INFORMATION SPECIALIST I | Information Services Center
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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- Pay
- $61.9K
- a year
- Location
- Boston, MA
- Work style
- Remote OK
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 26
- 1 day ago
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About the company
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Government Administration · 501 to 1,000 employees
MassDEP serves the Commonwealth by protecting natural resource areas that involve water, land and air. MassDEP is responsible for ensuring clean air and water, safe management and recycling of solid and hazardous wastes, timely cleanup of hazardous waste sites and spills, and the preservation of wetlands and coastal resources. MassDEP enforces environmental laws, provides technical assistance to cities and towns, issues permits and licenses for activities near sensitive resources, inspects contaminated site cleanups, and partners with other federal and state agencies, municipal officials and environmental stakeholders.
What you'll do
- The Information Specialist serves as the primary point of contact for the public, answering inbound calls and providing information or referrals.
- They also assist with explaining the filing and processing of complaints while participating in regular divisional training.
What you need
- Candidates should have an associate or bachelor's degree and professional experience in a call center or public-facing customer service role.
- Proficiency in Spanish, Haitian-Creole, or Portuguese is required, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Education: an associate degree or a bachelor's degree
Key skills
Customer serviceCall center operationsPublic speakingCommunicationInterpersonal skillsReading comprehensionWeb-based applicationsConfidentialityProblem solvingSpanishHaitian-CreolePortuguese
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Attention applicants: Do not apply for this position via the MassCareers website. Your application will not be received.
To apply, follow the link below to the Attorney General’s Office direct application page.
www.mass.gov/ago/employment.
INFORMATION SPECIALIST
EXECUTIVE BUREAU
INFORMATION SERVICES CENTER
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is looking for three highly motivated individuals to join her team as an Information Specialist in the Attorney General’s Information Services Center. The Information Services Center (ISC) answers inbound calls from the public, provides information to callers, and makes internal and external referrals.
Primary Duties: An Information Specialist is a public-facing-position in ISC and plays a central role in the Office’s handling of public inquiries. Information Specialists serve as the first point of contact for most members of the public who contact the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) and are responsible for answering questions, providing information, and making referrals, as appropriate, to other government agencies or community organizations. Information Specialists may also provide explanations and directions to the public regarding the filing, processing, and assignment of complaints, as well as information relating to the work of various divisions. Information Specialists will participate in regular trainings with divisions across the AGO.
Position Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt. This is a fully remote position. Occasional travel to the Boston Office of the AGO may be required for training and meetings. Ample advanced notice is provided in these circumstances.
Salary: $61,894.00
To apply for this position: Please visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General’s Office at BambooHR and apply directly. Applications submitted via MassCareers website are not received.
You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position. The application deadline is November 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM (ET) .
Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2932.
Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option to apply for this position. Applications submitted via this MassCareers website are not received by our Office.
Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:
Laurin Mottle, Chief
Information Services Center
(617) 963-2988
Position Requirements:
· Associate or bachelor’s degree, preferred.
· Professional experience in a call center or public-facing customer service role.
· Proficiency in Spanish, Haitian-Creole, or Portuguese required.
· Commitment to public serve and significant experience working with people from different ethnic, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
· Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with the public, including people who are under physical and/or emotional stress.
· Effective interpersonal, verbal, written, and reading comprehension skills.
· Familiarity with web-based applications is required.
· Ability to handle confidential information with discretion, exercise sound judgment, and follow written and oral instructions.
· Ability to adjust to changing situations and priorities and be comfortable spending a significant portion of each day on the telephone.
· Willingness to travel occasionally to the Boston Office for trainings and meetings, with notice.
· Must be comfortable working remotely and have reliable internet and cell phone service.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.
The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.
Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option. Any automated message generated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassCareers website does not apply to posted positions at the Attorney General’s Office. You must apply directly at: www.mass.gov/ago/employment.