Title:

911 Operator

Part Time

Division/Department: Police Communications/Police

Salary:

$11.78 per hour

Qualifications:

This position will be responsible for answering emergency and non-emergency calls only, will not be dispatching over Police and Fire radio. Must be able to communicate with callers, while receiving and processing detailed information under stressful conditions. Must have the ability to transpose information into logical order through data input, and make independent decisions. Prefer experience in data input. Must be able to pass typing, data entry, sentence structure and spelling skills test administered by the dispatch division. Must be able to type 40 WPM. Requires high school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to pass background checks. Once hired continued employment is contingent on successful completion of all training/testing including Emergency Medical Dispatcher.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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Title:

Library Assistant

Part Time

Division/Department: Library/Community Services

Salary:

$9.91 per hour

Qualifications:

Serves at the circulation desk checking in and checking out library materials, registering patrons, collecting overdue fees, and assisting patrons with directional and “ready reference” information. Require highs school diploma or equivalent. College level course work and experience in library or customer service setting preferred. Requires some weekend and evening hours, averaging 15-20 hours per week. Position is at the Main Branch. Any combination of experience and training may be qualifying.

Closing Date:

05-25-2012

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Title:  Library Page

Temporary

Division/Department: Library/Community Services

Salary:  $7.98 per hour

Qualifications:

Requires graduation or near graduation from high school. Must have some knowledge of library operations, book shelving practices, basic typing and alphabetizing. Will work approximately 20 hours per week, hours will vary and some evening and Saturday work will be required. Position will be working at the Main Branch.

Closing Date:

05-25-2012

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Title:

Public Safety Dispatch Trainee/I

Full Time

Division/Department: Police Communications/Police

Salary:

Trainee: $2,310.88 per month ($1,066.56 bi-weekly)*
Dispatcher I: $2,427.43 per month ($1,120.35 bi-weekly)*

Qualifications:

Specialized work in receiving and processing detailed information. Ability to communicate with callers in emergency situations, work under stressful conditions and perform more than one task at a time. Ability to transpose information into logical order through data input. Must possess the skill to make independent decisions. Ability to articulate over Police and Fire radio. Experience in data input and ability to operate multiple computers preferred. Position requires shift work, as well as working overtime, weekends and holidays. Typing and audio data entry testing will be administered will be administered by the dispatch division. Must be able to type 40 WPM. Must be able to pass background checks. Once hired continued employment is contingent on successful completion of all training/testing including Emergency Medical Dispatcher.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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Firefighter

We are not accepting applications for Firefighter at this time. Please visit this web site later for future announcements. 

Police Officer

We are not currently applications for Police Officer. For future job recruitment please contact the Police Training Division or visit www.abilenepolice.org.

Lateral Police Officer

We are accepting applications for lateral hiring of currently TCLEOSE Certified Peace Officers. Please click on the follow link, Lateral Police Officer Application Packet to download the required information packet and forms. Call 325-676-6347 if you have any questions regarding the application process.

Title:

Director of Community Services

Full Time

Division/Department: Community Services Administration/Community Services

Salary:     $90,000+DOE/Q Annual

Ideal Candidate:

The Director of Community Services provides leadership, oversight, planning and financial management at the department level for the facilities and service delivery that impact the quality of life of Abilene's citizens on a daily basis.  The successful candidate is a self-starter who will be highly motivated to take the Department to the next level.

