Administrative Assistant I Burlington, MA Apply Now

Reporting to the Director of Parks and Recreation, the Administrative Assistant I performs skilled administrative work in supporting the activities for the Parks and Recreation Department.

Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

Assists residents (in person, electronically and by telephone) with program registrations, online accounts, transfers, cancellations, passes, fishing permits, and movie tickets as necessary

Updates participants regarding changes in recreation programming

Reconciles the end of day report; cash journal, general ledger report and activity fees

Assists instructors with roster and attendance sheets

Orders supplies, receives and delivers departmental mail

Prepares agenda, meeting packages and assists with special events

Performs other duties as required

Minimum qualifications include

High school diploma with 3 years' related experience.

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

Ability to organize time and work independently

Ability to maintain accurate records

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

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

Must maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Must be able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 10lbs

This is a full-time, 35 hours per week, union position within the Burlington Municipal Employees Association bargaining unit.

Salary is within Grade 6, of the BMEA contract, offering annual step increases via step system. Pay starts at $29.53/hour, with 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 April 3, 2026 will receive first consideration. Position will remain open until filled.

Please note: The selected candidate shall be required to submit to a full background check as required by MA General Law and DOT regulations. Any conditional offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory background check results.

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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