Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 5:15 p.m. at Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall

Recreation Advisory Committee

Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. at T. J. Davis Recreation Center

Roanoke Rapids Area Planning Board

Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. at Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

The City of Roanoke Rapids is now accepting applications for the following positions:

Firefighter – RR Fire Department

Desired qualifications:

Must have High School Diploma or GED

Must be able to obtain a North Carolina or Virginia Class B driver’s license within 90 days of employment

Must have WorkKeys Silver Certificate (or higher) (Contact Ellen Grant @ Halifax Community College for more information (252) 536-6393

Must be of good character, be in good physical condition, and pass a drug test and criminal background check

Complete application packets must be submitted no later than Friday – September 25, 2015

Physical Agility testing to be held on Saturday – October 10, 2015

Previous applicants should contact Kathy A. Kearney, HR Manager to update your application packet

prior to Friday, September 25, 2015.

Street Superintendent – Public Works Department

An employee in this class supervises the operations of the Streets Section in the construction, maintenance, and repair of street, sidewalks, street & traffic signs and markings, buildings and ground, right-of-ways, drainage facilities, cemetery and yard wastes. Work involves the supervision of employees and several crews engaged in a variety of street maintenance activities, drainage, and street signage.

The employee advises the Public Works Director and Public Works Assistant Director on street projects and on-going activities of the Section and handles citizen complaints.

Desirable Education & Experience

Graduation from high school and four year degree from accredited college and/or considerable supervisory experience in street construction and maintenance, equipment operation and maintenance; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must hold a valid NC Driver’s License.

This Position is Open Until Filled

Administrative Support Assistant I (Records Division) - RR Police Department

An employee in this class must possess the following abilities:

Must be able to perform administrative, clerical, and record-keeping duties.

Must have thorough knowledge of Office Management Procedures.

Must be currently certified in DCI (Division of Criminal Information) or meet the criteria to become certified within 6 months of employment.

Must have the ability to multi-task

Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Must have a good understanding of NC Public Information Laws.

Must possess good computer and word processing skills.

Must have excellent customer service skills.

Must possess the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with other departments,

employees, and the general public.

Applications for this position will be accepted from Tuesday, September 8th through

Wednesday, September 30th at 5:00 p.m.

Applications may be obtained at www.roanokerapidsnc.com – City Departments – Human Resources or you may contact Kathy A. Kearney, Human Resources Manager, at City Hall located at 1040 Roanoke Avenue – Phone (252) 533-2845 - Fax (252) 537-2097.

The City of Roanoke Rapids is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

BRIEFS

COMMITTEE VACANCIES: Contact Lisa Vincent, City Clerk, at 533-2840 for committee information.

Historic Preservation Advisory Committee

Senior Center Advisory Committee

Planning Board/Board of Adjustment (City & ETJ)

Beautification Committee

Roanoke Canal Commission

Recreation Advisory Committee

ROANOKE RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL

Mayor Emery G. Doughtie

Mayor Pro Tem Carl Ferebee

Council Members: Ernest C. Bobbitt, Suetta S. Scarbrough, Carol H. Cowen, Wayne Smith

Joseph Scherer, City Manager

Gilbert Chichester, City Attorney

Lisa B. Vincent, City Clerk

Kathy Kearney, Deputy City Clerk