ASSET MANAGER
Develops and implements a systematic program for the leasing, licensing, marketing and disposal of City-owned property in accordance with MGL Chapter 30B, including yard sales, car condos, community gardens, auctions and request for proposals. Maintains inventory database of City-owned tax title properties, disposition method and sales price, reinvestment, accounting of affordable housing units generated, number of new jobs created by new commercial and industrial enterprises through the disposition process.
AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) GRANT FISCAL COORDINATOR
AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
This individual will be assisting the ARPA Finance Team with the administration of Lowell’s ARPA program, and will provide clerical office assistance through a variety of duties: Assist with drafting program requirements for ARPA funded opportunities; Assist with the review, evaluation, and scoring of ARPA grant applications, as needed; Process all invoices for the ARPA Finance Team; Greets visitors, answers telephone calls, conveys messages, and runs errands as needed; Investigate records, files, and resources to obtain necessary information.
PRINCIPAL CLERK - DPW
Performs under supervision a variety of standard office procedures requiring a degree of complex decision making and thorough knowledge of the function of the department. Under the supervision of an administrative or clerical employee of higher grade, performs according to standard procedures, complex clerical duties requiring a considerable degree of decision and a thorough knowledge of the functions of the department or section, or to act as working supervisor over a small number of employees performing less complex phases of the work; or to take and transcribe dictation and perform secretarial duties for an administrator or section head. Investigate records, files and resources to obtain necessary information.
SIGN PAINTER
Performs skilled work in the application of paint for signs, lettering etc. and designs the layout of signs and lettered surfaces. Under direction and supervision of the Supervisor of the Paint and Meter Division and other designated personnel: Reads work orders to determine type of sign specified, work procedures, and materials required. Draws outline of sign on outside window or dusts pounce pattern to mark outline and paints inside of window following drawing or outline, when painting window signs. Paints sign, positions leaf over fresh paint, and removes excess leaf after sign has dried, when making gold or silver leaf signs. Cuts out letters and applies background coating to construct and prepare signs.
CIVIL ENGINEER GRADE 4
Under the direct supervision of a civil engineer or other employee of higher grade who provides guidance on procedure and reviews performance, applicant prepares and/or reviews plans for engineering projects such as intersection upgrades and repaving projects. Determines feasibility of proposed construction through on-site inspection, discussions, and review of available engineering data. Conducts field investigations to determine the necessity of repair or reconstruction of roads or structures. Acts as resident engineer on moderately complex projects, such as traffic signal installation, highway construction or reconstruction.
DISPATCHER
Receives all oral communications from the public and law enforcement personnel coming in the Police Station and transmits those requests for services to the appropriate location, on a call priority basis. The dispatcher has the primary responsibility for the initial deployment of law enforcement personnel and equipment, along with coordination of other emergency response personnel when necessary. Cooperates with all police officers and other dispatchers assigned to the Communications Center during his/her tour of duty. When designated by a supervisor, assists with the training of inexperienced personnel. Records all pertinent information such as time, locations and nature of incident, and action taken as required by current departmental procedures. Responsible for dispatching emergency vehicles and keeping constant two-way communications with them.
WATER METER BILLING ADMINISTRATOR
Responsible for the administration of water services on customer accounts. Including but not limited to researching accounts to ensure accuracy, generation of final water bills, quarterly bill runs, providing reports for management, preparing commitments for City Auditor, mediating customer billing disputes, providing customer service by phone, email and in person.
CAREER ADVISOR/ COORDINATOR, YOUNG ADULTS
Provides core, intensive and career/employment services to customers and clients for the MassHire Lowell Career Center Young Adult Department. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to work in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment assisting young adults and adults with any and all of their / job search/job placement/educational needs.
GRADE B JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN / FIRE ALARM & TRAFFIC SIGNAL
Supervises and works with electrical employees engaged in construction, maintenance and repair of electric power, municipal traffic and fire alarm maintenance systems and lighting.
PLUMBING IRRIGATION SPECIALIST
Assembles, installs, and repairs pipes, gas fittings & valves, fixtures of potable water, and drainage systems.
CARPENTER CRAFTSPERSON
Constructs, erects, installs, and repairs structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, wallboard and other materials to conform to local and State building codes.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR
With direction from the Fire Chief or his designee, coordinates disaster response and crisis management activities, provides disaster preparedness training, and prepares emergency plans and procedures for natural (e.g., hurricanes, floods, earthquakes) and man-made disasters.
