Seasonal Administrative Assistant

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 are vital in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources mission is to cultivate a robust and equitable agricultural economy, promote a safe and resilient food system, and preserve a healthy environment for Massachusetts farmers, animals, and consumers.

The Massachusetts State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board (SRB),within the Department of Agricultural Resources, oversees mosquito control in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts including 12 regional programs.  SRB establishes administrative and technical policies, guidelines, and best management practices to ensure mosquito control programs are safe and effective.

Job Opening:
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources seeks applicants for a Seasonal Office Assistant (seasonal contract position) to perform the following duties:

A cover letter referencing the correct position must be submitted as part of the application process and attached “as relevant” to the requisition.

General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

The primary of purpose of this position is to assist with administrative duties during the peak mosquito control season.

Responsibilities include: 

• Answer the telephone and log requests for service.
• Maintain database of requests.
• Distribute information/service requests to field technicians each day.
• Notify local authorities of areas to be treated on a regular basis.
• Maintain files.

Period of Employment: May 5, 2025 – September 6, 2025; depending on the need and funding, possible employment may be available in September.

Work Hours:  6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

 MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong computer skills and experience working with Microsoft Office 365 (Word/Excel/Access).