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Community
Development Director
The City of City of Green River, Wyoming is seeking a Community
Development Director. Green River is a picturesque, progressive community
of 13,000
with a flourishing economy. The city is a stable organization looking
for a leader with vision who will unify the community development department
and aid the community in revitalizing its image, managing its growth,
and planning for its future. The ideal candidate is a talented senior
management professional from a public sector organization of comparable
complexity and size, with knowledge and experience in community development,
including planning, building, and permitting. Ten years of progressively
responsible, related experience including five years of management/supervisory
experience are required. A bachelor’s degree in urban planning,
architecture, public administration, or related field is required. A
master’s degree is desirable. Salary: $74,868 to $112,302 with
excellent benefits. The City of Green River is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by August 3, 2008 (first
review, open until filled). Please send letter of interest, resume, application,
and answers to the supplemental questions to Prothman via email at humanresources@prothman.com
or mail to 3633 136th PL SE, Suite 206, Bellevue, WA 98006. Complete
profile of the position and application materials available at www.prothman.com.
Posted: 7/8/08
City
Administrator
The City of Parkville, Missouri (pop. 5,117) is seeking a City Administrator.
The city has had two administrators since 1990 and is located immediately
north of KC, Missouri and is a growing, historic, picturesque city located
on the river; home of Park University; financially stable and progressive;
$5M budget; 38 full-time and four part-time employees. The position will
require minimum of BA/BS degree in appropriate field, Masters desirable.
A minimum 3-5 years of progressively responsible management experience
with excellent financial and interpersonal skills required. The city
has an eight member Board of Aldermen elected from wards for overlapping
terms and the mayor is elected at large. Non partisan. Salary DOQ. Submit
confidential resume with salary history to Robert J. Saunders, Organization
Consultants, 1542 Merit Lane, Liberty, MO 64068 no later than 8/31/08.
Posted: 4/7/08
Patrol
Officer
The City of Kingman is currently accepting applications for
the position of Patrol Officer. Applicants must be at least 21 years
of age, possess
a valid driver’s license, be a U.S. citizen, able to pass a background
check as well as psychological and physical exams. KLETC and Kansas
EMT certification desired but not required. The City of Kingman offers
a
competitive benefits package, including vacation leave, sick leave,
holidays, family health insurance, and retirement plan. Salary based
on education
and experience. Application review will start August 6, 2008. Contact
Police Chief Marc Holloway at (620) 532-3138 with questions. Please
submit a resume to: City of Kingman, 324 N. Main, P.O. Box 168, Kingman,
KS
67068. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posted: 7/7/08
Public Works Director
The City of Raytown, Missouri (pop. 29,000) - $62,607-$90,780 DOQ. Plans,
manages, and oversees Public Works Department including engineering,
sanitary sewer, streets, storm water management, code enforcement,
vehicle maintenance, buildings, and grounds. Bachelor’s degree
required; Master’s preferred. Must have at least 8+ years experience
in public works or a related field, including four years of administrative
and supervisory experience. Must be able to pass background check and
drug screen. View job description at www.raytown.mo.us. Submit resume
and cover letter to City of Raytown, Attention: HR, 10000 E. 59th Street,
Raytown, MO 64133. Resumes may also be faxed to (816) 737-6097 or e-mailed
to debbied@raytown.mo.us. Open until filled. EOE/ADA.
Posted: 7/7/08
Public Works Superintendent
The City of Raytown, Missouri - $41,723-$60,499 DOQ. Performs a variety
of complex professional, technical, and administrative work in the
supervision, planning, development, and operations management of municipal
street, storm drainage, fleet, traffic control, and sewer collection
systems. The ideal candidate will possess five years of increasingly
responsible experience in public works maintenance, construction, and
repair activities, including two years of lead or supervisory experience
and a minimum of an associate’s degree from an accredited college
or university with major course work in civil engineering or related
field of study; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to pass background check and drug screen. View job description
at www.raytown.mo.us. Submit resume and cover letter to City of Raytown,
Attention: HR, 10000 E. 59th Street, Raytown, MO 64133. Resumes may
also be faxed to (816) 737-6097 or e-mailed to debbied@raytown.mo.us.
