Employment Opportunities
Employment Opportunities
Application Period: Open Until Filled
Sign-on Bonus Available!
*TN POST Certified Officer $10₁000
In order to be eligible, you can NOT be a current law enforcement employee or have been employed as
a law enforcement officer for at least 1 year. Incremental pay will begin on your 6-month
anniversary date. You must remain employed as a JCPD officer for at least 3 years to earn the
entire $10,000.
*Non-Certified Applicants $8,000
Non-certified applicants who are eligible will receive $8,000. Incremental pay will begin on your
6-month anniversary date. You must remain employed as a JCPD officer for at least 3 years to earn
the entire $8,000.
*If you applied within the past 6 months you DO NOT have to re-apply.
The JCPD is a state accredited 37-member law enforcement agency that provides services within the
municipal limits of Jefferson City. This is a great place to live and work. Come be a part of the
JCPD family.
• Competitive Starting pay for POST certified applicants $50,242.50 annually ($21.75/hr.)
• Starting salary for non-certified applicants is $19/hour while in the academy. Upon successful
completion of the basic academy, field training and 6-month probationary period the hourly rate
will increase to $21.75/hour.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
*FREE to the individual employee
* $230/month for family plan (approx.)
• Free $25,000 life insurance
• 15 paid holidays which includes a floating holiday.
• Paid vacation, sick, bereavement, and military leave
• Overtime opportunities available
• TCRS state retirement FREE (Legacy Plan)
• Liberal take-home car policy
• Officers are required work 12-hour shifts, days, nights (rotating every two months)
• Accredited law enforcement agency
• Numerous training opportunities
• Special assignments such as K-9, SWAT, recruiting, training, drone
• All equipment is furnished by the police department
Out-of-state applicants are welcome. If you are currently certified in another state, you will be required to attend a mostly online transition course in Tennessee.
Requirements:
Must be 21 years of age, possess a valid Tennessee driver's license, be able to pass an extensive
background investigation, be able to successfully pass a medical and psychological exam, pass a
drug screen, must be physically fit, never have been discharged under dishonorable conditions from
any branch of service, high school graduate or equivalent, be of good moral character and never
have been convicted of a felony, MUST successfully complete the JCPD field training program and
probationary period.
Applications can be downloaded from here.
Please email all completed applications to humanresources@jeffersoncitytn.gov
Nature of Work
This is semi-skilled to skilled work providing general assistance with the installation, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines, wells, pump stations and appm1enances. Activities associated with the job include making water and sewer taps and service connections, repairing and/or replacing water and sewer lines, unstopping lines and installing, repairing and flushing fire hydrants. Additional activities include performing general grounds maintenance activities, excavating and backfilling trenches and installing water meters, fire hydrants and valves. Incumbents frequently utilize power tools and mechanized equipment when performing assigned tasks. Job responsibilities require experience working with heavy equipment and machinery utilized for utilities maintenance and repair projects, good decision making and interpersonal skills, ability to follow instructions and consistently adhere to established policies and procedures and sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions. Job performance is evaluated by the Utilities Maintenance Crew Chief and/or Superintendent of Utilities through review of the quality and timeliness of daily job assignments, knowledge and expertise in utilities installation, repair and maintenance activities, willingness to assist with work assignments and ability to follow instructions and interact effectively with co-workers.
Illustrative Examples of Work
-Gathers tools, materials and supplies for various job assignments and loads into assigned vehicles.
-Provides support to utilities employees, including Crew Chiefs, Equipment Operators, etc. by performing any needed semiskilled and skilled labor tasks.
-Assists with making water and sewer taps and service connections.
-Assist with repairing and/or replacing water and sewer lines, manholes and related system components.
-Unstops lines with augers, repairs and flushes fire hydrants.
-Operates trucks, tractors, air hammers, tapping machines and other mechanical equipment when required.
-Operates flushing, cleaning and line inspection equipment and machinery.
-Performs general grounds maintenance activities; excavates and backfills trenches.
-Assists with re-paving roads including shoveling asphalt, forming and pouring concrete and other related tasks after completion of installation and repair projects.
-Loads and unloads equipment and materials and assists Crew Chiefs and Equipment Operators in servicing equipment.
-Uses shovels and rakes in tight confined areas not accessible with heavy equipment or machinery.
-Directs traffic around job sites as required.
-Installs and/or repairs water meters, fire hydrants and valves.
