Town of Duxbury

Public Safely Dispatcher

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:26:36 +0000

Public Safety Dispatcher – Regional Old Colony Communications Center

**Great employee benefits: 75/25 health insurance & increased pay for experienced candidates**

Are you calm under pressure, quick on your feet, and ready to play a critical role in coordinating emergency response? The Town of Duxbury is seeking individuals with a passion for public safety and a dedication to community to serve as Public Safety Dispatchers to the communities of Duxbury, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Pembroke, Plympton, and Rochester.

Apply now to be part of the Regional Old Colony Communications Center (ROCCC) — a team of dedicated dispatchers/telecommunicators, supervisors, and administrative staff who proudly serve seven communities. ROCCC answers all 9-1-1 calls for service and coordinates the dispatch of police, fire, and emergency medical responders when seconds count. Work environment focused on collaboration, teamwork, and professional growth with paid training and certifications.

This role requires the ability to manage emergency and non-emergency calls professionally, operate multiple radio systems, think clearly under pressure, and act independently using sound judgment. In this critical position, your voice, focus, and decision-making directly impact community safety.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, value teamwork, and take pride in serving the public, we invite you to join our mission as a trusted link in our region’s safety network.

Position Title: Public Safety Dispatcher – Full-Time

Department: Regional Old Colony Communications Center

Position Grade: 1

Pay Rate: $28.52-$35.56 per hour in four steps (July 1, 2026, pay range $29.09-$36.27)

Contract: Regional Old Colony Public Safety Dispatcher’s Union

Schedule: Rotation of four on two off eight-hour shifts. Candidates must be able to work any shift as assigned, including days, evenings, and overnights (8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m., and 12:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.). This is not a fixed-shift position—coverage for all shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and special events, is required. with availability for nights and weekends required.

Reports To: Dispatch Supervisors, Public Safety Dispatch Deputy Director, and Public Safety Dispatch Director

Minimum Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent; some college or relevant coursework in criminal justice, emergency management, or communications preferred. Prior experience in a public safety communications center or other high-volume customer service setting is preferred but not required. Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure, particularly during high-stress or emergency situations. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly over the phone and radio. Ability to multitask, prioritize calls for service, and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment. Willingness and availability to work all shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional mandatory overtime. Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work respectfully and effectively with a diverse team and the public. Basic computer literacy and ability to learn multiple technology platforms used in emergency communications (e.g., CAD, CJIS, E911). Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check, including criminal history, reference checks, drug screening, and psychological evaluation. Must obtain and maintain the following certifications within six months of employment:

APCO PST1 or equivalent
Massachusetts State 911 Department NextGen 911 System Certification
Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD)
CJIS certification
FEMA ICS-100: IS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System
FEMA ICS-700: IS-700: National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction.

Must complete the ROCCC in-house training program, including classroom, simulation, and on-the-job training phases, and demonstrate ongoing proficiency.

Special Requirements:

This position requires the ability to work rotating shifts, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and occasional mandatory overtime. Dispatchers may be required to remain on duty during major emergencies or weather-related events and may be subject to holdover based on operational needs. A valid driver’s license is preferred for training-related travel but is not required for the position. All candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment screening process, which includes a criminal background check (CORI), drug screening (including testing for marijuana in accordance with town policy), psychological evaluation, medical/physical examination, and reference checks.

Benefits

75% town/25% employee paid: health insurance; Blue Cross and Blue Shield PPO & HMO plans
Defined benefit pension
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation Pay
Personal Time Off Days
Sick Leave
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Medical and dependent care flexible spending account
Paid training and certifications

Statement of Duties:

The Regional Public Safety Dispatcher at the Regional Old Colony Communications Center (ROCCC) is a vital part of the emergency response system, responsible for answering 9-1-1 and business line calls, gathering critical information, and dispatching police, fire, and EMS resources for the ROCCC’s Member Communities. Dispatchers are the first, first responders; serving as the central point of communication for our public safety partners and several county, regional, and state response teams. ROCCC Dispatchers must be able to quickly assess emergency situations, provide life-saving instructions (including Emergency Medical Dispatch), and coordinate appropriate resources under pressure. They are responsible for accurate and timely documentation in the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, ensuring complete records of all communications and actions taken. Dispatchers must also coordinate with external agencies, maintain awareness of unit status and location, and follow all established protocols, procedures, and policies to ensure effective service delivery and public safety.

Supervision Required:

Reports directly to the Public Safety Dispatch Operations Supervisor, with overall oversight and guidance provided by the Director and Deputy Director. Dispatchers are expected to work independently within established protocols, exercising sound judgment and maintaining professionalism in a high-tempo, multi-jurisdictional environment. Supervisory staff are available to provide support, coaching, and direction as needed to ensure consistent and effective service delivery.

Confidentiality:

The Regional Public Safety Dispatcher has regular access to sensitive and confidential information, including citizen communications, criminal records, medical information, and details of active investigations. Strict confidentiality must be maintained at all times in accordance with ROCCC policies, as well as applicable state and federal laws. Dispatchers are expected to exercise discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment in managing this information and in protecting the privacy and safety of the individuals and agencies involved.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility over other personnel.

Judgment:

This position requires sound judgment and the ability to make quick, informed decisions in high-pressure situations with limited information. The Regional Public Safety Dispatcher must assess and prioritize calls for service, accurately relay critical information, and coordinate an appropriate response in accordance with ROCCC policies, procedures, and training. Dispatchers are expected to recognize when to escalate concerns to supervisory staff and ensure that their decisions support responder safety, public welfare, and operational integrity.

Complexity:

The work involves managing multiple, often simultaneous, emergency, and non-emergency calls across several jurisdictions, each requiring quick assessment, accurate documentation, and appropriate resource deployment. Dispatchers must interpret information from callers who may be panicked, injured, or unable to communicate clearly, while also monitoring and coordinating the activities of field units. The role demands multitasking across various systems such as radio, telephone, CAD, CJIS, while adhering to established protocols and adapting to rapidly changing situations.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a fast-paced, 24/7 Regional Emergency Communications Center (RECCC). Dispatchers operate in a high-stress environment that includes frequent interruptions, urgent time demands, and exposure to emotionally charged situations. The ability to remain focused, composed, and effective under pressure is essential. Dispatchers must work rotating shifts—including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays—and may be required to work mandatory overtime during staffing shortages, emergencies, or critical incidents.

Nature and Purpose of Contact:

Employees interact constantly with co-workers, the public, groups or individuals who have conflicting opinions or objectives, diverse points of view or differences where skillful communication and/or questioning is required; one on one relationships with a person(s) who may be under severe stress, where gaining a high degree of communication may be required to obtain the desired effect. Excellent internal and external communication and customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in resolving disputes, complaints or concerns while carrying out the required functions of the position

Accountability:

The Regional Public Safety Dispatcher is responsible for accurately receiving, documenting, and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls in accordance with established protocols. Errors in judgment, delayed response, or failure to follow procedures can have serious consequences, including risks to public and responder safety, property damage, and loss of life. Dispatchers must perform their duties with precision, reliability, and adherence to standards to support the effective delivery of public safety services and maintain the integrity and reputation of the ROCCC.

Occupational Risks:

While the position involves minimal physical risk and is performed in a secure indoor setting, Regional Public Safety Dispatchers are regularly exposed to high-stress situations, traumatic events, and emotionally intense calls. The nature of emergency communications requires dispatchers to remain calm, focused, and effective during critical incidents, extended periods of stress, and continuous multitasking. Emotional resilience and mental stamina are essential to succeed in this role.

Essential Functions:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the role.

1. Answer emergency (9-1-1) and non-emergency telephone calls from the public, public safety agencies, and outside partners.

2. Obtain and verify critical information such as location, nature of the emergency, and caller details to determine the appropriate response.

3. Dispatch police, fire, EMS, and mutual aid units for six member communities using a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system.

4. Provide Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) pre-arrival instructions, including CPR, choking, childbirth, and bleeding control until responders arrive.

5. Monitor multiple radio frequencies and maintain constant communication with field units to ensure responder safety and situational awareness.

6. Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely records of all calls, unit statuses, and dispatch activities using CAD and other systems.

7. Notify external agencies (e.g., medical examiner, tow companies, animal control) in accordance with departmental protocols.

8. Conduct queries and entries through the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and guidelines.

9. Operate and monitor various public safety systems including radios, telephones, alarm panels, surveillance systems, and weather alerts.

10. Prioritize calls based on severity, available resources, and departmental guidelines.

11. Maintain familiarity with the geography, landmarks, and jurisdictional boundaries of all member communities and surrounding areas.

12. Maintain a calm, courteous, and professional demeanor during high-stress and emotionally charged situations.

13. Relay critical information and updates to field personnel, always ensuring officer and responder safety.

14. Identify and report equipment malfunctions or system failures to the appropriate personnel for timely resolution.

15. Participate in required training, certifications, and continuing education as mandated by the State 911 Department and the ROCCC.

16. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in accordance with state and federal laws, CJIS regulations, and agency policy.

17. Follow all ROCCC policies, procedures, directives, and training bulletins.

18. Perform additional duties as assigned in support of the ROCCC’s mission to ensure the right people are in the right place at the right time.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent; some college or relevant coursework in criminal justice, emergency management, or communications preferred.

2. Prior experience in a public safety communications center or other high-volume customer service setting is preferred but not required.

3. Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure, particularly during high-stress or emergency situations.

4. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly over the phone and radio.

5. Ability to multitask, prioritize calls for service, and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

6. Willingness and availability to work all shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional mandatory overtime.

7. Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work respectfully and effectively with a diverse team and public.

8. Basic computer literacy and ability to learn multiple technology platforms used in emergency communications (e.g., CAD, CJIS, E911).

9. Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check, including criminal history, reference checks, drug screening, and psychological evaluation.

10. Must obtain and maintain the following certifications within six months of employment:

11. APCO PST1 or equivalent

12. Massachusetts State 911 Department NextGen 911 System Certification

13. Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD)

14. CJIS certification

15. FEMA ICS-100: IS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System

16. FEMA ICS-700: IS-700: National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction

17. Must complete the ROCCC in-house training program, including classroom, simulation, and on-the-job training phases, and demonstrate ongoing proficiency.

Special Requirements:

Work Schedule:

Regional Public Safety Dispatchers work an eight-hour shift, following a rotating 4-days-on, 2-days-off schedule. Coverage is required for all nights, weekends, holidays, and special events; time off is granted based on staffing needs and operational requirements.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skill

1. Working knowledge of or ability to learn public safety communications and emergency response operations.

2. Ability to follow emergency call-taking and dispatch protocols, including CAD, radio systems, and 9-1-1 technologies.

3. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to speak clearly and professionally under pressure.

4. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing calls and making sound decisions based on protocol.

5. Proficiency with computers, keyboarding, and the ability to operate multiple software and technology platforms simultaneously.

6. High attention to detail and ability to accurately log and document call and dispatch activity.

7. Ability to remain calm, composed, and focused during high-stress or emotionally charged situations.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skill Cont.:

1. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work respectfully, cooperatively, and effectively with others.

2. Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude, contribute to a team environment, and avoid negative or disruptive workplace behavior.

3. Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and service-oriented culture that reflects the mission and values of the ROCCC.

4. High level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive or protected information.

Physical Skills:

Work requires moderate, intermittent physical effort. The role is primarily performed while seated at a dispatch console, with occasional standing, walking, talking, hearing, and manual dexterity required. The employee may occasionally need to lift and carry equipment or supplies weighing up to 30 pounds. The position may also involve moving throughout the communications center and occasional regional travel for trainings, meetings, or operational support.

Motor Skills:

The role involves frequent use of computers, dispatch consoles, radio and telecommunications equipment, and other standard office tools. The incumbent must be capable of operating this equipment accurately and efficiently in a high-tempo, multi-tasking environment, particularly during emergency situations.

Visual Skills:

The position requires strong visual acuity to monitor multiple computer screens and read digital and printed materials for both general understanding and detailed analysis. The incumbent must sustain focused attention across various communication channels and visual inputs simultaneously, especially during high-pressure or critical incidents.

Equipment Operator - Highway

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:49:17 +0000

JOB TITLE: Equipment Operator – Highway

POSITION GRADE/LEVEL: Grade 4 (full-Time - benefit eligible – FLSA non-exempt)

RATE RANGE: $24.73-$32.08 per hour, in eight steps

LOCATION: Duxbury DPW, Highway

WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, plus additional hours as participation in Town-wide weather or emergency operations required.

SUPERVISION: Operations Manager

START DATE: Position available July 1, 2026

1. Nature of Work: Assists supervisor in any and all phases of the work, performs skilled work as determined and assigned by supervisor. Makes frequent contact with co-workers and residents requiring calm, clear and courteous communication.

2. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Highway supervisors. Operates equipment based on supervisor’s general instructions who reviews performance for skill and efficiency and assist in cases of difficulty.

3. Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises temporary or seasonal employees as assigned.

4. Confidentiality: Employee has regular access to confidential information of the department. Confidentiality must be maintained with regard to this information and in accordance with Department Policy and the Public Records Act.

5. Accountability: Consequences or errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment may include adverse public relations, monetary loss, legal repercussions, labor/material costs, personal injury, jeopardize programs, and danger to public health/safety.

6. Judgment: Guidelines may be given verbally, or through administrative or organizational policies or directives. Employee is expected to weigh efficiency and relative priorities in performing tasks to handle emergency situations and ensure public and environmental safety.

7. Complexity: The work consists of the practical application of a variety of concepts and practices.

8. Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Employee interacts frequently with Town employees and the public. Excellent customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

9. Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position:

1.) Suggests modifications to equipment for more efficient operation.