Open until filled. EOE/ADA.
Posted: 7/7/08
Public Works Operations Supervisor
The City of Raytown, Missouri - $38,662 -$56,060 DOQ. Position will supervise,
plan, coordinate, and oversee daily activities for street maintenance
operations such as asphalt patching, utility line repair, traffic control
signage installation and repair, snow removal and other emergency operations.
HS Diploma/equiv. required supplemented by specialized training in
construction, maintenance, and repair activities related to assigned
operations and services. Four years of responsible experience in field
construction, maintenance, repair, or operational activities. Must
be able to pass background check and drug screen. View job description
at www.raytown.mo.us. Submit resume and cover letter to City of Raytown,
Attention: HR, 10000 E. 59th Street, Raytown, MO 64133. Resumes may
also be faxed to (816) 737-6097 or e-mailed to debbied@raytown.mo.us.
Open until filled. EOE/ADA.
Posted: 7/7/08
City Administrator
The City of Horton has a 3.3 million budget and 25 full-time employees
and operates under a mayor and four-member commission form of government.
Horton is a full service city with city owned water, sewer, and electrical
generation/distribution utilities. Bachelor’s degree in public
administration or related field and/or four years equivalent experience
required. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and ability
to build a consensus. The candidate must be a creative professional
with a high degree of energy to address community issues. The City
of Horton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position salary is negotiable
depending on qualifications. The position includes competitive benefits.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three
work-related references to City of Horton, Administrator Position,
P.O. Box 30, Horton, KS 66439. Resume review begins July 18, 2008.
Open until filled.
Posted: 7/7/08
Assistant
City Manager
The City of Leavenworth is seeking qualified, motivated applicants
for the position of Asst. City Manager. This position reports directly
to
the City Manager and assists with all facets of the City’s governmental
organization and administration. Responsible for communicating and negotiating
with all Department Heads and Governing Body members and representing
the City at various activities in the community; preparation of the CIP;
assists with formulation and implementation of the City’s Legislative
Program; serves as City Liaison with other entities for economic development
considerations and governmental affairs. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s
degree in public or business administration or related field; three years
experience as a department director in a municipal or county government;
be bondable, and comply with the city residency requirements. Starting
Salary: $60,446– $75,557 DOQ + excellent benefits. Interested applicants
may apply in confidence by sending a cover letter, resume, and completed
city application to Lona Lanter, HR Director, 100 N. 5th Street, Leavenworth
KS 66048. Deadline for submission of applications is August 1, 2008.
For a detailed position description and city application, please visit
the city’s website at www.lvks.org and click on employment opportunities.
EOE/AA.
Posted: 7/2/08
Director,
Planning & Community
Development
The City of Leavenworth is seeking qualified applicants for the position
of Planning & Community Development Director. This position reports
directly to the City Manager and directs all community planning, zoning,
housing (senior and Section 8) and federal grant program activities
for the City. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in urban
planning, business or public administration, community or real estate
development; 4-5 years progressively responsible experience in administration
and management of planning, housing and community development activities.
Starting Salary: $65,686– $82,107 DOQ + excellent benefits. Interested
applicants may apply in confidence by sending a cover letter, resume,
and completed city application to Lona Lanter, HR Director, 100 N.
5th Street, Leavenworth KS 66048. Deadline for submission of applications
is August 1, 2008. For a detailed position description and city application,
please visit the city’s website at www.lvks.org and click on
employment opportunities. EOE/AA.
Posted: 7/2/08
City
Engineer
The City of Miami, Oklahoma (pop. 13,704) is currently accepting
resumes for the position of a full-time City Engineer. The salary will
be contingent
upon education, experience, and qualifications. All candidates must be
registered as a PE in Oklahoma or other state with reciprocal licensing.
