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Positions in Local Government
Updated
9/2/2010
DEADLINE FOR POSITIONS:
The deadline for placing a job advertisement in the next issue of the Update newsletter is Friday, Sept. 10. Submit ads via e-mail to David Parsons. VML publishes job advertisements at no cost to its local government members. Non-members are charged a flat rate of $25 per ad per issue. VML edits position descriptions in its print publications because of space limitations.
Director of Social Services, Roanoke County
SALARY: Negotiable to $95,000 (+) benefits, including VRS. Seeking forward thinking, pragmatic and motivating professional to lead the Department of Social Services. Department $9.1 million-plus bdgt. with 91 FTEs serving a vibrant community of more than 116,000. Serves as a critical member of the county leadership team and manages the provision of standard as well as innovative programs and services to meet the human service needs of the community. Responsibilities also include working with the local advisory board, other social service agencies and partnering organizations. Must have strong leadership, administrative and supervision skills and ability to communicate effectively. Reqs. bachelor's degree (master's preferred) from accredited college with major coursework in social work, psychology, counseling or related field and 10 yrs. exper. in human services with 5 yrs. at the senior management level. Roanoke County application req'd. Contact: Department of Human Resources, P.O. Box 29800 or 5204 Bernard Drive, SW, Roanoke, VA 24018; 540-772-2018. Apply online: www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov. Deadline: Sept. 26. EOE.
Posted Sept. 2
Police Officer, Town of Hurt
SALARY: DOQ/ DOE (+) benefits. (Pop. 1,300) Must be Virginia DCJS law enforcement certified. Send resumes and state applications to: Lillian Gillespie, Mayor, Town of Hurt, P.O. Box 760, Hurt, VA 24563. Applications available at Town Hall office, 533 Pocket Road, Hurt, VA 24563. Contact: 434-324-4411; Fax: 434-324-9247; email: townhurt@hotmail.com. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Sept. 2
Online Communications Specialist, Falls Church
SALARY: $50,000-$70,000 DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Detail-oriented, self-starter will work directly with the communications director as the lead developer of content, multi media and interactive features for the city's external and internal online presence, including the city website, the intranet, electronic newsletters, social networking and other new media. Will gather, write, edit and post text and multi-media content to the city website and intranet home page and some departmental/topical pages; collaborate with chief technology officer on maintenance, modification and enhancement of web applications; design e-newsletters, photo galleries, brochures, logos, flyers, power point presentations; design desktop publishing materials for internal and external audiences; update city's Facebook page daily or more frequently as needed; serve as acting communications director in the director's absence; perform related tasks as req'd. Should possess bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing, web design/production or related field plus min. 2 yrs. professional exper. in writing and editing web online content, preferably in the public sector. Demonstrated exper. with HTML, JavaScript, Microsoft Office software programs, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat software programs, content management systems and others; knowledge of principles, practices of computer programming with emphasis on web development for internet/intranet sites. Send cover letter and resume plus one e-mail newsletter you produced and one website you developed to: City of Falls Church HR Division, 300 Park Ave., Falls Church, VA 22046 or hr@fallschurchva.gov. For a complete job posting see www.fallschurchva.gov. Deadline: Sept. 15. EOE.
Posted Sept. 1
Water Plant Operator (Department of Public Works), Bowie, Md.
SALARY: $37,199: Position is being readvertized. Performs skilled operating work at a municipal water treatment plant. Responsible for operation and maintenance of the Water Plant and associated well sites. Performs lab work as req'd. Works varying shifts as req'd. Qualifications: Considerable knowledge of the methods, practices and procedures used in the operation of water treatment equipment. Ability to take accurate readings, to keep routine records, and to make mathematical computations. Some knowledge of water treatment chemistry is preferred. H.S. diploma. Possession of or ability to obtain a State of Maryland Class 4 Operator's Certification as a Water Plant Operator. Possession of, or ability to obtain a Class B CDL with tanker endorsement. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Apply: Human Resources Office, City of Bowie, 2614 Kenhill Drive, Bowie, MD 20715 or fax to 301-809-2304. Applicants req'd to complete city application available at www.cityofbowie.org. Drug and alcohol-testing employer. Deadline: Sept. 17. EOE.
Posted Sept. 1
Superintendent, Hampton Roads Regional Jail
SALARY: Negotiable DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Serve as chief executive officer of the Hampton Roads Regional Jail Authority and provide oversight for the safe, efficient, and secure operations of the Hampton Roads Regional Jail located in Portsmouth Virginia. The jail serves the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk and Portsmouth. Send resume via e-mail or hard copy to: Laura Thornton, Human Resource Manager, City of Hampton, 22 Lincoln St., Hampton, VA 23669 or lthornton@hampton.gov. Deadline: Sept. 24. EOE.
Posted Sept. 1
General Manager (Development Services), Falls Church
SALARY: $110,000 (+) benefits. Responsible for planning, directing and supervising short- and long-range planning activities, services, programs and staff of the Planning and Zoning divisions. Coordinates and supervises development review services and activities; serves as technical planning adviser to the city manager, City Council, Planning Commission and other citizen commissions; coordinates zoning and planning ordinances, subdivision and site plan regulations, and other regulatory measures governing short-range development; prepares rezoning cases and makes recommendations to the Zoning and Planning commissions and City Council. Should possess 10 yrs. exper. in urban or regional planning, 5 yrs. of supervisory exper., a master's / bachelor's degree in urban planning or related field and AICP certification. Reqs. comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning and zoning policies. Complete job posting at www.fallschurchva.gov. Send resume and cover letter to: City of Falls Church, Human Resources Division, 300 Park Ave., Falls Church, VA 22046 or hr@fallschurchva.gov. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 31
Zoning Administrator, Strasburg
SALARY: Up to $49,577 to start DOQ. New position responsible for enforcement and administration of the town's zoning and subdivision ordinances, and other property-related codes. Ideal candidate will be expected to take considerable initiative. Duties include responsibility for reviewing development applications for compliance with the town code; playing essential role in assisting the town with completion of the Community Plan and subsequent code updates. Will represent town staff on the Architectural Review Board, Board of Zoning Adjustments, Planning Commission and Ordinance Committee. Req. bachelor's degree in planning with 1 or 2 yrs. exper. in local govt. planning and zoning functions. Must submit town employment application, resume and references to: Zoning Administrator Search, Town of Strasburg, 174 E. King St., Strasburg, VA 22657. Applications can be obtained www.strasburgva.com. Contact: Judson Rex at 540-465-9197 or townplanner@strasburgva.com. Deadline: Sept. 30. EOE.
Posted Aug. 30
Executive Director, Winchester Parking Authority
SALARY: $55,000-$57,000 start range (+) benefits. Lead and direct work of the Winchester Parking Authority (WPA), which operates four parking garages, six off-street metered surface lots, and 400 on-street metered spaces. Oversee day-to-day operations of the WPA, develop and implement the strategic plan of the WPA; monitor the annual budget; manage contracts, leases, and income sources. Works with Authority members to analyze present and future needs, making recommendations to the Authority. Experience managing facilities and capital projects preferred. Proven track record of successfully working with internal and external stakeholders essential. Work performed under general supervision of parking authority and city manager. Reqs. any comb. of educ. and exper. equiv. to bachelor's degree (master's preferred) in business management, public administration, accounting or related field. Apply: Administration Department, 15 N. Cameron St., Winchester, VA 22601. See www.winchesterva.gov/employment. Deadline: Oct. 1. EOE.
