Job Vacancies - Employment Opportunities

Welcome to the City of Winchester's Job Vacancy list and thank you for your interest in the employment opportunities we have to offer.  We provide services to the public equally and fairly without regard to the person's age, gender, race, religion, national origin, creed, political affiliation, or disability. We are an equal opportunity employer with a committment to affirmative action. Any member of the public requiring special accommodation such as an interpreter or reader should contact City Hall at (540)-667-1815 (phone), (540)-722-0782(TDD), or email us.

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Administrative Services (2)	Development (1)	Human Services (5)	Public Safety (2)	Public Services (3)

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Administrative Services
Administration, City Attorney, City Clerk, Finance, Information Technology, Treasurer & Commissioner of the Revenue
Customer Service Assistant Apply for this position	Share your energy and enthusiasm with the City of Winchester as we seek applicants for full time Customer Service Assistant. Handles numerous calls daily for new water and sewer service, discontinuing service, high water consumption, etc. Requires experience with data entry, bookkeeping, and providing outstanding customer service to the public while being able to handle multiple tasks. Education equivalent to graduation from high school. Bi-lingual English-Spanish preferred.	$ 10.17/ hr.
Office Assistant Apply for this position	The City of Winchester Administration Department is seeking a part-time Office Assistant to work 8-12 hours/week performing responsible clerical-type work in a busy office environment. Experience with Microsoft Office, answering correspondence, filing, and providing outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers required. Some experience in human resources preferred. HS diploma/GED required.	$10.00/hr.
Development
Economic Redevelopment, Planning, Zoning, Building Inspections, Old Town Development Board, Parking Authority, Winchester-Frederick County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Executive Director of the Winchester-Frederick County Convention and Visitors Bureau Apply for this position	Full time position leading and directing the work of the Winchester-Frederick County Convention and Visitors Bureau (WFCCVB). Performs complex administrative and professional work developing and implementing the local strategic and operational plan of the WFCCVB; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the volunteer Board of the WFCCVB and the Winchester Parks & Recreation Director. The successful candidate 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 the County of Frederick, VA. Promotes area attractions, tourism services and product providers. Oversees the administrative, day-to day functions of the WFCCVB office, including the operations of the visitors center and motor coach bookings. Implements specific plans to promote the region to target audiences. Represents the WFCCVB at conventions, tradeshows and meetings. Develops and maintains policies and ensures that WFCCVB 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. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree with major work in tourism, hospitality, business management, public relations, marketing or related field is required. A Master's Degree is preferred. Valid driver's license is required.	55,000/yr.
Human Services
Social Services, Office of Housing & Neighborhood Development, Parks & Recreation, Transit
Benefit Programs Worker Apply for this position	Enjoy a rewarding career serving the community! The City of Winchester Department of Social Services is seeking applicants for full time Benefit Programs Worker I. Duties include: Interview applicants, secure and verify social and financial information, and determine eligibility for a variety of assistance programs. Experience in office/clerical work is beneficial along with additional typing or computer-based applications. High school diploma/GED required. Associate's degree preferred and bilingual Spanish speaking a plus.	$13.62/hr
Bus Driver F/T Apply for this position	The City of Winchester Transit Department is seeking applicants for full time bus driver. Experience in operation of buses or similar equipment required. Operates a bus on assigned route and schedules and transports additional activities. Must have ability to count change and operate wheelchair lift. Possession of valid Class C Commercial Drivers license with a Passenger Endorsement and good driving record required. Excellent benefits package included.	$11.77/hr.
Bus Driver-P/T Apply for this position	Part-time Bus Driver. Works on an as-needed basis. Experience in operation of buses or similar equipment required. Operates a bus on assigned routes and schedules. May transport passengers on a demand-response schedule. Must have ability to count change and operate wheelchair lift. Light cleaning of interior and exterior of bus. Possession of valid Class C Commercial Drivers License with a Passenger Endorsement and good driving record required.	$ 11.77 /hr.
Lifeguards and Swim Instructors Apply for this position	Part-time and seasonal positions available. Lifeguards must have lifeguard training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid. Water Safety Instructor certification preferred for Swim Instructors.	$8.25/hr. lifeguard-$9.25/hr. swim instructor
