Currently, the City of Jefferson employs approximately 412 full-time, and 367 part-time, elected and seasonal employees.
Employment applications are kept active for one year. If an individual decides to apply for another position within the year, a phone call or e-mail request to the HR department will have their application considered for another specific position.
The City of Jefferson has a residency requirement where full-time employees must reside within a 25 mile radius (25 Mile Radius Map) and 30 minutes of the City limits within 6 months of employment. Police and Fire Department personnel must reside within 25 miles and 30 minutes of the City limits within one year of employment. The City Administrator and Department Directors must reside within the City limits within 6 months of employment.
The City of Jefferson is currently accepting applications for:
The Department of Parks & Recreation seeks applications for seasonal positions including, Golf Course Clubhouse Customer Service Attendants; Volleyball and Basketball Officials; Basketball Score Keepers; Start Smart Basketball Staff; Youth Baseball and Softball Umpires, Hayride Drivers; Friday Night Recreation and Special Olympics Attendant; Ice Skating Instructors; Synchronized Skating Coaches. Application deadline is October 17.
PART-TIME GRANTS SPECIALIST- An individual is sought to work with homeowners and HUD regarding eligibility for grant programs. Will interview, type, maintain files and records, and assist with grant compliance and research. Requires excellent computer and communication skills, and diplomacy and tact when dealing with confidential information. Grant writing experience preferred. Will work approximately 15-20 hrs/wk. with a flexible schedule M-F between 8-5. Insurance benefits are not available with this position. Salary dependent on qualifications. Application deadline is October 24.
CIVIL ENGINEER I- sought to design, review and assist with planning construction and capital improvement projects including streets, sidewalks, storm water and sanitary sewer projects; prepare responses to citizen inquiries; and provide technical assistance to other departments and outside consultants ensuring consistent adherence to all codes and engineering standards. Requires an accredited BS degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field; the ability to use AutoCAD or equivalent drafting software to prepare engineering drawings; a valid MO driver’s license; the ability to withstand extreme weather conditions; traverse rough terrain; retain and recall large amounts of technical information; and effectively communicate with the public. Monthly salary is $3,596-$5,394, plus excellent employee benefits, including paid health, dental and life insurance. Application deadline is October 24.
Full-time personnel must reside within 25 miles and 30 minutes of the City limits within six months of hire. The City of Jefferson provides excellent employee benefits. Interested candidates may apply at the City of Jefferson Human Resources Dept.; 320 E. McCarty, Jefferson City, MO 65101. Office hours are 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday or apply here on the website by clicking the "employment application" box on the left navigation bar. For more information, please call (573) 634-6529.
Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Jefferson City, Missouri.
The City of Jefferson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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