CITY OF NEW BEDFORD
LIBRARY ASSISTANT I (temporary) $10.68hr 12 hours per week
NEW BEDFORD FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY

Assists in the daily operations of the Circulation Desk, monitors the borrowing of materials and performs related public service duties as required. Must be available some nights and Saturdays.

Provides courteous public service at the circulation desk by responding promptly to patron requests according to established procedures. Promotes library service to the community by assisting in the planning and implementation of library programs. Makes the library collection accessible by following established circulation and cataloging procedures.

Contributes to the smooth operation of daily functions by completing assigned projects without ongoing supervision, and observing all policies as outlined in the staff and circulation manuals.

Strives to maintain harmonious working relationships by collaborating with co-workers, using courteous language and avoiding discussion of personal or staff issues in public areas.

This position performs a variety of clerical duties, which include: assistance in opening and closing department; typing and filing; assisting in maintaining appropriate security on ground floor when reporting inappropriate patrons’ behavior to Librarian. May assist in collecting, recording and transferring all monies (cash or checks, in person or by mail) coming in, ordering supplies and calling repair services when necessary.

Prepares and checks materials being loaned; checks in materials and packs materials to be sent via the carriers. Distributes mail to appropriate departments.

High school diploma or GED required. Two years of college or appropriate public library experience with an automated library system preferred. Individual must possess working knowledge of library principles, methods and procedures; good communication skills with the ability to deal tactfully with others; attentive to detail, good judgment, good physical condition, ability to type at least twenty words per minute. Contributes to the smooth operation of daily functions by completing assigned projects without ongoing supervision. Establishes and maintains harmonious working relationships with others. Ability to speak Spanish desirable.

For more information, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Resumes are only accepted with a completed employment application. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

The Greater New Bedford unemployment rate is much higher than the rest of Massachusetts, but believe it or not there really are a lot of jobs available for qualified applicants. Sometimes the barrier to a new job can be the lack of information on available job openings.

To solve this, each week New Bedford Guide will be working with the New Directions Southcoast (also known as the Greater New Bedford Career Center) and pulling jobs from our jobs database to inform job seekers about the hottest jobs in the area.

We will define “Hot Jobs” as those jobs that need to be filled by the employer immediately. For those looking to search some large job databases, checkout my Best Job Search Resources for New Bedford Residents article. Unless noted otherwise, those interested in these positions or want more information should go to the Greater New Bedford Career Center at 618 Acushnet Avenue.

Here are the Hot Jobs from the Greater New Bedford Career Center as of November 12th, 2014:

1. Registered Nurse #4949390
Experienced RN or LPN for 24 hour position. Hours as follows: 7AM-7PM every other weekend and 3PM-7PM weekdays Must have at least one year experience.

2. Cook #4949386
Small health care facility licensed by the Department of Public Health seeks mature responsible individual to cook as well as over see the daily operation of this small established kitchen. Preparing, cooking, serving and cleaning for 25 residents in a small facility licensed by Department Public Health. Serve Safe Certification a plus but not required. No therapeutic diets. All home cooked meals.

3. Production Workers #4949441
Production workers needed – fish cutter, cleaning, packing. Working with various seafoods. Cold and wet environment. Must have experience in the seafood industry.

4. Forklift Operators #4949422
Experienced forklift operators needed for seafood processing plant.

5. Shipping and Receiving #4949450
New Bedford Seafood Processing Plant looking for an experienced Shipping and Receiving clerk to load and unload trucks, forklift operation and heavy lifting involved.

6. General Maintenance #4949451
New Bedford Seafood Processing Plant looking for an experienced General Maintenance person to perform general routine building maintenance tasks such as cleaning, repairs, inspection of machinery.