-Assists with responding to emergency calls when required.
-Participates in clean-up activities and re-sows grass seed after the completion of projects.
-Performs related duties as required.
Necessary Requirements of Work
Graduation from an accredited high school (or GED); a minimum of one year experience in utility installation and/or construction; general knowledge of the activities involved in the installation, maintenance, repair and/or replacement of utility lines and related components; ability to interact successfully with co-workers and the public; ability to consistently adhere to daily instructions and make decisions within established operating procedures; sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience to provide the following knowledge, abilities and skills:
-Knowledge of maintenance and construction hand and power tools, heavy equipment and public utilities operations and practices.
-Knowledge of proper installation, maintenance and repair techniques and practices associated with various utility projects including making water and sewer taps and service connections, unstopping lines, operating flushing, cleaning and line inspection equipment, etc.
-Knowledge of utility construction, maintenance and repair projects including installing and/or repairing water and sewer lines, installing meters, hydrants, manholes, etc.
-Knowledge of the precautions necessary to work safely with and around heavy equipment utilized in utility construction and maintenance projects.
-Ability to accurately estimate the number of materials required for various utility construction and repair projects.
-Ability to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions.
-Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools and light machinery.
-Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions.
-Ability to consistently adhere to established operational policies and procedures.
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
-Skill in the use of power tools, hand tools, and light machinery.
-Skill in the use of motor vehicles.
Necessary Special Requirements
-Possession of a valid Tennessee Driver's License and the ability to obtain a Class B CDL within 18 months and be insured at standard vehicle liability rates.
Physical Requirements
- This is heavy work requiring considerable static, explosive, dynamic and trunk strength and requiring the exertion of up to 80 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
- Work requires considerable flexibility, mobility and speed of limb movement.
- Work requires considerable effort and stamina.
- Work requires both gross body equilibrium and coordination for balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling and walking.
- Work requires arm/ hand steadiness and manual and finger dexterity.
- Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
- Hearing is required to perceive information in both quiet and noisy environments and determine the direction of sounds.
- Visual acuity is required for the inspection of small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of office equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, color differentiation, and observing general surroundings and activities.
- The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, temperature extremes, bodily fluids, oils and lubricants, noise and slippery surfaces.
Applications can be downloaded from here.
Please email all completed applications to humanresources@jeffersoncitytn.gov
The City of Jefferson City is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, and as such, does not discriminate against minorities and persons with disabilities.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Apprentice
Nature of Work
This is semi-skilled technical work involving an apprenticeship learning the operation of wastewater pumping and purification equipment, methods and machinery located in the wastewater treatment plant for Jefferson City. Activities associated with the job include assisting with monitoring and adjusting plant operations, troubleshooting and maintaining plant equipment, recording and maintaining plant operation records and performing laboratory tests. Additional activities include assisting with the oversight of water pumps, motors, digesters, filters and chemical feeders, collecting water samples from designated points, replenishing treatment equipment with chemicals and keeping basins free of foreign matter. Job duties require some knowledge of the principles, practices, equipment and methods utilized in wastewater treatment and pumping operations, knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with wastewater treatment plant operations, some knowledge of the chemicals and filtering components utilized to treat wastewater, ability to make required mechanical adjustments, monitor the operation of machinery, take accurate readings and keep accurate and thorough records of daily activities. Job performance is evaluated by the Chief Wastewater Plant Operator through review of the ability to successfully acquire knowledge and expertise in wastewater treatment plant operations and occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with the work, level of knowledge and expertise in analyzing wastewater samples, ability to adhere to established operational policies and procedures, ability to routinely monitor plant operations and detect potential problems and/or defects, dependability in performing work assignments and level of support provided for wastewater treatment plant operations.
Illustrative Examples of Work
-Assists with the routine monitoring and analysis of wastewater to ensure compliance with established mandates and other operational criteria established for the Jefferson City wastewater treatment plant.
-Assists with checking the proper functioning of water pumps, motors, filters, digesters and chemical feeders and making adjustments as necessary to maintain the proper flow of wastewater.
-Assists with compiling and maintaining reports on wastewater pumped for monthly and daily averages.
-Makes notes of the readings on meters, gauges and indicators.
-Assists with collecting wastewater samples from designated points and ensuring compliance with TDEC permit limits.
-Assists with making physical checks and running chemical tests and analyses including biological oxygen tests, suspended and settable solids tests, E-Coli Bacteria tests, pH tests, dissolved oxygen tests, sulfur dioxide tests and chlorine supply tests.
