Employment Opportunities

POSITION AVAILABLE ANNOUNCEMENT
CITY OF PARKERSBURG
Public Works Administrative Assistant (Director)

DEPARTMENT: Public Works                                                                                     GRADE: H-7 Non-Exempt $13.55/hr

Reports directly to the Public Works Director.

JOB SUMMARY: Performs responsible clerical duties for the Public Works Department.

RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1) Types and proofreads reports, letters, memos, and statistical data;
2) Types from rough drafts, verbal instructions and/or audio tapes;
3) Answers routine correspondence not needing management attention and refers more complex or sensitive issues to the Public Works Director or appropriate supervisors.
4) Routes complaints and/or requests for information to responsible departments;
5) Maintains calendars and schedules of meetings and events;
6) Compiles data for special projects;
7) Collects and assembles data and background materials for a variety of reports;
8) Establishes and maintains databases for payroll, work activities and inventory control;
9) Prepares and compiles bi-weekly payroll;
10) Screens mail, office and telephone callers;
11) Maintains files and records;
12) May work with confidential information;
13) Performs dispatching duties and requests;
14) Assists with monitoring budgets of all Public Works Departments;
15) Provides back up for Parks Department Administrative Assistant;
16) Provides back up for scheduling appointments and inspections relating to Code Officers and Fire Inspector;
17) Provides assistance and coverage for the Code Office window;
18) Performs other related duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a high school diploma or GED supplemented by courses at a community or technical school in office assistance or related field; two (2) years’ experience in performing general clerical work in an office setting; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
Above average computer skills (Microsoft Office – Word & Excel). Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written. Excellent organizational skills. Must be able to work well independently and as a team member. Must be able to maintain confidentiality. Must be able to interact professionally with the public.

Applications are available:
On-line, and in the Personnel Department, 5th Floor, Municipal Building, One Government Square.
Completed applications should be returned to:
Personnel Department City of Parkersburg PO Box 1627 Parkersburg, WV 26102
or to the Personnel Department on the 5th Floor of the City Building.

THE CITY OF PARKERSBURG IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, MILITARY VETERAN STATUS, RELIGION, AGE OR DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES.
2019.06

SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD:

Substitute School Crossing Guard

GENERAL DUTIES:

Monitor cross walks / street intersections to ensure safe crossing by school children.
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OTHER INFORMATION:

Pay Rate – $9.26/hour

The substitute positions work on as “as needed” basis to fill open shifts, cover for illnesses / vacations, etc. Many times there will be limited or no advanced notice of when these positions would be called to work.

Shifts are 1½ hours in the morning and/or 1½ hours in the afternoon. Hours are set based on the school assigned to.

No minimum number of work hours are guaranteed. When a “regular” shift opens, it is normally filled from the interested regular and substitutes crossing guards.

These are part-time positions. There are no benefits associated with these positions.
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Applications are available:
On-line, and in the Personnel Department, 5th Floor, Municipal Building, One Government Square.
Completed applications should be returned to:
Personnel Department City of Parkersburg PO Box 1627 Parkersburg, WV 26102
or to the Personnel Department on the 5th Floor of the City Building.

THE CITY OF PARKERSBURG IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, MILITARY VETERAN STATUS, RELIGION, AGE OR DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES. 2019.03