The Town of Burlington seeks a temporary part‑time Department Assistant to provide clerical support, customer service, and administrative assistance within the Town Clerk’s office, including database maintenance, election assistance, and general office tasks.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServiceDatabase ManagementMicrosoft OfficeGmailComputer SkillsCommunicationOrganizational Skills

Qualifications

High School DiplomaPublic Customer Service ExperienceNotary PublicKnowledge of State Statutes and Regulations

Full job description

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 include , but 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.

Methods to apply for this position:

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Send letter of interest, resume, and application (https://www.burlington.org/DocumentCenter/View/732/Town-of-Burlington-Application-PDF) to:

Human Resources Office

Town of Burlington

29 Center Street

Burlington, MA 01803

The Town of Burlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer