Senior Services Admin & Programs Specialist

Edgartown; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Edgartown is seeking a Department Assistant for the Council on Aging to provide administrative, clerical, and customer service support to the department and the older adults it serves. This 35 hour/week role assists with day-to-day office operations, program registrations, meeting support, and financial processing.

Candidates should have experience with Google Workspace and be comfortable navigating digital platforms. Open until filled with a priority date of September 8, 2026.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and 1–2 years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience using Google Workspace and cloud-based platforms.
• Knowledge of office practices and elderly service operations.

Responsibilities

• Provides extensive customer service in person, via telephone and email.
• Manages front desk and greets visitors; notifies staff when appointments arrive.
• Prepares payrolls and posts department expenditures; maintains records.
• Registers seniors for programs and events; handles sign-up sheets.
• Coordinates SHINE, Elder Law and Foot Clinics; calls for reminders.

Skills

Customer service

Reception desk

Clerical tasks

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Google Workspace

MUNIS

Job description

Town of Edgartown is seeking a Department Assistant for the Council on Aging to provide administrative, clerical, and customer service support to the department and the older adults it serves. This 35 hour/week role assists with day-to-day office operations, program registrations, meeting support, and financial processing.

Candidates should have experience with Google Workspace and be comfortable navigating digital platforms. Open until filled with a priority date of September 8, 2026.