• A deep commitment to customer service is expected. The successful manager
will ensure follow-through on citizen requests and concerns.
• Effective communication skills are a top priority. The successful candidate
should have the ability to listen, understand, and relate city policy and technical
issues between city staff, elected/appointed officials, the media, and the citizens.
• Strong financial skills are required. The successful candidate will demonstrate
skills to prioritize a budget based on service needs, revenue forecasting, and
cost recovery methods.
• The successful candidate should demonstrate a proven track record for
building a cohesive team among and the ability to recruit and retain high
performance employees in all areas of city operations.
• The Director of Community Services collaborates with numerous citizen boards
and special advocacy groups. The successful candidate will demonstrate the
ability to foster relationships, provided clear communication, and focus on
continuous improvement of service delivery.
• The Director of Community Services should be engaging, motivational,
professional, and innovative
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate should have a Bachelor degree in parks and recreation management, public administration, business administration, or a related field with a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience with management and operations for program and service delivery. A Master degree in public administration or business administration is preferred. The ideal candidate for this
position will have previous experience in a similar municipal or community-oriented service environment in a comparable or larger city.
The successful candidate will have experience with contributing in a collaborative, team environment, effectively developing and maintaining relationships, and building a strong employee team. The candidate should have a proven track record of a clear and consistent communication style, strong presentation skills and fiscally conservative
budgeting and financial management skills.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The City of Abilene offers a competitive starting salary, depending on qualifications and experience. The City participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) at the seven percent employee deposit rate with a municipal matching ratio of 2-1. A full
range of leave and insurance benefits is also provided.

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Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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Please direct your resume and cover letter to:

Strategic Government Resources at either email address below:

Ron Holifield at Ron@GovernmentResource.com or

Cyndy Brown at CyndyBrown@GovernmentResource.com

Please insert "Abilene Director of Community Services" in the subject line, using a PDF format if possible

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Title:

Laboratory Technician Trainee/I/II/III

Full Time

Division/Department: Water Quality/Water

Salary:

Water Quality Trainee: $2,427.43 per month ($1,120.35 bi-weekly)*

Tech I: $2,547.86 per month ($1,175.94 bi-weekly)*

Tech II: $2,744.66 per month ($1,266.77 bi-weekly)*

Tech III: $2,990.61 per month ($1,380.28 bi-weekly)*

Qualifications:

This position involves technical laboratory work. Will be responsible for performing a variety of standard and specialized chemical and microbiological tests. The applicant must be able to lift and carry 70 lbs. Work also includes taking samples and responding to and following up with public complaints. Experience in technical laboratory work is preferred. Requires a Bachelors degree in microbiology, biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or a Bachelors degree in environmental sciences, physical sciences, or engineering with 16 hours in biology, or 16 hours in microbiology, or 24 hours in chemistry. Preference will be given to applicants with a Chemistry degree or who have completed 24 hours in chemistry. (Tech I) Prefer applicants have 6 month experience in an Environmental Laboratory setting. Must have a D Water and Wastewater license or be able to have them within 6 months of starting the position. (Tech II) Prefer applicants have a minimum of two years experience in an Environmental Laboratory setting. Must have a C Water and D Wastewater license or be able to have them within 6 months of starting the position; also must pass a written examination over general analysis. (Tech III) Prefer applicants to have minimum of four years experience in an Environmental Laboratory setting. Must pass a written examination over general analysis. Must have a C Water, Wastewater, and Laboratory licenses or be able to have them within 1 year of starting the position. Must have a valid Texas Drivers License with good driving record, driving record check may be required. Submit a complete college transcript with your application. Open Until Filled

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Title:  Medical Technologist

Full Time

Division/Department: Health/Community Services

Salary:  $2,883.86 per month   ($1,331.01 bi-weekly)*

Qualifications:

Performs clinical laboratory testing for the purpose of diagnosis and treatment; and tests environmental water samples for bacteria. Involves quality control, operation of instruments, specimen collection and preparation, media preparation, and reporting results according to standard policies and procedures. Prefer certification (ASCP, AMT, ISCLT) with experience in a functioning clinical laboratory or other laboratory setting. Requires a Bachelors degree in medical technology, biology, chemistry or a related field. Must have a valid Texas drivers license with good driving record; driving record check will be required.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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Title:  Planner I / II / III

Full Time

Division/Department:  Planning/Planning and Development Services

Salary:   Planner I: $3,142.36 per month ($1,450.32 bi-weekly)*
             Planner II: $3,383.94 per month ($1,561.82 bi-weekly)*
             Planner III: $3,828.88 per month ($1,767.18 bi-weekly)*

Qualifications:

