Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
- Assistant Council on Aging Director / Social Services Specialist – 32 hours/Benefited
- Part-Time Health Inspector – Approximately 275 hours annually; on-call availability required for inspections
- Secondary Treatment Operator for the Water Department – Fulltime/Benefited
- Regional Public Health Nurse/ Towns of Hamilton, Essex, Wenham, and Rockport – Fulltime/Benefited
Assistant Council on Aging Director / Social Services Specialist
Town of Hamilton Senior Center
32 hours/week | Grade 8, Step 1 – $27.83/hour
The Town of Hamilton is seeking a compassionate and organized professional to join our Council on Aging team! In this dual role, you will deliver vital social services to older adults while assisting with the day-to-day operations of our Senior Center.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide case management, counseling, crisis intervention, and outreach services.
- Connect seniors to housing, food, health, and financial resources.
- Support Senior Center operations: answer phones, greet visitors, assist with volunteer coordination, and prepare program reports.
- Serve as backup for transportation and logistics in the Director’s absence.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s Degree in Social Work, Gerontology, or related field required (Bachelor’s preferred).
- 2–3 years of experience in elder services or case management.
- Valid Driver’s License; ability to obtain SHINE and CPR certifications within six months.
- Strong communication skills, confidentiality, and Microsoft Office proficiency.
Schedule: Monday–Thursday 8:00–4:00, and Friday 8:00–12:00 (32 hours/week).
Apply Today:
Email your application to [email protected] with subject line: “Assistant COA Director/Senior Services Specialist.”
Full job description click here.
The Town of Hamilton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Part-Time Health Inspector
Approximately 275 hours annually; on-call availability required for inspections.
Town of Hamilton Health Department
The Town of Hamilton is hiring a part-time Health Inspector to help protect public health by inspecting food establishments, licensed camps, public and semi-public pools, housing, and other facilities. This position ensures local, state, and federal health codes are followed.
Job Details:
- Hours: Approximately 275 hours annually; on-call availability required for inspections.
- Pay: $29.91 – $31.12 per hour
- Reports to: Health Director
- Type: Non-Exempt, Grade 8
Key Duties:
- Inspect restaurants, mobile food vendors, schools, and special events
- Check pools, camps, and ice rinks as necessary for safety and code compliance
- Respond to complaints and follow up on violations
- Keep inspection records and file reports
- Assist as necessary with emergency planning and response
Requirements:
- Associate’s degree and 3+ years of related experience
- Valid MA driver’s license
- Required certifications: Food Protection Manager Certification, Certified Pool Operator
- Knowledge of public health laws and strong communication skills. A writing sample may be requested.
To Apply: Email your application to [email protected] with the subject line “Health Inspector.”
For the full job description click here.
Secondary Treatment Operator for the Water Department
The Town of Hamilton seeks a full-time Secondary Treatment Operator for the Water Department. This position will report to the Water Operations Supervisor and work a 40 hr./week, M – Th 6:30am – 3:30pm and F 6:30am – 12:30pm. Primary duties include supervises and/or operates heavy equipment on water projects, performs maintenance, repairs and construction work on water distribution system, reads meters, installs and repairs meters, utility mark outs, investigates residential water service disruptions, assists with water treatment projects, assists snow plowing and sanding, and other duties as assigned. Qualifications include high school/GED graduate with 3-5 years of related experience, water distribution experience preferred, must have and maintain both a valid Massachusetts Class B Commercial Driver’s License with airbrake endorsement and a Massachusetts 2B hoisting license. Must obtain a Massachusetts Treatment 1 Operator in Training in 6 months. A Treatment 1 license is preferred.
A complete job description is available here. The hourly rate is set by a union contract with a starting range of $29.91 – $31.12/hr. doq.
Additional benefits include:
- Volunteered Flextime
- $20.00 Meal allowance every 4 hours beyond regular shift
- Equally & Impartially distributed overtime
- This position offers a substantial amount of overtime, with over 300 hours worked in the last fiscal year, providing an excellent opportunity for those looking to significantly increase their earnings.
- 17 weeks Snowplowing standby pay @ $210.00 per week
- Sanding stipend @ $210.00 a week, based on a rotating weekly schedule
- Optional on-call off-winter stipend @ $175.00 a week, based on a rotating weekly schedule
- Town-paid license renewals
Please send a Town application, cover letter, and resume to Michellelee Maloney, Human Resources Director at; [email protected] or via mail to Hamilton Town Hall, Attn: Human Resources, P.O. Box 429, Hamilton, MA 01936. Position is open until filled.
Regional Public Health Nurse
Towns of Hamilton, Essex, Rockport, Wenham
Full-time/40 hours per week
Position Overview: We are hiring a Regional Public Health Nurse to lead our Regional Public Health Nurse (PHN) Program in collaboration with local PHNs and health officials across Hamilton, Essex, Rockport, and Wenham. The role involves coordinating, implementing, and evaluating Public Health Nursing efforts, supporting all age groups, and serving as a backup for existing public health nurses.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate the Regional PHN Program.
- Manage vaccination clinics and supervise staff as needed.
- Participate in emergency planning activities and disease investigations.
- Network and collaborate with community partners.
- Identify and draft policies and procedures under the direction of health officials.
- Contribute to budget development and complete Community Health Assessments.
Requirements:
- Valid, current RN license in Massachusetts.
- B.S.N in Nursing required; M.S.N. in Nursing preferred.
- Previous experience in Public Health/School Nursing preferred.
- Access to own transportation and ability to travel.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic health record programs.
Recommended Qualifications:
- Minimum two years of relevant experience.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Current CPR, CPR Instructor, and First Aid certification.
- Self-directed, adaptable, and innovative.
- Experience working with diverse groups and boards of directors.
Application Process: For a detailed job description, click here.To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to Michelle Maloney, Director of Human Resources, Town of Hamilton, at [email protected]. Please use “Regional Public Health Nurse Position” as the subject line. This position is open until filled.
Salary: $85,000 per year (Depending on Qualifications)
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