7. Administrative Specialist/Tax Title #4963014
Performs a variety of accounting and bookkeeping functions working directly with the Treasurer to provide accurate and timely cash management services for the City of New Bedford. Candidate must possess an Associate’s Degree in Finance or Accounting from an accredited institution and a minimum of three years of supervisory work experience at a financial institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

8. Cleaners #4963083
Service Management Systems is looking for a reliable person for a cleaning position in Dartmouth, MA. Must have reliable transportation, have a great work ethic and be able to lift 75 pounds. We have 2 positions available 1 is between 16-24 hours a week and the other is 32 hours a week both are mainly from 5pm-130am. The candidate must be able to provide a valid ID, Social Security card and pass a drug test. If this sounds like something you would be interested can apply by filling out an application online at apply.smsclean.com

Here are the Hot Jobs in the New Bedford area from the NewBedfordGuide.com jobs database, as of November 12th, 2014:

1. Export Sales Specialist – Pick-n-Pull (East Freetown)
Full details and application process here.

2. Cook – Papa Gino’s (Fairhaven)
Full details and application process here.

3. Unit Manager – Royal Health Group (Fairhaven)
Full details and application process here.

4. Inspector Sr – Superior Group (Marion)
Full details and application process here.

5. Experienced Technician – Safelite AutoGlass (New Bedford)
Full details and application process here.

6. Meat Cutter – BJ’s Wholesale Club (Dartmouth)
Full details and application process here.

7. Personal Trainer/Fitness Coach -Healthtrax Fitness & Wellness (Dartmouth)
Full details and application process here.

Be sure to also check out our Job Portal to find jobs by location on a map: newbedfordguide.com/map-page#pm_jobs_tab. Want to get e-mail notifications for new jobs? Checkout our e-mail subscription service.

CITY OF NEW BEDFORD FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
LIBRARY DIRECTOR $74,244 – $90,565

Under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees and Mayor, responsible for the administration of the Public Library system including planning, organizing and directing all library services and activities. Manages the City Library Department with responsibility for directing all library operations, developing and managing the budget, recommending and implementing library policy, and developing the library collections and services.

MLS from an ALA accredited school plus eight or more years of directly related experience, at least five of which were in a progressively administrative capacity involving policy, innovative community outreach, staff development and budgetary responsibility; two or more years preferably in an urban library system.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

Center Administrator supervises all operations and staff of a growing urgent care medical practice. Knowledge of medical practice and previous management of staff preferred. Good communication and people skills helpful.

Administrative Expectations

• Maintains an orderly and efficient office routine
• Ensures office is clean and inviting
• Administers established guidelines for prioritizing work activities, evaluating effectiveness, and
• modifying activities as necessary
• Maintains accurate records and files pertaining to staff schedules; maintains personnel records
• Coordinates benefits enrollment for employees
• Prepares and submits bank deposits
• Communicates effectively with billing company
• Reviews statements, invoices, receipts, and charges
• Orders, stocks, and maintains adequate inventories of all medical and office supplies
• Manages time reporting and other changes affecting payroll; processes bi-weekly payroll
• Answers patient calls, letters and other correspondence as appropriate

Management Requirements

• Ensures staff effectiveness in relevant operations
• Maintains a focus on an exceptional customer service experience and leads staff in the execution of this goal
• Works with operations director to establish and execute special goals and objectives when necessary
• Develops staff through coaching, mentoring, rewarding, training, and guiding; ultimately empowers and supports medical staff
• Ensures patient door to door times stay within goal parameters
  Interviews, hires, and orients Medical Assistants, X-Ray Technologists and
• Physicians utilizing all available support tools and checklists
• Coordinates completion of performance evaluations for medical staff
• Conducts disciplinary action when necessary
• Assists all staff in the interpretation of policies and procedures
• Assesses current and future staffing needs

Business Related Activities

• Maintains a broad understanding of company values and expectations
• Monitors financial activity of the center and reports to Controller on such items
• Recognizes and utilizes efficient and cost-effective approaches within the center
• Supports technology changes
• Guarantees quality of work performed by medical staff in their area of responsibility
• Focuses on continuous improvement of workflow processes and procedures
  Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills

• General awareness of current medical terminology in order to communicate with physicians, staff, and patients preferred
• Capability to present information and respond to questions from colleagues, staff, and public
• Capacity to interact with all types of people; sick, injured, upset, etc. who may utilize medical services we offer
• Mannerisms that allow a calm and collected reaction in emergency situations
• Ability to define problems and collect appropriate information to seek resolutions
• Confidence to make decisions, delegate duties, and execute on objectives
• Desire to follow direction
• Proficient computer skills; knowledge of basic applications such as Microsoft word, excel and outlook

Education/Experience

• Associates/Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
• Medical staff management or clinical experience preferred

Benefits

• Paid health/dental
• Paid Time Off
• Competitive salary

Please email doctorsexpersscareers@gmail.com with your resume.

