May 2024 - Current Openings

Administrative Assistant – Part-Time

The Town of Brookline is seeking a qualified applicant to fill the position of an Administrative Assistant to support the Selectboard and Building Official’s office. This is a Monday-Friday position requiring up to 30 hours per week with some flexibility in schedule. Occasional evening hours may be required for taking minutes.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to, clerical and financial administrative support, website support, responding to requests from the public and town officials, processing permits, writing letters/e- mails, and general office work.

Candidate must have good communication and computer skills including proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of applications. While previous municipal experience is preferred, it is not required.

The Town of Brookline reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applicants as deemed to be in the best interest of the town. This position starts immediately.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, employment application and resume to the Town of Brookline, Attention: Town Administrator, P.O. Box 360. 1 Main Street, Brookline, NH 03033, or via e-mail to Town.Administrator@Brooklinenh.gov no later than 2:00 p.m. June 3, 2024.

A full job description is available on our website at: https://www.brooklinenh.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif2876/f/uploads/revised_administrative_assistant_-_pt.2024.pdf

An employment application is available on our website employment_application_revised_july_2020.pdf (brooklinenh.gov)

 Compensation depends on experience and qualifications.

The Town of Brookline is an Equal Opportunity Employer

DPW/Transfer Station/Cemetaries Equipment Operator

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Including but not limited to:

Safely operates heavy equipment in the construction, repair, cleaning, and maintenance of Town roads and facilities, and performs a variety of manual tasks in connection with such operations. Also uses standard hand tools and power tool equipment as required. Operates snowplows, sanding equipment, and performs snow removal duties. Assists with repairs/maintenance to labor equipment. Physical requirements include the ability to shovel, lift, bend, walk, sit, or stand for long periods of time and carry objects weighing one hundred (100) pounds or more.

Required to work under adverse conditions in all types of weather.

On Call requirements and other related duties as assigned. Applicants should be motivated and able to work both by themselves and in a team setting. Ability to follow oral and written directions. Please note labor duties are required for this position in addition to normal equipment operator tasks. Overtime required depending on department needs.

Complete job description is here:

How to apply:
Please include your resume and Town of Brookline Employment Application when applying. These can be emailed to sleard@brooklinenh.gov  or mailed to P.O. Box 360 Brookline NH 03033, with attention “Scott Leard”

Employment Application can be found on the Town of Brookline NH website   using the link below. It is labeled General Application.

    https://www.brooklinenh.gov/human-resources    

Brookline NH Library Director Job Description

Job Description:
The town of Brookline, New Hampshire (5,800 pop), with its unique blend of rural charm and vibrant community, is seeking a Library Director. This role entails providing executive leadership in the strategic delivery of Brookline’s public library services and programming, all tailored to serve the needs of the community’s residents and all library patrons. The next Library Director will lead the development of services designed to promote lifelong learning, encourage curiosity, and underscore the library's leading role in the community.

Preferred candidates will have experience working in a library, ideally in a similar-sized community, and will be skilled in personnel and financial management, and communication. Candidates should have a proven record of collaborative leadership and be highly organized, innovative, team-oriented, and skilled at fostering strong relationships with town departments, boards, peers, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.

Position Objectives:

Under broad policy guidance and direction from the Library Board, performs professional and administrative duties in planning, developing, implementing, and directing public library services for the benefit of all Brookline residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administers board policies; reviews, updates, and makes policy recommendations to the board.
• Acts as Library liaison to build strong relationships with the Friends of the Library organization, the Town Selectboard,  community stakeholders, patrons, and the general public.
• Works closely with the Library Board to develop the library budget, attend budget hearings, and monitor expenditures as directed by the Library Board.
• Establishes good communication and outreach with the community regarding library services, the library’s important role in the community, etc.
• Works with the Board in reviewing and revising the Library’s mission, long-term and short-term goals, and objectives on a regular basis.
• Supervises personnel; hires and trains employees; conducts regular staff meetings for planning, development, and issue resolution; evaluates personnel; fosters professional development.
• Evaluates library services and suggests recommendations for improvements.
• Recommends and oversees maintenance of library facilities and equipment.
• Reviews and approves selection of all materials for purchase; maintains library collections.
• Participates and represents the library in professional meetings, classes, conferences, and workshops.
• Performs basic computer and printer troubleshooting.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of library science's theories, principles, and objectives, including awareness of current trends and developments in the library field.
• Experience in collection development and maintenance.
• Proficiency with automated library systems, computer programs, and applications.
• Knowledge of library reference sources, print and online.
• Familiarity with children’s, young adult, and adult literature.
• Ability to think analytically and creatively to develop, implement, and evaluate library programs and services.
• Working knowledge of budgetary and accounting processes.
• Demonstrated communication skills, including preparing comprehensive reports and presenting ideas clearly and concisely in written and oral form.
• Understanding of and experience with empowering members of a team to participate in organizational decision-making.
• Aptitude with planning, organizing, supervising, and evaluating the work of employees
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• An ALA Accredited Master's in Library and Information Science is preferred. A suitable combination of education and managerial experience demonstrating mastery of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may also be considered.
• A minimum of five (5) years in a library setting, with at least two (2) years of management experience, is preferred.
• Demonstrated aptitude for leadership and administrative management.
• Continued professional growth through participation in workshops, professional reading, conferences, or other educational opportunities.
• Substantial involvement in public relations and customer service.
• Experience with, or training in, fundraising, educational programming, organizational leadership, or strategic planning.

Benefits include: Medical and Dental Insurance, Paid Holidays, sick and personal time, NH Retirement

Compensation: starting at $70,000

Deadline for application: Friday, May 31, 2024.

Send a cover letter and resume (Subject: LIBRARY DIRECTOR) to:  library.trustees@brooklinenh.gov

Brookline Ambulance Service -hiring part time Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Providers

QUALIFICATIONS:

✓ Candidates must be a National Registered EMS Provider at the Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, or Paramedic level.

✓ Candidates must possess an unrestricted New Hampshire EMS Provider License or be eligible to obtain such upon hiring.

✓ Candidates must possess a valid State issued Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

✓ Candidates must pass a pre-hire physical and drug screen.

✓ Candidates must agree to meet or exceed the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of the Brookline Ambulance Service’s EMS Provider Job Description. See attached.

HOURS / SHIFT:

➢ Part time for the Town of Brookline is defined as scheduled to work less than 35 hours per week on a regular basis.

➢ Must work at least 1 weekend day shift per week (Saturday or Sunday) between the hours of 0600 and 1800 hr.

COMPENSATION:

❖ This is a non-exempt hourly compensated position

❖ Regular Part Time staff are eligible for paid vacation time after the first 90 days of employment. The amount of which is based on regular hours worked and length of employment.

❖ The hourly rate is based on NREMT certification and NH EMS license level.

An application and job description is available on the Ambulance Service’s page of the Town website.https://www.brooklinenh.us/ambulance-service

Additional questions may be directed to the Ambulance Chief, Jeffrey Stewart.Traditional mail address is above, electronic mail at jstewart@brooklinenh.us

Administrative Assistant for Town Hall - Revised Job Description