-Assists with ensuring compliance with EPA 503 regulations for sludge removed from the wastewater plant.
-Assists with making chemical feed and treatment adjustments when necessary.
-Keeps wastewater basins free of foreign matter.
-Assists with performing routine equipment and plant monitoring and maintenance activities.
-Performs routine equipment and grounds maintenance activities as assigned.
-Assists with inspecting chemical feeding and filtering equipment, preparing reports of findings and notifying the appropriate personnel of identified maintenance and repair needs.
-Performs related duties as required.
Necessary Requirements of Work
Graduation from an accredited four year high school supplemented with some training and experience in wastewater treatment plant and/or water treatment plant operations; some knowledge of the repair and maintenance of the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components of wastewater treatment plants; some knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of the work; skill in the use of hand and power tools utilized in adjusting system and plant components; good organizational, interpersonal and decision making skills; some knowledge and expertise in performing wastewater tests and analysis; sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions; or any equivalent combination of education or experience to provide the following knowledge, abilities and skills:
-Some knowledge of the monitoring requirements and maintenance activities associated with wastewater treatment plant machinery, digesters, filters and laboratory testing equipment.
-Some knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions associated with the maintenance and monitoring of wastewater treatment plant equipment and machinery.
-Some knowledge of chemical testing and treatment practices and methods utilized in municipal wastewater treatment facilities.
-Some knowledge of record keeping and reporting practices required to effectively monitor wastewater treatment plant operations.
-Some knowledge of the chemicals utilized to treat wastewater.
-Some knowledge of operating policies and procedures established for the utility department.
-Some knowledge of the laboratory equipment utilized to analyze wastewater including the Fisher Scientific BOD Incubator, HACH Culture Incubator, HACH Colormeter Cl2 Analyzer and HACH BOD Dissolved Oxygen Analyzer.
-Ability to properly read gauges and testing equipment, take accurate readings, determine improper and/or suspect operations of wastewater treatment facility equipment and machinery and assist with making needed repairs and/or adjustments.
-Ability to keep routine records, prepare reports and make accurate mathematical computations.
-Ability to consistently perform job related duties in compliance with established operational and safety policies and procedures.
-Ability to perform daily job assignments in a dependable, timely and thorough manner.
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
-Ability to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions.
-Skill in the use of hand and power tools utilized in the maintenance, repair and/or adjustment of wastewater treatment plant components, equipment and machinery.
-Skill in the use of laboratory testing and analysis equipment utilized on the job.
Necessary Special Requirements
Possession of a valid Tennessee Commercial Driver's License and the ability to be insured at standard vehicle liability rates.
-Ability to obtain within 36 months a Wastewater Treatment Plant Grade III license.
Physical Requirements
- This is heavy work requiring considerable static, explosive, dynamic and trunk strength and requiring the exertion of up to 80 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
- Work requires considerable flexibility, mobility and speed of limb movement.
- Work requires considerable effort and stamina.
- Work requires both gross body equilibrium and coordination for balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling and walking.
- Work requires arm/ hand steadiness and manual and finger dexterity.
- Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
- Hearing is required to perceive information in both quiet and noisy environments and determine the direction of sounds.
- Visual acuity is required for the inspection of small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of office equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, color differentiation, and observing general surroundings and activities.
- The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, temperature extremes, bodily fluids, oils and lubricants, noise and slippery surfaces.
Applications can be downloaded from here.
Please email all completed applications to humanresources@jeffersoncitytn.gov
The City of Jefferson City is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, and as such, does not discriminate against minorities and persons with disabilities.
Public Works Maintenance Worker
Nature of Work
This is semi-skilled and some skilled work providing general assistance to public works maintenance, mowing and construction crews. Activities associated with the job include, but are not limited to: performing manual labor, trimming, and cutting trees, assisting with snow removal, directing traffic, assisting with the installation of guardrails and signs and building forms for constructing concrete supports and structures. Additional activities include patching, repairing, and maintaining streets, curbs and gutters and assisting with landscaping projects. Incumbents also periodically assist with building maintenance and repair activities and frequently utilize power tools and mechanized equipment when performing assigned tasks. Job responsibilities require experience working with heavy equipment and machinery utilized for public works maintenance and repair projects, experience performing light maintenance activities on buildings and other facilities, good organizational, decision making and interpersonal skills, ability to consistently adhere to established policies and procedures and follow instructions and sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions. Job performance is evaluated by the immediate Public Works Crew Chief and/or Superintendent of Public Works through review of the quality and timeliness of tasks completed by the incumbent, knowledge and expertise in public works activities, willingness to assist with work assignments and ability to follow instructions and interact effectively with co-workers.