The Greater New Bedford unemployment rate is much higher than the rest of Massachusetts, but believe it or not there really are a lot of jobs available for qualified applicants. Sometimes the barrier to a new job can be the lack of information on available job openings.

To solve this, each week New Bedford Guide will be working with the New Directions Southcoast (also known as the Greater New Bedford Career Center) and pulling jobs from our jobs database to inform job seekers about the hottest jobs in the area.

We will define “Hot Jobs” as those jobs that need to be filled by the employer immediately. For those looking to search some large job databases, checkout my Best Job Search Resources for New Bedford Residents article. Unless noted otherwise, those interested in these positions or want more information should go to the Greater New Bedford Career Center at 618 Acushnet Avenue.

Here are the Hot Jobs from the Greater New Bedford Career Center as of November 5th, 2014:

1. Dean of Culture #4931598
The Dean of Culture will be responsible for ensuring that Alma del Mar maintains a safe, joyful and orderly environment where learning takes center stage. Manage and supervise novice teachers. Train teachers school-wide on effective behavior management and culture-building practices. Oversee school-wide student discipline system. What We are Looking For: Experience and expertise in facilitating difficult conversations with students, families and teachers. Experience serving in a predominantly low-income community, preferably in a “no excuses” charter school. Prior management and/or teacher coaching experience. Excellent written communication skills. Compensation: Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience. We will offer a comprehensive benefits package.

2. Merchandising Executive Associate #4906921
Merchandising Execution Associates (MEAs) perform in-store merchandising service activities such as merchandising projects, planogram maintenance, overhead organization, and display/signage assembly and maintenance designed to enhance the customer experience. MEAs execute merchandising strategies and ensure product is displayed correctly to drive sales and maximize inventory turns. The position is a district traveling position. The stores travelled to are Brockton, Bridgewater, Taunton, North Dartmouth, Somerset, Seekonk, Wareham, Plymouth, Rockland and Hyannis. Valid drivers license and transportation are required. The hours are Sunday through Thursday 9:pm- 6am. Pay is 10.25hr. Must apply online www.careers.homedepot.com> in store hourly> merchandising execution associate

3. Screen Printer #4906922
A local company is in need of an experienced screen printer. The ideal candidate must be experienced in both manual and automatic printing. He/she must also have a good work history and be reliable and dependable. Employer request only EXPERIENCED screen printers need apply.

4. Teacher #4931576
Must be EEC Teacher qualified with a CDA or Associates degree or enrolled in a program leading to an Associates degree or higher. Under the direction of the Lead Teacher, will have secondary responsibility for planning and managing the daily activities of the classroom. Deadline to apply: 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 12, 2014.

5. Floater Teacher Associate #4931571
Will assist in the daily activities of the classroom. High School diploma or equivalent. Experience caring for children in a pre-school setting. Child Development courses preferred. Deadline to apply: 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 12, 2014.

6. Fuel Delivery Driver #4932089
Experienced Fuel Delivery Driver needed for the greater New Bedford area. CD A license w/ Hazmat required. This is a full time position w/ benefits. Mandatory drug testing.

7. Career Advisor #4931969
New Directions Southcoast, lead operator of the Greater New Bedford Career Center is seeking a skilled full-time Career Advisor to provide career counseling, intensive job search assistance and training/re-training assistance to unemployed and under-employed job seekers eligible under the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). Candidates must be able to provide positive, outstanding customer service. Primary Responsibilities: Orientates customers to services under the WIA program and other Career Center services in both group settings and individually. Assists customers with their career planning and career decision-making process. Assesses customer’s employment and training needs. Assists customers in identifying and addressing barriers to employment, and refers customers to intensive and training services within the one-stop system as appropriate, or to community.

Here are the Hot Jobs in the New Bedford area from the NewBedfordGuide.com jobs database, as of November 5th, 2014:

1. Customer Service Representative – TrueBlue, Inc.
Full details and application process here.

2. Instrument Maker, Endo-Finishing – Symmetry Medical
Full details and application process here.

3. Now Hiring CDL A Drivers with no experience – Western Express
Full details and application process here.

4. Order Selector – Reinhart FoodService, LLC
Full details and application process here.

5. Sales Trainee PT – Fastenal
Full details and application process here.

6. 6th Grade ELA Lead Teacher – Alma del Mar Charter School
Full details and application process here.

