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CHIEF OF POLICE: City of Riverside, Ohio (population 27,545) is seeking an experienced, highly qualified professional to serve as the Chief of Police who is a proven professional with extensive law enforcement experience, including a minimum of five years command level experience. Require a Bachelor Degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration or related field; current Ohio Peace Officer Training Council certification; exhibit the ability to provide effective leadership, plan, coordinate and direct law enforcement operations and ensure proper compliance with the City’s policies and procedures. Residency required. Salary Range: $64,071 to $78,500 DOQ. Additional information may be obtained at www.riverside.oh.us. Interested, qualified parties are encouraged to submit a resume including a cover letter and professional references, by May 16, 2008 to Kathryn Knisley, Assistant to City Manager, 1791 Harshman Road, Riverside, OH 45424. The City of Riverside is an equal opportunity employer.
CITY SURVEYOR: City of Bowling Green – Engineering Division (Pay Band 5 through 6/29/08: $49,440 – $74,156) (Pay Band 5 as of 6/30/08: $51,319 – $76,973) This full-time, salaried, exempt position is responsible for providing vital surveying and engineering information, including documents, in order to maintain and promote growth of the City’s infrastructure. Performs land surveys, easements, plats, etc., writes legal descriptions; performs research at the Court House to determine legal rights and to gather evidence; acts as a consultant for the administration and the public by providing information; estimates construction costs for proposed utility and public works projects; schedules work for survey crews and Engineering Division; designs utility and public works projects; checks surveying and engineering plans; completes pay estimates for projects; performs complex mathematical calculations, including latitude and longitude; writes specifications for public works projects (sidewalks & pavements); performs survey field work and construction staking; and performs other related duties as assigned. Job requires incumbent to stand, talk/hear, sit, walk and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Work performed both indoors in an office setting and out doors. Must be able to focus clearly at 20 inches or less. Ability to use spreadsheet, database, word processing and selected job-specific software. Ability to use surveying instruments. Four-year college degree; certification as a registered professional surveyor; five to seven years of relevant experience; or any combination of education, training and work experience which provides the required skill sets to perform the essential functions of the job. Residency requirement. Interested persons must complete an application that is available in the City of Bowling Green’s Personnel Department, 304 North Church Street, Bowling Green, OH 43402-2399. The application is also on-line at: www.bgohio.org. Resumés may be included, but will not substitute for a completed application. Telephone: (419)354-6200 e-mail: BGPersonnel@bgohio.org Office hours: M – F 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Copy of the job description will be provided to applicants.The deadline for making application is 4:30 p.m. May 23, 2008. AA/EEO
Henry County Community Improvement Corporation Executive Director Responsibilities: Promoting economic growth, investment, and development for Henry County, Ohio. Qualifications: Degree in economic development or related field. Request Application packet from: Amanda Griffith, Administrative Assistant, Community Improvement Corporation of Henry County, Ohio, 104 East Washington Street, Suite 301, Napoleon, Ohio 43545, Phone: (419) 592-4637, agriffith@hencoed.com (5-18)
Director of Finance – City of Avon Lake The City of Avon Lake is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Director of Finance. Under the direction of the Mayor and Council, the Finance Director shall be the Chief Fiscal Officer of the City. The successful candidate shall carry out all powers and duties as provided in the City Charter and as may be provided by ordinance. The Director of Finance shall possess a working knowledge of the principles and modern practices of accounting following GAAP and GASB Rules, budgeting, finance, administration, management, departmental organization, supervision and training of departmental personnel, cost analysis, cash flow, forecasting, cash management, purchasing, investment practices and special municipal funds; and a working familiarity with the county, state and federal laws affecting Ohio cities. The Director of Finance shall plan the work of the City’s finance department; train and supervise personnel; communicate effectively, both orally and in written reports; maintain effective working relationships with City officials, department heads and operating personnel and other governmental agencies; oversee the overall departmental management and programming, planning and analysis; coordinate