2.) Operates various Town/department equipment.

3.) Provides labor for roadway projects, maintenance and other Highway operations.

4.) Performs routine tasks in connection with care, upkeep, repair, marking and beautification of highway and roads, cleaning culverts, catch basins, drains and ditches; loading and unloading trucks and cars; spreading sand, gravel and asphalt.

5.) May be required on occasion to operate landscaping equipment and power tools, cutting grass, weeds and brush; cleaning culverts, catch basins, drains and ditches; loading and unloading trucks and cars; spreading sand, gravel and asphalt.

6.) Assist in taking physical inventory of stock materials.

7.) Assists in training new employees.

8.) Accepts deliveries of supplies and equipment.

9.) Performs similar tasks as assigned, including functions of those in a lower classification.

10.) Cross trains with other Department employees.

11.) Is available for overtime and call backs in the event of emergencies.

12.) Participates in town-wide snow and ice removal operations

10. Recommended Minimum Qualification

Education and Experience: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of full time comparable work experience and prior and demonstrable ability to deal effectively with fellow employees, supervisors and the general public or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Special Requirements: Must possess valid Massachusetts Driver’s License and CDL Class B license 2B & 4E Hoisting License.

11. Knowledge, Abilities and Skill:

1. Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations pertaining to highway operations.

2. Considerable and demonstrable skill, in the use of tools and the operation of equipment required in the performance of highway work.

3. Ability to deal appropriately and harmoniously with public officials, the general public, supervisors and co-workers.

12. Work Environment: The nature of duties may involve continuous presence of unpleasant or irritating elements, such as noise, odors, chemical fumes, dust, smoke, heat, cold, oil, dirt, or grease. Work is performed indoors and outdoors during inclement weather.

13. Occupational Risks: Duties regularly present potential risks of injuries from improper exposure that could result in loss of time from work. Examples of injuries include burns from chemical, muscular strains, falls from heights, and illness from exposure to communicable diseases. Special safety precautions, training, or protective clothing such as coats, gloves, glasses, hats or boots will be required/provided.

14. Physical and Mental Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.

Physical Demands: Work requires regular physical strength and effort daily, such as, lifting heavy objects up to 50 lbs (or more in cases of emergency and/or with assistance), carrying objects and stacking them. In addition, pulling, pushing, standing, or walking for the full workday may be involved.

15. Motor Skills: Duties involve close hand and eye coordination and physical dexterity. Manipulation and motor control may require extreme accuracy.

16. Visual Demands: Visual demands include reading documents for general understanding, routinely reviewing non-written materials such as instrumentation for analytical purposes and the need for color vision.

Town Engineer

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:51:21 +0000

Job Title: Town Engineer

Department: Department of Public Works

Contract/Grade: Personnel Policies (non-union), Grade 13

Compensation: Pay range $99,279 - $134,026. Actual salary dependent on qualifications.

FLSA Status: Full Time – Exempt

Start Date: Position available July 1, 2026

1. Nature of Work: The Town Engineer provides professional engineering expertise and essential technical support across all divisions of the Department of Public Works (DPW), as well as supplemental support to other Town departments, boards, and committees. Work includes planning, design, review, inspection, administration, and coordination of municipal infrastructure projects.

2. Supervision Required: Works under the general direction of the Director of Public Works with considerable independence in carrying out assigned duties.

3. Supervision Responsibility: May provide functional direction and technical guidance to DPW staff, contractors, consultants, and interns. May serve as Acting DPW Director as needed.

4. Confidentiality: Has regular access at the departmental level to a wide variety of confidential information, including personnel records, client records, criminal records/investigations, and collective bargaining negotiations in accordance with the State Public Records Law.

5. Accountability: Responsible for the accuracy, quality, timeliness, and compliance of engineering work products, inspections, reviews, and recommendations. Errors may result in financial loss, regulatory non-compliance, safety risks, or public dissatisfaction.

6. Judgment: Guidelines only provide limited guidance for performing the work. They may be in the form of administrative or organizational policies, general principles, legislation, or directives that pertain to a specific department or functional area. Extensive judgment and ingenuity are required to develop new or adapt existing methods and approaches for accomplishing objectives or to deal with new or unusual requirements within the limits of the guidelines or policies. The employee is recognized as the department or functional area's authority in interpreting the guidelines, determining how they should be applied, and in developing operating policies.

7. Complexity: Work consists of employing many different concepts, theories, principles, techniques, and practices relating to an administrative field. Assignments typically concern such matters as studying trends in the field for application to the work; assessing services and recommending improvements; planning long-range projects; devising new techniques for application to the work; and recommending policies, standards, or criteria.

8. Work Environment: The work environment involves everyday discomforts typical of offices, with occasional exposure to outside elements. Noise or physical surroundings may be distracting, but conditions are generally not unpleasant. Employee may be required to work beyond normal business hours to attend evening meetings.

9. Nature and Purpose of Public Contact:
Regular contact with residents, Town staff, elected officials, boards, committees, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to provide technical information, respond to inquiries, explain engineering concepts, and represent the Town’s interests.

10. Occupational Risk: Duties generally do not present occupational risk with only occasional exposure to risk or stress. A minor injury could occur, however, through employee failure to properly follow safety precautions or procedures. Examples of injury include minor bruises from falls, minor cuts or burns, or minor muscular strains from lifting or carrying heavy equipment or materials.

11. Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

1. Responsible for providing engineering support to all DPW divisions, including the Water Department.

2. Prepare and review RFPs, technical specifications, bid documents, and project scopes.

3. Provide general engineering consultation for infrastructure improvement projects to improve project accuracy, reduce change orders, and minimize construction inefficiencies.

4. Design small-scale drainage improvement projects and oversee in-house construction where feasible.

5. Review plans to mitigate flooding and improve stormwater management.

6. Serve as Acting DPW Director when necessary to ensure continuity of operations. Provide leadership support for capital planning, budgeting, and interdepartmental coordination. Support succession planning and organizational development within the DPW.

7. Perform construction inspection and project administration for DPW infrastructure projects, including drainage improvements, water main replacements, sidewalks, and paving.

8. Ensure contractor compliance with Town standards, plans, and specifications.

9. Enhance quality control while reducing inspection costs associated with outside consultants.

10. Review engineering plans and issue DPW comments for internal projects and external applications before boards such as the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals.

11. Coordinate closely with Planning, Conservation, and other Town departments. Supplement (but not replace) peer review analyses conducted by Planning Department engineering consultants.

12. Identify and pursue applicable state and federal infrastructure grants, assist with grant writing by preparing technical analyses, cost estimates, and conceptual designs, and coordinate grant-funded projects and ensure compliance with grant requirements.

13. Provide engineering expertise and technical presentations to Town boards and committees as needed, including but not limited to the Selectboard, Planning Board, Highway Safety Advisory Committee, and Coastal Resiliency Task Force.

14. Assist with short- and long-term DPW organizational initiatives, including: Revising the Street Opening Permit process, developing engineering standards and typical construction details, standardizing procedures, documentation, and policies across DPW divisions, implementing a DPW work order system, improving record-keeping, asset management, and GIS integration and evaluating plow routes and developing GIS-based snow and ice management maps

12. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering field required. Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, preferably in municipal public works, infrastructure, or related public-sector engineering. Experience with the planning, design, review, and construction oversight of public infrastructure projects such as roadways, drainage systems, water utilities, sidewalks, and stormwater facilities. A combination of education, experience, and training can be considered if it is demonstrated that the required knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved. Experience working with contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and municipal boards preferred.

Preferred special Requirements: Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is required, or the ability to obtain Massachusetts licensure within a specified timeframe.

13. Knowledge, Abilities and Skill

Knowledge:

Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices as applied to municipal public works infrastructure.
Knowledge of drainage design, stormwater management, MS4 regulations, and environmental permitting.
Knowledge of construction methods, materials, inspection practices, and project administration.
Familiarity with Massachusetts procurement laws, public bidding requirements, and contract administration.
Working knowledge of capital planning, asset management, and grant-funded infrastructure projects.

Abilities:

Ability to analyze complex engineering problems and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
Ability to interpret and review engineering plans, specifications, and technical reports.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize work effectively.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical audiences.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a municipal environment.
Ability to exercise sound professional judgment in regulatory, operational, and public-facing matters.

Skills:

Skill in engineering analysis, technical writing, and preparation of reports, plans, and specifications.
Skill in construction inspection and quality control.
Skill in using engineering and office software, including CAD, GIS, and Microsoft Office applications.
Skill in interpersonal communication, customer service, and conflict resolution.

14. Work Environment: Work is performed in a combination of office, field, and meeting environments. Fieldwork may involve exposure to construction sites, roadways, weather conditions, and uneven terrain.

15. Occupational Risk: Moderate risk associated with field inspections and construction sites, including exposure to traffic, construction equipment, noise, dust, and adverse weather. Appropriate safety practices and protective equipment are required.

16. Physical and Mental Requirements:
Position requires sustained concentration, problem-solving, and analytical reasoning. Ability to work under deadlines, respond to emergencies, and handle multiple priorities is required.

16. Physical Skills: Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and traverse uneven terrain during field inspections. Ability to lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 25 pounds.

17. Motor Skills: Requires fine motor skills for computer use, drafting, writing, and operation of office and field equipment. Requires gross motor coordination for field activities.

18. Visual Demands: Requires close visual acuity for reviewing plans, reading reports, and working at a computer, as well as distance and peripheral vision for field inspections and site observations.

Mechanic - Vehicle Maintenance

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:50:14 +0000

JOB TITLE: Mechanic - Vehicle Maintenance

FLSA STATUS: Full-Time, non-exempt, benefit eligible

POSITION GRADE/LEVEL: Grade 5

RATE RANGE: Pay range is $25.89 to $33.58 per hour, in 8 steps.

LOCATION: Duxbury DPW, Highway Department

WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, plus additional hours as participation in Town-wide weather or emergency operations is required.

SUPERVISION: Leadperson, Vehicle Maintenance

START DATE: Position available July 1, 2026.

NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 1

1. Nature of Work: Performs skilled work within the Department of Public Works as determined and assigned by a Manager or Superintendent in the Public Works Department Performs skilled work within the Vehicle Maintenance department.

2. Supervision Received: Receives instructions and work specifications from Leadman, Foreman, Operations Manager or DPW Director and communicates to fellow workers. Works under the supervision of an employee of a higher grade who assigns work, reviews performance for skill and efficiency, and assists in cases of difficulty.

3. Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises temporary or seasonal employees as assigned.

4. Confidentiality: Employee has regular access to confidential information of the department. Confidentiality must be maintained with regard to this information in accordance with Department Policy and the Public Records Act.

6. Judgment: Guidelines may be given verbally, or through administrative or organizational policies, or directives. Employee is expected to weigh efficiency and relative priorities in performing tasks.

7. Complexity: The work consists of the practical application of a variety of concepts, practices and specialized techniques relating to custodial and maintenance work.

8. Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Employee interacts frequently with Town employees and the public. Customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

Uses extensive knowledge and skill for repair, maintenance and modification of truck earth-moving equipment and automobiles used in the various divisional work assignments.
Analyses malfunctions and performs routine maintenance work as necessary
Suggests modifications to equipment for safer and more efficient operation, constructs and installs as directed.
Operates equipment and performs tasks required of lower-rated employees
Obtains tools, equipment and additional manpower in accordance with task requirements
May be required to perform specialized tasks not assigned to lower ranked employees
Performs proper maintenance and inspections on the equipment and as needed
Operation of and ordinary maintenance of equipment (trucks, tractors, power mowers and other tools of the trade), instructs employees in the correct and proper usage of same
Maintains vehicle records
Creates plans and work schedules assuring that work is performed in a safe and efficient manner and that all tools equipment and materials are available and well maintained
Must possess considerable knowledge of vehicle maintenance practices, methods and procedures and a demonstrated ability to lead and motivate other employees.
Must have the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with fellow employees, supervisors and general public.
Participates in town-wide snow and ice removal operations
Trains new employees in performing assigned duties.

10. Recommended Minimum Qualification

Education and Experience: High School or Technical School diploma or G.E.D. with three (3) years of related work experience required, Associates Degree in advanced automotive technology preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential function of the position.

Special Requirements: Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License, Hydraulics 2B, and Class B (CDL) license. Advanced Automotive Technology training/education, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) or similar certifications, e.g. ASE Automobile (A1 – A8), Automobile Service Consultant (C1), Automobile Maintenance and Light Repair (G1), Automobile Advanced Engine Performance Specialist (L1), and Automobile Parts Specialist (P2), ASE Master Automobile Technician Certificate, ASE Master Heavy Duty Truck Technician Certificate, ASE Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification. ASE or MAC A/C Recycle Certificate, Specialized training in brakes, hydraulics, engine repair, and electronics preferred.

11. Knowledge, Abilities and Skill:

Skill in performing tasks associated with duties.
Skill in the use of tools of the trade and operation of required equipment of the trade.
Skill in the basic usage of computers.
Ability to clearly and concisely communicate instructions to others.
Ability to work harmoniously with fellow workers in a group task assignment.
Ability to motivate others to performance and help others to solve work problems

13. Occupational Risks: Duties regularly present potential risks of injuries from improper exposure that could result in loss of time from work. Examples of injuries include burns from chemical, muscular strains, falls from heights in excess of three (3) feet. Special safety precautions, training, or protective clothing such as gowns, coats, gloves, glasses, hats, or boots may be required.

Physical Demands: Work requires regular physical strength and effort daily, such as, frequently lifting heavy objects up to 50 lbs., carrying objects, occasionally 100 lbs., and stacking them. In addition, pulling, pushing, standing, or walking for the full workday may be involved.

