Massachusetts Education Jobs

Who We Are: The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.  Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition. Who We Are as an Employer: At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents. The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our commonwealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission. Division of Operations: As the largest team within the DCR structure, the Division of Operations is the cornerstone of the agency. Home to Park Operations, Universal Access programming, Park and State House Rangers, Fleet, and Interpretive programming, the Division of Operations is a main driver the agency’s core principles of outdoor recreation for all and creating future stewards. Through visitor engagement, educational programming, and lots of behind-the-scenes work, Operations keeps the network of state parks open, accessible, and welcoming for all. Job Opening: The Department of Conservation and Recreation is seeking candidates for an Office Support Specialist II – Human Resources in the Boston Region Headquarters. DUTIES: The OSS II for Human Resource support provides the technical support required to ensure Seasonal Staff is hired, on-boarded, and off-boarded according to Human Resources and DCR guidelines as well as provides administrative support for seasonal employees within the respective DCR region. This Position also provides administrative support to the Regional Administrative Coordinator, regional manager and other supervisory staff as it relates to HR and payroll. Duties 1. Assist with Seasonal hiring paperwork including; meeting candidates, verifying documentation needed for I-9 and CORI. 2. Ensure that all paperwork is signed and verified 3. Prepare data sheet for all STS positions and LTS position who have not onboarded through Mass Careers which contains position information and ensure that appropriate documentation for direct deposit is attached. 4. Send data sheets to DCR roster mailbox for access by EEA HR utilizing existing processes or new processes for transmittal of supporting documentation to HR. 5. Assist with preparation of seasonal roster for summer and winter 6. Assist with preparation of child requisitions for summer and winter seasonal positions 7. Assist with candidate management and selection 8. Send completed hiring packages to EEA HR through mail and/or digitally. 9. Assist with the development of seasonal placement letters after recall has completed. 10 Prepare and submit seasonal hiring recommendation forms for vacant positions., 11. Collect and enter time into SSTA for short-term seasonal hires ensuring accuracy and completeness. 12. Prepare reports as needed and requested. 13. Work with EEA HR to resolve issues in a timely manner. 14. Collects EPRS and Employee Performance Review Forms 15. Collects training confirmation documents for seasonals as needed as well as seasonal handbook acknowledgements 16. Knowledgeable and proficient working in the state's Human Resources Department's platforms - MassCareers, HRCMS and SSTA. 17. Other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to communicate effectively Ability to write concisely, express thoughts clearly and develop ideas in a logical sequence. Ability to use proper grammar, punctuation and spelling Ability to make recommendations Ability to multitask and prioritize Ability to prepare documents and reports accurately Ability to assist customers of diverse backgrounds Ability to follow guidelines and procedures Knowledge of software applications such as desktop publishing, project management, spreadsheets and data management. Ability to work independently and in teams Organizational skills Based on assignment, the ability to supervise and assign work effectively First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in administrative work experience or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below: Substitutions: I. An Associate's or higher degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required experience. II. An Associate's or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience. Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed. Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of two years of the required experience. *Comprehensive Benefits* When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Administrative Services* *Organization: Department of Conservation & Recreation *Title: *Office Support Specialist II - Boston Region Office/ HR Location: Massachusetts-Boston-165 William J. Day Blvd Requisition ID: 250002UD