Successful candidate will serve as the city’s supervisor of engineering
and inspections. The duties will include: planning, design, implementation,
administration of all public improvement construction contracts, professional
engineering support services for all city and utility department operations,
and department management. Attendance at city council and utility board
meetings, community organizations, and occasional out of town meetings
will be required. Seeking an individual with experience in government
public projects and utility operations. Knowledge of environmental practices
and regulations, hydrology/hydraulic methods, and computer modeling are
a plus. All candidates must possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license
and be insurable. The city offers excellent fringe benefits to include:
health benefits, life insurance, vacation, sick leave, and retirement
plan. Pre-employment and random drug screens are utilized by the city.
Resumes will be accepted until position is filled. Please send resumes
to: Judy Francisco, Assistant to the City Manager, P.O. Box 1288, Miami,
OK 74355-1288. EOE.
Posted: 7/1/08
City Manager 
The City of Hoisington (pop. 3,000), a full service city with electric,
water, and wastewater utilities, is accepting applications for the
position of City Manager. Located in central Kansas; the community
is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. For additional
community information visit www.hoisingtonkansas.com.
The city has a $6.6 million budget, 40 full-time employees, and operates
under a
mayor and eight-member council/manager form of government. The ideal
applicant should also have a bachelor’s degree in a related field
and at least three years of municipal government experience. The background
of the successful candidate should include exposure to a wide-range
of municipal government issues with a proven track record that demonstrates
sound judgment and uncompromising integrity. Record of success in community/economic
development, resourceful fiscal management, long-range planning, and
employee/community interactions necessary. Salary $60,000-$70,000 negotiable
depending on qualifications. Send resumes and three professional references
to LEAPS-Hoisington, 300 SW 8th, Topeka, KS 66603. EOE. Open until
filled. Resume review begins August 11, 2008.
Posted: 7/1/08
Water
Superintendent
The City of Derby (pop. 21,101) is seeking a Water Superintendent.
Reporting to the Director of Public Works, the Water Superintendent is
responsible
for the day to day operation and administrative duties for the water
division. This position supervises four employees. Four years of water
management experience and three years of supervisory experience are required.
A Class III Water Operator license or equivalent training and experience
is required. A Class IV is required within two years. A Kansas commercial
driver’s license is required within 90 days of employment. Salary
range starts at $43,243 DOQ. Excellent benefits. View complete position
description and apply online at www.derbyweb.com. Open Until Filled.
EOE.
Posted: 6/27/08
County
Engineer
Saline County is seeking a County Engineer who will work
closely with the Road and Bridge Director and is responsible for
the overall
management
of the Engineer Division. Assist in activities of the department
with other city, county, state, federal, and private agencies. Minimum
Qualifications:
Be a Professional Engineer and licensed by the State of Kansas or
obtain a Kansas license within the first six months of employment;
have a bachelor’s
degree in civil engineering or a related field; three years experience
as a civil engineer preferred; have a Local Public Authority Certification
or obtain such certification within the first 12 months of employment;
have management experience preferably a minimum of two to three years
in a responsible position; strong people management and communication
skills; good planning skills; knowledge of road and bridge construction
and maintenance methods and techniques. For more information contact
Marilyn Leamer, Human Resource Director, (785) 309-5812 or marilyn.leamer@saline.org.
Interested persons need to apply on-line at www.saline.org. Applications
accepted only until filled. EOE.
Posted: 6/27/08
City
Administrator
The City of Andover seeks an Administrator for rapidly growing,
full-service, suburban community of 10,000 in Wichita MSA. Outstanding
schools; robust
economy; beautiful neighborhoods; family and business friendly atmosphere.
Annual budget $14.5 million; 70 employees. Administrator responsible
for supervising employees; overseeing service delivery; preparing
budget; making policy recommendations, and executing council decisions.