15. Motor Skills: Duties involve close hand and eye coordination and physical dexterity. Manipulation and motor control may require extreme accuracy.

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)

HVAC (R) Technician

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:55:43 +0000

Position Title: HVAC(R) Technician

Department: Facilities

Contract/Grade Level: Personnel Policies (non-union) Grade 7

Compensation: Pay range is $29.97 – $40.46. Actual salary is dependent upon qualifications.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Benefit eligible

Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours, typically Mon.- Fri. and additional hours as required.

Reports to: Facilities Director and Duxbury Public Schools

1. Nature of Work: The HVAC(R) Technician typically works a regular schedule and must be available for emergency repairs 24/7, overtime, coverage as needed, extreme weather conditions, and critical events. The role includes non-mechanical work as needed to ensure proper plant operations. A successful technician will limit equipment downtime, be an effective communicator who manages expectations, conduct business in a timely manner, and provides the highest level of customer service. The Technician independently diagnoses, troubleshoots, repairs, replaces, and installs all associated components for HVAC(R) systems including boilers and chillers. Technician is responsible for planning, reviewing, scheduling and supervising the work and performs maintenance and service repairs on refrigeration and heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems as well as all similar or related duties among other duties for all Town and School facilities.

2. Supervision Received: Under direct supervision of the Facilities Director, the employee plans and carries out the regular work in accordance with standard practices and previous training, with substantial responsibility for determining the sequence and timing of action and substantial independence in planning and organizing the work activities, including determining the work methods. The employee is expected to solve through experienced judgment most problems of detail or unusual situations by adapting methods or interpreting instructions to resolve the particular problem. Instructions for new assignments or special projects usually consist of statements of desired objectives, deadlines and priorities. Technical and policy problems or changes in procedures are discussed with supervisor, but ordinarily the employee plans the work, lays it out, and carries it through to completion independently. Work is generally reviewed only for technical adequacy, appropriateness of actions or decisions, and conformance with policy or other requirements; the methods used in arriving at the end result are not usually reviewed in detail.

3. Supervisory Responsibility: The employee is responsible for overseeing the performance of various persons who may work for the Town on a contractual basis relating to HVAC(R) tasks.

4. Confidentiality: Employee has regular access to confidential information of the department such as official bid documents, as well as other information pertaining to the construction and maintenance of public building projects. Confidentiality must be maintained with regard to this information in accordance with Departmental Policy and the Public Records Act.

5. Accountability: Errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment could severely jeopardize department operations, result in delay and confusion in the provision of service, cause personal injury, and significant damage to buildings/property, legal repercussions, monetary loss and negative public relations for the Town or have extensive financial and legal repercussions, excessive costs, delay of service delivery, and adverse public relations. Duties include department level responsibility for technical processes, service delivery, and contribution to municipal wide plans and objectives, and fiscal responsibility for the Town.

6. Judgment: Extensive judgment is required to develop new or adapt existing methods and approaches for accomplishing objectives or to deal with new or unusual requirements within the limits of the guidelines or policies. The employee is recognized as the department or functional area’s authority in interpreting the guidelines, in determining how they should be applied, and in making recommendations for operating policies, standards, or criteria.

7. Complexity: The work consists of employing many different concepts, theories, principles, techniques, and practices relating to a technical field. Assignments typically concern such matters as studying trends in the field for application to the work; assessing services and recommending improvements; planning short and long-range projects; and devising new techniques for application to the work, and recommending policies, standards or criteria.

Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Employee interacts constantly with co-workers, faculty, students, public, groups, and/or individuals such as civic leaders, peers from the other organizations, representatives of professional organizations, and news media. Excellent communication and customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in resolving complaints or concerns during sometimes stressful and difficult situations and maintain a professional appearance

8. Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position:

1. Install, troubleshoot, and service large-scale systems, including hot water hydronic systems, chillers, package units, split systems, and other equipment designed for air conditioning, refrigeration, and climate control.

2. Maintain and repair individual HVAC components such as damper actuators, valve actuators, thermostats, and Laboratory Fume Hood exhaust systems to ensure precise functionality and optimal performance of integrated systems.

3. Diagnose malfunctions in control systems and repair heating and air conditioning (A/C) units as needed ensuring optimal performance and system reliability.

4. Regularly monitor proper operation, pressures and temperatures of HVAC (R) .

5. Ensure and facilitate the inspection of all boilers and pressure vessels consistent with local state and federal laws.

6. Maintain repair, troubleshoot, and install hot water pumps and associated components.

7. Ensure mechanical systems are running at peak efficiency by inspecting equipment for operating efficiency and safety standards.

8. Install new units or replacement parts for existing units according to specifications and established safety guidelines.

9. Maintain and repair Air Displacement type systems.

10. Read thermometers and gauges; record readings daily, weekly, monthly, as requested.

11. Adjust thermostatic controls and blowers.

12. Lubricate service compressors, motors, and other moving parts of HVAC equipment as needed.

13. Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of paperwork.

14. Perform each day’s tasks according to the work order system.

15. Effectively work with vendors and contractors as needed to facilitate repairs in a timely manner.

16. Remain up to date on related industry standards including federal, state and local regulations.

17. All other duties as assigned.

9. Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Must have High School diploma or equivalent and minimum of three (3) years recent, full-time experience working for a licensed Contractor, or maintenance organization installing, repairing, testing, calibrating pneumatic and digital control systems. At least one year of licensed EPA Universal Refrigerant Technician experience and Massachusetts HVAC(R) license certification preferred. Factory chiller/boiler, OSHA, pipefitter or gasfitter certification(s) a plus. Candidates who have the Universal Refrigerant Technician certification but not the Massachusetts HVAC(R) license may be considered if they have five plus years of industry experience. Must have working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) Building Management Systems, Energy Management Systems, and work order systems BAS systems and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems. Must have strong customer service skills and effective written and verbal communication skills. Possess sound judgment and problem resolution ability. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple work orders under time sensitive deadlines. Experience with AAON, DAIKEN, and heat pump systems a plus or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Special Requirements: Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, EPA Universal Refrigerant Technician and Massachusetts HVAC(R) license certification. Experience with managing 24/7 maintenance operations in a union environment and factory chiller/boiler and OSHA certification(s) a plus.

10. Knowledge, Abilities and Skill

Knowledge: Through knowledge and a complete understanding of the refrigerant cycle and HVAC(R) building systems (including all normal operating temperatures and pressures of all town and school owned building mechanical equipment), and have a basic electrical knowledge. Must have ability to read and comprehend blue prints including the ability to understand electrical schematics as they pertain to HVAC(R) systems. Technician must have superior skills in the operation of most basic power and hand tools common to the HVAC(R) trade.

a) Mechanical - Knowledge of standard mechanical system configurations (e.g., VAV, constant volume with or without reheat), DDC control systems, and water treatment for closed and open loop systems. Familiarity with chiller operations, cooling towers, pumps, and associated equipment is essential, along with a general proficiency in total building operations, machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

b) Troubleshooting - determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

c) Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

d) Equipment Maintenance- performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

e) Operation Monitoring - watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine are working properly.

f) Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

g) Operation and Control - Must be able to operate, schedule, and maintain multiple control interfaces. Must be able to determine whether a problem is a control issue or a mechanical issue and respond and repair either.

Abilities: Ability to communicate clearly in written and oral form; ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with town officials and governmental representatives. Ability to make basic arithmetical computations and tabulations in a timely and accurate manner, maintains confidential information, maintain, manage, and organize complex records. Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of department personnel.

Skill: Excellent customer service, interpersonal and organizational skills; skill in working with numbers and detail; excellent time management, organizational, analytical and communication skills; must have good computer skills, work well under pressure, and juggle multiple tasks effectively prioritizing competing needs.

11. Work Environment: The work environment involves everyday discomforts typical of offices with regular interruptions from the public and other Town employees. Noise or physical surroundings may be distracting, but conditions are generally not unpleasant. In addition, the employee may be required to work on ladders, outdoors under inclement weather conditions and the employee may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, explosives, radiation, and other hazards commonly found at constructions sites. Employee may be required to work beyond normal business hours.

12. Occupational Risk: Personal injury could occur through employee failure to properly follow safety precautions or procedures in the course of related duties. Examples of injury may include bruises from falls, minor cuts or burns, or muscular strains and serious personal injury while completing work tasks. Technician must function in a safe manner including wearing the proper personal protective equipment at all times.

13. Physical and Mental Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

14. Physical Demands: Work requires some agility and physical strength, such as moving in or about facilities or standing or walking most of the work period. Work requires lifting heavy objects and carrying them. There may be need to stretch and reach to retrieve materials. Usually, the work will require extended physical effort over a significant portion of the day. Must be able to move and work off of a ladder, lift 50 lbs above head, bend, sit, squat, stand, crawl, walk, climb, push/pull, kneel, handle objects (manual dexterity), reach above shoulder level, and use fine finger movements and work in a confined space.

15. Motor Skills: Duties involve assignments requiring application of hand and eye coordination with finger dexterity and motor coordination. Examples include; building maintenance tools, using a personal computer and/or most other office equipment, typing, filing, moving objects, sorting of papers or operating a motor vehicle.

16. Visual Demands: Position requires the employee to frequently read documents and reports for understanding and analytical purposes.

Assistant Harbormaster - Seasonal 2026

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 19:10:12 +0000

JOB TITLE: Assistant Harbormaster - Seasonal 2026

POSITION GRADE/LEVEL: Personnel Policies, Schedule B, Not benefit eligible

LOCATION: Duxbury Harbor and Waterways

DEPARTMENT: Harbormaster Department

HOURS: Seasonal, part-time, variable as needed, including weekends, nights and holidays, 8 hours per day, 20-40 hours per week

REPORTS TO: Harbormaster and Executive Officer

PAY RANGE: Starts at $17.00 per hour (dependent upon qualifications)

SEASONAL SCHEDULE: April through Labor Day (possible reduced off-season hours available)

NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 7

1. Position Purpose: The purpose of this position is to assist the Harbormaster, Executive Officer in daily marine or shoreline-based operations. Assistant Harbormaster training should be maintained in applicable federal, state and local laws, bylaws, regulations, shellfish law enforcement and management, marine law enforcement, harbor management, search and rescue, first aid certification.

2. Supervision Received: Reports directly to the Harbormaster under the oversight of the Executive Officer/Assistant Harbormaster I.

3. Confidentiality: Employee has access to department-wide confidential information including employee records. Confidentiality must be maintained with regard to this information in accordance with Departmental Policy and Public Records Act.

4. Accountability: Consequences of errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment may include adverse customer relations, damage to equipment, legal repercussions, monetary loss, labor/material costs, personal injury, and jeopardize programs.

5. Judgment: Guidelines may be in the form of administrative or organizational policies, general principles, legislation or directives that pertain to a specific department or functional area. Extensive judgment is required to develop new or adapt existing methods and approaches for accomplishing objectives or to deal with new or unusual requirements within the limits of the guidelines or policies.

6. Complexity: The work consists of employing many different concepts, theories, principles, techniques and practices relating to an administrative field. Assignments typically concern such matters as studying trends in the field for application to the work; assessing services and recommending improvements; planning long range projects; and devising new techniques for application to the work.

7. Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Employee interacts constantly with co-workers, the public, groups and/or individuals such as civic leaders, peers from the other organizations, representatives of professional organizations, and news media. The employee serves as a spokesperson or recognized authority of the organization in matters of substance or considerable importance. The employee deals with the public and other individuals on behalf of a department to communicate departmental practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines. Excellent communication and customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in resolving complaints or concerns of the public.

8. Essential Functions & Expectations:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position).

1. Assists the Harbormaster and Executive Officer with the tasks and mandates of the Harbormaster Department.

2. Required to work outside of normal business hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.

3. Aids mariners and vessels in distress and recovers boats adrift.

4. Assists in providing appropriate actions to safeguard the harbor and anchorages in all aspects. Assists with ATONS, PTONS, and maintenance of safety buoys.

5. Patrols harbors, town pier, floats, docks, marinas, waterways, town landings, shoreline to enforce a variety of state, and local laws, codes, ordinances and rules and regulations pertaining to marine and shellfish, marine traffic/access controls and public safety.

6. Enforces, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations

7. Assists in marine search and rescue assignments.

8. Assist in coordinating search and rescue operations along Duxbury shoreline as directed.

9. Responds and assists in emergencies and operates in coordination with additional emergency responders as required.

10. Assists with Clean Vessel Act operations.

11. Assists in maritime based special events and or evacuations as directed.

12. Assists with transient/guest mooring assignments and related paperwork.

13. Assists the public: answer questions, furnishing information. Handles the difficult customer service requests.

14. Performs similar or related work as required.

9. Work Environment: Work is performed under varying conditions, either in an office, in a boat, in a vehicle or in the immediate surrounding shoreline and coastal areas. Frequent patrol work is conducted outdoors with exposure to extreme weather conditions in secluded areas. The incumbent may be required to work outside of normal business hours. In addition, incumbent is required to work on weekends and holidays and may be required to be available to attend evening meetings and emergency situations.

Operates standard office equipment and computer. Operates motor vehicles, marine units, pumps, navigational equipment, emergency medical/rescue equipment, and two way radios.

Has frequent contact with other Town departments, members of the boating public, fishing, and hunting communities, the Coast Guard, local, state and federal agencies, and the general public. Contacts and communications are by phone, correspondence, and in person and frequently require significant resourcefulness and persuasiveness to influence the behavior of others.

Errors could result in significant exposure to liability, damage to boats and equipment, monetary loss, adverse public relations, reduced level or services, and potential loss of life.

10. Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

High school education or equivalent. Study, or strong interest, in criminal justice, biological sciences, marine sciences, or environmental sciences/protection. Must have the ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, the public, governmental agencies and carry out specific tasks as assigned by supervisor. Must have experience in, small boat handling. Required to attend and complete trainings/meetings provided by the Harbormaster Department and related agencies.

11. Special Requirements:

A valid Massachusetts motor vehicle operator's license required.

Eighteen (18) years old or older.

Qualifications to operate all department equipment and vehicles required.

Harbormaster Training Academy Certification desired, if available

12. Knowledge, Abilities and Skill

Knowledge: Applicable Massachusetts General Laws, town bylaws, and regulations relating to the maritime law and waterway operations.

Abilities: Ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with government agencies, other town employees and general public, often in highly stressful situations. Ability to enforce rules and regulations firmly and impartially. Ability to deal effectively and cordially with all persons using the waterfront, waterways, beach and shorelines. Basic computer skills. Ability to operate vehicles in hazardous and severe weather conditions.

Skill: Excellent organizational, and communication skills.

13. Occupational Risk: Duties regularly present frequent, recurring exposure to hazardous conditions on land and in water, exposure to extreme weather conditions in secluded areas. Job frequently entails the possibility for serious injury or exposure to conditions that could result in total permanent disability or loss of life. Extreme care and safety precautions are required at all times. Special safety precautions, training, or protective clothing such as personal flotation devices, dry suits, gowns, coats, gloves, glasses, hats or boots may be required.

14. Physical and Mental Requirements:

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, walk or run on sand or mud, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to operate a keyboard and calculator at efficient speed. Regularly climbs, stoops, crouches, kneels, and climbs on board boats, or ladders. Specific vision abilities required include close, medium, and distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus and distinguish colors; employee is required to detect odors. Frequently lifts up to 25 pounds; occasionally lifts or moves more than 100 pounds. Strenuous physical effort may be required for swimming when performing rescue operations. Physical ability to perform search and rescue duties by land and sea; ability to climb in and out of boats.

15. Motor Skills: Duties may involve close hand and eye coordination and physical dexterity. Manipulation and motor control under conditions that may require extreme accuracy may be needed in making repairs to electronic instruments or complex equipment, conducting laboratory tests, performing microscopic experiments.

16. Visual Demands: Visual demands include constantly reading documents for general understanding and for analytical purposes, routinely reviewing non-written materials such as instrumentation for analytical purposes and with a need for color vision.

Town of Duxbury is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled

Applications will be accepted starting on February 3, 2026, and posting will remain open on a rolling basis until filled.

Seasonal Assistant - Police Department

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:08:57 +0000

Job Title: Seasonal Assistant

Department: Police Department

Contract/Grade: Personnel Policies, Schedule B

Compensation: Full pay range $15.00 - $50.00, actual salary dependent upon qualifications.

FLSA Status: Part-time, non-exempt, non-benefit eligible

Reports To: Chief of Police, Sergeants and Lieutenants

1. Nature of Work: The purpose of this position is to direct and control traffic to ensure its smooth and safe flow. A Traffic Guard must demonstrate a firm commitment to carrying out assignments in a competent, timely and professional manner. The power of the Traffic Guard is strictly limited to the direction, control, and regulation of vehicular traffic. Such power shall only be exercised when in uniform and only while performing an official assignment given by the Police Department (The Department).

2. Supervision Required: Works under the general direction of the Police Chief or designee a Traffic Guard is utilized, at the sole discretion of the Police Chief, to direct traffic and facilitate the smooth flow of vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Upon request by a Police Officer, a Traffic Guard shall support, aid, and assist Police Officers in the lawful performance of their officer duties, within the scope of Traffic Guard duties as outlined in this job description.

3. Supervisory Responsibility: The Traffic Guard does not have supervisory responsibility over other personnel.

4. Confidentiality: Employee has regular access at the departmental to a wide variety of confidential information including citizen records, criminal investigations, and court records. Confidentiality must be maintained with regard to this information in accordance with Departmental Policy, State and Federal Laws, and the Public Records Act.

5. Accountability: Consequences of errors or poor judgment could severely jeopardize department operations and the delivery of public safety services, have adverse public relations and/or have extensive financial and legal repercussions to the town, property damage, personal injury and/or loss of life. A Traffic Guard is responsible for public and worker safety in high-risk environments and the proper set up and maintenance of traffic control devices. Must follow all legal and safety protocols. Errors in judgement or negligence can lead to accidents, injuries, and/or legal consequences. A Traffic Guard must report incidents and follow chain-of-command procedures.

6. Judgment: A Traffic Guard must use sound judgment to assess traffic conditions and adjust control measures. Respond to emergencies or unexpected hazards. Communicate effectively with drivers, pedestrians, work crew, and Police Officers. Requires the ability to stay calm under pressure and make quick, safety focused decisions.

7. Complexity: Assignments typically involve evaluation and interpretation of factors, conditions, and unusual circumstances; evaluating compliance with established policies or criteria; gathering, analyzing and evaluating facts. While the duties of a Traffic Guard may appear to be routine, the role involves being able to multitask (monitoring traffic, communicating, adjusting signage). Adapting to changing conditions (weather, traffic volume, emergencies). Having clear understanding in applying traffic regulations and department policy.

8. Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Employee interacts constantly with co-workers, the public and groups or individuals who have conflicting opinions or objectives, diverse points of view or differences direct and frequent interaction with the general public, including: drivers navigating through or around controlled areas, pedestrians crossing streets or walking near work zones, residents or business owners affected by traffic disruptions. Contact is often brief but critical, occurring in high-stress or fast-paced environments. Purpose of contact is to ensure public safety, provide information, enforce compliance and represent the Duxbury Police Department. Excellent communication and customer service skills are required involving professionalism, courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in resolving complaints or concerns of the public and in carrying out the required functions of the position. Communication style required; clear, calm, assertive, non-confrontational even when dealing with upset or impatient individuals. Ability to remain composed and respectful under pressure at all times.

9. Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

Directs and coordinates traffic around construction sites, during parades or emergencies using hand signals and signs at assigned locations, including manually directing traffic, operating traffic signal controls and placing and retrieving traffic cones and barricades to safely direct and control traffic flow as directed.
Traffic Guards shall be familiar with and conduct duties in accordance with the individual project’s Construction Zone Safety Plan; shall obey, without reservation, the regulations of the department and all lawful commands of Police Officers.
Upon request by a Police Officer, Traffic Guards shall support, aid, and assist Police Officers in the lawful performance of their official duties, within the scope of Traffic Guard duties as outlined in this job description.
Observes and reports hazardous conditions/situations to the appropriate designated Police contact.
Answer questions regarding detours and renders assistance to motorists when appropriate on duty and where appropriate.
Assists the public with information regarding directions, street locations, etc.
Communicates with other Traffic Guards, officers & construction personnel at the construction site.
Shall remain at the assigned location for the hours scheduled or until relieved.
Performs similar or related work as required or as situation dictates.
Communicate orally and in writing.

10. Recommended Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate, ability to complete training consistent with, certification by The American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) or similar instruction in traffic control (retired Police Officers may have this requirement waived), and valid Massachusetts Driver’s License. Must be CPR certified and have basic knowledge of first aid.

11. Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of Town of Duxbury traffic and parking bylaws, hand traffic signals, signs, cone/traffic patterns, and manual operation of traffic signals with little to no supervision during the course of the assignment. An initial traffic management class will be required for all Traffic Control Agents not formally Police Officers; the Town’s geography, streets, and businesses are required. Knowledge of the project management plan when working at construction locations..

Abilities: Ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with construction crews, Police Officers, motoring and pedestrian and the general public, governmental agencies, coworkers, other town employees, often in highly stressful situations. Ability to greet drivers and pedestrians with a friendly, outgoing manner and to interact with a diverse population is essential carry out required duties and responsibilities firmly, professionally, and impartially. Basic computer skills.

Skill: Strong attention to detail, assertiveness, clear communication, use of hand signals, identifying traffic patterns and manual operation of traffic signals; strong organizational skills to set up cones and maintain traffic patterns around construction sites. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

12. Work Environment: Work environment requires a high degree of individual tolerance to combinations of extremely unpleasant elements or mental stress from urgent time and attention demands of the utmost priority. The nature of the physical environment may be such that the employee’s personal well-being and/or safety are constantly compromised. Majority of work is performed outdoors with exposure to temperature extremes and inclement weather.

13. Occupational Risk: Duties regularly involve present frequent, recurring exposure to hazardous conditions associated with construction sites and working with/around moving traffic and to extreme weather conditions. Moderate to high noise levels resulting from construction equipment and machinery, as well as traffic.. Job frequently entails the possibility for serious injury or exposure to conditions that could result in total permanent disability or loss of life; work is performed in emergency situations. Extreme care and safety precautions are required at all times.

14. Physical and Mental Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand for extended periods of time, sit, talk, hear, walk on uneven terrain, run, use hands to handle or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms. Regularly climbs, stoops, crouches, kneels, and climbs. Vision and hearing must be at or correctable to normal ranges. Specific vision abilities include medium and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus and distinguish colors. Traffic Guards are required to detect odors. Frequently lifts up to 30 pounds, rarely lifts or moves up to 50 pounds. Strenuous physical effort is required when needed to defend, apprehend, suppress, and control suspects.

15. Motor Skills: Duties involve close hand and eye coordination, and physical dexterity Quick reflexes are important, must be alert to oncoming traffic and potential hazards.

16. Visual Demands: Visual demands include (with or without corrective lenses) to monitor traffic and reading signs. Vision must be at or correctable to normal ranges. Specific vision abilities, include medium, and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus and distinguish colors.

17. Hearing Demands: Must be at or correctable to normal range to be able to hear approaching vehicles, respond quickly to audible safety warnings. Be able to use and hear two-way radio communication and require the ability to distinguish speech over background noise.

Building Inspector - Part-Time

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:03:36 +0000

Position Title: Building Inspector

Department: Municipal Services

Status: FLSA non-exempt, part-time, not benefit eligible

Grade: Personnel Policies, Grade 7

Rate: Pay range begins at $29.97 - $40.46 per hour

Reports to: Director of Municipal Services

Schedule: 19.5 hours per week

Nature of Work: The Building Inspector is responsible for the enforcement and compliance with Federal, State and local codes, laws and zoning and other bylaws and all applicable regulations; oversees the issuance of required permits applicable to building or structure construction and/or renovation plans and zoning ordinance compliance. Employee conducts periodic inspections, maintains records, and issues Certificates of Inspection for existing buildings as required by statute including; places of assembly such as night clubs, restaurants, meeting halls, churches and schools, and for institutional uses, such as hospitals, nursing homes, jails and prisons, and residential uses, such as hotels, lodging houses, limited group residences and all multifamily structures.

Provides responsive service on all complaints of property owners, tenants and others; investigates alleged violations and takes action, if necessary. Employee is required to perform all similar or related duties.

Supervision Received: Under administrative direction of the Director of Municipal Services, in accordance with applicable provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws, and local bylaws. Works independently from municipal policies and objectives. Consults with the Director of Municipal Services when clarification of operating policies are needed, or where clarification, interpretation, or exception to municipal policy may be required. The employee/official exercises control in the development of departmental policies, goals, objectives and budgets. The employee/official is also expected to resolve all conflicts, which arise and coordinate with others as necessary.

Performs varied and responsible functions of a technical nature regarding considerable independent judgment in the; application, interpretation and enforcement of building codes, zoning bylaws and other applicable regulations, as well as in formulating decisions regarding policies, procedures, operations and plans at the department level.

Supervisory Responsibility: Employee does not supervise other employees.

Confidentiality: Employee has access to confidential information in accordance with the State Public Records law including official personnel files, department and client records as well as law suits. Confidentiality must be maintained with regard to this information in accordance with the Departmental Policy and Public Records Act.

Accountability: Consequences of errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment may include adverse public relations, personal injury, danger to public safety, legal repercussions, jeopardize programs, lower standards of service, sub-standard construction, monetary losses, damage to buildings and equipment, personal injuries, delay in service delivery or adverse public relations.

Judgment: The work requires examining, analyzing and evaluating facts and circumstances surrounding individual problems, situations, or transactions, and determining actions to be taken within the limits of standard or accepted practices. Guidelines include a large body of policies, practices, and precedents, which may be complex or conflicting, at times. Judgment is used in analyzing specific situations to determine appropriate actions. Employee is expected to weigh efficiency and relative priorities in conjunction with procedural concerns in decision making. Requires understanding, interpreting and enforcement of state laws and local ordinances.

Complexity: The work consists of the practical application of a variety of concepts, practices and specialized techniques relating to a professional or technical field. Assignments typically involve evaluation and interpretation of factors, conditions or unusual circumstances; inspecting, testing or evaluating compliance with established standards or criteria; gathering, analyzing and evaluating facts or data using specialized fact finding techniques; or determining the methods to accomplish the work.

Nature and Purpose of Relationships: Relationships are constantly with co-workers, the public and with groups and/or individuals such as civil leaders, peers from other organizations, representatives from professional organizations, and news media. The employee serves as a spokesperson or recognized authority of the organization in matters of substance or considerable importance. The employee deals with the public and other individuals on behalf of the department to communicate departmental practices, procedure, regulations or guidelines. May encounter individuals who have conflicting opinions or objectives, diverse points of view or differences where skillful negotiating and achieving compromise is required to secure support, concurrence and acceptance or compliance; or one-on-one relationships with a person who may be under severe stress, where gaining a high degree of persuasion may be required to obtain the desired effect. The employee represents to the public a functional area of the municipality on matters of procedures or policy where perceptiveness is required to analyze circumstances in order to act appropriately. Excellent communication and customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in resolving complaints and concerns of the public.

Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

1. Issues licenses for buildings, permits and inspections operations, provides advice to other Inspectors as required on code issues to ensure compliance with state and local laws and the enforcement of local zoning and other applicable State regulations or Town Bylaws; assists in the resolution of difficult inspection or code enforcement issues.

2. Observes conditions and issues notices for correction to persons responsible for conformance of state building and related codes; researches, obtains evidence and prepares informational reports concerning compliance or violations which have not been corrected.

3. Reviews architectural building plans and specifications involved for code requirements and approves plan for issuance of building permits as required by the Massachusetts State Building Code; reviews all plans and specifications for compliance with local zoning bylaws; inspects all work for compliance with approved plans.

4. Explains requirements, polices, procedures and ordinances; recommends compliance procedures to contractors, craft workers and owners relative to the mode or manner of construction and materials to be used in construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, demolition, removal, installation of equipment and the location, use, occupancy and maintenance of all buildings and structures.

5. Prepares and maintains inspection records and prepares reports for use by other Town officials, administrative or judicial authorities; confers with other code inspectors when necessary.

6. Attends public meetings as necessary to discuss codes, building construction or renovation plan reviews and other related issues.

7. Inspects new residential, commercial, industrial and other buildings during and after construction and upon completion and repair and alteration work, during process and upon completion for conformity with all code requirements and approved plans and with zoning restrictions to ensure that components such as footings, floor framing, completed framing, chimneys and stairways meet provisions of building, grading, zoning, and safety laws and approved plans, specifications and standards as needed; issues occupancy permits upon completion of requirements of all codes and statutes relating to public safety.

8. Responds to natural disaster emergencies; supervises damage team members and volunteers.

9. Keeps abreast of all changes or revisions to the State Building Codes and local zoning bylaws.

10. Maintains State required continuing education requirements by attending meetings and seminars.

11. Works in conjunction with the Fire Chief to ensure the safety of public assembly buildings.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Five or more years of prior work experience in the building construction, design or construction trades in a supervisory role and a degree in a related field

Special Requirements:

Valid Massachusetts Drivers License

Local Building Inspector's License preferred; must complete 3 certification tests within 12 months of hire and have prior written approval from the BBRS/BOCC to take the required exams.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skill:

Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of the state building code and related codes and of MGL Chapter 30B, Chapter 149 laws as well as ADA rules and guidelines and working knowledge of asbestos and environmental compliance regulations. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of building construction, inspection, and fire prevention, light, ventilation and safe egress; general knowledge of building construction equipment and materials, and the State building code, local bylaws; and other applicable state statutes, rules and regulations, knowledge of the Town's geography and principles and policies of personnel management and supervision.

Abilities: Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and plans, interpret and enforce in a firm, tactful and impartial manner state, local and federal laws including the State Building Code and local zoning bylaws. Ability to deal appropriately with the general public and members of the building community. Ability to understand engineering terminology and mathematical concepts. Ability to understand court procedures related to building and zoning issues. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Ability to make presentations effectively to public groups, boards and committees. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a detailed and effective manner, deal tactfully with disgruntled members of the public; ability to establish effective working relationships with department staff, owners, designers, contractors, subcontractors and other code enforcement or regulatory agencies.

Skill: Skill in the operation of all above mentioned tools and equipment. Proficient organizational oral and written communication skills; effective negotiation skills; proficient data processing skills. Excellent customer service and supervisory skills.

Work Environment: Working conditions involve exposure to intermittent machine or related noise and a combination of unpleasant elements such as odors, chemical fumes, dust, smoke, heat, cold, oil, dirt or grease. Work may involve occasional work at heights, or in confined or cramped quarters, or work around machinery and its moving parts. Work may also involve occasional mental stress, such as completing several unrelated tasks within a relatively short period of time. Employee may be required to work beyond normal business hours to attend evening meetings, and/or in response to emergencies on a 24/7 basis.

Occupational Risk: Duties generally do not generally present occupational risk, with only occasional exposure to risk when conducting field inspections. Personal injury could occur, however, through employee failure to properly follow safety precautions or procedures when assessing the structural integrity of a building. Examples of injury may include bruises from falls, minor cuts or burns, or muscular strains and serious personal injury while accessing construction sites.

Physical and Mental Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions.

Physical Skills: This position requires frequent light to moderate physical effort while performing inspections; must be able to access all areas and levels of a construction site, and is frequently required to spend several hours walking or standing. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms; frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. Performance of the essential functions may also require employee to climb or balance, stoop of kneel, crouch or crawl. May be required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Motor Skills: Duties involve assignments requiring application of hand and eye coordination with finger dexterity and motor coordination. Examples include moving objects, operating a telephone system, and/or most other office equipment, using a personal computer, typing filing, sorting, working with hand tools such as a hammer, screw driver or shovel, and operating a motor vehicle.

Visual Skills: Employee is required to read documents for general understanding and analytical purposes. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Posting begins November 12, 2025 and will remain open until filled.

Equipment Operator - Lands & Natural Resources

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:04:45 +0000

JOB TITLE: Equipment Operator - Lands & Natural Resources

LOCATION: Duxbury DPW- Lands and Natural Resources

POSITION GRADE/LEVEL: Grade 4

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt, full-time, benefit eligible

RATE RANGE: $24.98 - $32.40 per hour, in 8 steps

WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, plus additional hours as participation in Town-wide weather or emergency operations required.

SUPERVISION: Supervising Foreman/Aerial lift Operator

NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 1

Qualifications: High School diploma or G.E.D. with two (2) years of full time work experience and considerable, demonstrable knowledge and skill relative to practices, methods, and procedures regarding safety devices and equipment.

Special Requirements:

Valid Massachusetts Driver's License
2B and 4G Hydraulics
Class B CDL

Benefits:

75% town/25% employee paid: health insurance; Blue Cross and Blue Shield PPO & HMO plans
Defined benefit pension
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation, personal, and sick time
Clothing and Cleaning Allowance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Medical and dependent care flexible spending account

1. Nature of Work: Assists supervisor in any and all phases of the work, performs skilled wok as determined and assigned by supervisor for the Town's Lands and Natural Resources function. Makes frequent contact with co-workers and residents requiring calm, clear and courteous communication.

2. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Lands and Natural Resources supervisors. Operates equipment based on supervisor's general instructions who reviews performance for skill and efficiency and assist in cases of difficulty.

3. Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises temporary or seasonal employees as assigned.

6. Judgment: Guidelines may be given verbally, or through administrative or organizational policies or directives. Employee is expected to weigh efficiency and relative priorities in performing tasks to avoid breakdowns, handle emergency situations and ensure public and environmental safety.

7. Complexity: The work consists of the practical application of a variety of concepts, practices and specialized techniques relating to the Lands and Natural Resources function.

8. Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Employee interacts frequently with Town employees and the public. Excellent customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

1. Uses extensive knowledge and skill in the operation of trucks, equipment, and automobiles used in the various divisional work assignments.

2. Suggests modification to equipment for more sage and efficient operation.

3. Removes and prunes trees, chips debris and performs tasks related to the care and maintenance of Town owned lands.

4. Performs routine tasks in connection with care, upkeep, repair, marking and beautification of conservation land, highway and roads, such as but not limited to using and operating landscaping equipment and power tools, cutting grass, weeds and brush.

5. May be required to clean culverts, catch basins, drains and ditches; load and unload trucks and cars; spread sand or gravel.

6. Accepts deliveries of supplies and equipment.

7. Assists in training new employees in performing assigned duties.

8. Assists with grounds maintenance work at all facilities including mowing, string trimming, chain sawing, leaf and brush removal.

9. Participates in operation and ordinary maintenance of equipment, instructs employees in the correct and proper usage and keeps daily records of maintenance completed.

10. Performs similar tasks as assigned, including functions of those in a lower classification.

11. Cross trains with other Department employees.

12. Is available for overtime and call backs in the event of emergencies.

13. Participates in town-wide snow and ice removal operations.

10. Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of full time work experience and considerable, demonstrable knowledge and skill relative to practices, methods, and procedures regarding safety devices and equipment, such as chain saws, chippers and other related equipment. Must have extensive tree and natural resources knowledge, physical ability, agility, tree climbing, rope use, chain saw, in the tree and proper harness skills as well as prior and demonstrable ability to supervise and motivate other employees, deal effectively with fellow employees, supervisors and the general public or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Special Requirements: Must possess valid Massachusetts Driver's License, 2B and 4G Hydraulics and CDL Class B licenses.

11. Knowledge, Abilities and Skill:

1. Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations pertaining to tree and grounds care/operations.

2. Considerable and demonstrable skill, including those required of subordinate employees, in the use of tools and the operation of equipment required in the performance of tree and grounds care/work.

3. Ability to deal appropriately and harmoniously with public officials, the general public, supervisors and co-workers.

13. Occupational Risks: Duties regularly present potential risks of injuries from improper exposure that could result in loss of time from work. Examples of injuries include muscular strains and falls from heights. Special safety precautions, training, or protective clothing such as chaps, gloves, glasses, hats, helmets or boots will be required/provided.

Physical Demands: Work requires regular physical strength and effort daily, such as, lifting/dragging heavy objects up to 50 lbs. (or more in cases of emergency and/or with assistance), carrying objects and stacking them. In addition, pulling, pushing, standing, or walking for the full workday may be involved.

15. Motor Skills: Duties involve close hand and eye coordination and physical dexterity. Manipulation and motor control may require extreme accuracy.

16. Visual Demands: Visual demands include reading documents for general understanding, routinely reviewing non-written materials such as machinery and the need for color vision.

Posting begins September 25, 2025 and will remain open until filled.

Chief Water Treatment Operator

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 13:08:08 +0000

JOB TITLE: Chief Water Treatment Operator

LOCATION: Dept. Public Works - Water Dept

POSITION GRADE: Grade 8

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt, full-time, benefit-eligible

WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri, participation in town-wide emergencies and snow and ice removal operations required

REPORTS TO: Water/Sewer Superintendent

PAY RANGE: $33.87 - $43.09 in 8 steps

Town of Duxbury's Water/Sewer Department seeks qualified candidates for the full-time, Chief Water Treatment Operator with Massachusetts Drinking Water Treatment Grade 2T Full Status Certification.

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible, 40-hour-per-week position (typically Monday-to-Friday) involved in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the water treatment plant and related systems. This position supervises subordinate water/sewer employees in the performance of tasks, operates equipment and tools required for installation, maintenance, and repair of public water supply and sewer collection systems, and performs related duties. The pay range for this Grade 8, union, FLSA non-exempt position is $33.87 - $43.09 in eight (8) steps.

Minimum qualifications include: High school diploma (or equivalent), valid Massachusetts Driver’s License, Massachusetts Drinking Water Treatment Grade 2T Full Status Certification, and Cross Connection Surveyor/Tester certification.

Additional pay includes the following, as available:

· Overtime

· On Call Pay

· Progressive Licensing Stipends

Benefits include the following:

· 12 Paid holidays, sick, vacation, and personal time

· 75% town/25% employee paid

o health insurance; Blue Cross and Blue Shield PPO & HMO plans

o basic term life insurance ($5,000)

· 100% employee paid

o 457 retirement savings plans

o dental insurance

o whole life insurance

o short and long-term disability insurance

o critical Illness insurance

o accident insurance

o cancer insurance

o vision insurance

o pet insurance

· Defined benefit pension (payroll deducted instead of social security)

· Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts

1. Nature of Work: Assists the Superintendent and Director in any and all phases of the work, and in his/her absence assumes responsibility for construction, maintenance, and repair of the Town’s public water supply and treatment systems. Supervises subordinate water/sewer employees in the performance of tasks, operates equipment and tools required for installation, maintenance and repair of public water supply and sewer collection systems and performs related duties. Makes frequent contact with co-workers and residents requiring calm, clear and courteous communication.

2. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Water/Sewer Superintendent and DPW Director. Lays out projects and schedules based on the Superintendent and Director’s general instructions who review performance for skill and efficiency and assist in cases of difficulty.

3. Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises water/sewer treatment employees in performance of assigned tasks, requiring considerable judgement and discretion for most effective use of labor, equipment and materials. Reassigns or redirects work as necessary in response to needs, conditions or emergencies. Performs administrative duties of Superintendent during absences of brief duration. Elevates any issues or concerns regarding employee matters to the Superintendent.

6. Judgment: Guidelines may be given verbally, or through administrative or organizational policies or directives. Employee is expected to weigh efficiency and relative priorities in performing tasks to avoid breakdowns, handle emergency situations and ensure public and environmental safety in the operation of the public water supply and related systems.

7. Complexity: The work consists of the practical application of a variety of concepts, practices and specialized techniques relating to water/sewer treatment, systems and maintenance.

8. Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Employee interacts frequently with Town employees and the public. Excellent customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

1.) Directs subordinate employees in the performance of tasks ensuring work is performed safely and efficiently, and that all tools, equipment and materials are available.

2.) Schedules, assigns, directs and checks, daily and long range work/progress and provides related payroll reporting.

3.) Assists the Superintendent and Director in planning capital improvements, budget request, tools and supplies.

4.) Prepares operational and administrative reports as necessary.

5.) Elevates any issues or concerns to the Superintendent of subordinate employees, modified work techniques, procedures and policies as necessary to his/her supervisors.

6.) Acts as the Primary Operator of the public water supply.

7.) Maintains administrative records, plots underground structures, and maintains adequate supplies of chemicals, spare parts, tools and equipment to effectively operate a public water system.

8.) Prepares Statistical and Chemical dosage reports as required by the DEP and the Superintendent.