Posted Aug. 30
Accountant, Roanoke
SALARY: $36,029-$46,838 start range. Maintain financial records, primarily in the area of financial reporting. Compile and analyze financial information used in the preparation of complex financial reports. Prepare journal entries, financial reports, statements and verify financial data. Perform reconciliations and prepare written analyses or account fluctuations, budget variances. Assemble statistical and accounting data on request. Assist independent auditors as required. Assist other depts. by providing information on financial matters. Prepare budgetary or financial reports as needed. Provide oversight and assistance as req'd in operation of business areas of municipal govt. Reqs. bachelor's degree from 4-yr. college in accounting or related field; 3-5 yrs. related exper. and/or training in accounting, preferably in the public sector; or equiv. comb. of educ. and exper. CPA preferred. Visit www.roanokeva.gov to apply on-line or to download application. Send applications to: Human Resources, City of Roanoke, 215 Church Ave., Roanoke, VA 24011. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 26
Information Technology Administrator, Hampton Roads Planning District Commission
SALARY: $73,500-$85,000 start range DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Regional planning agency represents the interests of 1.7 million residents in 10 cities and six counties. Should have thorough background in Information Technology, Microsoft server and operation skills. Reqs. bachelor's degree (master's preferred) in computer science, information technology or closely related field and considerable exper. (10 yrs.) in systems design and maintenance. Position description available at www.hrpdcva.gov/employment.asp. Send resumes to: Hampton Roads Planning District Commission, ATTN: Ms. Kelli Peterson, Human Resources Manager, 723 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320 or by email to kpeterson@hrpdcva. Deadline: Sept. 17. EOE.
Posted Aug. 26
Northern Virginia District Administrator, VDOT
SALARY: DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Virginia Department of Transportation seeks an executive leader for the Northern Virginia District serving the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudon and Prince William. Will provide leadership and strategic direction for transportation planning, construction and maintenance programs; tackle economic development issues that expand beyond the traditional highway transportation model; build partnerships across various groups while making high impact decisions. More details at www.vdot.jobs. EOE.
Posted Aug. 26
CMOM Technician (Engineering Department), Galax
SALARY: DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Responsibilities primarily consist of technical duties related to city's sewer system Capacity Management, Operation and Maintenance (CMOM) program. Work activities include sewer collection system inspections, operation of inspection and flow monitoring equipment, record keeping, system evaluation and preparation of reports. Work involves a thorough understanding and use of Virginia sewer regulations, state plumbing code and EPA Clean Water Act regulations. Reqs. working with limited supervision and providing coordination with the Public Works Department, contractors and general public. Additional responsibilities include construction plan review and inspections. Reqs. technical abilities necessary to operate electronic equipment, good reading comprehension of codes and construction plan drawings. Experience with engineering design or construction of sanitary sewer systems is desired. Also reqs. min. of associate's technical degree or diploma certificate with coursework in one or more of the following areas: wastewater treatment, engineering, GIS, land surveying and/or construction mngmnt. An equiv. comb. of some higher education, training certification and/or work exper. may be acceptable to fulfill reqs. For application or more detailed job description contact: City of Galax, 111 E. Grayson St., Galax, VA 24333 or call 276-236-5773. Application review begins Sept. 3. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 25
GIS & Zoning Administrator (Engineering Department), Galax
SALARY: DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Responsibilities primarily consist of technical duties related to city's Geographical Information System and Zoning Administration. Work activities include maintenance of the city GIS and record document filing system, including preparation of maps, drawings, charts and other document publications for city departments. Duties involve preparation of construction plans for water, sewer and other city construction projects under supervision of the city engineer; responding to requests for information on zoning matters; project development plan review; processing zoning applications; and meeting with Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals and City Council. Reqs. working with limited supervision and providing coordination with city departments, developers, contractors and general public. Reqs. technical skills necessary for performing maintenance of city Geographic Information System and operation of Computer Aided Design software. Sound verbal and written communication skills are req'd to coordinate zoning regulations with citizens, developers, contractors and Planning Commission. Reqs. min. of an associate’s technical degree with coursework in one or more of the following areas of study: GIS, zoning administration, land surveying and/or engineering. An equiv. comb. of some higher education, training certification and work exper. may be acceptable to fulfill reqs. For application or more detailed job description contact: City of Galax, 111 E. Grayson St., Galax, VA 24333 or call 276-236-5773. Review of applications begins Sept. 3. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 25
Systems Engineer I/II (Communications and Information Technology Dept.), Virginia Beach
SALARY: $55,736-$83,604 Level I; $61,521-$92,281 Level II DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Will perform the following Information Security engineering duties: monitor an event log correlation system; analyze event log incidents; monitor and tune city's Intrusion Detection system (IDS) and Intrusion Protection System (IPS); perform network traffic analysis; investigate and remediate event log anomalies as they relate to security; provide detailed incident reports for management; perform vulnerability assessments of computing infrastructure; perform forensic analysis of data found during investigations; provide technical assistance to other information technology teams on security related issues; analyze the privacy impacts on customers for new and established information systems; create detailed documentation for security procedures in support of established information security policies; provide occasional end-user awareness training seminars; work closely with city management; provide presentations to other city depts. on security and privacy issues. Reqs. any comb. of educ. (above H.S) and/or exper. equiv. to 8 yrs. (for the Level I) or 10 yrs. (for Level II) in fields utilizing the req'd knowledge, skills, and abilities, and associated with such positions as systems or network engineer, security engineer, system administrator, technical systems analyst, or programmer analyst, one year of which must include systems programming, operating, and/or technical systems analysis. Read more detailed job description and apply on-line at www.vbgov.com/careers. No faxes, e-mails or paper applications accepted. Job #3548. Deadline: Sept. 20.
Posted Aug. 25
GIS Technician II (Communications and Information Technology Dept.), Virginia Beach
SALARY: $35,736-$51,817 DOQ (+) benefits. Prepare and maintain various GIS spatial layers (cadastral, utility networks, property, right-of-way, topographic, planimetric, flood zones, addresses, street networks, street and addressing guide, tax maps, map books, land use, zoning) and database information required in support of the municipal geographic information system ensuring accurate, complete spatial information layers to established cartographic standards; prepare final GIS products and reports from non-graphic databases as required in support of the municipal geographic information system; design reports and queries to aid spatial data capture; design GIS templates, map books, and reports; and demonstrate effective communication, cartographic, and writing skills. Reqs. any comb. of educ. (above H.S.) and/or exper. equal to 4 yrs operating GIS or cartographic systems (plotting, entering data, digitizing, analyzing, quality control and assurance of GIS databases, products, maps, aerial photographs, remotely sensed images, map books or analytical reports), which provides the req'd knowledge, skills, and abilities and associated with such positions as GIS/mapping technician, CADD/drafting technician, cartographer, or computer specialist. Read more detailed job description and apply on-line at www.vbgov.com/careers. No faxes, e-mails or paper applications accepted. Job #3545. Deadline: Sept. 19. EOE.
