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Parks Superintendant (Full-time)

Assists the Parks and Recreation Director in managing the operations of city parks and related facilities including planning, design, construction and maintenance activities, and supervising department maintenance personnel.  Previous experience in parks maintenance required.  BA in landscape architecture, park and recreation administration or related field preferred.  Must possess the following licenses and certifications or have ability to obtain:  Iowa Commercial Driver’s License - Class A, playground safety inspector and commercial pesticide applicator’s license.  Click here for complete job description.  Starting salary:  $50,000 - $60,000/year DOQ/E.  Applicants must complete an employment application, and submit a cover letter and resume to: Johnston City Hall, Attn:  Stephanie Reynolds, 6221 Merle Hay Road, PO Box 410, Johnston, Iowa 50131.  Successful completion of post-offer drug screen required.  Application deadline is October 31, 2008.  EOE

 

Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic (Part-time/Paid-on-call)

The Johnston Fire Department is currently accepting applications for part-time/paid-on-call staff.  The department seeks individuals already possessing Iowa or National Fire certifications and/or EMS certifications, but will train individuals wanting to work in a part-time/paid-on-call role.  Johnston residency is not required, but candidates must live within an acceptable radius of Johnston as assessed by the hiring committee and Fire Chief. 

Compensation is competitive, DOQ.  Applicants must possess a valid Iowa driver’s license, be at least 18 years of age, and be able to successfully complete a criminal history background check.  The Johnston Fire Department also requires a doctor’s release stating members are physically qualified to participate in Fire Fighting/EMS activities.  If interested, please stop by the Johnston Fire Station at 6015 NW 62nd Avenue or City Hall at 6221 Merle Hay Road for an application or click here to download a PDF application.  Please return applications to:  Johnston City Hall, 6221 Merle Hay Road, PO Box 410, Johnston, IA 50131.  For more information on the Johnson Fire Department and paid-on-call system, click here.

 

The City of Johnston is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.