9.) Operates and maintains Evergreen green sand filter plant and other pumping stations and treatment facilities.

10.) Operates pumps and chemical dosing equipment.

11.) Reads and interprets flow meters, pH meters, pressure and water level gauges.

12.) Perform tests to determine chemical dosage i.e. pH, fluoride, chlorine, iron, manganese etc.

13.) Maintain records as required by state regulations and by the Superintendent i.e., daily pumpage, chemical dosage, well levels etc.

14.) Collect water quality samples i.e. bacteria, lead, copper, V.O.C.’s, P.C.E.’s. T.H.M.’s HAA5’s, S.O.C.’s.

15.) Operates and maintains stand by engines & generators to provide uninterrupted water and sewer service in the event of power failures.

16.) Assist in the operation and maintenance of the Waste Water Treatment Plant, associated lift stations, grinder pumps and collection systems for the Town’s shared septic and sewer systems.

17.) Accept deliveries of bulk chemicals, supplies and equipment.

18.) Plans, organizes and coordinates work to be completed with private contractors and other Department Heads as needed.

19.) Trains new employees in performing assigned duties.

20.) Schedules requests for mark outs of underground water/sewer piping for Dig Safe requests.

21.) Supervises pressure tests, disinfection of water lines and reads, installs and repairs for water meters and backflow prevention equipment.

22.) Inspects water/sewer mains and service installations.

23.) Performs and/or supervises all fire hydrant maintenance.

24.) Completes gate valve exercising and full system flushing programs.

25.) Responsible for all general repairs of water mains and service lines.

26.) Performs all trench inspections.

27.) Installs new service connections.

28.) Operates, maintains and inspects stand by engines and generators to provide uninterrupted water and sewer service in the event of power failures.

29.) Accepts deliveries of supplies and equipment.

30.) Performs regular testing of back flow prevention devices and surveys existing and new facilities for cross connections.

31.) Assists with grounds maintenance work at all facilities including mowing, string trimming, and chain sawing, leaf and brush removal.

32.) Participates in operation and ordinary maintenance of equipment, instructs employees in the correct and proper usage and keeps daily records of maintenance completed.

33.) Performs similar tasks as assigned, including functions of those in a lower classification.

34.) Is available for overtime and call backs in the event of emergencies.

35.) Cross train with other Water Department employees.

36.) Participates in town-wide snow and ice removal operations.

10. Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, five years of full time work experience and considerable, demonstrable knowledge and skill relative to practices, methods, and procedures regarding public water/sewer distribution and treatment systems and prior and demonstrable ability to supervise and motivate other employees, and deal effectively with fellow employees, supervisors and the general public or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Special Requirements: Must possess valid Massachusetts Driver’s License, Grade 3D-Distribution Drinking Water Supply Operator, Grade 2T Treatment certifications, Cross Connection Surveyor/Tester, CDL Class B license and Hydraulics license.

11. Knowledge, Abilities and Skill:

Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations pertaining to water/sewer distribution and treatment operations.

Considerable and demonstrable skill, including those required of subordinate employees, in the use of tools and the operation of equipment required in the performance of water/sewer distribution and treatment work.

3. Ability to deal appropriately and harmoniously with public officials, the general public, supervisors and co-workers.

13. Occupational Risks: Duties regularly present potential risks of injuries from improper exposure that could result in loss of time from work. Examples of injuries include burns from chemical, muscular strains, falls from heights in excess of three (3) feet and illness from exposure to communicable diseases. Special safety precautions, training, or protective clothing such as coats, gloves, glasses, hats or boots may be required.

Physical Demands: Work requires regular physical strength and effort daily, such as, lifting heavy objects up to 50 lbs., carrying objects and stacking them. In addition, pulling, pushing, standing, or walking for the full workday may be involved.

15. Motor Skills: Duties involve close hand and eye coordination and physical dexterity. Manipulation and motor control may require extreme accuracy.

Equipment Operator - Transfer Station

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 19:26:31 +0000

JOB TITLE: Equipment Operator - Transfer Station

DEPARTMENT: Department of Public Works

LOCATION: Transfer Station

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt, Full -Time, Benefit Eligible

POSITION GRADE: Grade 4

RATE RANGE: Pay range is $24.98 - $32.40 per hour, in eight steps

CONTRACT: AFSCME Council 93, Local 1700

WORK SCHEDULE: Wed.-Sun., 40 hours per week, plus participates in town-wide snow and ice removal operations, required

BENEFITS: 75% town/25% employee paid: health insurance; Blue Cross and Blue Shield PPO & HMO plans

Defined benefit pension
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation Pay
Personal Time Off Days
Sick Leave
Clothing and Cleaning Allowance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Medical and dependent care flexible spending account

1. Nature of Work: Performs skilled work within the Department of Public Works as determined and assigned by a Manager or Superintendent in the Public Works Department.

2. Supervision Received: Receives instructions and work specifications from Foreman, Operations Manager or DPW Director and communicates to fellow workers Works under the supervision of an employee of a higher grade who assigns work, reviews performance for skill and efficiency, and assists in cases of difficulty.

3. Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises temporary or seasonal employees as assigned.

7. Complexity: The work consists of the practical application of a variety of concepts, practices and specialized techniques relating to custodial and maintenance work.

8. Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Employee interacts frequently with Town employees and the public. Customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

1. Uses extensive knowledge and skill for repair, maintenance and modification various work assignments.

2. Suggests modifications to equipment for safer and more efficient operation, constructs and installs as directed.

3. Maintains records and reports, in the absence of the Foreman.

4. Performs similar tasks as assigned, including functions of those in a lower classification.

5. Operation of mechanical equipment requiring specialized skills and licenses such as a backhoe, loader, large trucks, tractors, etc.

6. Works under limited supervision; performs specialized tasks.

7. Hauls trash to off-site location using Class A license.

8. Participates in town-wide snow and ice removal operations.

9. Responsible for processing of financial transactions via credit card and check from the public

10. Trains new employees in performing assigned duties.

10. Recommended Minimum Qualification:

Education and Experience: High School diploma or G.E.D. with three (3) years of experience in operation of mechanical equipment assigned to the division such as a road grader, backhoe, and trucks to perform maintenance, repair and tasks assigned, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential function of the position.

Special Requirements: Valid Massachusetts Driver's License, Hydraulics 2B, and Class B CDL.

11. Knowledge, Abilities and Skill:

1. Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods under varying climatic conditions.

2. Ability to understand and apply verbal and written instructions.

3. Knowledge of the operation of necessary equipment and tools used in the performance of assigned work.

4. Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with fellow employees, supervisors, and the general public.

12. Work Environment: The nature of duties may involve continuous presence of unpleasant or irritating elements, such as noise, odors, chemicals, fumes, dust, smoke, heat, cold, oil, dirt, or grease. Work is performed indoors and outdoors regardless of weather conditions.

13. Occupational Risks: Duties regularly present potential risks of injuries from improper exposure that could result in loss of time from work. Examples of injuries include burns from chemical, muscular strains, falls from heights in excess of three (3) feet, and potential exposure to communicable diseases. Special safety precautions, training, or protective clothing such as gowns, coats, gloves, glasses, hats, or boots may be required.

15. Motor Skills: Duties involve close hand and eye coordination and physical dexterity. Manipulation and motor control may require extreme accuracy.

The Town of Duxbury provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Saving Plans (457b), a Pension Plan, Life Insurance, 12+ Paid Holidays, Personal Time, Vacation Time, Sick-Time, Pet Insurance, Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance, EAP, FSA, Employee Discounts, and more.

Lands & Natural Resources Manager

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:46:39 +0000

Job Title: Lands & Natural Resources Manager

Department: Department of Public Works – Lands & Natural Resources Division

Contract/Grade: Personnel Policies (non-union), Grade 10

Compensation: Hiring range $73,599 - $86,100. Full pay range $73,599 - $99,360. Actual salary dependent upon qualifications.

FLSA Status: Full Time – Exempt, benefit-eligible

Reports to: Director of Public Works

Number of Openings: 1

Start Date: July 1, 2026

1. Nature of Work: This position is responsible for the management of the daily operations of the assigned functions in the Department of Public Works including Tree and Grounds, Town Building and Fuel Depot. Employee is required to perform all similar or related duties.

2. Supervision Received: Under the direct supervision of the DPW Director, the employee plans and carries out the regular work in accordance with standard practices and previous training, with substantial responsibility for determining the sequence and timing of action and substantial independence in planning and organizing the work activities, including determining the work methods. The employee is expected to solve through experienced judgment most problems of detail or unusual situations by adapting methods or interpreting instructions to resolve the particular problem. Instructions for new assignments or special projects usually consist of statements of desired objectives, deadlines and priorities. Technical and policy problems or changes in procedures are discussed with supervisor, but ordinarily the employee plans the work, lays it out and carries it through to completion independently. Work is generally reviewed only for technical adequacy appropriateness of actions or decisions, and conformance with policy or other requirements; the methods arriving at the end result is not usually reviewed in detail.

3. Supervisory Responsibility: Employee has direct supervision of all subordinate full time and part time positions as well as seasonal employees. Employee, as a regular and continuing part of the job, is accountable for the quality and quantity of work done by subordinates and assures the accomplishment of the assigned work in the prescribed manner. Supervisory functions typically consist of most of the following: plans, schedules and coordinates work operations to meet schedules, deadlines and priorities; revises work schedules to meet changes in workload or availability of manpower; recommends and justifies to higher levels of management changes in the organization of work, work methods or assignment of functions to positions that may affect staffing patterns, costs, work standards, etc; assures that completed work meets the required standard of quality, timeliness and cost, taking corrective actions as necessary; oversees attendance and leave, typically including approval or ordinary sick and vacation schedules; advises employees or performance requirements and prepares formal evaluations of performance; informs subordinates or organizational policies, goals and procedures; resolves employee complaints and effects disciplinary actions, such as oral warnings and reprimands.

6. Judgment: The work requires examining, analyzing and evaluating facts and circumstances surrounding individual problems, situations, or transactions, and determining actions to be taken within the limits of standard or accepted practices. Guidelines may be in the form of administrative or organizational policies, general principles, legislation or directives that pertain to the operational area. Judgment is used in analyzing specific situations to determine appropriate actions. Employee is expected to weigh efficiency and relative priorities in conjunction with decision making. Requires understanding, interpreting and applying complex federal, state and local regulations.

7. Complexity: The work consists of employing many different concepts, theories, principles, techniques and practices relating to an administrative field. Assignments typically concern such matters as studying trends in the field for application to the work; assessing services and recommending improvements; planning long range projects; devising new techniques for application to the work, recommending policies, standards or criteria.

8. Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Employee interacts constantly with co-workers, the public, groups and/or individuals such as civic leaders, peers from the other organizations, representatives of professional organizations, and news media. The employee deals with the public and other individuals on behalf of the department to communicate departmental practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines. Excellent communication and customer service skills are required involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in resolving complaints or concerns of the public.

9. Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

1. Plans, assigns, schedules and directs department personnel and equipment in projects as assigned by the Director. Routine responsibilities include key functions such as tree, turf, irrigation and all playfields maintenance. Implements and completes a Town Buildings maintenance program, maintains adequate stock, surveys conditions of and maintenance of facilities and properties, maintains and provides emergency response to physical conditions threatening life or property.

2. Assists in the development of bid specifications for equipment and supplies, evaluates bids received and recommends purchase of these items.

3. Assists in the preparation of the operating and capital budget for the department; continually monitors the budget during the course of the year and recommends adjustments as necessary in the spending plan to conform to the appropriated levels and department needs and objectives.

4. Regularly surveys the condition of the Town’s infrastructure and offers appropriate recommendations on programs to maintain and improve the infrastructure; responds immediately to minor problems identified as a result of such ongoing survey.

5. Complete necessary reports, including filings for federal and state grant reimbursement and approves routine billings by vendors.

6. Responds to citizens’ requests for services or in relation to specific problems. Attends public meetings and meetings with citizens’ boards and commissions to provide advice, assistance and information on department matters.

7. Serves as the Town Tree Warden, assist the Town Fields committee, meets regularly with the Recreation Director and School Business Agent to facilitate fields development and use. Works closely with building(s) managers and tenants to identify needs for building(s) suitability and function.

8. Makes recommendations for heavy equipment replacements.

9. Supervises architects and consultants for various projects.

10.Prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports, including a physical inventory.

11. Serves as Tree Warden and attends all tree hearings.

10. Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Graduate of a two year college with a Associate’s degree with three to five (3-5) years related work experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform and essential functions of the job.

Special Requirements: Valid Class B Drivers License, Arborist Certifications, Pesticide License

11. Knowledge, Abilities and Skill

Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of the materials, methods and techniques relative to department operations including landscaping, earth moving, basic engineering, building upkeep, equipment specifications and purchasing, irrigation, turf management, and arbor culture.

Abilities: Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of groups of employees engaged in department operations; ability to interpret engineering plans and specifications in field applications; basic computer skills and mathematical skills; ability to work effectively under time constraints to meet deadlines; ability to prepare and manage budgets and departmental finance; ability to remain calm, concentrate and perform all responsibilities in a competent manner at all times; ability to communicate effectively with general public, officials and department employee both orally and in writing.

Skill: Excellent organization skills; excellent data base and spreadsheet application skills; and excellent written and oral communication skills.

12. Work Environment: Working conditions involve exposure to intermittent machine or related noise or a combination of unpleasant elements such as odors, chemical fumes, smoke, heat, cold, oil, dirt or grease. Includes work under typical shop conditions or outdoor work that is suspended when weather conditions are poor. Work may involve general cleaning, occasional work at heights or in confined or cramped quarters, or work around machinery and its moving parts. Work may also involve occasional mental stress, such as completing several unrelated tasks within a relatively short period of time. Employee may be required to work beyond normal business hours to attend evening meetings or to respond to emergencies.

