June 12, 2016
J. Reuben Daniel City Hall & Police Station: 1040 Roanoke Avenue 533-2800
CALENDAR OF MEETINGS
(All City meetings are open to the public):
Roanoke Rapids City Council
Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at 5:15 p.m. at Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The City of Roanoke Rapids is accepting applications for the following positions:
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.
Equipment Mechanic II
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 possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors
Must possess a valid North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License.
Sanitation Worker
An employee in this position performs work as a member of a crew led by a Sanitation Equipment Operator in loading and unloading refuse over an established route. Applicant must hold a valid NC Driver’s License. Position is open until filled.
Street Maintenance Worker II
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
Patched 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.
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.
Part-Time Public Works Worker
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.
Lifeguard (Part-Time)
An employee in this position assists in all aspects of operations of the recreation center swimming pool and aquatic center. The employee has the responsibility for making sure that the facility is maintained in good condition, to ensure that participants in swimming activities and classes are in a safe and clean environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Must hold American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
Must be able to complete ½ mile swim in under 20 minutes.
Essential Duties and Tasks
Teaches Red Cross swimming lessons.
Provides routine pool maintenance to ensure cleanliness and safe environment for patrons.
Works as a team to provide supervision of a large number (sometimes as many as 300 pool patrons – team is comprised of approximately seven lifeguards).
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Aquatic Supervisor.
(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
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Proposed FY 2016 - 2017 Budget for the City of Roanoke Rapids has been submitted to the City Council and is on display for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk (2nd floor of City Hall). A public hearing on the proposed budget is scheduled for the June 14, 2016 City Council Meeting to be held 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
FRIDAYS IN THE PARK CONCERT SERIES kicks off on Friday, June 17 with JaShaun Peele (Jazz/R&B). All concerts will be held from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in Centennial Park.
COMMITTEE VACANCIES
Contact Lisa Vincent, City Clerk, at 533-2840 for committee information.
Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
Canal Museum Advisory Committee
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment (City & ETJ)
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
Kathy Kearney, Deputy City Clerk