Posted Aug. 25
Assistant Director of Public Works, Dumfries
SALARY: $45,000-$50,000 start range DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Performs complex technical and administrative work. Administers town's stormwater management program and ensures that storm water systems are operated in compliance with state and federal laws. Administers town's erosion and sediment control program; develops specifications and bid documents for public works projects and recommends contract awards; prepares and coordinates town maintenance and repair contracts, purchasing, general maintenance and maintenance programs. Work performed under general direction of the director of public works. Reqs. bachelor's degree from accredited college with coursework in civil engineering, EIT, or PE. Equiv. comb. of educ. and exper. may be substituted. Exper. in local govt. strongly preferred. Reqs. demonstrated exper. administering and evaluating effectiveness of stormwater mngmnt. programs; thorough knowledge of principles and practices of drainage design and installation; ability to read and interpret construction plans; ability to research and prepare reports and to express ideas effectively orally and in writing. Prefer exper. managing federally funded roadway design and construction contracts; knowledge of state and federal procurement laws; grant writing and administration; budget preparation and management; preparation of technical specifications. Submit cover letter and resume, including salary history and at least 3 professional references, to: Kimberly Alexander, Town Manager, 17755 Main St., Dumfries, VA 22026 or kalexander@dumfriesvirginia.org. Deadline: Sept. 20. EOE.
Posted Aug. 25
Maintenance Worker, Dumfries
SALARY: $28,000-$31,000 start range DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Performs basic semi-skilled work maintaining and repairing grounds, buildings and streets, and related work as req'd. Work includes mowing grass, removing weeds, cutting down and trimming trees, and spreading mulch. Cleans and paints buildings and performs basic carpentry work and repairs. Picks up litter and debris; cleans and repairs drainage system; repairs asphalt roadways and concrete sidewalks; removes snow. Responds to citizen complaints. Work performed under moderate supervision of the crew leader. Submit town application or resume to: Kimberly Alexander, Town Manager, 17755 Main St. Dumfries, VA 22026 or kalexander@dumfriesvirginia.org. Deadline: Sept. 20. EOE.
Posted Aug. 25
City Manager, Manassas Park
SALARY: Negotiable DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. (pop. 13,000) Manage city that provides full range of municipal services with primary focus on economic development; $33 million General Fund budget; 154 FTEs. City operates under council-manager form of government with council comprised of 7 members elected at large, including the mayor and council-appointed vice mayor. Manassas Park is a family-oriented community with award-winning schools. It is surrounded by the City of Manassas and Prince William County. Reqs. relevant bachelor's degree (master's degree and ICMA certification preferred); min. 5-7 yrs. progressively responsible exper. as a city manager or asst. city manager in a comparably sized or larger organization. Exper. must demonstrate successful performance in areas that focus on economic development and sustainable growth; finance and budget; measurable strategic outcomes, and effective communication at all levels. Residency req'd. Submit cover letter and resume, including salary history and at least 3 professional references, in confidence, to: Maggie Kain, Director of Human Resources, One Park Center Court, Manassas Park, VA 20111, or to m.kain@manassassparkva.gov, (Fax: 703-335-1405). Pre-employment verifications completed on final candidates. Deadline: Sept. 30. EOE.
Posted Aug. 20
Director of Community Development, Lynchburg
SALARY: Negotiable DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Lead the Department of Community Development, which includes the Planning, Zoning and Natural Resources Division and the Inspections and Code Enforcement Division. Leads team comprised of professional, technical and administrative employees in work that involves urban planning, inner-city revitalization, public-private joint ventures, building inspections and code enforcement, and environmental management. Reqs. master's degree in public administration, urban & regional planning, urban affairs, business administration, or related field and min. 5 yrs. progressively responsible leadership exper. in public service management, a track record of well-developed leadership and interpersonal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to initiate and implement plans and projects. An equiv. comb. of training, educ. and exper. may be considered. City residency req'd. Submit cover letter, application and resume via city's web-based application system at www.lynchburgva.gov. For more information, see the Director of Community Development profile on the website. Address questions to: Margaret Schmitt at 434-455-4208, Fax: 434-845-4304 or margaret.schmitt@lynchburgva.gov. Deadline: Sept. 8. EOE.
Posted Aug. 19
Police Officer (certified), Tappahannock
SALARY: DOQ. Duties entail full police services to the community. Must meet minimum employment criteria set forth in Section 15.2-1705 of the state code. Eligible candidates must be U.S. citizen; undergo criminal background investigation; completed H.S. or possess GED; possess valid driver's license; pass a physical exam. Application may be picked up at the Tappahannock Police Department, 315 Duke St., Tappahannock, VA 22560; or by checking website at http://tapp-pd.org. Contact: 804-443-3992. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 19
Director of Public Works, Appomattox
SALARY: DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. (pop. 1,761) Perform technical and administrative work in planning, direction and operation of the municipal wastewater collection and treatment systems; and, water production, distribution and treatment systems; and the activities of the Department of Public Works. Responsible for water and wastewater treatment standards and compliance to standards established by the Va. Dept. of Environmental Quality, Va. Dept. of Health and EPA. Reqs. H.S. diploma or GED; prefer college degree from accredited college in management, business administration and/or engineering, or equiv. work exper. Must possess min. of a Class III Wastewater License issued by state of Va. and valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by state of Va. Must obtain a Class III Water License issued by Va. within 18 mos. of employment. Application and complete job description available at Appomattox Town Office, 210 Linden St., P.O. Box 705, Appomattox, VA, or call 434-352-8268 or e-mail fguill@appomattoxva.gov. DMV issued driving record must accompany application. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 17
Police Officer, Colonial Beach
SALARY: DOQ. Duties entail providing full police services to the community. Current Va. Law Enforcement Certification and exper. preferred, but not req'd. Will train proper candidate. Must meet min. employment criteria set forth in Section 15.2-1705 of the state code. Applications may be picked up at the Police Department or send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Colonial Beach Police Department, (ATTN: Recruitment), 907 McKinney Blvd., Colonial Beach, VA 22443. EOE.
Posted Aug. 17
Collections Coordinator, Gloucester County
SALARY: $31,837-$47,756 (+) benefits. Treasurer's office seeks highly motivated person to collect delinquent real estate and personal property taxes, and other debts owed to the county. Interested candidates should visit: http://www.gloucesterva.jobs. Contact: 804-693-5690. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 17
Economic Development Director, Orange County
SALARY: Negotiable DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Duties include planning, directing and coordinating economic development programs that support and encourage the expansion and establishment of businesses; a favorable business environment within Orange County; and entrepreneurship. Reqs. 4-yr. college degree and 3-5 yrs. applicable exper. Application packets available at County Administration Office, 112 W. Main St., Orange, VA 22960; or by calling 540-672-3313. County applications may also be downloaded from http://orangecountyva.gov. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 17
City Administrator, Hyattsville, Md.
SALARY: Negotiable DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. (pop. 18,000) Appointed by City Council and administers day-to-day affairs through a $13 million operating budget carried out by a staff of 109 over six operating departments; Administration, Police, Public Works, Recreation, Code Enforcement and the City Treasurer. The City is financially sound and has healthy operating reserves. The successful candidate will be a contemporary municipal manager in a city of similar size or larger with at least five years of management experience. The position requires an individual who will play a key role in helping to improve operational efficiency of the City organization. A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or a related field is required and a Masters degree is preferred. Hyattsville is a diverse, thriving residential community and suburb of the Washington Metropolitan area. Hyattsville encompasses an area of about 3 square miles and is highly accessible due to its premium location where residents enjoy the conveniences of two Metro Stations, a regional highway system and close proximity to the MARC Commuter train. Hyattsville has undergone a renaissance in the past decade with many economic development and revitalization projects completed and planned for the future. Hyattsville combines the best of small-town living with the benefits of residing within a major metropolitan area. View a comprehensive brochure at: www.mercergroupinc.com. Submit resume and cover letter summarizing why you feel you are a good fit for the position to: Clark Wurzberger, The Mercer Group, Inc., P.O. Box 546, Weimar, CA 95736 (mailing address) or 21155 N. Manzanita Hills Road, Colfax, CA 95713 (physical address); 530-637-4559; fax 530-637-1048; e-mail: cwurzberger@mercergroupinc.com. Deadline: Sept. 7. EOE.
Posted Aug. 17
Economic Development Director (PT), Fluvanna County
SALARY: $23.41 per hour / 29 hrs per week) Responsible for the planning, administration and operation of the Economic Development Department and is a member of the county's management team. Must have related work experience, be flexible and self directed, with an interest in developing economic diversity for Fluvanna County as described in the Comprehensive Plan. Undergraduate degree preferred. Proficiency in MS Office and valid driver's license req'd. For application and further details visit www.co.fluvanna.va.us. Submit cover letter, resume and application to: Barbara Wall-Magee, Human Resources Manager, P.O. Box 540, Palmyra, VA 22963. Review of applications will begin Sept. 10. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 16
Director of Transportation, Fairfax County
SALARY: $100,844-$168,075 DOQ (+) benefits. Serves at pleasure of the county executive and reports directly to the deputy county executive; provides leadership and direction to all of the Department of Transportation's functions. The director provides the Board of Supervisors, county executive, and deputy county executive with policy guidance, goals and action options for review and adoption. The director also is responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction, understanding various funding sources and pursuing innovative financing methods, considering industry trends and innovations, partnering with federal, state, and local entities as well as metropolitan and regional planning organizations. The director serves as the primary contact on matters of policy implementation and overall direction of the department; builds and maintains effective partnerships with elected officials and other government agencies; interacts directly with the public and the press, and serves as the primary face of the organization. Min. qualifications: Any comb. of educ., exper. and training equiv. to graduation from an accredited 4-yr. college with a degree in civil engineering or transportation, financial management or a closely related field; plus 10 yrs. progressively responsible relevant exper. at a division chief or director level within a large local govt. or comparable exper. in the private sector, including 4 yrs. in a responsible administrative capacity. Preferred qualifications: Graduate degree in civil engineering or transportation; P.E. license. Ideal candidate should also have 6 yrs. of progressively responsible transportation exper., 4 of which must have been in a supervisory capacity at the division head level or above, in a large urban community (pop. in excess of 150,000) or comparable level in a related business or government agency. Proven exper. with the following: management of a large transportation organization in public/private sector; transportation planning, transit operations, and highway operations; successful interaction with staff, state agencies, appointed commissions, industry, professional and trade organizations, citizens, elected officials, and the media; fiscal management; tracking legislative changes; working with interagency task forces; preparation for and participation in litigation; funding/innovated financing; public/private partnerships; and Transportation Demand Management. Special requirements: Employment contingent upon completion of a credit check and a criminal background investigation to the satisfaction of the employer. In addition, a Statement of Economic Interest form must be completed. Note: This position is assigned to the county's exempt service and serves at the pleasure of the county executive and Board of Supervisors. Fairfax County is one of the premier centers of commerce and technology in the United States, providing businesses the vibrant environment needed to compete in the 21st century. Located in Northern Virginia, Fairfax County stands out as an excellent business location, adding tens of thousands of jobs in the last year. With strategic access to international airports and Washington, D.C, and excellent public schools, colleges, and universities, Fairfax County is the largest jurisdiction in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. To review a detailed profile of the Department of Transportation and the director position, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hr/pdf/dot_profile.pdf. Apply online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs. Reasonable accommodation. TTY 703-222-7314. Job # 10-0679. Deadline: Sept. 10. EOE.
Posted Aug. 16
City Engineer, Bristol
SALARY: $45,304-$61,138 DOE/DOQ (+) benefits. Reports to the director of public works. Responsible for engineering, stormwater, transportation, site plan and traffic services. Reqs. bachelor's degree from accredited college with major work in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field. Must also demonstrate considerable exper. in engineering design and review, including min. 5 yrs. exper. Reqs. registration as a Professional Engineer in Va., or, as a condition of employment, the ability to secure registration within 6 mos. of appointment. Driver's license req'd. To learn more and download a city employment application, visit www.bristolva.org/Emp01/index.html. Submit employment application, resume and cover letter to: City of Bristol, Va., Human Resources, 300 Lee St., Bristol, VA 24201. Deadline: Sept. 15. EOE.
Posted Aug. 13
Police Officer(s), Vienna
SALARY: $45,868 (+) benefits. Written exams to be administered Sept. 8 (7 p.m.) and Sept. 11 (9 a.m.) with scores used to create eligibility list for vacancies. To take the exam, applicants must first submit a completed town employment application available at www.viennava.gov with their preference of test dates. Send completed application and choice of dates to jobs3@viennava.gov or fax to 202-521-9309 or mail to 127 Center St. S., Vienna, VA 22180. Completed application serves as candidate's registration form for the exam, which will be held at the Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St., SE, Vienna, VA 22180. Photo ID req'd to be admitted to test site. More detailed information available at http://bit.ly/95UtdA.
Posted Aug. 11
Water Plant Operator, Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority
SALARY: DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Independent agency provides impoundment, treatment, storage and transmission of potable water and transport and treatment of wastewater for Charlottesville and Albemarle County. Job description, explanation of benefits and application at www.rivanna.org. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 11
Chief of Fire, Rescue & Emergency Management, Loudoun County
SALARY: $95,278-$133,386 hiring range (+) benefits. Experienced professional with strong management and leadership background in fire, emergency medical services and emergency management will direct and manage day-to-day operations of the Department of Fire, Rescue & Emergency Management, which includes fire suppression, rescue & emergency medical services, communications, training, fire prevention, and investigations. Works closely with the volunteer fire and emergency medical services leadership and is responsible for ensuring departmental compliance with applicable state laws, federal laws and regulations, including those specifically addressed in Code of Va. Responsibilities include: developing/coordinating county emergency operations plan; overseeing operations of county's Emergency Operations Center; managing and working toward implementation of the Combined Fire and Rescue Service Plan and any of its updates; and ensuring the county provides the highest quality of fire, rescue and emergency services. May be called upon to respond to fire and rescue emergencies or incidents. Will work closely with public and private organizations; other jurisdictions, especially the county's mutual aid partners and those from the National Capital Region and Northern Virginia; county administration and the Board of Supervisors; other department directors and constitutional officers. Will provide advice, analysis and recommendations on issues related to management and implementation of public safety issues; develop and manage department's $49 million budget; oversee nearly 500 employees; develop a dept. climate that encourages staff to work at maximum capabilities; and promote a culture that values employees and engenders the trust and confidence of the public, county administrator, Board of Supervisors, and the Fire & Rescue Commission. Reqs. any combination of educ. and exper. equiv. to a master's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, emergency management, fire science or a related field, and 10 yrs. of increasingly responsible senior mngmnt. exper. in a combined fire and rescue system. Must demonstrate exper. in and knowledge of emergency medical services, emergency management, complex incident management & disaster preparedness, fire prevention & education programs, hazardous materials response, and homeland security. Must have a leadership and management background, preferably as a chief, assistant or deputy chief. Executive Fire Officer Certification or Chief Fire Officer designation or similar endeavors highly desirable. Work schedule regularly includes evenings and weekends, and working beyond standard work hours. Finalists subject to background check that will include criminal history, credit & driver's license, and a complete physical with drug screening. Relocation assistance considered. Submit application electronically at www.loudoun.gov. There will be an opportunity to attach a cover letter and/or resume to the application. Also included in the posting will be a link where you may view and/or download a recruitment brochure regarding this position. Recruitment #11-E330-033. For more info, contact Geneva Douglas at 703-777-0213. Deadline: Sept. 13. EOE.
Posted Aug. 10
Director of Business Operations and Administration to the Chief of Police, Virginia Commonwealth University (Richmond)
SALARY: DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Director of Business Operations and Administration to the Chief of Police. The Director of Business Operations and Administration supports effective management of the University Police Department by managing business and financial analysis and operations, and by ensuring proper integration of business and financial operations with Police Department goals and with Finance and Administration and University business and financial standards and objectives. In addition, the incumbent will serve as the chief business officer for the Police Department and serve as a member of the Department's management team. In that role the incumbent will prepare and administer the Department's budget; prepare and analyze budget reports; brief the Chief of Police and other senior University officials on financial and management issues affecting the Department; oversee procurement and payment activities and transactions; supervise fiscal, personnel, and administrative functions and staff; issue or draft staff responses to information requests and other inquiries to ensure response timeliness, accuracy, and consistency; work with the Chief of Police to complete special projects, survey responses, and other standard reporting requirements; and perform other financial, budget, and administrative support duties as assigned. Qualifications: The successful candidate will possess a masters degree in business administration or related field or an equivalent combination of advanced education and experience in managing financial and business support functions; five or more years of progressively responsible business (to include financial and personnel) office experience, preferably in a large, complex institution of higher education with multiple fund sources; knowledge of principles of financial, budget, and business operations planning and control; experience and demonstrated ability conducting budget and financial analysis and summary budget and personnel planning materials; supervisory experience with the direct supervision of staff in a complex organizational setting and familiarity with public safety operations in a higher education or government environment; strong oral and written communications skills and good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with a diverse group of employees at all levels in the University and within the Police Department, as well as students and the general public; strong planning, problem-solving, customer service and management skills, including experience with the direct supervision of staff and the ability to work closely with management; and strong personal computer and related skills and experience with financial system applications. Forward cover letter, resume and the names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of 3 professional references to: Laurie J. Carter at ljcarter@vcu.edu. You may also mail to: Laurie J. Carter, Search Committee, 914 W. Franklin St., Richmond, VA 23284 or fax to 804-828-0978. Deadline: Sept. 10. EOE.
Posted Aug. 10
Accounting Manager, Manassas
SALARY: $67,954-$113,506 DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Manages the accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll and fixed assets. Supervises and provides technical support to accounting division staff, including training in job skills, planning, assigning and directing work and appraising performance. Coordinates, plans and directs the year-end closing of the financial records and the annual audit including preparation of audit schedules and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). Develops, recommends and implements accounting controls, policies and procedures to ensure proper and efficient accounting for the assets, liabilities and operations of the city. Must have complete knowledge of all governmental accounting, auditing and regulatory pronouncements and federal, state and local laws (including payroll) to ensure that city's financial records remain in compliance. Reqs. bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and 4-5 yrs. years progressively responsible related exper. Prior supervisory exper. preferred. CPA desired. Apply: Human Resources, 9027 Center St., Room 302, Manassas, VA 20110. FAX: 703-257-5827; e-mail: hr@ci.manassas.va.us; website: www.manassascity.org/jobs. Deadline: Sept. 1. EOE.
Posted Aug. 10
Town Manager (PT/FT), Brookneal
SALARY: $25,000-$40,000 appx. to start DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. (pop. 1,259) Bdgt. appx. $1.07 million. Located in Campbell County. Reports to mayor and six-member Town Council elected for 4-yr. staggered terms. Responsible for managing daily operations of the town, including public works, water/wastewater, police, planning and zoning. Reqs. bachelor's degree in relevant field or related exper.; knowledge of financial systems, budgeting and personnel administration. Also reqs. good public relations skills and ability to relate to diversified community and change. Submit resume, references, and salary requirements. to: Bobbie Waller, Clerk/Treasurer, P.O. Box 450, Brookneal, VA 24528. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 9
Planner I or Planner II, Gloucester County
SALARY: $33,747-$50,621 (+) benefits for (Planner 1) / $37,919-$56,879 (+) benefits for (Planner II). Seeking highly motivated, skilled planner to be part of team working on subdivision plat and development plan reviews and assisting with code amendments, ordinance updates and various local and regional planning initiatives. Reqs. bachelor's degree in urban planning or closely related field and (for Planner I) 1-2 yrs. exper. in planning and local govt. work preferred; or (for Planner II) 3-5 yrs. exper. in local planning; or any equiv. combination of training and exper. that provides the req'd skills, knowledge and abilities. Visit www.gloucesterva.jobs for more info. Contact: 804-693-5690. Deadline: Sept. 3. EOE.
Posted Aug. 9
Police Chief, Crewe
SALARY: $35,000-$45,000 DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Performs wide range of law enforcement activities. Reqs: Min. 21 yrs old; H.S. grad or GED; Va. Police Academy certification (prefer DCJS certification); min. 5 yrs. law enforcement exper., preferably with some as administrator or supervisor; knowledge of grant writing; ability to deal effectively with public; ability to pass thorough criminal and drug/alcohol test; ability to analyze and react positively to high-stress situations; ability to pass physical exam; valid driver's license with no major violations. Applications may be picked up at the Crewe Police Department. Submit to: Town of Crewe, 125 E. Carolina Ave., Crewe VA 23930. Tel: 434-645-7472 or 434-645-9453. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted Aug. 9
City Manager, Charlottesville
SALARY: $165,000-$190,000 negotiable DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. (pop 40, 317) The historic City of Charlottesville is located at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in central Virginia and is home to the University of Virginia. It is governed by a mayor and a four-member city council, elected for staggered four-year terms, with the city manager serving as chief executive officer under the city's charter. The city government provides a range of services to a growing regional community of 225,000 and is widely recognized for its efforts to provide a high quality of life, strong school system and a diverse economy and workforce. The city operates with an approved FY11 budget of $140.7 million. Min. reqs. include a bachelor's degree in public or business administration or related field with a master's degree highly desirable. A substantial amount of public sector management experience as a manager, deputy or assistant in a comparably sized or larger city or county is also required, with more experience preferred. Past experience of the individual must show a high level of interest and successful achievement in a broad range of areas that includes working effectively with citizen groups, economic and community development, redevelopment of existing neighborhoods, working with and understanding the needs of existing businesses, building council and community consensus and dealing with public finance issues. Additional consideration will be given to ICMA credentialed managers who display a commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth. A progressive record of strong professional, administrative leadership in a similar community or organization is an important consideration. Submit letter of application, detailed resume with salary history and five work-related references to: John A. Anzivino, Senior Vice President, Springsted Incorporated, 1564 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228; Fax 804-726-9752 or e-mail Richmond@springsted.com. For a complete community/position profile, visit www.springsted.com. Deadline: Sept. 5. EOE.