13. Occupational Risk: Duties may involve frequent, recurring exposure to hazardous conditions such as working at heights in excess of thirty feet or with dangerous equipment or high voltage sources. Job frequently entails the possibility for serious injury or exposure to conditions that could result in total permanent disability or loss of life. For example, work at heights in excess of thirty feet during extreme weather conditions. Extreme care and safety precautions are required at all times.

14. Physical and Mental Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.

Physical Demands: Work requires moderate intermittent physical strength and effort daily, such as, lifting heavy objects, carrying the object(s) (up to 50 lbs.) and stacking them or placing them in a vehicle or storage area. In addition, pulling, pushing, standing, or walking for the full workday may also be involved. A great deal of physical effort must be exerted at this level. Travel, particularly during adverse weather conditions and troublesome road conditions and at all times of the day, is required.

15. Motor Skills: Duties may involve assignments requiring application of hand and eye coordination with finger dexterity and motor coordination. Examples include operating a motor vehicle, using a personal computer or climbing a ladder.

Full Benefit Package

75% town/25% employee paid health insurance; Blue Cross and Blue Shield PPO & HMO plans
Defined benefit pension
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation Pay
Personal Time Off Days
Sick Leave
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Medical and dependent care flexible spending account

Assistant Town Accountant

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:00:47 +0000

JOB TITLE: Assistant Town Accountant

DEPARTMENT: Accounting

FLSA STATUS: Exempt, full-time, benefit-eligible

POSITION GRADE: Grade 8, Personnel Policies, Management Provision, (non-union)

COMPENSATION: Hiring range $32.10 - $37.72 per hour. Full range $32.10 - $43.33

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week

SUPERVISOR: Town Accountant

START DATE: Position available July 1, 2026

Statement of Duties: The Assistant Town Accountant performs a variety of responsible accounting duties requiring the use of judgment in accordance with state, federal, and local regulations and policies, and in accordance with standard municipal accounting practices, administrative, and clerical services in support of the operation of the accounting department. Employee is required to perform all similar or related duties.

Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Town Accountant. The employee is expected to solve through experience judgement most problems of detail or unusual situations by adapting methods or interpreting instructions to resolve the particular problem. Instructions for new assignments or special projects usually consist of statements of desired objectives, deadlines and priorities. Technical and policy problems or changes in procedures are discussed with supervisor, but ordinarily the employee plans the work, lays it out and carries it through completion independently. Work is generally reviewed for technical adequacy, appropriateness of actions or decisions, and conformance with policy or other requirements; the methods used in arriving at the end result are not usually reviewed in detail.

Supervisory Responsibility: Not applicable.

Confidentiality: Employee has access to department-wide confidential information, including employee records, information related to the financial implications of litigation, collective bargaining agreements, the related processes, and other finance related matters including during the process of collective bargaining. Confidentiality must be maintained at all times with regard to this information in accordance with Departmental policy, federal, state and local laws and Public Records Act.

Accountability: Consequences of errors, missed deadlines, or poor judgment could severely jeopardize department operations, or result in a delay of service, confusion, monetary loss, or have extensive financial and/or legal repercussions and adverse public relations for the Town of Duxbury.

Judgment: Experienced professional judgement is required at all times including related knowledge of relevant practices, procedures, regulations, or guidelines.

Complexity: Work consists of employing many different concepts, theories, principles, techniques, and practices. Assignments typically concern such matters as studying regulatory changes, assessing services and recommending improvements, devising new techniques for application to the work, and recommending procedures, standards, or criteria.

Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Employee regularly interacts with co-workers, department heads, Town officials, and vendors. Contact is by telephone, in person, and via written correspondence. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills are required, involving courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in resolving complaints or concerns of the public and/or employees.

Essential Function: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Performs monthly reconciliation of cash, withholdings, and receivables, and researches and resolves discrepancies identified during monthly cycles, working closely with all departments.
Oversees weekly deposits are posted to the proper accounts and serves as backup for processing.
Under the direction of the Town Accountant, prepares correcting journal entries and works with departments to correct and prevent errors.
Monitors all state and federal grants received by the Town. Performs monthly analysis and communicates with departments the status of their grants, confirming that reimbursements are submitted timely. Creates new accounts in the computer system as needed and maintains organized files of all grant paperwork.
Provides support to the Accounts Payable Bookkeeper and Payroll Specialist and serves as backup during their absence.
Understands and assists the Town Accountant in the interpretation of all collective bargaining agreements, employment contracts, and Personnel Policies By-law.
Scans and maintains digital copies of all relevant accounting records. Archives paper records according to state and departmental procedures.
Provides training for departments and end-users in the use of the town’s computerized accounting software systems.
Compiles end-of-year school report and annual town report workbook for review by the Town Accountant.
Performs other special projects, including research, analysis, data collection, and reporting on special projects as needed by the Town Accountant or Finance Director.
Performs a variety of clerical duties as required, including answering the telephone, ordering supplies, and responding to public records requests
Exercises professionalism and sound judgement.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Associate degree in accounting or finance or equivalent with three to five (3-5) years of professional accounting experience, preferably municipal accounting or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Knowledge of UMAS, and proficiency in the use of Microsoft business Office software programs, e.g., Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Special Requirements: Municipal accounting experience preferred. Employee must have strong customer service and interpersonal skills, and a valid driver’s license. Some travel by personal automobile may be required from time to time.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Knowledge: Working knowledge of municipal accounting principles, practices, and budgetary functions. Working knowledge of computer applications for financial management.

Abilities: Ability to interact effectively and appropriately with the public and other personnel; ability to perform multiple tasks and maintain confidential information. Strong attention to detail and be adept in handling stressful situations.

Skills: Effective organization skills and ability to perform duties without direct supervision. Excellent communication skills. Excellent computer skills.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.

Physical Demands: Work effort principally involves sitting to perform work tasks, with intermittent periods of stooping, walking, and standing. There may also be occasional lifting of objects such as books, office equipment, and computer paper. Regular interruptions to assist other Town department staff. May spend extended periods at a computer, on the telephone, or operating other office machines. The duties of this job require the employee to sit and talk or hear, to walk and climb stairs, regularly lift and carry files, documents, and records, up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Motor Skills: Duties require hand and eye coordination, with finger dexterity and motor coordination. Examples include moving objects, operating a telephone, a personal computer, and/or most other office equipment, typing, and/or word processing, filing, sorting papers, and operating a motor vehicle.

Visual Demands: Visual demands require the employee to constantly read documents/computer screen for general understanding, accuracy, and analytical purposes. The employee is required to distinguish colors.

Benefits:

75% town/25% employee paid health insurance; Blue Cross and Blue Shield PPO & HMO plans
Defined benefit pension
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation Pay
Personal Time Off Days
Sick Leave
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Medical and dependent care flexible spending account

Social Day Program Assistant - Part-time

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:59:48 +0000

JOB TITLE: Social Day Program Assistant (part-time)

GRADE: Grade 3, Personnel Policies (not benefit eligible)

PAY RANGE: $24.98-$33.72 per hour, dependent on qualifications

LOCATION: The Center

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

WORK SCHEDULE: Part time, Monday & Wednesday 8:30am-3:30pm, 14 hours per week

SUPERVISION: Social Day Program Manager/COA Director

Statement of Duties: The Social Day Program Assistant assists the Program Manager in executing a variety of regular weekly or monthly activities. Employee is required to perform all similar or related duties.

Supervision Required: Under general supervision of the Social Day Program Manager, the employee is familiar with the work routine and uses initiative in carrying out recurring assignments independently with specific instruction. The supervisor provides additional, specific instruction for new, difficult or unusual assignments, including suggested work methods. The employee is expected to recognize instances which are out of the ordinary and which do not fall within existing instructions; the employee is then expected to seek advice and further instructions. Reviews and checks of the employee’s work are applied to an extent sufficient to keep the supervisor aware of progress, and to ensure that completed work and methods used are technically accurate and that instructions are being followed.

Supervisory Responsibility: Upon the absence of the program manager, the employee, as a regular and continuing part of the job, leads other workers and volunteers in accomplishing assigned work and also performs non-supervisory work that is usually of the same kind and levels as is done by the group led. The work leader is responsible to his/her supervisor for assuring that the work assignments of other workers and volunteers are carried out by performing duties which typically consist of most of the following: distributes and balances workload among employees in accordance with established workflow and job specialization; assures timely completion of work; instructs employees in specific tasks or explains work methods to be employed and indicated applicable reference material and guidelines; checks work progress and reviews completed work to see that instructions have been carried out; answers questions and resolves problems that arise in the work; provides on-the-job training to new employees; reports to the supervisor on disciplinary problems, performance and training needs of employees; resolves simple, informal complaints of employees and refers others to the supervisor; may approve leave for a few hours or for emergencies.

Confidentiality: Has access to some confidential information obtained during performance of regular position responsibilities in accordance with the State Public Records Law.

Accountability: Consequences of errors missed deadlines, or poor judgment may include legal repercussions, personal injury and danger to the health/safety of program members.

Judgment: Well-defined or detailed rules, instructions, and procedures cover all aspects of work. Judgment involves choosing the appropriate practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines to apply in each case.

Complexity: The work consists of a variety of duties which generally follow standardized practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines. The sequence of work and/or the procedures followed vary according to the nature of the transaction and/or the information involved, or sought, in a particular situation.

Work Environment: The work environment involves everyday discomforts typical of offices, with occasional exposure to outside elements. Noise or physical surroundings may be distracting, but conditions are generally not unpleasant. Employee may be required to work beyond normal business hours to attend evening meetings.

Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Relationships with co-workers and the public involving frequent explanation, discussion or interpretation of practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines in order to render service, plan or coordinate work efforts, or resolve operating problems. Other regular contacts are with service recipients and employees of outside organizations such as vendors. More than ordinary courtesy, tact, and diplomacy may be required to resolve complaints or deal with hostile, uncooperative or uninformed persons.

Occupational Risk: Duties generally do not present occupational risk with only occasional exposure to risk or stress. Minor injury could occur, however, through employee failure to properly follow safety precautions or procedures. Examples of injury include minor bruises from falls, minor cuts or burns, or minor muscular strains from lifting or carrying heavy equipment or materials.

Essential Functions:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Assists Social Day Program Manager in the execution of activities.
Able to lead the program in the Manager’s absence.
Able to use Smart Technology to co-facilitate programs.
Prepares monthly calendar.
Inputs attendance using Schedules Plus.
Creates invoices and posts payments for participants.
Creates monthly reports that are submitted to Director for meal and transportation reimbursement.
Type and mail letters to families as needed.
Maintains safety for all members at all times.
Communicates with participants in a comfortable fashion with genuine interest, compassion and concern for their needs and feelings.
Maintains good communication with caregivers.
Provides guidance to the volunteers who assist with the program activities.
Oversees the program and preforms all related duties in the Program Manager's absence.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: High School degree or equivalent with one to three (1-3) years related work experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Must have experience working with people with Alzheimer's Disease.

Special Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license and pass a CORI/SORI and background check. CPR Certification preferred.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skill

Knowledge: Some knowledge and/or training in gerontology or social services.

Abilities: Ability to meet and deal with program members and their families effectively and appropriately; ability to handle problems and emergencies effectively; ability to relate to older adults in a comfortable fashion with genuine interest, compassion and concern for their needs and feelings; ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing; ability to operate a computer; ability to maintain confidential information; ability to deal with members that are experiencing behavioral challenges.

Skill: Basic organizational skills; basic data processing skill in the use of personal computers.

Physical and Mental Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.

Physical Demands: Moderate physical demands are required to perform the work. Work effort principally involves sitting to perform work tasks, with intermittent periods of stooping, walking, and standing. There may also be some occasional lifting of objects such as office equipment, tables and chairs. The job requires energy and stamina to meet the needs of the members for a 6-hour time period.

Motor Skills: Duties are largely mental rather than physical, but the job may occasionally require moderate motor skills for activities such as moving objects, operating a telephone system, computer and/or most other office equipment, typing and/or word processing, filing, and sorting of paper.

Visual Demands: Position requires the employee to occasionally read documents and reports for understanding and analytical purposes.

Water Safety Instructor

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 16:38:23 +0000

JOB TITLE: Water Safety Instructor
COMPENSATION: Begins at $17.00 per hour
SALARY GRADE: FLSA Non-Exempt, Not benefit eligible, Personnel Plan, Schedule B
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the direct supervision of the Aquatic Supervisors.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Statement of Duties: This position is responsible for serving as a Swim Lesson Instructor at the town swimming pool, the operation and cleanliness of the pool and the adjoining facility in a safe and effective manner; teach swimming lessons, collects fees, responding to customer inquiries and providing information pertaining to the operation of the pool as necessary. Attend training programs in order to maintain certification requirements of the position.

Supervision Required: Under general supervision of the Aquatic Supervisors, the employee is familiar with the work routine and carries out recurring assignments independently with specific instruction. The supervisor provides additional, specific instruction for new, difficult or unusual assignments, including suggested work methods. The employee is expected to recognize instances which are out of the ordinary and which do not fall within existing instructions; the employee is then expected to seek advice and further instructions. Supervisor reviews and checks of the employee's work and methods used are technically accurate and that instructions are being followed.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Confidentiality: Employee may have access to confidential information in accordance with the State Public Records and HIPAA Patient Confidentiality Laws.

Accountability: Consequences of errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment may include adverse public relations, monetary loss, legal repercussions, labor/material costs and danger to public health/safety.

