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The mission of the Election Department is to ensure that all municipal, state, and federal elections conducted within the City of Boston are properly managed in accordance with City, State, and Federal laws. The Department also strives to ensure that all eligible citizens are registered to vote and that a comprehensive juror list is provided to the State Jury Commissioner.The City of Boston's Election Department is seeking individuals to serve as Listing Officers and Data Entry Clerks beginning in May and continuing through August. Under the supervision and direction of the Election Department Staff, the Listing Officers will go door-to-door in neighborhoods across the City to complete the Annual Listing of Residents, as required by Massachusetts General Laws.In addition to this,...
We ensure that the City of Boston's municipal buildings are welcoming, vibrant, and safe. This includes City Hall and Faneuil Hall. We maintain and manage various City of Boston buildings, overseeing layout and space planning for City departments, building security, and events. We also coordinate improvement projects for City properties. Property Management includes Municipal Protective Services (MPS), Graffiti Removal Team, Building Custodians, and Alterations & Repairs.
The City of Boston's Office of Human Resources (OHR) partners with internal City departments to attract and develop a diverse, qualified, and productive workforce to serve Boston's residents. Additionally, OHR manages a school-year and summer jobs program for Boston youth ages 14 to 18.
We engage, empower, and improve life for residents in the City through technology.
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn represents Boston's District 2, which includes Chinatown, South Boston, South Boston Waterfront, Downtown, Bay Village, and Back Bay. The City Council serves as a link between the citizens of Boston and their municipal government. Councilors help constituents by connecting them to resources, services, and City departments. They serve as advocates for all Bostonians.Councilor Flynn has hosted many YEO applicants and interns during his 7 years at the City Council. Over the course of his tenure working with youth in the office, Councilor Flynn has empowered youth by tailoring each applicant’s experience to their interests and providing opportunities for personal growth, leadership, and career development. These programs help youth build skills, gain work...
The Center for Working Families (CWF), launched in 2014, supports low-income Boston residents in building financial security through tailored services like financial education, job training, and credit-building. CWF partners with stakeholders to provide year-round support, particularly for low- and moderate-income communities of color.Bank On Boston, part of CWF, offers residents access to safe financial products and services. In 2024, Bank On Boston helped over 200 youth workers open bank accounts and receive direct deposit payments. Looking ahead to Summer 2025, Bank On Boston will employ Young Money Mentors from Boston Public Schools. These mentors will gain financial literacy and career insights while providing peer-to-peer mentorship on personal finance.This initiative aims...
Our mission is to provide a space where young ladies can learn and grow both professionally and socially while giving back to the community. Our youth support and collaborate with other community groups, including local food pantries, summer programs targeting families in need, and working with young professionals to develop their work skills.
The Wentworth Training Program provides vocational opportunities for Boston Public School students, ages 18-22, who receive special education services. This community-based vocational training program offers pathways to internships, externships, employment, and postgraduate opportunities in fields such as Facilities Management, Hospitality, Customer Service, Business Management, and Public Works (recycling).This program provides authentic work experience, where students are assigned job titles, work IDs, receive evaluations, and are eligible for pay raises. We set high expectations for all learners, ensuring that our community-based partners receive the best of BPS students.As a professional contractor, we are accountable for results. Student tasks and evaluations focus not only...
The STRIVE program provides vocational opportunities for Boston Public School students, ages 18-22, who receive special education services. This is a school-based/community-based vocational training program that leads to internships, externships, supported employment, and other postgraduate opportunities in various fields. It offers authentic work experiences where students gain real-life skills, including both soft skills and hard skills development, along with coaching. Our program sets high expectations for all learners, encouraging students to engage in work skills that may not otherwise be available to them. We also operate sites at various high schools during the school year.
Our mission is to forge and foster relationships with Boston youth, aged 14 to 18, who are eligible for employment. Officers and civilian staff provide mentorship, resources, and support to improve their quality of life.We are focused on:- Health and Wellness- Life Skills- Personal Development- Decision Making- Community Connections- Trauma ResponseWe conduct workshops and presentations on financial literacy, substance abuse, and youth-police dialogues, in addition to facilitating visits to various local colleges.
The mission of the Boston Public Schools (BPS) Academic Mentoring Program is to provide students with opportunities for personal, academic, and professional growth through mentorship. We aim to connect youth with caring adults who can guide and support them in navigating their educational journey while also building essential life skills. Our goal is to foster long-term, positive relationships that contribute to student success in and beyond the classroom, promoting both personal development and academic achievement.Program Overview and ModelOur youth program focuses on connecting students, primarily from middle and high schools, with mentors who serve as role models, advocates, and sources of support. The program is structured around three key pillars:- Academic Support:...
To create delicious meals that our diverse students will enjoy.
The Library is dedicated to promoting literacy, learning, and cultural enrichment through its core areas: reading, spaces and programs, reference and instruction, and special collections. With 25 branches across the city, the Library serves as a civic hub providing access to WiFi, citizenship information, computer services, and a diverse range of collections. Programs include storytimes, technology classes, arts and crafts, and educational support for all ages. The Library is committed to inclusivity, offering equal access to all individuals regardless of background, and is actively modernizing its facilities to enhance community engagement.
Fight for Success is a year round program that focus on Community service.
We are dedicated to working in partnership with the community to fight crime, reduce fear, and improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods.Our Mission: Community PolicingFor over 20 years, the Boston Police Department (BPD) has been a leader in Community Policing initiatives. Through the core principles of partnership, prevention, and problem-solving, BPD has contributed to both a lower crime rate and a reduction in arrests in the city.Community policing begins with positive interactions on the streets and in classrooms. It involves proactive prevention, diversion programs for at-risk youth and families, and provides pathways away from violence for those ready to make a change. BPD is working every day with the community to strengthen relationships, with a focus on...
Every year the Parks Department brings engaging programs and events to parks throughout the City of Boston. Don't miss out on these free, fun events! From ParkARTS performing arts like concerts and puppet shows, to participatory programming like arts and crafts workshops, to special events and festivals—Boston's parks are full of activity!
Boston Parks & Recreation’s youth recreation series and events enhance life quality and economic balance by offering convenient, free, high-quality instructional programs and team-building activities to underserved and economically disadvantaged communities. These programs serve various demographics, including at-risk youth and children from families who cannot afford summer sports camps, leagues, or sports-specific programs. By providing these opportunities, the events and programs play a crucial role in bringing safe and enriching activities to parks in densely populated areas.
Boston Parks & Recreation's youth recreation series and events improve quality of life and economic balance by providing convenient, free, high-quality, instructional, and team-building programs to underserved and economically disadvantaged communities. These programs serve several demographics, including at-risk populations and children from families who cannot afford summer sports camps, leagues, or sport-specific series. They provide a vital means of bringing safe and enriching activities to parks in these densely populated areas.
Boston Parks & Recreation's youth recreation series and events improve quality of life and economic balance by providing convenient, free, quality, instructional, and team-building programs to underserved and economically disadvantaged communities. These programs serve a variety of demographics, including at-risk populations and children whose families cannot afford summer sports camps, leagues, or sports-specific programs. They offer a vital opportunity to bring safe and enriching activities to the parks in these densely populated areas.
Boston Parks & Recreation's youth recreation series and events improve quality of life and promote economic balance by providing convenient, free, high-quality, instructional, and team-building programs to underserved and economically disadvantaged communities. Serving several demographics, including at-risk populations and children whose families cannot afford summer sports camps, leagues, or sports-specific series, these events and programs offer a vital means of bringing safe and enriching activities to parks in densely populated areas.