Posted Aug. 3
Library Services Director, Loudoun County
SALARY: $78,598-$141,476 hiring range (+) benefits. (pop. 292,000) Oversee award winning library system ranked a Top Ten Library by the HAPLR index and a Starred Library by Library Journal. Residents in eastern Loudoun enjoy a suburban environment with larger communities, while residents in the western part of the county enjoy a rural environment that includes small towns, horse farms, wineries and more than 160,000 acres of well-preserved open space. One of the fastest growing and most affluent counties in the U.S., Loudoun has an increasingly diverse population of newer residents. The library services director is appointed by the Loudoun County Public Library Board of Trustees and reports directly to the Library Board. Oversees department of appx. 190 employees with a budget of $11.4 million. While the Library Board has control of the expenditure of all funds in the library budget, it works closely with the library director and look to the director for counsel. Seeking a well-rounded senior level professional to oversee library services and build strong collaborative relationships with public officials. Will provide professional advice and receive counsel from the Library Board of Trustees and the Board of Supervisors; plan, coordinate, and direct all functions of the department, including day to day oversight; prepare and administer the department's strategic plan and budget; monitor, evaluate, and direct programs, policy and personnel in keeping with the Library Board's directives; ensure the resources and programs that are necessary to meet the evolving needs of the public are met; provide leadership and vision to library department staff; provide timely information to the Library Board, county administrator, other stakeholders and advisory boards on a regular basis on significant issues in a timely manner. The successful candidate will: Possess strong interpersonal skills that emphasize diplomacy and the willingness to seek compromise; have experience working for a medium-to-large local government; focus on customer service and developing strong relationships within the community; be a strategic visionary who is on top of necessary details; offer professional guidance with innovative alternatives regarding services within the community to the Library Board; have the ability to deal adroitly with a complex, changing environment; be a negotiator, facilitator, team player and consensus builder; have demonstrated problem-solving ability in a complex, high-performance working environment; have knowledge and understanding of the Code of Virginia as it relates to public libraries and the state's best practices for the industry. Successful candidate will hold a master's degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution and at least 10 yrs. of directly related exper., which must include at least 5 yrs. of exper. managing a major public library or library system serving a population of at least 100,000, and exper. supervising professional staff in a dynamic and challenging environment. Certification as a professional librarian by the state of Va., or ability to obtain Va. certification within 6 mos. of hire, is req'd. Ability to work collaboratively with government officials and community leaders is essential. Previous exper. providing effective leadership to a diverse and geographically dispersed staff, as well as exper. in implementing innovative approaches to revenue generation, customer service delivery and problem solving is highly desired. Finalists subject to criminal background check. Visit www.loudoun.gov for more info and to apply. #11-UCAO-025. Deadline: Sept. 1. EOE.
Posted Aug. 3
Executive Director, Winchester-Frederick County Convention and Visitors Bureau
SALARY: $55,000 to start (+) benefits. Lead and direct the work of the Winchester-Frederick County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Performs complex administrative and professional work developing and implementing the local strategic and operational plan of the bureau; does related work as req'd. Work performed under general supervision of the volunteer board of the bureau and the Winchester Parks & Recreation director. Will develop and monitor the annual budget, ensuring that plans and budgets comply with partners' and stakeholders' timelines and requirements. Directs and records priorities and activities of the board. Prepares monthly reports for the board and annual reports for the City of Winchester and Frederick County. Promotes area attractions, tourism services and product providers. Oversees the administrative, day-to day functions of the visitors bureau office, including the operations of the visitors center and motor coach bookings. Implements specific plans to promote the region to target audiences. Represents the bureau at conventions, tradeshows and meetings. Develops and maintains policies and ensures that bureau activities are implemented within these established policies, guidelines, laws and ethical standards. Exercises full supervision over paid and volunteer staff. Researches national, state, and local travel/tourism "best practices." Directs the development of revenue generation, fundraising and grant writing. Reqs. any comb. of educ. and exper. equiv. to bachelor's degree with major work in tourism, hospitality, business management, PR, marketing or related field. Prefer master's degree. Valid driver's license req'd. Apply: Administration Department, 15 N. Cameron St., Winchester, VA 22601. www.winchesterva.gov/employment. EOE.
Posted July 30
Chief of Police, Albemarle County
SALARY: $85,826-$137,320 DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Lead progressive, accredited Police Department with 123 sworn personnel that serves suburban and rural communities surrounding Charlottesville. Responsible for developing the department's proposed annual budget and controlling budgeted expenses; identifying necessary additions and changes and implementing department policies, procedures, rules, regulations and programs, and maintaining a work environment that promotes employee professional growth. Also responsible for identifying the safety needs of citizens, and quantitatively promoting the consequential changes. Should possess thorough knowledge of laws, rules and court decisions relating to the administration of criminal justice and law enforcement, as well as thorough knowledge of scientific methods of crime detection, criminal identification and radio communication. Position is expected to lead and direct the activities of law enforcement officers. The ability to maintain cooperative relationships with county officials and the public is imperative. Reqs. any combination of educ. and exper. equiv. to graduation from accredited 4-yr. college with major course work in law enforcement, public administration or related areas, and extensive exper. of a wide and progressively responsible nature in police service and administration. Master's degree preferred. For general and professional information about Albemarle County, visit www.albemarle.org/hr. Apply at www.albemarle.org/jobs. County of Albemarle, Human Resources Department, 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902; 434-296-5827, FAX: 434-296-5828. Deadline: Sept. 3. EOE.
