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PO BOX 426
NEWTON, KS
67114-2215
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CITY JOB OPENINGS

(316) 284-6129 | Fax (316) 284-6127
PO Box 426, Newton, KS 67114-0426

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Job Title: Equipment Operator I
Department Public Works Water and Wastewater Division
Reports To: Utility Supervisor
Pay Range:  Non exempt; $13.79 to $18.00 per hour
Posted: March 4, 2010
Closes: Application period closes when filled

Position Description:
Under the supervision of the Utility Supervisor, or other assigned supervisor, the Equipment Operator I operates medium and light duty equipment, in the operation of sewer rodding, and Vactors equipment and/or machinery, tractors, dump trucks, and similar equipment. This position performs utility construction and maintenance activities, and clears debris from work sites as needed. The employee sprays for elimination of unwanted grass and weeds and does other related duties as assigned. The employee may also check lift stations and records information on charts. May also perform duties related to the Street Division or other Maintenance Worker positions as assigned.
Job Title: Assistant City Manager for Budget and Finance
Reports To: City Manager
Posted: February 12, 2010
Position is Exempt
Closes: Position closes when filled

Additional Information:
Newton is a growing community with a proactive local government (commission – manager form of government). We need a municipal government generalist who is passionate about municipal budgeting processes, finance, and the policies related to those operations. Our Finance Director recently retired and this Assistant City Manager role is new to the organization. This person will be: the primary contact for the City Manager, City Commission, City Department Heads and Citizens for matters relating to the municipal budget; a primary ambassador within the community for municipal finance and budgeting; expected to capitalize on opportunities to exercise leadership.

The Assistant City Manager will work with the municipal finance staff on matters relating to systems, and processes within the Finance Department. The Finance Department is responsible for functions such as: the capital improvement program, equipment reserve program, municipal bonds, budgeting, financial reports, financial analysis, and utility billing. It is anticipated that this job will also include a diverse range of municipal projects to be conducted in conjunction with other department heads within the municipal organization.

Current annual salary range is: $71,375 to $93,974. Salary and benefits may be negotiable depending on qualifications. A summary of available benefits include: group health insurance, with dental coverage; AFLAC supplemental insurance; wellness plan; life insurances; Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS); various paid leaves available including vacation and sick leave.

A complete job description is available from the City of Newton HR Office, 201 E. 6th Street, Newton, Kansas 67114, voice: 316-284-3606; fax: 316-284-6127 or on-line at www.newtonkansas.com

Submit your letter of interest, and resume with references to the attention of Mr. Jim Werries, HR Manager, City of Newton, PO Box 426, Newton, Kansas 67114. You may also submit by email to nkpersonnel@newtonkansas.com

Hiring will take place as soon as the right person is identified.
Park Seasonal Worker (ages 16-17)
Department: Park and Public Facilities
Reports To: Park Supervisor
Pay Range: $7.50 per hour

Position Summary:
Under the immediate supervision of the Park Supervisor/Park Horticulturist, the seasonal worker performs unskilled and semi-skilled labor in maintenance and construction tasks in the City parks and waterways. Primary responsibilities are manual labor assignments using hand tools and small power tools.

Park Seasonal Worker (ages 18 and up)
Department: Park and Public Facilities
Reports To: Park Supervisor

Position Summary:
Under the immediate supervision of the Park Supervisor/Park Horticulturist, the seasonal worker performs unskilled and semi-skilled labor in maintenance and construction tasks in the City parks and waterways. Primary responsibilities are manual labor assignments using hand tools, small power tools, and small equipment (ex. mowers, compact tractors, and utility vehicles). This is a temporary position working from approximately May through August.
Fire/EMS Careers and how to apply:
Newton Fire/EMS participates in the Kansas Fire Services Partnership. The Fire Science Program of Hutchinson Community College administers the application and examination process for the member departments. Read more about it on the Newton Fire/EMS careers web page.
SAND CREEK STATION GOLF COURSE
The City of Newton is NOT responsible for hiring employees for Sand Creek Station Golf Course. This will be done by Kemper Management, the company the City of Newton has contracted to manage the course.

Those interested in working at the golf course should contact KemperSports via email at Jobs@kempersports.com. or call 316-284-6161.

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