SENIOR SERVICES PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Town of Belmont

Employment Opportunity

The Town of Belmont is now accepting applications for the Full-Time position of:

SENIOR SERVICES PROGRAM DIRECTOR

COMMUNITY SERVICES

BEECH ST CENTER

NON-UNION GRADE 12

Starting Annual Salary Range: $71,562.22 - $86,589.70

Salary Range Exceeds Hiring Range

The purpose of this position is to develop, coordinate, administer, and evaluate programs, classes, special events, and outreach initiatives for the Belmont Human Services/Council on Aging Department. This position is focused on providing high-quality programs and services that promote the health, wellness, independence, and social engagement of older adults in Belmont and surrounding communities.

Under the general direction of the Director of Human Services, the Program Director is responsible for planning, budgeting, scheduling, implementing, and evaluating programs and activities; coordinating publicity and community outreach efforts; managing program registration and related databases; assisting with volunteer coordination; maintaining community partnerships; and supporting general departmental operations, statistical reporting, and special projects. The Program Director performs all other related work as required.

COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION AVAIL UPON REQUEST FROM HUMAN RESOURCES

Associate's Degree in Human Services, Gerontology, Social Work, Recreation Management, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field required; Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred. Three to five (3-5) years of progressively responsible experience working with older adults, preferably in a Senior Center, Council on Aging, Human Services, or similar setting, including experience in program planning and implementation; or any equivalent combination of education, training, volunteer experience, and transferable skills which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Expertise in elder services, volunteer coordination, community outreach, event planning, and public communications is strongly preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid Massachusetts Driver's License. CPR and First Aid certification is required or must be obtained within six (6) months of appointment.

This is a non-union non-exempt position working 40 hours weekly. Eligible for all benefits offered by the Town of Belmont.

Resumes with the required Town of Belmont Application accepted at the HR Department, 455 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA 02478 or

Application Process

All applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available from the Town’s website, www.belmont-ma.gov, by emailing humanresources@belmont-ma.gov, calling (617) 993-2740 or by visiting the Human Resources Department at the Belmont Town Hall. Applicants may attach resumes to the Town application form as additional information but cannot use this in lieu of completing the required form.

Some full-time and some part-time employees will need to complete a pre-employment physical and drug-screening examination and SORI. All positions will also require a CORI criminal background screening. The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline and/or accept applications after the deadline in order to best serve the interest of the community.

After the submission deadline, the Human Resources Department and a review committee will review all completed applications and will select the most highly-qualified respondents for interviews. The Town will acknowledge receipt of completed applications that it receives and will only further contact individuals who the Town selects to interview.

Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this process should contact the Town’s Human Resources Department. Please address all questions regarding the Town’s hiring process to:

Human Resources Department

Town of Belmont

455 Concord Avenue

Belmont, Massachusetts 02478

(617) 993-2740

humanresources@belmont-ma.gov

Pay: $71,562.00 - $86,590.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $71,562 - $86,590