November 22, 2015

J. Reuben Daniel City Hall & Police Station: 1040 Roanoke Avenue 533-2800

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

The City of Roanoke Rapids is now accepting applications for the following:

Recreation Program Supervisor

Aquatic Center (Parks & Recreation). An employee in this position plans, coordinates and supervises Aquatic Center program activities. A successful candidate will have demonstrated management experience in the aquatics field, strong supervisory skills and the ability to motivate a team, and a strong sense of safety to implement good practices.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED

Graduation from a four year college or university with a degree in recreation administration, physical education or related degree and considerable experience in recreational programming preferred

Certified in American Red Cross CPR/AED

First Aid & Lifeguarding

3-years of lifeguarding experience

Must have excellent people service skills

Ability to provide service with integrity

Must have good verbal and written communication skills

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 10-17 hours total per week. Hours will vary. This position will also provide service assistance at the Roanoke Canal Museum.

Positions are Open until Filled

Applications may be obtained at www.roanokerapidsnc.com – City Departments – Human Resources or you may contact Kathy A. Kearney, Human Resources Manager, at City Hall located at 1040 Roanoke Avenue – Phone (252) 533-2845 -- Fax (252) 537-2097.

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.

BRIEFS

MUNICIPAL OFFICES CLOSED/TRASH COLLECTION: Municipal Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27 in observance of Thanksgiving. Trash collection routes for both Thursday and Friday will be collected on Wednesday, November 25. If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at (252) 533-2846.

COMMITTEE VACANCIES:

Contact Lisa Vincent, City Clerk, at 533-2840 for committee information.

Historic Preservation Advisory Committee

Senior Center Advisory Committee

Planning Board/Board of Adjustment (City & ETJ)

Beautification Committee

Roanoke Canal Commission

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