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Job Opportunities
Current Openings:
- Town Administrator
- School Traffic Supervisor
- Aerial Bucket Operator/Tree Climber
- Food Service Technician
- Substitute Bus Drivers
- Fitness Room Supervisors
- Temporary Seasonal Golf Course Groundskeeper
Title: Town Administrator
The town of Hingham, Massachusetts, with a population of 20,720 is a historic, coastal, residential community, 15 miles southeast of Boston. Hingham has a three-member, elected Board of Selectmen, a Town Administrator and an open town meeting form of government. For more information about Hingham visit the town website .
The Town Administrator serves as the chief administrative and operations officer of the town. Under general direction of the Board of Selectmen, the Administrator supervises the administration of all departments, commissions, boards and offices under the jurisdiction of the Board of Selectmen. The Town Administrator develops management plans, policies and procedures; prepares the town’s budget and capital funding plan; and evaluates municipal services. The Town Administrator also serves as the chief procurement officer. Hingham’s operating budget for 2008, including the school budget, totals $69.3 million. Capital projects and other appropriations bring total appropriations to $71.5 million. The town has been awarded an AAA Bond rating by the three major rating agencies. Hingham is proud of its extensive citizen participation in town affairs. The successful candidate must possess a high degree of diplomacy, demonstrate sound judgment and work effectively with employees and a large number of volunteer committees. The Town Administrator must be a problem solver with a well-developed sense of strategy and timing in representing the town effectively in critical situations which influence its well-being. Residency in Hingham is not required.
Desired education and experience: a candidate for this position should have a Master’s in Public Administration or its equivalent and five to seven years of progressively responsible management and supervisory experience in the public sector. Prior municipal management experience is preferred, although private sector experience will also be considered. The town may vary any of these particular criteria to the extent it deems it appropriate to do so. Salary and compensation package competitive DOQ/E.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however applications and resumes should be submitted by Oct. 6, 2008, to receive full consideration.
All inquiries and resumes should be sent with a cover letter to Groux and Associates c/o Thomas J. Groux, Box 374, North Chatham, MA 02650, (508) 945-3160, or to tgroux@comcast.net.
Date of Posting: August 18, 2008
Deadline: October 6, 2008
The Town of Hingham is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V and does not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual preference or any other legally protected status.
Title: School Traffic Supervisor
Department: Hingham Police Department
Status: Part time, Seasonal
Hours: 15 hours (approximately 3 hours a day)
Salary: $12.72 to $14.01 per hour
Duties: The Town of Hingham is seeking a School Traffic Supervisor for the start of the school year. The candidate will be responsible for directing traffic at assigned crossings to protect school children and to provide for the orderly movement of traffic. Hours will be split between school openings and closings.
Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. Must have the ability to recognize potential safety hazards in regards to the safety of children.
Pre-employment Condition: Reference check and criminal records investigation.
Send letter of interest and resume to:
Human Resources
210 Central Street
Hingham, MA 02043
Fax: (781) 741-1454
Deadline: Until filled
Date of posting: August 18, 2008
The Town of Hingham is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V and does not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual preference or any other legally protected status.
Title: Aerial Bucket Operator/Tree Climber
Department: Public Works Department
Status: Full-Time, benefited, union
Hours: 40 hour workweek, OT available
Salary Range: PW3: $792.49 to $950.99
Duties: Position is responsible for performing routine to complex skilled manual work in the removal, pruning, or trimming of trees. Work includes the safe and efficient operation of aerial buckets, power tools, trucks, and equipment required to perform tasks.
Requirements:
• A High School diploma or equivalent
• CDL and Hoisting License
• Two (2) years of technical training and/or vocational training in Arboriculture, Forestry, or a related field, plus work experience in tree climbing
• Skilled in the use of an aerial bucket truck
• Pesticide applicator’s license is desirable
• Massachusetts and/or ISA Arborist certification is desirable
Submit application to:
Human Resources Department
210 Central Street
Hingham, MA 02043
Fax: (781) 804-2479.
Deadline: 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, 2008.
Date of posting: August 12, 2008.
The Town of Hingham is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V and does not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual preference or any other legally protected status.
Title: Food Service Technician
Position Available: 2008-09 school year
Work Schedule: School Days, Monday – Friday, 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
Location: Various Schools
Job Description: Under the direction of the Cook/Manager will perform the following tasks: Prepare, cook and serve food. Clean and sanitize work area, wash and sanitize pots,pans, utensils, etc. Sweep floor, discard trash, and perform other related duties as directed by Cook/Manager.
Qualifications: Practical knowledge of the handling and care of food; proper serving techniques; knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing; understanding oral and written directions.
Availability: September 2008
Hourly Rate: $10.28
Closing Date: August 18, 2008
Application Procedure: Please forward letter of interest to:
David M. Killory
Director of Business and Support Services
Hingham Public Schools
220 Central Street
Hingham, MA 02043-2745
The Town of Hingham is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V and does not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual preference or any other legally protected status.
Title: Substitutes Bus Drivers, School Bus Driver – CDL Permit
Location: Depot
Qualifications: CDL Permit required; Good Driving Record, Training Program Available
Availability: Substitutes (on call basis)
Salary: Bus Driver Rate: $18.40/hr.
Application Procedure:
Marion Garvin, Director of Transportation
Hingham Public Schools
19 Fort Hill Street
Hingham, MA 02043-2745
781-741-1510
Drug/alcohol testing is a condition of employment
The Town of Hingham is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V and does not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual preference or any other legally protected status.
Title: Fitness Room Supervisors
Department: Recreation Department
Wage: $13.44/hr
• Responsible, dependable, conscientious individuals 18 years and older • Pleasant customer service oriented • Shifts available include mostly weekends and evenings • Accepting applications until all positions are filled (i.e. open ended) • CPR, 1st Aid and automatic defibrillation certifications. • Flexible Hours, some evening and weekends
Applications are available online or picked-up at, and submitted to Hingham Recreation Department, 210 Central Street, Hingham, MA 02364. Any questions on the specific job titles: (781) 741-1464
The Town of Hingham is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V and does not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual preference or any other legally protected status.
Title: Temporary Seasonal Golf Course Groundskeeper Dept: South Shore Country Club Location: 274 South Street, Hingham, MA Status: Temporary Seasonal, Full-time & Part-time positions Salary: Seasonal Salary: $10.00 per hour
Duties: The Town of Hingham is seeking employees immediately and for the Fall season to perform routine labor involved in golf course maintenance . This position is a seasonal position based on the operating season of the golf course. The position requires semi-skilled grounds work and the safe and efficient operation of light equipment, [such as lawn mowers and trimmers] and large equipment, [such as gang mowers and tractors.]
Requirements: This position requires:
- Working knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools and equipment.
- Ability to operate trucks and other turf equipment.
- Ability to follow oral and written directions.
- A valid driver’s license.
Send letter of interest and resume to South Shore Country Club, c/o Jay McGrail, 274 South Street, Hingham, MA 02043. Fax: (781) 749-1779. Deadline: Until filled Date of posting: August 16, 2007.
The Town of Hingham is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V and does not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual preference or any other legally protected status.
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