7. Manufacturing Manager -Aerovox Corporation
Full details and application process here.

Be sure to also check out our Job Portal to find jobs by location on a map: newbedfordguide.com/map-page#pm_jobs_tab. Want to get e-mail notifications for new jobs? Checkout our e-mail subscription service.

Are you super outgoing and love to talk? Our Business Development Managers is out in the community every day creating awareness of Urgent Care and building relationships with the local businesses, physicians, chambers, school nurses and residents. They openly communicate the benefits and services of Doctors Express including walk-in Urgent Care, Occ. Health and Workers Comp. This is a great opportunity for someone a few years out of college or the back to work mom who has been out of the workforce for several years.

Daily Expectations

• Talk to as many people as you can every day about Doctors Express
• Set up appointments with Employers, Physicians and Health Care Influencers
• Attend all local Chamber Meetings and Events
• Set up, manage and promote DRX at booths at all local and charity events
• Create awareness for all Urgent Care Services
• Create relationships with local businesses for Occ Health and Workers Comp
• Manage and Contribute to our social media sites
• Have fun

Knowledge/Skills

• Having a very outgoing, positive and passionate personality is very important
• Having the “No Fear” factor when approaching people or making presentations about Doctors Express
• Being organized and self-motivated. This positions requires you to be out of the office 90% of the time promoting the benefits and services of Doctors Express
• Having some sales and working with people experience is good
• Experience in Health Care Education is a plus
• Confidence to make decisions, delegate duties, and execute on objectives
• Proficient computer skills; knowledge of basic applications such as Microsoft word, excel and outlook

Education/Experience
– Associates/Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

Benefits

• Salary up to $50,000
• Bonus up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off
• 100% Health, Dental and Vision for employee

Please email doctorsexpersscareers@gmail.com with your resume.

CITY OF NEW BEDFORD
ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST $40,167 – $48,995
TREASURER’S OFFICE

Performs a variety of accounting and bookkeeping functions working directly with the Treasurer to provide accurate and timely cash management services for the City of New Bedford.

Responsible for daily cash turnovers to Treasurer and reconciliation with bank records. Prepares and maintains complete financial spreadsheets that summarize cash activity; create and maintain general journals for Treasury Management. Must learn and understand all functions and duties of the Treasurer’s Office and be willing and able to perform every function, as needed or directed.

Candidate must possess an Associate’s Degree in Finance or Accounting from an accredited institution and a minimum of three years of supervisory work experience at a financial institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Candidate should have cash handling experience and knowledge of the functions of the general ledger and fund accounting. Excellent interpersonal and team building skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, departments, officials and the public; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Extensive computer experience including MSExcel and MSWord. MUNIS experience preferred.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

The Greater New Bedford unemployment rate is much higher than the rest of Massachusetts, but believe it or not there really are a lot of jobs available for qualified applicants. Sometimes the barrier to a new job can be the lack of information on available job openings.

To solve this, each week New Bedford Guide will be working with the New Directions Southcoast (also known as the Greater New Bedford Career Center) and pulling jobs from our jobs database to inform job seekers about the hottest jobs in the area.

We will define “Hot Jobs” as those jobs that need to be filled by the employer immediately. For those looking to search some large job databases, checkout my Best Job Search Resources for New Bedford Residents article. Unless noted otherwise, those interested in these positions or want more information should go to the Greater New Bedford Career Center at 618 Acushnet Avenue.

Here are the Hot Jobs from the Greater New Bedford Career Center as of October 29th, 2014:

1. Community Based Program Facilitator #4894163
In this paid position, you will facilitate Girl Scout programs for girls at local sites including after-school settings, youth and community based organizations and housing developments in specific areas of eastern Massachusetts. Programs will include weekly girl programs, participation in Girl Scout product sales, the recruitment of speakers and volunteers and the possibility of bringing girls on local field trips. Comprehensive training and support is provided.

