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Ready for a professional change or are you just curiouswhat is available locally? Youâre not alone.
According to a recent jobs report from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national unemployment rate is 3.5% and there are reported increases in jobs across industries, including health care, hospitality, and manufacturing. Many companies are facing a labor shortage, meaning itâs a good time for those looking for a new position.
The first steps in the job search process are always the hardest â so we did the work for you. Here are 10 cool jobs that are open now in Boston.
Civic | Director of Climate Resilience & Adaptation | City of Boston | Full-time | Lead the development and implementation of Bostonâs climate resilience strategies and programs.
Civic | Black Menâs Initiative Program Manager | City of Boston | Full-time | Boston residency is required for this role within the Equity and Inclusion Cabinet.
Events | Associate Director of Special Events | Institute of Contemporary Art | Full-time | Lead the ICAâs fundraising events program and oversee the calendar of 20+ annual events.
Finance | Manager of Financial Operations | Harvard Art Museums | Full-time | Take the lead on accounting and compliance operations.
Government | Special Agent | Federal Bureau of Investigation, Boston location | Full-time | Candidates must be able to pass the physical fitness test and obtain top level security clearance.
Marketing | Global Media Director | New Balance | Full-time | Manage the Boston team to create strategies and campaigns across all media channels.
Social Media | Senior Director of Social Media | Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | Full-time | Support this healthcare non-profit but creating a comprehensive social media strategy.
Sports | Red Sox Analyst | Fenway Sports Management | Full-time | Join the teamâs baseball analytic department focusing on player evaluation, acquisition, and development.
Tourism | Tour Guide | Red Sox | Part-time | Share the history of Fenway Park both during baseball season + in the off-season.
Transit | Transportation Planner | Massport | Full-time | This strategic position will develop solutions to enhance ground access and High Occupancy Vehicle options to Logan Airport and Massportâs other locations.
Bonus: Register for the upcoming LGBTQ+ Job Fair on Friday, Jan. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Park Plaza Hotel.
Gallery Night Tuesdays | Tuesday, Jan. 10 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Liberty Lobby at The Liberty Hotel, 215 Charles St., Boston | Free | Explore the work of local artist Kelly Sheehan Russo this week.
Bostonâs Back to Business Bash | Tuesday, Jan. 10 | 6-8:30 p.m. | W Boston, 100 Stuart St., Boston | $29 | Meet and greet local business-minded peers at this young professionals event with guest speakers, door prizes, and resources to get back to business.
Wednesday, Jan. 11
Dancing With The Stars: 2023 Tour | Wednesday, Jan. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Boch Center, 270 Tremont St., Boston | $49-$142 | Watch the âDancing with the Starsâ cast waltz, tango, and quick step at the local tour stop.
Boston Celtics vs. New Orleans Pelicans | Wednesday, Jan. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston | $58.50-$1,251 | Doors open an hour before tipoff.
Thursday, Jan. 12
20th Boston Celtic Music Festival | Thursday, Jan. 12 | 7 p.m. | Club Passim, 47 Palmer St., Cambridge | $22-$25 | Enjoy over 60 local Celtic musicians, workshops, and participatory musical sessions and dances across multiple venues.
Friday, Jan. 13
Pickle Me This | Friday, Jan. 13 | 7-8 p.m. | curds&co, 288 Washington St., Brookline | $65 | Taste through a flight of pickles + cheeses at the Brookline shop.
We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Paradise is waiting at Lifted, the urban oasis rooftop bar at Omni Boston Seaport đč
Try This: Paradise is waiting at Lifted, an urban oasis rooftop bar đč
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Slide into a cozy chair or sit next to one of the large bay windows. | Photo by BOStoday
If the Boston winter blues are getting you down, we have some insider information tolift your spirits. Lifted, a bar and restaurant located at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport is open daily, year-round and always to the public â so you donât have to be a guest to enjoy this hidden gem.
The Miami-styled space offers tropical cocktails, brightly-colored decor, delicious dishes + stellar views of the city to make you feel like youâre on a luxurious vacation in the middle of New England winter. Hello, best kept secret of the Seaport. đŽ
Take a seat in one of the cozy chairs or booths. Lifted is located on the fifth floor of the hotel, so youâll get to drink in the city views with your tropical cocktails. You canât go wrong sipping on a Mai Tai or the watermelon margarita to set the tone for your meal, which is skillfully + deliciously crafted by Chef Samantha Hill.
Thirsty for more? Keep reading to see our favorite eats and whatâs coming soon to Lifted. Already in? Make reservations here.*
A new reservation-only BYOB bar called Barletteplans to open next month in Coolidge Corner. The sister restaurant Cobble is located downstairs. Guests can expect a four-course menu of bar snacksand seasonal cocktail mixers on tap to pair with your spirits. đž (Boston Magazine)
Community
The Embrace memorialwill be unveiled on Friday, Jan. 13 in a ceremony taking place from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Boston Common. The new bronze monument is a 22-ft statue of two arms embracing, inspired by a photo of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. + his wife Coretta Scott King.
Open
Rozzie Bound Co-opis now open at 739 South St. in Roslindale, with a grand opening event expected later this month.The new brick and mortar location is open Wednesday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. đ
Announced
The Boston Athletic Association announced the womenâs professional field for the upcoming Boston Marathon. The field includes decorated athletes from 18 countries, global medalists, national record holders, Olympians, Paralympians + five Boston Marathon champions. Run, donât walk, over to the full list.
Plan Ahead
This new immersive experienceis out of this world. Space Adventure will make its US debut in Boston on Wednesday, Jan. 18 in Chelsea at 121 Webster Ave. Space Adventure celebrates the arrival of man on the moon with a series of immersive rooms that include over 300 original NASA artifacts. Blast off for tickets. đ
Closed
Cacao, the chocolate shop specializing in chocolate treats like bonbons + truffles, has closed its Jamaica Plain location. The sweet news is that the Newton location is still open at 23 Lincoln St. đ« (Boston.com)
Sports
Patriots fans can start planning for next season with the finalized 2023 opponent list. With a third-place finish in the AFC East, the Pats will play home games against the Colts and the Saints. Plus, the Chiefs, Eagles, and Chargers are scheduled to visit Gillette Stadium. đ
Health
UMass Bostonhas reinstated the campus mask requirements due to an increase in COVID-19 cases locally. Boston health officials are advising precautions after Suffolk Countyâs community risk for COVID-19 from increased from âmediumâ to âhigh.â The City of Boston is offering vaccines + boosters for anyone five or older.
Ranked
No. 1. Thatâs where the Bay State ranked on WalletHubâs list of the best places to raise a family in 2023. The study compared 50 states across 51 key indicators, including family-friendliness, median annual family income, and housing affordability.
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Editorâs pick: Get double excited for the opening of the new Mei MeiDumpling Factory in Southie. Take a bite out of this Double (aka a scallion pancake sandwich) when the new location opens later this month. Stay tuned for details on opening events.
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