Outreach Specialist

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as Acton's Energy Advocate under the Mass Save Community First Partnership (CFP)
• Build connections with Acton’s residents and small businesses, particularly with underrepresented and underserved communities
• Increase awareness of and participation in energy-saving programs that reduce utility costs and support a clean energy future
• Support residents and businesses in accessing relevant services and incentives
• Enhance the Town’s overall communication with the public
• Support the development of clear, inclusive, and accessible communication strategies to promote local government programs, events, and updates
• Auxiliary work may include coordinating public messaging across digital platforms, printed materials, and community events

Minimum Entrance Requirements

• One to three (1-3) years of experience in community outreach, public engagement, and public communication
• Experience working with diverse populations across language, socio-economic, or cultural backgrounds and engaging populations served by CFP programs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Skills in building partnerships and aligning efforts toward shared goals
• Organized, proactive, and able to manage time across multiple projects and priorities
• Comfortable public speaking and community-facing work
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Proficiency with data entry and tracking in spreadsheets or similar tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce
• Familiarity with energy efficiency or sustainable initiatives
• Experience leading or supporting interns or volunteers
• Proven ability to inspire action or foster collaboration
• Graphic design or content creation skills (e.g. Canva, Adobe, social media tools)
• Fluency or conversant in Mandarin or Portuguese

Pay Rate

$66,542 - $74,894 on qualifications. This is a grant-funded position through Spring 2028.

Benefits

• Hybrid or Flex work schedule is available
• Up to a $425 fitness club reimbursement program (if enrolled in Town Health Insurance plan)
• Health, Dental, Vision, and an attractive pension system are just some of our competitive insurance and benefits
• The Town pays 75% of the Health Insurance cost

Contact Information

To Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter to Human Resources (e-mail: jobs@actonma.gov)

The Town of Acton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For More Information on all Job Postings: visit actonma.gov/jobs

Deadline

First consideration being given to applications received by July 29, 2026