Recreation Services Coordinator​/Administrative Assistant – Human Services

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The Town of Boxborough is seeking a creative, organized, and community-minded professional for a full-time, dual-role position serving both the Recreation Services and Human Services Departments.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, developing community programs, coordinating services, and making a direct impact on residents’ quality of life. The successful candidate will divide their responsibilities between Recreation and Human Services
, supporting programs, communications, residents, and community initiatives across all applicable areas.

Recreation Services

• Develop, coordinate, promote, and evaluate recreation programs and events for residents of all ages.
• Assist with program scheduling, communications, marketing, and implementation of new programs.
• Work with residents, instructors, volunteers, vendors, and community partners.

Human Services

• Provide administrative and program support to the Human Services Department, including the Council on Aging and Veterans Services
  .
• Assist residents with inquiries and connect them with appropriate programs and resources.
• Maintain records, schedules, communications, and department information.
• Serve as the van dispatcher for Boxborough Connects and Council on Aging transportation services
  , coordinating transportation requests, drivers, and passengers.

Associate's degree in recreation, human services, public administration, business administration, or a related field preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required. Related professional experience in recreation, human services, customer service, municipal government, program coordination, or a related field is preferred.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, organizational, customer service, and interpersonal skills; be comfortable working with residents of diverse ages and backgrounds; and demonstrate initiative, creativity, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Full-time position
• Union position
• Dual-role position serving Recreation Services and Human Services
• Recreation Services Coordinator rate:$33.00–$34.67/hour
• Administrative Assistant – Human Services rate:$28.32–$29.75/hour
• Professional development and position-specific training opportunities
• Works collaboratively with Town staff and under the direction of the Human Services Director

Important: Because this position encompasses two classifications, compensation will be based on the duties being performed in each role.