Work involves responsibility for performing a variety of professional planning work within the Planning Division. This position will be primarily responsible for long-range planning, neighborhood coordination and planning, demographic analysis, historic preservation, and special projects. Other responsibilities may include current planning tasks, such as case review, preparation and presentation of staff reports to Boards and Commissions, review of site plans and plats, ordinance writing and interpretation, and customer service. The Planner will also be involved in various long-range planning activities, including development of small area and corridor plans.
Planner I requires a Bachelors Degree in Planning or a related field plus one year experience, or a Masters Degree.
Planner II requires a Bachelors Degree in Planning or a related field and at least two years of experience in a professional planning position, or a Masters Degree and one year of experience. Planner III requires a Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or related field and at least 3 years of experience in urban planning; Master’s degree is preferred. AICP certification is desirable. Any combination of education and experience may be qualifying. Salary is DOE/Q.
Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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Title:  Traffic Engineer

Full Time

Division/Department:  Traffic/Public Works

Salary: $60,000+DOE/Q

Qualifications:

This a professional and administrative position to plan, organize, coordinate, and direct the engineering, operations, and maintenance work of the Traffic Engineering and Operations division of the City. The position includes technical supervision of investigations, engineering design, preparation of plans and contract documents, and inspections of traffic control projects; direction of subordinate supervisors engaged in the installation, operation and maintenance of traffic control devices; provides traffic engineering advice and assistance to other City units; and interaction with management and the public on traffic engineering issues. Work is performed with considerable professional independence and judgment under the general direction of the Traffic and Transportation Administrator.
Prefer five years of engineering experience primarily in municipal traffic engineering work including some supervisory experience, however will consider one year relevant experience; requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or closely related field; possession of, or ability to obtain, a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in Texas; and a valid Texas Driver's License.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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Title:

Zoo Curator

Full Time

Division/Department:

Zoological Gardens/Community Services

Salary: $3,554.83 per month ($1,640.69 bi-weekly)*

Qualifications:

The Abilene Zoo is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join the senior staff and oversee the daily operation of the zoo’s animal department. Duties include training, scheduling and supervising the animal care staff, and maintaining animal department records including ISIS/ZIMS. Developing, implementing and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures related to the care and management of the animal collection. Preparing and implementing the animal department budget. This position will manage animal transactions and assure adherence to all local, state, federal, USDA and AZA regulations and guidelines. In cooperation with the staff veterinarian, overseeing preventative, routine, and emergency health care to the animal collection. In cooperation with zoo staff, developing, implementing, and overseeing a progressive animal training and enrichment program. In cooperation with zoo staff, updating and implementing a collection plan appropriate for the facility and that takes into consideration the current animal sustainability crisis. In cooperation with the maintenance supervisor, assures the maintenance and repair of zoo facilities. In cooperation with zoo staff, develops and implements zoo conservation and research programs. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in one of the life sciences as well as six years of experience in the maintenance and care of a variety of classes of zoological specimens. Also requires at least two years documented supervisory experience preferably in an AZA accredited institution. The successful candidate must have strong communication and team-building skills. Any combination of experience and education may be qualifying.

The Zoo is a 13-acre facility with an additional 26 acres available for expansion. Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the Abilene Zoo is home to over 600 specimens of over 125 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates. The Zoo is Abilene’s number one tourist attraction with an annual attendance in excess of 200,000 guests. In addition, the Abilene Zoo is the only zoo between Fort Worth and El Paso. Valid Texas Drivers License required, good driving record required, record will be checked.

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Title:

Recreation Leader

Part Time

Division/Department: Adaptive Recreation/Community Services

Salary:

$8.57 per hour

Qualifications:

This is work in carrying out a recreation or special projects program for person’s with disabilities. Work involves responsibility for Assisting Adaptive Recreation supervisor and Adaptive Program Specialist in planning, organizing and implementing programs at Adaptive Recreation Services. Requires high school diploma or equivalent and attainment of the age of 18. Experience in the aspects of recreation or group activities preferred. Must have a valid Texas Commercial Drivers license (CDL) with passenger endorsement or ability to obtain that license in a reasonable time period (not longer than 90 days). Must have a good driving record. Driving record check required and background check required