Posted July 30
Director of Community Development, Bedford County
SALARY: DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. (pop. 66,274; 754 sq. miles). The county, one of the fastest growing areas in the state, offers a good mix of industry, commerce and agriculture. It ensures a strong, diversified economy and positive business climate. Bedford's political atmosphere is stable, the tax rates favorable, the school system excellent, and the quality of life outstanding. Strategically located between the metropolitan areas of Lynchburg and Roanoke, Bedford County has seen significant population increases for the last three decades but still offers a good mix of beautiful rural landscapes, suburban areas and a thriving commercial and industrial base. The director of community development provides leadership and directs the operations and activities of the department. This includes short- and long-range planning and community development activities. The director is expected to function under broad policy guidance, as well as exercise independent judgment and initiative. Supervision is exercised over the work of all community development personnel. The director is an integral part of the Strategic Leadership Team. Candidate should have a comprehensive knowledge of the advanced principles of municipal planning and community development, economics, municipal finance and sociology as they apply to county planning. Reqs. a combination of educ. and exper. equiv. to graduation from an accredited college with a bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography or a related field, along with considerable exper. in professional planning. Application, recruitment package, and job description available at: www.bedfordcountyva.gov. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted July 30
Public Private Transportation Act Program Office Director, Virginia Department of Transportation (Richmond)
SALARY: $85,000-$143,470 hiring range (+) benefits. Multi-faceted executive will provide leadership and oversight of the state's Public Private Transportation Act (PPTA) program. Will facilitate access to additional project financing, private sector innovation, enhanced timeliness of construction and improved efficiency at a reduced whole-life cost. Focus will be on multi-modal solutions to Virginia's transportation challenges by providing strategic leadership for the reorganization and improvement of project delivery for solicited and unsolicited proposals from private corporations to finance and build major highway, rail, ports and public transportation projects. Will provide effective leadership for the establishment of the PPTA Program Office; establish and communicate program agenda; identify staffing compliment and implementation processes to support the agenda. Will provide regular updates to VDOT executives and the Secretary of Transportation and work with an inter-agency steering committee identifying PPTA project criteria, a project pool for committee review, engineering review and financial analysis. Goal will be to leverage available private sector financing to meet the state's transportation infrastructure needs; tap into new sources of investment capital and reach out to a variety of resources/partners to bring innovation and engineering solutions into key economic corridors to reduce congestion. Applicants must apply online at www.vdot.jobs Position # 22870. EOE.
Posted July 30
Human Resources Director, Carroll County
SALARY: DOQ/DOE. Qualified applicants must have a thorough knowledge of personnel administration, including experience in benefits administration, and state and federal employment laws. Must be able to work under pressure and have excellent interpersonal skills. Reqs. experience in human resources. Application review begins Aug. 13. Candidates must provide a completed Va. state application and resume to the Carroll County Administrator's Office, 605-1 Pine St., Hillsville, VA 24343. On-line position description available at www.carrollcountyva.org/employment. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted July 26
Water, Sewer and Streets Bureau Chief, Arlington County
SALARY: Mid- to upper-120,000's DOE/DOQ (+) benefits. Manage and provide executive leadership to the bureau and its primary program areas as it works to provide high quality water distribution, sewage collection, storm water collection, street systems, and infrastructure maintenance for residents. Reports to director of utilities and environmental policy as one of 4 bureau chiefs and is responsible for preparation and management of a $30.8 million annual operating bdgt., a significant capital bdgt. and providing strong leadership to 176 technically diverse staff members as the Bureau works to meet its goals through the use of data driven planning, effective programming and efficient and effective use of information technology. Should possess commitment to both excellence in customer service and employee safety, a thorough understanding of environmental stewardship, strong technical and communication skills, and a record of sound financial management. Must also have demonstrated success as a manager of an organization similar to the bureau that is comparable in size and scope of operation. Reqs. comb. of educ. and exper. that includes, at minimum, a bachelor's degree in engineering, business or public administration, or a related area with extensive management exper. and a strong record of achievements managing public works or urban infrastructure operations and maintenance, or parallel operation. Strong consideration may be given to candidates with one or more of the following: a degree in civil engineering or a related field; solid technical knowledge and exper. in the areas of public works and/or urban infrastructure systems management; local or state govt. exper. in urban public works (preferably engineering, water system operations and maintenance, storm sewer maintenance, sanitary sewer maintenance, and/or street maintenance); exper. managing emergency responses in the functional areas provided by the bureau; exper. managing a large multi-unit professional, technical, trades and administrative staff through first line supervisors; customer service, knowledge of OSHA and other related safety protocols, and collaboration skills; excellent communication skills and/or exper. successfully implementing information technology systems and work process changes in a trades environment. Full position description and requirements on the Executive Search page of Springsted Incorporated: www.springsted.com or the Arlington County Human Resources Department at: http://bit.ly/b0RNPc . Open until filled. EOE.
Posted July 26
Town Clerk, Blackstone
SALARY: DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. Appointed by town council; reports directly to town council. Acts as a liaison between the town and citizens; promotes a public service attitude so that citizens are treated courteously. Duties: Ensures that complaints are handled in an expeditious and courteous manner and resolved impartially; documents proceedings of town council meetings; disseminates and maintains official town documents approved by town council for permanent record. Handles all zoning issues, including issuing permits, scheduling Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals meetings and taking minutes of those meetings; maintains the schedule of appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals and Planning Commission; prepares routine correspondence for town manager; keeps town manager's calendar. Organizes and prepares monthly council packets; attends all staff, committee and council meetings; handles confidential documents and information; issues 911 addresses; notifies public of all regular, continued and special called council meetings, as well as committee meetings. Keeps town code up to date through correspondence with Municipal Code Corporation; uploads agendas and minutes to town website; files Statements of Economic Interest and Real Estate Disclosure Forms for town council, planning commission and board of zoning appeals. Handles Freedom of Information Act requests; performs other duties as assigned. Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) preferred. Submit application, detailed resume with salary history, and work related references to: J. Larry Palmore, Town Manager, Town Office, 100 W. Elm St., Blackstone, VA 23824. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted July 23
Risk Manager, Suffolk
SALARY: $57,877-$92,603 (+) benefits. Performs administrative and managerial duties in the development, implementation, and coordination of city's safety and risk management programs. Directs all programs and activities associated with worker's compensation, ADA, OSHA and general liability. Responsible for the oversight of city property, liability, and casualty claims. Develops and coordinates loss control and reviews insurance, bond, and indemnity provisions for city contracts, leases and agreements. Manages all city insurance programs. Ensures that appropriate and req'd safety training is available to all employees, and that the city is in compliance with all mandatory safety, risk management, and OSHA laws. Reqs. bachelor's degree (master's preferred); considerable work exper. in managing a comprehensive risk/safety management program in an organization of similar size and scope; demonstrated management and supervisory skills; extensive working knowledge of OSHA standards, workers' compensation, safety management, ADA and other related regs; knowledge of insurance programs to include indemnity, stop loss, and other provisions to identify cost effectiveness. Complete application online at www.suffolk.va.us or call 757/514-4110 for additional info. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted July 22
Training Manager, Suffolk
SALARY: $57,877-$92,603 (+) benefits. Oversees development, implementation, management, administration and communications of city's human resources training programs. Provides management, organization and leadership support to ensure the effective delivery of key human resources training aligned with city strategy and initiatives. Performs lead project management for human resources training programs and services and coordinates activities across all human resources functional areas. Reqs. bachelor's degree in human resources, human resources development or business administration with specific coursework in human resources management and/or training and development. Must have min. 5 yrs. demonstrated exper. in the human resources and/or training field, including considerable exper. in needs analysis, training and curriculum development; demonstrated exper. in soft skill classroom training; knowledge of adult learning principles, performance and skill management, OD principles; demonstrated exper. managing a formal training program. Complete application online at www.suffolk.va.us or call 757/514-4110 for additional info. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted July 22
Town Manager, Strasburg
SALARY: $79,428-$120,022 (+) benefits. (Pop. 6,200) Full-service municipality located in Shenandoah County at northern end of Shenandoah Valley. has appx. 60 employees and operates under the direction of a mayor and 8-member council. The town operates on a bdgt. of appx. $8 million, including general services, water, sewer, trash and recreation enterprise funds. In addition, the town is embarking on a series of important infrastructure improvements including new water and wastewater treatment plants and downtown streetscape improvements. Town manager performs complex executive work managing and directing the daily operational activities of the town through communication with department heads and under the general direction of town council. Administers all town affairs; ensures that ordinances, regulations and policies are enforced; prepares reports, analyses and recommendations for council. Supervises all personnel within town organization. Reqs. bachelor's degree with coursework in public administration, or a related field and considerable exper., or an equivalent comb. of educ. and exper. Prefer master's degree with local govt. administrative exper. Submit town employment application, resume, salary history and list of references to: Town Manager Search, Town of Strasburg, P.O. Box 351, Strasburg, VA 22657. Deadline: Sept. 17. EOE.
