July 3, 2016
J. Reuben Daniel City Hall & Police Station: 1040 Roanoke Avenue 533-2800
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The City of Roanoke Rapids is accepting applications for the following positions:
Planner
The City of Roanoke Rapids is accepting applications for the position of Planner in the Planning and Development Department. This person must perform research and background work for the facilitation of land use permit applications and assist the Planning Director in the long range planning duties for the City. Work includes extensive communication with the general public, contractors, engineers, and developers and involves giving information and answering land use inquiries. Work requires the exercise of independent judgment and interpretation of the Zoning Map and the Land Use Ordinance in the areas of zoning, planning, and development application procedures. Work requires the performance of technical support duties such as inspections and zoning enforcement for compliance with the Land Use Ordinance. Assists Planning Director in working with the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment, including the preparation of reports and makes presentations to the committees, as necessary. Prefer graduate from four year college or university with a major in planning, public administration, geography, or related field and some experience in planning or related occupation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. American Institute of Certified Planner (AICP) certification is encouraged. Excellent benefits package. Salary is negotiable but will be based on qualifications and experience. Position is open until filled.
Street Maintenance Worker I
An employee in this class performs a variety of semi-skilled, and occasionally skilled labor tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of streets and storm drainage. Work involves operating heavy equipment such as backhoes in tight situations.
Essential duties and tasks include but are not limited to:
Operates backhoes, loaders and other equipment in situations requiring skills and care such as around underground and overhead utility lines and other situations
Performs minor preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment
Responds to public requests and questions with courtesy and tact
Patches asphalt with gravel, hot asphalt, cold patch and other materials; operates air hammers, rollers, and other light equipment; etc.
Requirements
Must have good communication and customer service skills
Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with citizens, supervisors, and other employees
Must have a working knowledge of tools, materials and equipment used in general construction and maintenance work
Must possess a valid Class C North Carolina Driver’s license.
Position is open until filled.
Municipal Clerk
The City of Roanoke Rapids is offering the opportunity for a highly motivated individual to serve as the Municipal Clerk.
Responsibilities include but not limited to maintaining the official records of the City, including ordinances, proclamations and minutes; preparing agenda packets for the City Council; attending all Council meetings, including taking and transcribing minutes of meetings; maintaining the homepage of the City’s website, including the pages for the Clerk, City Manager and members of the City Council; publishing the “Roanoke Rapids City Page”, a weekly column in the local newspaper and on a local news website to keep citizens informed of upcoming meetings, job vacancies, etc.
The Clerk will also provide administrative support to the City Manager.
The Clerk must have excellent organizational and follow through skills, the ability to handle multiple jobs simultaneously and the ability to work well with fellow staff, members of the public and governing body in a professional and courteous way.
Preferred qualifications
Membership in NCAMC and/or IIMC
CMC Certification at a minimum, and a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Clerk or Deputy Clerk. Proficiency in MS Word required and proficiency in Publisher and Excel preferred.
The hiring range is $45,000-$49,000, based upon qualifications and experience.
Qualified applicant should submit a City of Roanoke Rapids application along with a resume, salary history and cover letter to: Human Resources – P O Box 38 – Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 no later than Wednesday, July 13th at 5pm.
The application can be downloaded at www.roanokerapidsnc.com or a copy can be picked up from the Human Resources office at City Hall.
(Part-Time) Water Fitness Instructor
Employee in this position plans, coordinates and provides instruction for water fitness program activities.
A successful candidate will have
Qualifications
High School diploma or GED
Certified in American Red Cross CPR/AED
First Aid & Lifeguarding
Must have excellent people service skills
Ability to provide service with integrity
Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
Position open until filled.
Recreation Program Assistant II
Employee in this position plans, coordinates and supervises recreation seasonal program activities and provides administrative support to the staff of the recreation center and to the director.
Minimum Qualifications
Must possess knowledge of office procedures along with thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Must also possess the ability to work in a fast paced environment with frequent interruptions Graduation from a four year college or university with a degree in recreation administration or related degree preferred or equivalent amount of experience in this related field.
Position 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
(252) 533-2845
NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION
Notice is hereby given that the Roanoke Rapids City Council regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 5, 2016 has been cancelled.
The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 5:15 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall.
CITY OF ROANOKE RAPIDS
BY: LISA B. VINCENT, MMC, NCCMC
CITY CLERK
BRIEFS
MUNICIPAL OFFICES CLOSED/TRASH COLLECTION: Municipal Offices will be closed on Monday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Monday’s trash route will be collected on Wednesday, July 6.
COMMITTEE VACANCIES
Contact Lisa Vincent, City Clerk, at 533-2840 for committee information.
Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
Beautification Committee
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment (City & ETJ)
Senior Center 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