Central Massachusetts town, Hopedale, MA seeks a 37.5 hours per week Director for the Hopedale Council on Aging. Our unique Senior Center, located in a historic private nonprofit building, serves 1,471 age 60 plus seniors. Additionally, we serve all town residents seeking assistance with federal energy and food programs. The Director oversees the daily operations of the Senior Center, creates innovative programs, publishes a monthly newsletter, manages the departmental budget, supervises staff and volunteers, oversees transportation and outreach services and is the liaison and advocate for the town’s senior population.

The Director works under the administrative direction of a nine (9) member Council on Aging Board collaboratively establishing policies, strategic plans and objectives. The Director provides the Council on Aging Board with monthly reports that evaluate programs and services.

The recommended minimum requirements for the position are: A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Human Services or a closely related field 5 to 7 years of progressive experience working with the senior population Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong public service emphasis Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google software Drivers’ license required Salary: $70,000 based on qualifications Exempt benefited position Job description available at www. hopedale-ma.gov +