(All City meetings are open to the public):
Chaloner Community Forum (158 Master Plan Project)
Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. at the Chaloner Recreation Center. To gather community feedback about plans for Chaloner Rec. Ctr., Martin Luther King and Wheeler Park.
Senior Center Advisory Committee
Monday, October 16, 2017 at 12:15 p.m. at the Jo Story Senior Center.
Beautification Committee
Monday, October 16, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall.
City Council
Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at 5:15 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
The City of Roanoke Rapids is now accepting applications for the following positions:
Equipment Mechanic (Public Works)
An employee in this class serves as a skilled mechanic in the garage. The employee performs responsible and specialized skilled mechanical work on a variety of automotive, construction and specialized equipment which will include, but not limited to, mechanical work repairing gasoline and diesel motors and engines, and performing preventative maintenance, particularly on heavy equipment. The work requires operation of various test equipment and hand tools in order to support the work in both inside and outside environments.
Qualifications include graduation from high school supplemented by course work in repair and maintenance of heavy equipment and engines and considerable experience in the automotive and heavy equipment repair. Must hold a valid NC Commercial Driver’s License.
(Part Time) Aqua Zumba Instructor
An employee in this class plans, coordinates and provides instruction for Aqua Zumba fitness program activities. Qualifications: - Zumba and/or Aqua Zumba Certifications (Preferred, but not required) – High School Diploma or GED – Must have excellent people service skills – Ability to provide service with integrity – Must have good verbal and written communication skills. (Position is Open Until Filled)
(Part Time) Public Works Worker (Public Works)
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.
(Part Time) Building Supervisor (Parks & Rec)
An employee in this position supervises scheduled activities and is the City’s point of contact during these activities. Hours are mainly evenings and weekends according to activities that are scheduled.
ALL 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
MUNICIPAL OFFICES CLOSED/TRASH COLLECTION: Municipal Offices will be closed on Monday, October 9, 2017 in observance of Columbus Day. Trash collection routes for Monday will be collected on Wednesday, October 11th.
ROANOKE CANAL MUSEUM: FREE event on Tuesday, October 10th at 7 p.m. Early Navigation of the Roanoke River. Call the Museum for more information (252) 537-2769.
MICHAEL COYLAR & FRIENDS LOL COMEDY EXPLOSION: Saturday, October 14th at 8 p.m. at the Roanoke Rapids Theatre.
COMMITTEE VACANCIES:
Contact Traci Storey, City Clerk, at (252) 533-2840 for committee information.
►Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
►Planning Board/Board of Adjustment (ETJ)
►Canal Museum 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
Traci V. Storey, City Clerk Kathy Kearney, Deputy City Clerk