2. Administrative Assistant #4894175
Manages the office staff including Fire Prevention; organizes workloads and develops new work processes to increase efficiency of the administrative functions within the department. Knowledge equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, human resources, business management or closely related field, and two years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience. Knowledge of municipal management and operations, financial reporting, automated office systems and procedures, office administration.

3. Energy Office Manager #4894180
Coordinate and/or oversee all energy data related to the office’s activities. This includes, but not limited to, verifying and integrating the savings attributed the City’s energy efficiency efforts, the appropriate assignment of solar net metering credits and the tracking of our electric vehicle charging station use into a common database. Activities include updating the Mass Energy Insight tool and data population into EPA’s Portfolio Manager. partners, utility companies and other key stakeholders

4. Forklift Operator/Seasonal #4903692
Well established warehouse in New Bedford is looking for experienced forklift operators needed. Seasonal/part time positions starting in November. You may be required to work 6 days per month or seasonally as needed every other week or twice per month.

5. Purchasing and Inventory Control #4903740
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Review reports and place headwear buys in order to meet current and anticipated demand. Work with Taiwan office to manage all communication between NB & headwear factories. Develop methodology for forecasting demand in order to place appropriate buys. Analyze sales trends of headwear styles and incorporate that information into buy plan. Purchase both blank and decorated “PLO” orders. Minimum 2 years experience at AHEAD or in a similar role elsewhere.

6. Assistant Group Leader #4903745
Responsible for supervising activities and addressing the needs of all children enrolled in the school age child care program. Responsibilities may be assigned and/or the job description may change periodically to reflect changing organization needs.

7. Finisher #4586821
The Finisher is responsible for finishing newly constructed retail display fixtures including prepping fixtures, staining and applying clear finish. This position is responsible for quality craftsmanship and the timely completion of all projects. Must have a minimum of 2 years finishing experience. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

8. Finisher Assistant #4586818
The Finisher Assistant is responsible for helping finish newly constructed retail display fixtures including prepping fixtures, staining and applying clear finish. This position is responsible for quality craftsmanship and the timely completion of all projects. Help finish newly constructed retail display furniture. Help prepare fixtures for finish (may require disassembly). Help apply stain and clear coat. Help reassemble fixtures.

9. Restaurant Staff #4905238
Ruby Tuesday at the North Dartmouth Mall is looking to hire for restaurant staff both full and part time. Hours are days, evenings and weekends. The following positions are available: Cooks – must have at least 6 months experience. Dishwasher – no experience needed – will train the right candidate. Busser – no experience needed – will train the right candidate.

Here are the Hot Jobs in the New Bedford area from the NewBedfordGuide.com jobs database, as of October 29th, 2014:

1. General Manager – Floor Covering installations(East Freetown)
Full details and application process here.

2. Server/Cashier – Papa Gino’s (Fairhaven)
Full details and application process here.

3. Store Manager – Dollar Tree (Fairhaven)
Full details and application process here.

4. Customer Account Representative – Rent-A-Center
Full details and application process here.

5. Local Truck Driving – Centerline Drivers, LLC
Full details and application process here.

6. Registered Nurse – St. Luke’s Hospital
Full details and application process here.

7. Shift Supervisor – Rite Aid
Full details and application process here.

Be sure to also check out our Job Portal to find jobs by location on a map: newbedfordguide.com/map-page#pm_jobs_tab. Want to get e-mail notifications for new jobs? Checkout our e-mail subscription service.

The Greater New Bedford unemployment rate is much higher than the rest of Massachusetts, but believe it or not there really are a lot of jobs available for qualified applicants. Sometimes the barrier to a new job can be the lack of information on available job openings.

To solve this, each week New Bedford Guide will be working with the New Directions Southcoast (also known as the Greater New Bedford Career Center) and pulling jobs from our jobs database to inform job seekers about the hottest jobs in the area.

We will define “Hot Jobs” as those jobs that need to be filled by the employer immediately. For those looking to search some large job databases, checkout my Best Job Search Resources for New Bedford Residents article. Unless noted otherwise, those interested in these positions or want more information should go to the Greater New Bedford Career Center at 618 Acushnet Avenue.

Here are the Hot Jobs from the Greater New Bedford Career Center as of October 22nd, 2014:

1. Hostesses #4883746
Must have excellent customer service skills. Experience helpful. Hours are flexible both day and night shifts.

