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Community Development Assistant Jobs in Massachusetts

BOS Nation FC

VP of Community

Boston, MA · On-site

$140K - $150K/yr

As VP of Community & Development, you will set and own the Club's community engagement strategy and roadmap, and you will build the development function that funds it - cultivating donors, corporate ...

School District 197

Group Leader - Assistant

Quincy, MA · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

Volunteer Development: Assist in engaging volunteers. * Community Involvement: Support YMCA fundraising activities and community partnerships. Qualifications: * Must be at least 16 years of age.

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How much do community development assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for community development assistant in Massachusetts is $23.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.18 and $26.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What degree do you need for community development assistant?

A community development assistant typically needs at least a bachelor's degree in fields such as community development, social work, public administration, or related areas. Relevant skills include communication, organization, and familiarity with local government or nonprofit organizations; some positions may prefer or require additional certifications or experience.

What does a community development assistant do?

A community development assistant supports local initiatives by coordinating programs, engaging with community members, and assisting with planning and outreach efforts. They often work with government agencies or non-profit organizations and may use tools like databases and communication platforms to facilitate community projects.

What are the most commonly searched types of Community Development jobs in Massachusetts?

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Infographic showing various Community Development Assistant job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $49,592 per year, or $23.8 per hour.

Graduate Assistant - Office of Residence Life

MCPHS University

Boston, MA • On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

The Office of Residence Life seeks a Graduate Assistant to serve as a live-in professional to support the operations of university-sponsored housing, ensuring an environment conducive to student development and academic success. GAs work with the professional staff team to support daily building operations, participate in on-call duty rotation, educational programming, community development, staff training, staff selection, and departmental assessment.
Our residents live in a mixture of buildings on MCPHS' campus and buildings on neighboring college campuses. Our office has the unique opportunity to work closely with campus partners for the day-to-day operation of our halls. This is a live-In position, part-time, 20 hours/week. Furnished, on-campus housing and meal plan will be provided.
Supervision & Community Development:
  • Participate in professional staff team and play an integral part in pursuing the mission and vision of the Residence Life (RL) department
  • Assist professional staff with the oversight of the residential communities in managing conflict, empowering students to self-advocate, and building relationships to facilitate referrals to appropriate campus resources
  • Co-manage a residential area with an Area Coordinator by serving as the primary supervisor for a designated community, providing direct supervision to Resident Assistants and supporting the overall operation of the larger residential area.
  • Participate in all aspects of the planning and execution of RA Training and Selection
  • Assist in planning and implementing weekly RA Staff meetings which include topics, informing staff of upcoming processes, relaying important information, etc.
  • Lead the management of one special project throughout the academic year, which include: Off Campus Housing or Social Media & Marketing

On-Call & Student Conduct:
  • Participate in Residence Life on Call (ROC) Duty Rotation, including weekends, after-hours, break periods and holidays. When on-call, acts as the primary professional staff contact for on-campus emergencies or crises
  • Document policy violations, student concerns, mediations, etc. through the conduct management system
  • Adjudicate minor level cases and assists the Dean of Students staff to educate MCPHS University community on policy infractions and responsibility
  • Attend weekly Conduct and On Call meetings during business hours

Administrative:
  • Attend weekly RL staff meetings held during business hours
  • Encouraged to attend RA weekly staff meetings held generally during evening hours, if course schedule allows
  • Assist with the opening and closing of residence halls, departmental assessment, and planning initiatives
  • Be available, visible, and approachable to students within the college community and attend community functions
  • Participate in professional development workshops provided by the Division of Student Affairs
  • Opportunities to participate in campus-wide and COF wide committees to help educate and train students in collaboration with campus partners
  • Other duties as assigned by the Director of Residence Life and/or Area Coordinator

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Current graduate student who is pursuing a master's degree in higher education and/or student affairs administration, education, counseling, or related field concurrently while in the position
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers

Preferred:
  • Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office and social media platforms and ability to work with or learn data management systems
  • Previous experience in a residential life or student leadership setting

Physical Requirements:
  • Standing, sitting, manual dexterity, ability to move between offices and floors of buildings; Being on call requires response in person across our various building.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and perform well under pressure

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