Administrative Assistant I, Part Time Burlington, MA Apply Now

The Board of Health oversees all public health initiatives, providing guidance and excellent customer service. Burlington is currently home to 9,100 residences and a robust and diverse collection of commercial enterprises within the retail, life science, technology, and medical sectors. Burlington has achieved a Platinum BioReady rating from MassBio, underscoring its support of assisting biotech companies relocate to our community. This 30-hour position will perform clerical and administrative support work for the Board of Health under the Director of Public Health.

Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

Receive and respond to telephone and in-person inquiries on varied issues.

Process applications for permits and other registrations as required by local and state regulations.

Create and maintain accurate departmental records and filing systems; using Microsoft Excel, Digital Health Department, and the MA Immunization Information System (MIIS).

Assist with varied public health programs.

Prepare and maintain forms, reports, correspondence and related information for department.

Assist with departmental payroll, personnel adjustments, and departmental attendance records.

Perform clerical duties including processing departmental mail, filing, and photocopying documents.

Process invoices and payments.

Perform other related duties.

Minimum qualifications include

High school diploma with 2-3 years' related experience. Associate's degree preferred.

Clerical and financial skills.

Ability to maintain accurate records.

Must be able to function effectively and efficiently in a multi-disciplined and dynamic work environment.

Must maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Proficiency in standard office computer applications including spreadsheet and database programs.

Ability to deal effectively with the general public, other departments and business representatives.

This is a union position within the Burlington Municipal Employees Association bargaining unit. Salary is within Grade 6, of the BMEA contract.

Pay range starts at $29.53/hr with the opportunity to advance to a max rate of $42.20/hr. via annual step increases.

This is a part time position, 30 hours per week, and includes comprehensive & generous benefits. Hours are as follows:

Monday-Thursday: 9am - 4pm, Friday: 9am - 1pm

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 August 29, 2025 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 (https://www.burlington.org/DocumentCenter/View/732/Town-of-Burlington-Application-PDF) to:

Cheralyn Rosati

Human Resources Coordinator

Town of Burlington

29 Center Street

Burlington, MA 01803

The Town of Burlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Town of Burlington, MA

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