and check the preparation of accurate financial statements and financial reports. The Director of Finance shall work at the convenience of the Mayor and Council. He/she is required to attend all regular and special meetings and work sessions of Council. The Director of Finance shall have graduated from an accredited college or university with a major in Accounting or Finance Administration, including courses in public administration, business administration or economics. Salary $70,000 +/- depending upon qualifications. Must be bondable, pass drug screening test, physical (paid by the City) and must be a resident at the date of appointment. The City of Avon Lake provides an exceptional work environment with an excellent benefits package, including medical and PERS retirement. The City of Avon Lake is an equal opportunity employer. Submit resumes, cover letter salary history and at least five professional references by May 15, 2008, to: Confidential, Mayor, City of Avon Lake, 150 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake, Ohio 44012
Clerk of Council, City of Moraine A senior administrative position providing the full range of professional support to the City Council and other City boards, commissions, and divisions. Coordinates the City’s records maintenance program, City Council meetings, and City Council’s response to inquiries. Certified Municipal Clerk designation preferred, or to be attained in reasonable time frame. Five years experience in office administration and providing customer service to the public. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, word processing 50 wpm, records maintenance, proofreading, and ability to work a flexible schedule that involves some evening meetings. Non-exempt position with salary range of $32,427 to $39,437. Excellent benefits package worth approximately $14,000 per year includes medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance coverage. City pays entire healthcare insurance premium, and entire state pension fund premium after five years of employment. Please submit resume, salary history, and 3 business references to HR Director, City of Moraine, 4200 Dryden Road, Moraine, OH 45439-1495. Fax to 937-535-1275. Or E-mail jgrumbles@moraineoh.org RESUMES ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION FILLED. Moraine is south of Dayton metropolitan area. See www.ci.moraine.oh.us EOE, Drug-Free Work Place. (5-25)
Police Officer Examination Information: The City of Loveland thanks you for your interest in joining our team as a Police Officer. This position is classified under Civil Service, and therefore is subject to rules and regulations under the Civil Service Commission of the City of Loveland. The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligibility list for the above position, and will be effective for one (1) year, with the option to renew for an additional year. 1. The first step in the examination process will be the written exam, held on May 17, 2008 at the Loveland Middle School Library 801 S. Lebanon Rd., Loveland, OH 45140. Check-in for the examination will begin at 8:00 a.m. prior to the scheduled exam time, which will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. (no one will be admitted after the scheduled start time). Applicants will be given two (2) hours to complete the written examination. You will need to bring the followingitems with you for the test: You must have a valid photo ID (driver’s license) with proof of your social security number. If your Social Security number is not on your driver’s license, you will need to bring another document such as your Social Security card to verify your Social Security number. You should bring an adequate supply of #2 pencils. No calculators, calculator watches, cell phones, pagers or other personal electronic devices are allowed in the test room. 2. Written test results will be available on-line at www.lovelandoh.com or may be obtained by contacting Loveland City Hall at 683-0150 no sooner than seven (7) days from the date of the test. Those who pass the test and score in the top twenty (20) will be contacted by Loveland Police Division to schedule an appointment for an interview. The interviews will be conducted by a panel made up of police officers, city staff and Loveland residents. The interview score will be added to the written score. The top ten (10) candidates will then be invited back for a second interview before an interview panel. This score will also be added to the other scores. The top five (5) candidates will then be subject to a background investigation, polygraph examination and psychological/personality assessment/evaluation. A medical examination will also be required after a candidate has been given a conditional offer of employment. 3. Once a selection for the position is made, a list of the remaining eligible candidates will be posted and will be active for a minimum of one (1) year. It is the responsibility of the candidate to provide current contact information to the City throughout the year so they may be called should a position become available.
DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY-Erie County is seeking applicants for this full-time position with benefits. The candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or related field and a minimum of five (5) years experience in an information technology environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. This includes administration of integrated on-line, network and application software systems. Certified NT or Novell Network Administration preferred. This position manages and directs the computer operation and IT services; provides and/or facilitates technical analysis, design, development, implementation, maintenance and support of new and/or upgrade IT systems for all County offices. Completed applications must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. May 16, 2008. Please visit our website at www.erie-county-ohio.net where a complete position description can be obtained and applications can be downloaded or requested by e-mail. EOE/AA/AD
FIRE CHIEF The Village of Woodmere, Ohio, is seeking applicants for Fire Chief for part time Fire Department. Candidates must have minimum 10 yrs. experience in fire service and 5 yrs. supervisory, management and budgetary experience, excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and oral communications skills, possess and retain firefighter, EMT-P, and inspection certifications. Requires a commitment of a minimum of 32 flexible hours/week and 24 hour call out. Successful candidate will undergo physical and psychological exams and background investigation. Applications available at Village Hall, 4-28-08, 9:00 A.M.- 5:00 P.M. until 5-9-08. Completed applications accepted until 4:45 P.M. on 5-30-08. No phone calls. By U.S. mail or hand-delivered to the: Office of the Mayor,
Woodmere Village Hall,
27899 Chagrin Boulevard,
Woodmere Village, Ohio 44122
ASSISTANT POLICE CHIEF – The City of Willard, Ohio (pop 7,000+) is accepting applications for Assistant Police Chief for the Willard Police Department (Chief, Asst Chief, 4 Sgts, 10 officers 4 dispatchers). Written examinations will be given on July 7, 2008, at 4:00 p.m. in the council chambers at Willard City Hall, 631 Myrtle Avenue. Applications can be obtained and returned with resume to the City Manager's Office, 631 Myrtle Avenue, no later than noon on May 30, 2008. At the time applications are turned in, a list of study materials will be provided. There will be a non refundable application fee of $25.00 due at the time the application is turned in to pay for testing materials. Proof of the following should be attached to your application: (1) high school graduate or equivalent; (2) Certified Law Enforcement Officer at the time of interview. (3) minimum of 15 certified credit hours in law enforcement; (4) 10 years experience in police work (3 years of which have been in a supervisory position.) An Associate’s degree in a related field is desired, bachelor’s degree preferred. Applicant must pass background investigation, extensive medical & drug screening, polygraph examination, and must be a U.S. citizen. Residency requirement – Willard or one of the four surrounding townships (Greenfield, New Haven, Norwich, Richmond) within six months of hire. Salary range $44,971 - $50,587 DOQ. EOE/AA
ACCOUNTING AND BUDGETING DIRECTOR,
SYLVANIA TOWNSHIP, Ohio (population 28,000) Growing, economically diverse, residential Township located approximately 10 miles west of Toledo and 40 miles south of Ann Arbor, MI., is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead the accounting and budgeting operations of the Township. The Township has 162 employees, a budget of $21 million and is the 8th largest township in the State of Ohio. The Township Board of Trustees holds the legislative powers for the Township. The position reports to the Township Administrator and is responsible for oversight of the Township’s year round budget cycle including five-year operating budgets and short- and long-range revenue and expenditure forecasting; oversight and assistance with the development of business plans for each department. Candidates must possess bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting; master’s degree in business/public administration or CPA designation highly desirable. Successful candidates will have 5-7 years increasingly responsible, relevant experience in the public sector and possess excellent interpersonal skills, analytical abilities and well-developed public presentation experience. Salary is $75,000.00 +/- DOQ. Residency not required. Send resume with cover letter and five work-related references to the Township’s Executive Search Consultant: The PAR Group, Gregory F. Ford, 100 N. Waukegan Road, #211, Lake Bluff, IL 60044. TEL: 847-234-0005; FAX: 847-234-8309; E-mail: resume@pargroupltd.com. Applicants should be aware that resumes for this position are public records and subject to inspection. Deadline for applications: May 30, 2008.
Sealed bids will be received by the City of Willard, Ohio, in the City Manager's Office, P O Box 367, 631 Myrtle Avenue, Willard OH 44890, until 1:00 p.m., May 14, 2008, then publicly opened, read aloud, and recorded. For sale is one 1994 Chevy Kodiak Dump Truck, 46,425 miles. There is a minimum bid of $1000.00. The vehicle may be seen at the City Maintenance Garage at Fourth & Central in the City of Willard. The vehicle is offered as is. No warranty of condition is expressed or implied. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities or irregularities. All sales are final. Questions about the vehicle may be directed to David Arnold, Street Superintendent, at 419-933-7531.