Three
years experience in public management; bachelor’s degree in public
administration or related field; and stable, progressive career record
required. Five years experience as city manager/administrator or assistant
manager/administrator in suburban growth community; master’s
degree; economic development experience and ICMA membership preferred.
Application
letter with salary history, resume, three work-related references
in confidence to: mflentje@austinpeters.com; or 543 N. Birkdale Court, Wichita,
KS, 67230. Preference to applications received before July 25. Finalists
subject to public disclosure. Recruitment profile: www.andoverks.com.
Posted: 6/27/08
Intergovernmental
Relations Associate
Statewide association seeks enthusiastic professional with an interest
in local government. Duties include coordination of training programs,
writing for a monthly publication, lobbying, and managing an executive
search program. MPA or related advanced degree required. Salary range
$40,000 - $50,000. EOE. Send cover letter, resume, and references to
Kim Winn, League of Kansas Municipalities, 300 SW 8th Ave., Topeka, KS
66603 or kwinn@lkm.org. Resume review begins July 11, 2008.
Posted: 6/25/08
Assistant
Director of Public Works/Utilities
The City of Manhattan seeks Assistant Director of Public Works/Utilities.
Pay Range: $65,270 – 104,436/yr (DOQ)
Position Purpose: Provide dependable, cost-efficient, customer friendly
utility services that meet or surpass standards set forth by the Kansas
Department of Health and Environment and the United States Environmental
Protection Agency. Plan, organize, direct operations of the water production
and distribution system and the wastewater collection and treatment system.
Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree in civil
engineering or closely related field required. Possession of a P.E. license
in Kansas
or in another state with ability to obtain a P.E. license in Kansas within
six months of. Qualifications include at least five years progressively
responsible engineering and public works experience including the design
of public site infrastructure, i.e., roads, drainage, and utilities,
including four years supervisory experience or similar experience with
water, wastewater, and solid waste systems. A master’s degree
may be substituted for some work experience. Employee is expected
to possess
the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably
well within six months to one year of employment.
Closing Date: 07/17/08. To request a complete job description and/or
an application download the information from our website at www.ci.manhattan.ks.us/jobs.asp or
Contact Human Resources at: City of Manhattan, 1101 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan,
KS 66502; (785) 587-2445;
Email: jobs@ci.manhattan.ks.us.
Posted: 6/24/08
Principal Civil Engineer
The City of Manhattan seeks a Principal Civil Engineer.
Pay Range: $62,192 - $99,486/yr. (DOQ)
Position Purpose: Advanced engineering level position. Directs, develops,
plans, manages, and coordinates the design and implementation of public
improvement and maintenance projects including streets, alleys, sidewalks,
streetlights, traffic signals, storm and sanitary sewers, and water lines;
coordinates those activities among the functional areas of Engineering,
Project Coordination and Stormwater Engineering. Reviews infrastructure
plans and contract documents prepared by consultants; provides highly
responsible and complex administrative and technical support to the City
Engineer.
Experience Required: B.S. in Civil Engineering.
Five years of progressively responsible engineering experience. Possession
of a
P.E. license in Kansas or in another
state with the ability to obtain a P.E. license in
Kansas within six months of hire or promotion into this
position. Considerable knowledge of civil engineering and traffic engineering
practices and procedures required. Must have the knowledge to perform
complicated engineering calculations and functions. Basic knowledge of
surveying and inspection procedures. Knowledge of construction techniques,
materials and their appropriate applications. Knowledge of the design
of streets, sewers, storm sewers, and water systems, and the MUTCD.
Closing Date: 07/17/08. To request a complete job description
and/or an application download the information from our website at www.ci.manhattan.ks.us/jobs.asp or
contact Human Resources at: City of Manhattan, 1101 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan,
KS 66502; (785) 587-2445;
Email: jobs@ci.manhattan.ks.us.
Posted: 6/24/08
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