CAREER ADVISOR I
Responsible for the coordination and enrollment of the Retention and Work Program Participates (WPP) grants, this includes supportive services and advocacy for up to two years following employment. Market and create activities to engage participants in career readiness skills. Provide assessment, individual counseling, and transitional support services as well as the tracking of each participant as they progress through the program to job placement.
WORKING FOREMAN PLUMBING IRRIGATION SPECIALIST
Assembles, installs, and repairs pipes, gas fittings and valves, and fixtures of potable water, and drainage systems and supervises and works with other workers engaged in performing the following duties
CARPENTER CRAFTSPERSON
Supervises, works with and coordinates activities of workers engaged in construction, installation, and repair of wooden structures and fixtures.
MOTOR EQUIPMENT REPAIR PERSON/ MEO3
Repairs and maintains electric, diesel, and gasoline municipal trucks.
CIVIL ENGINEER GRADE 3
Works with the City Engineer and staff on a variety of municipal engineering projects such as traffic improvements, recreational field construction, and public building renovations.
CIVIL ENGINEER GRADE 3
Works with the City Engineer and staff on a variety of municipal engineering projects such as traffic improvements, recreational field construction, and public building renovations.
YOUNG ADULT CAREER ADVISOR
Provides core, intensive and career/employment services to customers and clients for the MassHire Lowell Young Adult Career Center. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-cultural environment assisting young adults and adults with all of their / job search/job placement/educational needs.
Below are opportunities to serve on a City of Lowell Board or Commission.
Citizens Advisory Committee Member
Commission on Disability Member
The Lowell Commission on Disability is comprised of up to thirteen (13) members appointed by the City Manager, and serves as an advisor to the City on issues related to citizens with disabilities. A majority of the commission’s must be residents with disabilities. One member must be a resident who has an immediate family member with a disability, and one member must be an elected or appointed official of the City of Lowell. The commission is responsible for coordinating or carrying out programs designed to assist residents with disabilities in addressing their concerns and supporting their integration and participation in every aspect of the City of Lowell.
Conservation Commission Member
Hunger and Homeless Commission Member
The Lowell Hunger and Homeless Commission is comprised of up to eleven (15) members appointed by the City Manager, and serves as an advisor to the City on issues regarding hunger and homelessness. The Hunger Homeless Commission meets in the Mayor’s Reception Room on the 1st Wednesday of the month at 12:00 PM. Meetings may also be held by remote participation via Zoom. All Commission members shall believe in and support the special interests of the hungry and homeless and must have a willingness to work on behalf of the City of Lowell in this endeavor. Attend regular monthly Commission meetings held on the first Wednesday of every month at 12:00pm (meetings are approximately 60-90 minutes). May participate on sub-committees, attend ad hoc Commission meetings and participate in service provider networking and planning meetings.
Lowell Cultural Council Member
Monument Committee
Monument Committee Member who is a Veteran (38 U.S.C. § 101) Number of Openings: 2
Monument Committee Member from the Lowell Arts Community Number of Openings: 1
Planning Board Member
Pollard Memorial Library - Associate Trustee
The Library Board of Trustees meets on the first (1st) Wednesday of the month at 5:30pm in the Pollard Memorial Library. The Pollard Memorial Library is a vibrant community hub and Lowell’s gateway to knowledge, meeting the information needs and enriching the quality of life in our community. The mission of the Library is to provide diverse collections, state-of-the-art technology, appealing programs and services to Lowell’s diverse population in a safe and welcoming environment.
Pollard Memorial Library -Trustee
The Library Board of Trustees meets on the first (1st) Wednesday of the month at 5:30pm in the Pollard Memorial Library. The Pollard Memorial Library is a vibrant community hub and Lowell’s gateway to knowledge, meeting the information needs and enriching the quality of life in our community. The mission of the Library is to provide diverse collections, state-of-the-art technology, appealing programs and services to Lowell’s diverse population in a safe and welcoming environment.
Veterans Commission Member
Zoning Board of Appeals Member
The Zoning Board of Appeals is a quasi-judicial board composed of five (5) residents of Lowell appointed by the City Manager to serve a three (3) year term. The Board annually elects a chair, vice-chair, and officers from their membership. Two (2) alternate members may be appointed by the City Manager to substitute for a regular member of the Zoning Board of Appeals in the event that a regular member is unable to participate in matters before the Zoning Board of Appeals because of a conflict of interest, illness, absence, or vacancy of regular membership.