Judgment: Numerous standardized practices, procedures, or general instructions govern the work and in some cases, may require additional interpretation. Judgment is needed to locate, select and apply the most pertinent practice, procedure, regulation or guideline.

Complexity: The work consists of a variety of duties which generally follow standardized practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines. The sequence of work and/or the procedures followed vary may according to the nature of the transaction and/or the information involved, or sought, in a particular situation.

Work Environment: The work environment involves everyday discomforts typical of an indoor pool facility, with occasional exposure to outside elements. Noise or physical surroundings may be distracting, but conditions are generally not unpleasant. Employee may be required to work beyond normal business hours.

Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Relationships with co-workers and the public involving frequent explanation, discussion or interpretation of practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines in order to render service, plan or coordinate work efforts, or resolve operating problems. Other regular contacts are with service recipients and employees of outside organizations such as vendors doing business with the department. More than ordinary courtesy, tact, and diplomacy may be required to resolve complaints or deal with hostile, uncooperative or uninformed persons.

Occupational Risk: Duties of the job present little potential for injury.

Essential Functions:

Opens pool and/or closes it down, depending on schedule and hours.
Monitors pool-related activities closely throughout shift and identifies any safety issues.
Directs swimmers out of the pool if necessary in hazardous conditions.
Provides swimming lessons and swim team coaching when available.
Maintains a clean environment in and around the pool and surrounding areas.
Provides assistance to patrons when appropriate or necessary.
Responsible for maintenance, either manually or by computer, of departmental records.
Collects money for the department.
Assists the public, other town departments and vendors by furnishing a variety of routine information and assistance and resolving minor problems and complaints.
Answers the telephone and takes messages; directs calls to appropriate person.
Assists in filling out forms and applications.
Collects fees and/or fines and maintain associated records.
May assist in the development of notices, flyers, brochures and other information materials about programs and services.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Knowledge of water safety practices, recreation and leisure activities and ability to relate to youth/adolescents and their families. Basic knowledge of pool chemistry and daily operational requirements to ensure that the pool functions in an efficient, cost effective manner, and that services ensure public safety. Proficient oral and written communication skills. Effective time management and customer service skills. Ability to develop effective and constructive working relationships with adults of all ages, children/adolescents and service providers. Must be physically fit in order to participate in department-sponsored activities or programs or have any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Special Requirements: Must be at least age 15 (fifteen) years old. Must possess the following certifications: First Aid, and CPR with AED. Must have or acquire Swim Lesson Instructor Training provided by The Percy Walker Pool. Must be able to pass a pre-employment CORI/SORI and background screenings.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skill

Knowledge: Common policies, practices and procedures of the department and office operations; laws and regulations pertinent to position functions.

Abilities: Ability to interact effectively and appropriately with the public and other personnel, perform multiple tasks and maintain confidential information.

Skills: Water safety and recreation, written and oral communication skills.

Physical and Mental Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions.

Physical Demands: Moderate physical demands are required to perform the work. Work effort principally involves swimming, reaching, standing, lifting, sitting to perform work tasks, with intermittent periods of stooping, squatting and running.

Motor Skills: Duties are largely mental and physical, but the job may occasionally require motor skills for activities such as moving objects, operating a telephone system, computer and/or most other office equipment.

Visual Demands: Visual demands include constantly scanning the pool and pool deck for safety purposes.

Lifeguard

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 17:40:01 +0000

JOB TITLE: Lifeguard

COMPENSATION: Begins at $15.00 per hour

SALARY GRADE: FLSA Non Exempt, Not benefit eligible, Personnel Plan, Schedule B

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the direct supervision of the Aquatic Supervisors.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Statement of Duties: This position is responsible for serving as a lifeguard at the town swimming pool, attending training programs to maintain certification requirements, the operation and cleanliness of the pool and the related facility in a safe and effective manner, collecting fees, responding to customer inquiries and providing information to the public pertaining to the operation of the pool as necessary. Employee is required to perform all similar or related duties.

Supervision Required: Under general supervision of the Aquatic Supervisors, the employee is familiar with the work routine and carries out recurring assignments independently with specific instruction. The supervisor provides additional, specific instruction for new, difficult or unusual assignments, including suggested work methods. The employee is expected to recognize instances which are out of the ordinary and which do not fall within existing instructions; the employee is then expected to seek advice and further instructions. Supervisor reviews and checks of the employeeâ€™s work and methods used are technically accurate and that instructions are being followed.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Confidentiality: Employee may have access to confidential information in accordance with the State Public Records and HIPAA Patient Confidentiality Laws.

Accountability: Consequences of errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment may include adverse public relations, monetary loss, legal repercussions, labor/material costs and danger to public health/safety.

Judgment: Numerous standardized practices, procedures, or general instructions govern the work and, in some cases, may require additional interpretation. Judgment is needed to locate, select and apply the most pertinent practice, procedure, regulation or guideline.

Complexity: The work consists of a variety of duties which generally follow standardized practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines. The sequence of work and/or the procedures followed vary may according to the nature of the transaction and/or the information involved, or sought, in a particular situation.

Work Environment: The work environment involves everyday discomforts typical of an indoor pool facility, with occasional exposure to outside elements. Noise or physical surroundings may be distracting, but conditions are generally not unpleasant. Employee may be required to work beyond normal business hours.

Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Relationships with co-workers and the public involving frequent explanation, discussion or interpretation of practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines in order to render service, plan or coordinate work efforts, or resolve operating problems. Other regular contacts are with service recipients and employees of outside organizations such as vendors doing business with the department. More than ordinary courtesy, tact, and diplomacy may be required to resolve complaints or deal with hostile, uncooperative or uninformed persons.

Occupational Risk: Duties of the job present little potential for injury.

Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

1. Opens pool and/or closes it down, depending on schedule and hours.

2. Treats pool with appropriate concentration of chemicals on a regular schedule.

3. Monitors pool-related activities closely throughout shift and identifies any safety issues.

4. Directs swimmers out of the pool, if necessary, in hazardous conditions.

5. Organizes and oversee pool parties.

6. Provides swimming lessons and swim team coaching when available.

7. Maintains a clean environment in and around the pool and surrounding areas.

8. Provides assistance to patrons when appropriate or necessary.

9. Responsible for maintenance, either manually or by computer, of departmental records.

10. Collects money for the department.

11. Assists the public, other town departments and vendors by furnishing a variety of routine information and assistance and resolving minor problems and complaints.

12. Answers the telephone and takes messages; directs calls to appropriate person.

13. Assists in filling out forms and applications.

14. Collects fees and/or fines and maintain associated records.

15. May assist in the development of notices, flyers, brochures and other information materials about programs and services.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Knowledge of water safety practices, recreation and leisure activities and ability to relate to youth/adolescents and their families. Basic knowledge of pool chemistry and daily operational requirements to ensure that the pool functions in an efficient, cost-effective manner, and that services ensure public safety. Proficient oral and written communication skills. Effective time management and customer service skills. Ability to develop effective and constructive working relationships with adults of all ages, children/adolescents and service providers. Must be physically fit in order to participate in department-sponsored activities or programs or have any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Lifeguards required by law to be at least age 15 years old.

Special Requirements: Must be able to pass a pre-employment CORI/SORI and background screenings and possess the following certifications: Lifeguard. First Aid, and CPR with AED.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skill

Knowledge: Common policies, practices and procedures of the department and office operations; laws and regulations pertinent to position functions.

Abilities: Ability to interact effectively and appropriately with the public and other personnel, perform multiple tasks and maintain confidential information.

Skills: Water safety and recreation, written and oral communication skills.

Physical and Mental Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the positionâ€™s essential functions.

Physical Demands: Moderate physical demands are required to perform the work. Work effort principally involves swimming, reaching, standing, lifting, sitting to perform work tasks, with intermittent periods of stooping, squatting and running.

Motor Skills: Duties are largely mental and physical, but the job may occasionally require motor skills for activities such as moving objects, operating a telephone system, computer and/or most other office equipment.

Visual Demands: Visual demands include constantly scanning the pool and pool deck for safety purposes.

This job will be posted March 30, 2023 and will remain open on a rolling basis

Recreation Specialist

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 17:18:59 +0000

JOB TITLE: Recreation Specialist

POSITION GRADE/LEVEL: Non-benefit eligible, Part-Time - Schedule B

RATE RANGE: $15.00 per hour and up (dependent upon qualifications)

LOCATION: Recreation Department

WORK SCHEDULE: Variable as needed per program

SUPERVISION: Recreation Director

Statement of Duties: The employee is responsible for the conduct and instruction of a specific recreation activity, or several related activities at a single facility or at a variety of facilities and localities. The employee may serve as an instructor in a specialty field of recreation as scheduled, with considerable freedom as to approach, method and subject material. This position may involve the actual conduct of the activity or the organization and initiation of activity groups Classes are nonacademic, demonstrational and participational in nature, and designed to develop hobbies in people which they can continue when the instruction is finished. The Recreation Specialist may direct and supervise the work of recreation leaders, non-professional personnel, and volunteers who may be assigned to assist in the instructional phase of the specified activity. Employee is required to perform all similar or related duties as required.

Supervision Required: Under the general direction of the Director and Assistant Director, the employee plans and carries out the regular work in accordance with standard practices and previous training. Employee has substantial responsibility for determining the sequence and timing of action and substantial independence in planning and organizing the work activities, including determining the work methods. The employee is expected to solve problems by adapting methods or interpreting instructions to resolve the particular problem. Instructions for new assignments or special projects usually consist of statements of desired objectives, deadlines and priorities. Technical and policy problems or changes in procedures are discussed with supervisor, but ordinarily the employee plans and carries out work independently. Work is generally reviewed for technical adequacy, appropriateness of actions or decisions, and conformance with policy or other requirements.

Supervisory Responsibility: Employee may lead other workers in accomplishing assigned work and performs non-supervisory work that is usually of the same kind and levels as is done by the group led. The employee is responsible for assisting employees to accomplish their assigned work and may perform non-supervisory work that is of the same kind and levels as is done by the group being led. Work operations are subject to substantial cyclical or seasonal fluctuations in work procedures or volume.

Confidentiality: The employee may have access to confidential information such as official department personnel files and patron records.

Accountability: Consequences of errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment may result in adverse public relations, monetary loss, labor and material costs, danger to public safety and legal repercussions to the Town.

Judgment: Numerous standardized practices, procedures, or general instructions govern the work and in some cases, may require additional interpretation. Independent judgment is needed to locate, select and apply the most pertinent practice, procedure, regulation or guideline.

Complexity: The work consists of a variety of duties which generally follow standardized practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines. The sequence of work and/or the procedures followed vary according to the particular situation.

Work Environment: The nature of duties may involve a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions that may be unpleasant. However, work is suspended during inclement weather conditions.

Nature and Purpose of Public Contact: Position interacts with co-workers, the public and external contacts such as vendors, or representatives from other local organizations to explain or interpret procedures or guidelines, plan or coordinate work, or resolve problems as they occur. More than ordinary courtesy, tact, and diplomacy may be required to resolve complaints or deal with uncooperative persons who are participants in department-sponsored activities or events.

Occupational Risk: Duties generally do not present occupational risk to the employee. Personal injury could occur through employee failure to properly follow safety precautions or procedures. Examples of injury include bruises from falls, minor cuts or burns, muscular strains from lifting or carrying heavy equipment or materials or exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Essential Functions:

1. Participates in the training of staff for department activities.

2. Attends training programs in order to maintain certification requirements of the position.

3. Gives instruction in the area of specialty or more general recreation activities as necessary

4. Explains and demonstrates the uses of supplies and equipment, and the techniques and procedures used in the activity sessions.

5. Maintains equipment and supplies necessary for classes and/or instruction.

6. Exercises professional judgement and responsibility in the conduct of the specialty activities for various age groups.

7. Incorporates the activity into an acceptable total philosophy of recreation, and interprets this to the participants and to the general public in an effort to motivate expanded interest in the activity.

8. May participates in planning course content.

9. Assists other recreation staff in working with the specialized activity to meet the specific interests of people in the community.

10. Assists with administrative duties in program of specialty.

11. Plans and conducts field trips.

12. May train staff and volunteers in the activities and related services.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent preferred, with three (3) years of related work experience; OR any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential function of the position.

Special Requirements: First Aid and CPR with AED Certification.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skill

Knowledge: Knowledge of athletics, recreation and leisure activities and practices related to youth/adolescents and their families. Specific knowledge of theory and practices of a particular hobby, specialty, sport or recreational interest, including equipment and materials utilized; skill in particular specialty sufficient to demonstrate techniques of principles to students; skill in instructing others in techniques of hobby, specialty or craft; ability to effectively relate to a wide variety of patrons and ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software; ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position; initiative; tact; creativity; resourcefulness; physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.

Abilities: Ability to develop diplomatic, effective and constructive working relationships with coworkers, adults of all ages, children, adolescents and service providers. Must be physically fit in order to participate in department-sponsored activities or programs.

Skill: Proficient oral and written communication skills required as well as effective time management and customer service skills. Computer, spreadsheet, word processing, calendar, e-mail skills are a plus.

Physical and Mental Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions.

Physical Demands

Work requires agility and physical strength to perform work tasks, with intermittent periods of stooping, walking, and standing. The employee is required to lift, push, or pull objects such as recreation equipment and related supplies

Motor Skills

Duties require mental and physical abilities, as well as fine and gross motor skills. In addition activities may include moving objects, operating a telephone system, computer and other office equipment, typing and/or word processing, filing and sorting. Must be able to demonstrate sport-related recreational skills.

Visual Demands

Visual demands require the employee to constantly read documents for general understanding and analytical purposes. Employee must be able to distinguish colors.