Recreation Complex Attendant Apply for this position	Part-time in the Parks and Recreation Department. Positions available for morning, evening, and some weekend shifts. Duties include: answering telephone inquiries, relaying information, basic computer knowledge, provide customer service to patrons, inform patrons of department policies, operation of cash registers, registering patrons for activities, ensure safety rules and procedures are followed, preparation of deposit records, supervision of facility. Requirements: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school, some work related experience in bookkeeping and customer service, and ability to obtain First Aid/CPR and AED certifications within 6 months, ability to work early mornings and weekend hours.	$ 8.00/ hr.
Public Safety
Emergency Communications, Fire & Rescue, Homeland Security, Police, Joint Judicial Center, Traffic Safety, and Juvenile Detention Center
FF/Medic or FF/EMT Apply for this position	The City of Winchester is accepting applications for Firefighter/Medic or Firefighter/EMT and will be holding a written and physical agility test to establish an eligibility list. Applicants must have: valid driver?s license; high school diploma or equivalent; be in excellent physical condition and be a non-tobacco user. Pro Board Firefighter I certification and Virginia Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services EMT ? Intermediate or Paramedic certifications are preferred. Salary: $33,854/yr, plus excellent benefits package. Additional ALS Incentive offered for existing EMT ? Intermediate or Paramedic. EMT ? Intermediates and Paramedics will receive 50% ($3,000 or $3,500 per year) of the ALS Incentive added to salary upon hire; the remaining 50% will be added to salary after being cleared operationally. The written test is scheduled for FRIDAY, JULY 30, 2010, at 8:00am at the SHAWNEE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY, 2210 VALOR DR., WINCHESTER VA 22601. The physical agility test will be held after the written test and on July 31 (physical agility test rain dates will be July 31 and August 1). The entire testing can take up to six hours, so please plan your day accordingly. You must register for the test in advance by calling 540-667-1815 ext. 1454.	33,854/yr.
Police Officer Apply for this position	The City of Winchester Police Department is looking for tomorrow's leaders TODAY! To be considered for the next entrance testing, you must submit your City of Winchester employment application by July 30, 2010. Only applications received by the deadline will receive additional testing information. At time of hire applicant must have: a valid driver's license, safe driving record, no criminal history; high school diploma or the equivalent, college preferred; be age 21 or older; excellent physical condition, be a non-tobacco user; accept responsibility and have high ethical standards; live or be willing to move within a 50 mile radius of Winchester; be a U.S. citizen. Possible sign-on bonuses available for those applicants with previous experience, education, eligible law enforcement certifications, and/or Va. certified officers. Excellent benefits package. Submit applications to: Administration Department, 15 N. Cameron St., Winchester, VA 22601. (540) 667-1815. TDD 540/722-0782. www.winchesterva.gov/employment We are an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action employer.	$36,100/year
Public Services
Utilities, Engineering, GIS, Street Maintenance, Storm Drainage Maintenance, Recycling/Refuse
Maintenance Technician I (Traffic) Apply for this position	Full time. Performs traffic control work including, but not limited to: making, installing, repairing, replacing signs of all types, marking streets, and repairing traffic lights. Ability to operate a bucket/dump truck a plus. Occasionally assists with sidewalk repairs, trimming trees, mowing grass, mulching, plowing snow, etc. and fill in on refuse truck. Good physical condition and experience in heavy manual work required. High School diploma or equivalent and Class B CDL required or ability to obtain within six months of employment.	$11.77/hr
Sr. Utility Service Mechanic Apply for this position	The City of Winchester Public Services Department is seeking applicants for full time Senior Utility Service Mechanic. Duties include: ability to locate, repair and install water and sewer mains and services; inspect and troubleshoot lift stations, perform maintenance and repairs on same; work with sewer cleaning equipment. Ability to effectively deal with personnel and the public is a must. Work is performed in difficult, labor-intensive environments, including extreme cold and hot weather. Must be willing to work overtime and on-call as needed. Limited supervision may be exercised over a small group personnel. Education equivalent to graduation from high school and valid CDL required, or ability to obtain within six months of employment. Apply: Administration Department, Rouss City Hall, 15 N. Cameron St., Winchester, VA 22601. 540/667-1815 ext. 1449. TDD 540/722-0782. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity-Affirmative Action employer.	13.62/hr.
Water Treatment Plant Operator Apply for this position	Part-time. Must have Class III Water Operator's License in Virginia or better or ability to obtain same; thorough knowledge of modern plant principles and operating practices; general knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and of necessary safety precautions; ability to keep records and make reports. HS diploma/GED required with some computer experience and considerable experience in operating and maintaining a water treatment facility.	Commensurate with experience