Lead Administrative Coordinator - DPW

Berkshirejobs; Great Barrington (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Great Barrington is hiring a Lead Administrative Coordinator to support the Department of Public Works, coordinating operations across Highway, Facilities, Wastewater, Cemetery, and Parks & Recreation.

This senior role provides budgeting, procurement, contracts, grants, compliance, and serves as contact for residents, vendors, and partners, with wastewater billing duties and board/committee support.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior administrative support to Public Works leadership
• Coordinate department-wide administrative, procurement, and financial processes
• Support grants, contracts, bid administration, and compliance requirements
• Serve as a primary point of contact for residents, vendors, and partners
• Administer wastewater-related billing and customer service functions
• Support boards and committees affiliated with the Department

Job description

The Town of Great Barrington is seeking a Lead Administrative Coordinator to support the Department of Public Works and help deliver the essential services and infrastructure that residents rely on every day. This role plays a central part in coordinating departmental operations, supporting leadership, and ensuring responsive, customer-focused service across multiple divisions. For candidates who value purpose-driven work, this position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the daily functioning of local government.

Guided by our commitment to being Inspired by Community, Guided by Purpose, Great Barrington values professionalism, collaboration, accountability, and respect. The Lead Administrative Coordinator will join a team dedicated to public service excellence and operational integrity, working in partnership with colleagues across the organization to support community well-being and public trust.

About the Role

This senior administrative role provides coordinated support across all divisions of the Department of Public Works, including Highway, Facilities, Wastewater, Cemetery, and Parks & Recreation. Working closely with Public Works leadership and other Town departments, the position supports budgeting, procurement, contracts, grants, compliance, wastewater administration, and board and committee coordination, while serving as a primary point of contact for residents, vendors, and external partners.

Position Details

Status: Full-Time, Non-Union, Non-Exempt
Department: Public Works
Salary Range: $60,000 – $64,000

What You’ll Do

• Provide senior administrative support to Public Works leadership
• Coordinate department-wide administrative, procurement, and financial processes
• Support grants, contracts, bid administration, and compliance requirements
• Serve as a primary point of contact for residents, vendors, and partners
• Administer wastewater-related billing and customer service functions
• Support boards and committees affiliated with the Department

Visit this link to view the full job description: https://ma-greatbarrington.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/1782/Lead-DPW-Admin-Coord-Career-Description-FINAL-123025