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State of Massachusetts Municipal & School Technology Intern in Boston, Massachusetts
The Executive Office of Technology Services and Security (EOTSS)is the lead enterprise technology organization for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Charged with driving the ongoing alignment of business and technology across the Commonwealth’s Executive Branch, EOTSS oversees and manages the enterprise technology, digital infrastructure and services, as well as the Commonwealth Security Operations Center and an enterprise Standard Operating Environment that includes an information security and risk management framework for over 125 state agencies and over 43,000 state employees. We directly serve our constituents by providing digital services and tools that enable taxpayers, drivers, businesses, visitors, families and other citizens to do business with the Commonwealth in a way that makes every interaction with government easier, faster, and more secure. Our Mission: We provide technology leadership across the Commonwealth to enhance the quality of public service and foster positive community outcomes. The Office of Municipal & School Technology (OMST) is seeking aMunicipal & School Technology Internto join their team. OMST services municipalities and school districts across the Commonwealth byproviding information about and administering technology grants available to local government.OMSTcreates opportunities for regional in-person and virtual collaboration as well as providing technical assistance on community technology initiatives.OMSTpromotes state resources that can improve local government operations. The primary work location for this role will be atOne Ashburton Place, Boston, Massachusetts 02108. The work schedule for this position isMondaythroughFriday, 9AM to 5PM EST.This position would be expected to follow ahybrid model of reportingto work that combines in-office workdays and work from home days as needed. Duties and Responsibilities: * Log OMST based program participation, Community Compact Cabinet Grant (CCC) awards, and update OMST SharePoint with the specific award information. * Contribute to the data gathering information for the OMST SharePoint School Demographics and collaborate on ways to organize the information in useful way and implement as agreed. * Investigate state and federal programs and organize the information in a way that is readable and useful. * Participate in our Municipal Cybersecurity Awareness Grant Program (MCAGP). This grant program is awarded annually to local government agencies, and OMSTadministers the MCAGP with its participants and the vendor Proofpoint to improve cybersecurity posture through end-user training, evaluation, and threat simulation. * Assist in the administration of internal and external data, to ensure data integrity for the OMST team and program participants. * Contribute to the management of data in OMST SharePoint. * Perform some data analysis to provide insights and trends. * Based on acquired knowledge from projects, provide recommendations on improvements Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: * A willingness to learn. * Good written and oral communication skills. * Organized and process oriented. * Prior experience with MS Excel and MS Word. * Possess database knowledge, MS SharePoint is a plus. * Willingness to participate as a team member. * Ability to work actively and productively remotely. * Some knowledge of Municipal government is a plus. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Please see Preferred Qualifications. *Comprehensive Benefits* When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. *Job: Information Systems and Technology *Organization: Exec Office of Technology Services and Security *Title: *Municipal & School Technology Intern * Location: *Massachusetts-Boston-1 Ashburton Place Requisition ID: 250002O7