CALENDAR OF MEETINGS (All City meetings are open to the public):

Beautification Committee
Monday, September 19, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. at Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall

Roanoke Rapids City Council (Regular Meeting)
Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at 5:15 p.m. at Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

The City of Roanoke Rapids is now accepting applications for the following positions:
Firefighter Applicant Pool (Roanoke Rapids Fire Department): Applications are being accepted to establish an eligibility list (Applicant Pool) from which periodic selections will be made as positions become available:
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Preferred NC Firefighter II
- 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 at Halifax Community College for more information (252) 536-6393
- Must be of good character, be in good physical condition, and pass drug test
Previous applicants should contact Kathy A. Kearney, HR Manager at (252) 533-2845 to update your application information
Complete application packets must be submitted to the Human Resources Manager no later than 5:00 pm on Friday – October 21, 2016. Testing will take place at Station #1 on Saturday, October 29, 2016.

Part-Time Public Works Worker
An employee in this position performs skilled technical and trades work in the maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, facilities, and equipment. Job duties include but are not limited to grass cutting, leaf collection, street sign maintenance, and other duties necessary in the Public Works Department. Must have a valid NC Driver’s License.

Part-Time Library Assistant
Employees in this position will perform various duties at the Roanoke Rapids Public Library. Good interpersonal skills and excellent customer service skills are a MUST. This employee will work the service desk, checking in and out materials, assisting patrons in using public access computers, shelving returned library material and other duties as assigned. Applicants must be available to work flexible schedule including days, nights and Saturdays. Approximately 10-13 hours total per week. Hours will vary. This position will also provide service assistance at the Roanoke Canal Museum.

Positions are Open until Filled

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.
Applications may be obtained at www.roanokerapidsnc.com or may be picked up at City Hall – 1040 Roanoke Avenue, Roanoke Rapids, NC
Kathy A. Kearney – HR Manager – City of Roanoke Rapids
Phone: (252) 533-2845 – Fax (252) 537-2097

BRIEFS
COMMITTEE VACANCIES: Contact Traci Storey, City Clerk, at (252) 533-2840 for committee information.
Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
Recreation Advisory Committee
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment (City & ETJ)

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
Traci V. Storey, City Clerk
Kathy Kearney, Deputy City Clerk