Posted July 21
Director of Public Works / General Services, Portsmouth
SALARY: $71,996-$97,195 (+) benefits. Will serve under general direction of the city manager and be responsible for performing complex professional and administrative work coordinating, directing and supervising comprehensive public works and general services programs that include stormwater management; maintenance of city streets, thoroughfares and sidewalks; waste management and refuse pick up; buildings maintenance and fleet maintenance. Also involves organizing and directing activities to ensure service of both current needs and future anticipated needs; developing strategies for service delivery; and must have a customer service focus on citizens. Prefer bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely-related field; Professional Engineer license preferred; 6-9 yrs. of progressively responsible exper. in public works and general services operations, planning and managing resources, including 3-5 yrs. of responsible supervisory exper., or any equiv. comb. of training and exper. that provides the req'd knowledge, skills and abilities. Submit completed City of Portsmouth application to the Department of Human Resource Management, 801 Crawford St., Portsmouth, VA 23704. Visit www.portsmouthva.gov for more info. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted July 21
Manager of Public Works Operations, Portsmouth
SALARY: $56,410-$76,154 (+) benefits. Performs complex professional and administrative work coordinating and assisting divisions within the Department of Public Works. Work involves managing daily operations of the Stormwater, Streets and Mosquito Control divisions. Responsible for construction, maintenance and repair of city's stormwater infrastructure and storm drainage systems; and maintenance and repair of city's streets and sidewalks. Provides operational direction by establishing priorities, assigning and directing crews, training of staff and ensures quality and quantity of work. Works with contractors, citizens and city personnel to accomplish objectives and reqs. responsiveness to citizens. Educ. / exper.: Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering or a related field; Professional Engineering license preferred; 3-5 yrs. of operational exper. in public works fields to include stormwater and exper. in an administrative capacity; or any equiv. comb. of training and exper. that provides the req'd knowledge, skills and abilities. Submit city application to the Department of Human Resource Management, 801 Crawford St., Portsmouth, VA 23704. Visit www.portsmouthva.gov for additional info. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted July 19
GIS Coordinator, Manassas
SALARY: $58,011-$96,886 (+) benefits. Responsible for management and coordination of the city's Enterprise Geographic Information System (GIS). Responsibilities include coordination and provision of GIS user support and training, management of corporate GIS data assets, and development of an annual GIS work plan. Additional responsibilities include communication and coordination of system support needs with the city's IT Department for both software and hardware, including installation, deployment, maintenance, and administration of GIS applications, databases, servers, and other computing infrastructure, and overseeing the work of GIS consultants assigned to specific projects. Advanced knowledge of GIS, complex computer systems and system applications, systems operation and maintenance, geospatial mapping programs and techniques, and system acquisitions is required. Candidate must be able to analyze industry trends and make recommendations regarding alternatives with long term value based on organizational goals and objectives, and have extensive knowledge of the ESRI software suite including ArcSDE, ArcGIS Server, ArcInfo, ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Mobile software. Reqs. bachelor's degree (master's preferred) in geography, computer science or a related discipline and min. 7 yrs. Exper. in a GIS-based capacity, including computer programming and systems analysis, design, integration, and implementation. ESRI experience also req'd. Experience with enterprise-level Geo-Spatial databases is req'd.; SQL experience desired. Must have proven leadership, coordination and management exper. GIS professional (GISP) certification desired. Apply: Human Resources, City of Manassas, 9027 Center St., Room 302, Manassas, VA 20110. E-mail: hr@ci.manassas.va.us; website: www.manassascity.org/jobs. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted July 19
County Administrator, Russell
SALARY: $60,000-$85,000 negotiable DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. (pop.30, 308) Russell County's government provides a range of services and is widely recognized for its efforts to provide a high quality of life and a diverse economy and workforce for its citizens. The county, located in Southwest Virginia, operated with a FY10 budget of $25.9 million. Reqs. bachelor's degree in business or public administration, public policy, finance, planning or related field (master's in similar field a plus); desire min. 5 yrs. of public management experience as a chief executive / administrator or deputy chief executive / administrator in a comparably sized community or organization with a wide range of knowledge and duties in operations and management. Experience should demonstrate high levels of performance in areas that include finance and budget, economic development, developing community vision, staff development, efficient use of technology in enhancing performance and maintaining positive lines of communication at all levels. Additional exper. in team building and outreach and development of governmental departments is a significant consideration. A progressive record of strong professional, administrative leadership in a similar community or organization is an important consideration. Submit letter of application, detailed resume with salary history and work-related references to: John A. Anzivino, Senior Vice President, Springsted Incorporated, 1564 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228; Fax 804-726-9752 or e-mail Richmond@springsted.com. Resumes received by Aug. 17 will receive priority. For a complete community / position profile visit www.springsted.com. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted July 19
Class 2 or 3 Wastewater Operator, Waynesboro
SALARY: DOQ (+) benefits. FT duties in Dept. of Public Works include: Performs routine tasks and necessary tests related to the processing of wastewater at treatment plant and/or pump stations; performs related work as req'd in all weather conditions. Performs variety of duties related to operation and maintenance of a wastewater plant in accordance with all local, state and federal regs. Must possess min. of H.S. diploma or GED, supplemented by previous exper. involving wastewater treatment plant operation; or any equiv. comb. of educ., training and exper. that provides the suggested job skills. Rotating shifts. Must possess valid Va. driver's license; must possess current Class 2 or 3 Va. Wastewater Operator's License. Submit applications to Human Resources, 503 W. Main St., Suite 102, Waynesboro, VA. Open until filled. EOE.
Posted July 13
Director of Finance, Falls Church
SALARY: $110,000-$140,000 DOQ (+) benefits. Seeking highly qualified professional to lead Department of Finance. Full-service city located 6 miles from Washington has 12,000 pop., $93 million budget (all funds), $85 million capital plan (5 year); appx. 240 FTEs; city council - city manager form of govt. CFO reports to city manager, serves as the general manager for Department of Administrative Services, oversees all aspects of city finances, including AP/AR, payroll, purchasing, audit, budget, utility billing, and RE assessment with staff of 24. City provides all typical municipal services, including education. Reqs. a top-level team player, leader and supervisor, effective communicator with strong municipal finance record; hands-on technical competence and high level policy and strategic thinking in a dynamic fast paced environment. Also reqs. bachelor's degree (master's preferred) with major in accounting, business or public administration and/or CPA. Send letter of interest, resume, salary history and three references to: City of Falls Church Human Resources Division, 300 Park Ave., Falls Church, VA 22046 or hr@fallschurchva.us Letters received by Aug. 13 will be considered first. Complete job posting at www.fallschurchva.gov. Open until filled. EOE.
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