2. Wait Staff #4883741
Wait Staff needed. Must be available for either afternoon shift or evening shift. Great customer service skills along with some experience required.

3. Industrial Mechanic #4883753
Maintenance mechanic for fast paced New Bedford seafood processing plant, must have experience in food automated packaging equipment, PLC, computers electric over pneumatic equipment, must be self motivated and have strong mechanical skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Plumbing, some fabricating, welding, knowledge and understand of Blast/IQF Freezers is a plus. Experience working with the Food Industry equipment such as bagging/packing equipment and conveyors.

4. Team Leader I #4883762
In this role, the incumbent will ensure that quality, safety, productivity and cost improvement efforts are met by establishing shift goals and maintaining team focus, capitalizing on associates’ skills, abilities and differences to implement a continuous improvement manufacturing strategy.

5. Custom Woodworker #4883766
Woodworking & Cabinetry experience: sanding, gluing, clamping, filing, staining, varnishing, machinery use. Neat, polite person with transportation. Will train the qualified applicants.

6. Furniture Assembler/Finisher #4883755
Scrape, sand, file, glue, clamp furniture parts. Mill parts.
Furniture hand-finishing: Stain & Varnish Polish. Must be dependable, neat, polite, quick, non-smoker. Must have transportation. Local craftsman preferred. Visit our website to view furniture: www.adriance.com

7. Secretary #4888775
Bachelors degree preferred – 2 years experience in human services. The primary role of the Secretary is to assist DYS Casework Staff in managing the various clerical functions associated with the case management function and supporting the District Office. The Secretary will act as a telephone and in-person receptionist for the site. Word, Excel, Powerpoint.

8. Order Entry/Customer Service #4888846
Well established warehouse in New Bedford offers a challenging CSR position. Accurate data entry, strong clerical skills, shipment scheduling, handling customer accounts, ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Candidate must have at least 2 years of related customer service experience, warehouse environment preferred. Ability to work well in a team environment. High school diploma or equivalent. Have a valid driver’s license. Be willing to submit to a drug and background check.

Here are the Hot Jobs in the New Bedford area from the NewBedfordGuide.com jobs database, as of October 22nd, 2014:

1. Traffic Control – PJ Keating (Acushnet)
Full details and application process here.

2.Programmer – UMass Dartmouth
Full details and application process here.

3. Retail Sales Associate – T-Mobile (Dartmouth)
Full details and application process here.

4. Banana/Avocado Ripening Specialist – Sid Wainer & Son
Full details and application process here.

5. Concert Photographer – AltRockLive.com
Full details and application process here.

6. OInventory Admin/Manager – Synerfac
Full details and application process here.

7. Loss Prevention Associate – Sears (Dartmouth)
Full details and application process here.

Be sure to also check out our Job Portal to find jobs by location on a map: newbedfordguide.com/map-page#pm_jobs_tab. Want to get e-mail notifications for new jobs? Checkout our e-mail subscription service.

CITY OF NEW BEDFORD
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT $46,420 – $56,620
FIRE DEPARTMENT

Manages the office staff including Fire Prevention; organizes workloads and develops new work processes to increase efficiency of the administrative functions within the department.

Assists the Chief and Deputy Chief in creating and disseminating administrative orders and directives. Performs confidential functional support of disciplinary actions taken and investigations conducted. Assists the Chief in the development of the department budget and tracking the ongoing financial performance through monthly tracking reports and projections.

Provides administrative assistance to the Chief in meeting management goals; prepares agendas and records action items for various meetings; prepares administrative policies as assigned. Develops, recommends and implements office systems to improve the efficiency of the department operations with a primary focus on automated systems.

Directs the human resource functions of the department including time-off tracking, collective bargaining agreement compliance and annual documentation. Prepares a variety of reports and related information in support of the performance goals of the department. Prepares reports and required documentation in support of the departments ongoing grant programs.

Knowledge equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, human resources, business management or closely related field, and two years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience. Knowledge of municipal management and operations, financial reporting, automated office systems and procedures, office administration. Must be highly skilled in computer programs such as Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Ability to effectively meet and deal with employees, City officials, supervisors and the general public, ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to handle stressful situations.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 14, 2014