Police Dispatcher – The City of Gahanna, a community of 36,000 residents located just east of Columbus, is conducting a competitive examination for the position of Radio Dispatcher. This position performs intermediate technical work on an assigned shift dispatching law enforcement personnel in response to emergency situations. The chosen candidate must be able to work rotating shifts to cover a 24/7 radio room. Applications and application packets are available at the City of Gahanna’s Human Resources Department, 200 S. Hamilton Rd., Gahanna, OH 43230 or at www.gahanna.gov. Applicants must complete an application, read the application packet, and pay a $10 filing fee. Completed applications must be received by 4:30 pm on May 23. The City of Gahanna is an equal opportunity employer.Applicants must complete an application, read the application packet, and pay a $10 filing fee. Completed applications must be received by 4:30 pm on May 23. The City of Gahanna is an equal opportunity employer.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR – PUBLIC SERVICE The City of Stow is accepting employment applications for a full time Assistant Director in the Public Service Department. Within six (6) months after the completion of the sixty (60) day probationary period, the person holding the position of Assistant Director in the Public Service Department shall become a resident of the City of Stow and shall remain a resident as long as he/she holds this full-time position. Responsibilities include supervising all Division supervisors and managers under the Service Department, performing a variety of complex administrative, technical, and professional work in directing and supervising public services programs and projects and day-to-day administrative operations including labor/management relations, bidding and purchasing process, work safety programs, and building/grounds maintenance. Also works on public improvement projects providing project management and related support as assigned and performs the duties of the Director of Public Service in his absence. Must have graduated from an accredited 4-year college or university with a degree in engineering, public administration, business management, or a closely related field and possess a minimum of five (5) years experience in the public sector in a position with management; have working knowledge of risk management and safety practices; skill in preparing and administering an employee workplace safety program, planning and administering personnel programs and systems, and preparing bid specifications for purchasing materials, equipment, and services; ability to prepare and analyze comprehensive reports; and maintain a valid State of Ohio Driver’s License throughout the term of employment. Hiring pay range is $30.94 to $33.61/hr. Applications and position requirements may be obtained at Stow City Hall, 3760 Darrow Rd, Stow, OH 44224, from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., M-F. All applications must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. Friday, May 9, 2008. Please visit our website at www.stow.oh.us. EOE.
Director of Finance – The City of Vermilion is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Director of Finance who will be appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by City Council. The Finance Director shall be the Chief Fiscal Officer of the City. The successful candidate shall carry out all powers and duties as provided in the City Charter and as may be provided by ordinance. The Director of Finance shall possess a working knowledge of accounting principles, GAAP and GASB rules, budgeting, finance, administration, management, departmental organization, supervision and training of departmental personnel, cost analysis, forecasting, cash management, purchasing, investment practices and municipal funds. The Director of Finance shall plan the work of the City’s finance department; communicate effectively through both oral and written reports; maintain effective working relationships with City officials, department heads and other governmental agencies. The Director of Finance shall work at the pleasure of the Mayor. The Director of Finance shall have graduated from an accredited college or university with a major in Accounting or Finance Administration, including courses in public administration, business administration or economics. The salary is negotiable depending upon qualifications. The City of Vermilion provides an excellent benefits package, including medical and PERS retirement. The City of Vermilion is an equal opportunity employer. Submit resumes, cover letter salary history and at least three professional references to: Confidential, Mayor, City of Vermilion, 5511 Liberty Ave, Vermilion, Ohio 44089 (6-07)
PARKS, RECREATION AND PUBLIC FACILITIES DIRECTOR Key position in the city’s management team reporting to the City Manager. The City of Mentor operates as a Council-Manager form of government. Strong management, financial & communication skills required. Must possess demonstrated ability to function as part of a management team. Responsible for directing, planning, and organizing city-owned parks, recreation and public programs and services, along with the maintenance of city-owned facilities. Bachelor’s degree required with major coursework in recreation, public administration or a related field. A Master’s degree is desirable. Ideally candidate will possess at least five years of prior public management experience. Starting salary: $81,052. Application deadline: May 23, 2008 by end of business day. Apply: H.R. Office, Mentor Municipal Center, 8500 Civic Center Blvd, Mentor, OH 44060 or online at www.cityofmentor.com EOE/ADA
