Jobs at Town of Brookline

Administer local historic districts and demolition review, prepare Commission hearing materials, conduct site visits and significance evaluations, maintain CLG records, provide technical assistance, support grants and public education, and serve as staff liaison to the Preservation Commission to guide preservation and alternatives to demolition.

Lead and manage daily maintenance and long-term care of municipal parks, fields, playgrounds, cemeteries, and public landscapes. Supervise staff and contractors, oversee budgets, procurement, safety, asset/work order systems, emergency response (including snow/ice), and public engagement to ensure safe, sustainable park assets.

Plan and lead adult programming and community outreach while providing reference services including collection development, readers advisory, research support, and technology assistance. Build partnerships, reach new audiences, and design meaningful experiences for adult patrons.

Supervise and perform tree planting, pruning, removal, pest/disease management, emergency response, and winter operations. Lead staff and contractors, operate forestry equipment, maintain tree inventory and records, oversee pesticide application and safety compliance, and liaise with residents and town departments.

Provide clerical and financial support in the Treasury Department: process and audit payments, reconcile bank statements, balance and deposit receipts, assist with vendor payments/ACH/wires, research and resolve payment discrepancies, support taxpayers and departments, perform data entry, tax title research, and general administrative duties.

Support municipal recycling and waste-reduction programs through outreach, education, and program development. Conduct site visits, prepare reports and grant materials, coordinate household hazardous waste and electronics recycling, liaise with contractors and departments, respond to citizen inquiries, and assist with administrative recordkeeping and seasonal duties to advance sustainability initiatives.

Lead adaptive group programs and community outings for children, teens, and adults with disabilities. Facilitate arts, fitness, nature, music, theatre, and sports activities; adapt directions for inclusion; manage safety and behavior; supervise part-time support staff; communicate with participants and parents; drive a 12- or 15-passenger van for programs (training provided).

Provide financial and administrative support for the Department of Public Works: monitor expenditures, track disposal tonnage and invoices, coordinate payroll/purchase order/vendor data entry, manage billing cycles, respond to public inquiries on permits/claims, and communicate with contractors and stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely administrative operations.