SEASONAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I

SEASONAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I

YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES OFFICE

CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for Seasonal Administrative Assistant I for the Division of Youth Opportunities (DYO) within the Department of Health and Human Services. The Seasonal Administrative Assistant I will provide administrative support for the hiring efforts for the Recreation Worcester seasonal staff and program participants. The position will work with the Department of Youth Opportunities team and assist with the seasonal recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process of seasonal staff, and will work with the Program Coordinator and the Special Projects Manager to complete payroll for seasonal staff and assist in procurement of supplies and equipment.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS :

• Coordinate with Recreation Worcester & Division of Youth Opportunities staff to handle day-to-day requests
• Assist in the preparation of data, supplies, and equipment vital to the daily operation of Recreation Worcester program sites
• Assist with the coordination of the hiring process by maintaining candidate databases, screen resumes, schedule interviews, and assist with the onboarding process
• Maintain and organize registration and contact information of program participants and staff
• Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports and payroll
• Assist in creating the processes for and conducting data collection and surveys to assess program impact, participant engagement, and overall effectiveness
• Travel to various program sites as needed to support program operations, data collection, and staff coordination
• Work in both an office setting and outdoor setting at program sites, balancing between administrative tasks and on-site support
• Communicate with families regarding program information, participant needs, and general inquiries
• Answer phones, provide assistance, and direct calls as needed to support program operations

SECONDARY ELEMENTS :

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

SALARY : $17.50 hourly, part-time up to 40 hours, temporary, non-benefitted

To apply, please visit : www.worcesterma.gov / employment or send resume and cover letter to : City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to : City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, Hiring@worcesterma.gov .