Closing Date:

06/01/2012

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Title:

Equipment Operator

Full Time

Division/Department: Solid Waste/Public Works

Salary:

$1,761.61  per month    ($ 813.05 bi-weekly)*

Qualifications:

This is skilled work in the operation and maintenance of solid waste collection equipment. Responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of assigned equipment is a predominant task. The assigned equipment will include side loader, front loader, rear loader and roll-off trucks. Manual work and heavy lifting is also performed. Experience in the operation and servicing of heavy equipment. Educational background sufficient to understand oral and written work assignments. Requires a valid Texas Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with air brakes and good driving record. Driving record check will be required. Position may be eligible to be promoted to an Equipment Operator II ($1,796.56/mo.) if meeting performance standards after approximately 6 months with successful completion of training and meeting all other performance expectations.

Closing Date:

05-25-2012

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Title:

Maintenance Worker I

Temporary

Division/Department: Traffic/Public Works

Salary: $9.43 per hour

Qualifications:

This is manual work in the preparation and installation of traffic control devices and markings. Knowledge of the principles, practices, occupation hazards, and safety precautions of general maintenance work preferred. Ability to use and care for a variety of tools, materials and equipment common to maintenance trades, also the ability to learn specialized manual tasks. Education background sufficient to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Must be at least 18 years old have a valid and current Texas Drivers License with good driving record, driving record check will be required

Closing Date:

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Title:

Meter Worker I/II

Full Time

Division/Department: Water Distribution/Water

Salary:   Worker I: $1,717.84  per month   ($792.85 bi-weekly)*

              Worker II: $1,993.25 per month   ($919.96 bi-weekly)*

Qualifications:

Performs a variety of semi-skilled work involved in the maintenance and repair of water meters and turning water service on and off. Must have knowledge of basic plumbing skills and ability to perform manual labor. Experience in performing minor plumbing work is preferred. Meter Worker (II): Requires two years experience comparable to a Utility Worker I in the City of Abilene. Requires the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Requires current valid Texas driver’s License, and must have valid Texas Commercial Drivers License within 90 days of employment. Must have good driving record, driving record will be required.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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Title:

Park Worker

Temporary

Division/Department: Parks/Community Services

Salary:   $8.57 per hour

Qualifications:

This is manual work in the performance of grounds maintenance. Work involves responsibility for the maintenance of right-of-ways, boulevards, vacant lots, grounds of municipal building, ball-fields and all city parks. Requires one year of experience in grounds maintenance and physical ability to perform heavy manual labor. Educational background sufficient to understand and carry out oral and written assignments. Must have a valid Texas Drivers License with good driving record, driving record check may be required

Closing Date:

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Title:

Street Maintenance Technician I/II/III

Full Time

Division/Department:   Street Services/Public Works

Salary:    Tech I: $1,761.61 per month ($813.05 bi-weekly)*
               Tech II: $1,897.06 per month ($875.57 bi-weekly)*
               Tech III: $2,042.79 per month ($942.83 bi-weekly)*

Qualifications:

This position involves working with a crew engaged in a wide variety of street and alley system maintenance and construction; care of heavy construction and maintenance equipment and machinery; and preparation of a variety of traffic control signs. Tech I: Requires experience in operation and servicing of light and medium construction equipment;

Tech II: Must meet Tech I qualifications plus 6 months experience equivalent to Street Maintenance Technician I or formal training in the operation of heavy equipment in an accredited school; basic understanding of rigid and flexible pavements; and certification by the Texas Engineering Extension Service in the placement of traffic control devices.

Tech III: Must meet Tech I & II qualifications plus 3 years experience equivalent to Technician II or operation of heavy equipment; the ability to meet rough grades in base preparation with heavy equipment and a moderate understanding of rigid flexible pavements; and Hazardous Cargo Endorsement on CDL.

All positions require valid Texas Drivers License, and must have valid Texas Commercial Drivers License with water tank and air brake endorsement; and a good driving record, or ability to obtain within 45 days. Salary depending upon qualifications.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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