Illustrative Examples of Work
-Gathers tools, materials and supplies for various job assignments and loads into assigned vehicles.
-Provides support to public works employees by performing any needed semiskilled and skilled labor tasks.
-Removes debris, trash, and dirt from highways, medians, right of ways, drainage ditches and other areas.
-Rebuilds road shoulders, digs ditches and rebuilds driving aprons.
-Installs, repairs and maintains storm drain facilities and builds and sets forms for sidewalks, curbs and gutters.
-Assists with snow and ice removal from streets, sidewalks, and other public facilities when necessary.
-Assists with the installation and repair of signs, guardrails, and barriers.
-Assists in constructing and paving roads including shoveling asphalt, forming, and pouring concrete, road patching/maintenance and other related tasks.
-Ties down steel and pours and finishes concrete for road construction and repair projects.
-Utilizes a jackhammer to break up and remove asphalt and concrete.
-Assists in building catch basins and installing drain tile according to specifications.
-Loads and unloads equipment and materials and assists drivers in servicing equipment.
-Operates bush hogs and other mowing equipment along city roadways.
-Uses shovels and rakes in tight confined areas not accessible with heavy equipment or machinery.
-Directs traffic around job sites as required.
-Assists with troubleshooting and repairing electrical, electronic, refrigeration and air conditioning malfunctions and installing heating and air conditioning equipment when required.
-Assists with ensuring that all city owned facilities are properly secured, answering, and responding to phone calls pertaining to maintenance activities and relaying messages to other maintenance staff.
-Assists in repairing or replacing broken water lines, faucets, flush valves, commodes, sinks and other plumbing system components.
-Maintains lawns and gardens around city owned facilities and performs seasonal pruning, mowing, fertilizing, and landscaping activities when necessary.
-Assists with performing routine maintenance and repair of heating, venting and air conditioning systems and replaces filters according to established schedules.
-Repairs and/or replaces light bulbs and fixtures when necessary.
-Assists with stripping, waxing and buffing floors on a regular schedule.
-Participates in cleanup activities after completion of projects.
-Performs related work as required.
Necessary Requirements of Work
Graduation from an accredited high school (or GED); a minimum of one year experience in construction or related work; some knowledge of building maintenance and repair activities; ability to interact successfully with co-workers and the public; ability to consistently adhere to daily instructions and make decisions within established operating procedures; sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience to provide the following knowledge, abilities and skills:
-Knowledge of maintenance and construction hand and power tools, heavy equipment and public works departmental operations and practices.
-Knowledge of highway construction projects including tying down steel and forming, pouring, and finishing of concrete.
-Knowledge of the precautions necessary to work safely with and around heavy equipment utilized in highway construction and maintenance projects.
-Knowledge of industrial cleaning agents, supplies, and materials.
-Knowledge of electronic circuitry, electric motors, and multi-phase electrical systems.
-Knowledge of the carpentry, electrical and plumbing trades.
-Knowledge of natural gas supply lines and components.
-Knowledge of central heating and air conditioning components, controls, circuitry, and systems.
-Knowledge of the painting, masonry, roofing and building maintenance trades.
-Knowledge of the safety procedures (including electrical tag out and Material Safety Data Sheets) associated with the designated trade areas.
-Knowledge of wiring diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and as-built drawings.
-Knowledge of landscaping and lawn equipment maintenance including preventive maintenance procedures.
-Ability to accurately estimate the number of materials required for various road construction and repair projects.
-Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools and light machinery.
-Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions.
-Ability to consistently adhere to established operational policies and procedures.
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
-Ability to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions.
-Skill in the use of power tools, hand tools, and light machinery.
-Skill in the use of motor vehicles.
Necessary Special Requirements
-Possession of a valid Tennessee Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a CDL Class B within 18 months and be insured at standard vehicle liability rates.
Physical Requirements
- This is heavy work requiring considerable static, explosive, dynamic and trunk strength and requiring the exertion of up to 80 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
- Work requires considerable flexibility, mobility, and speed of limb
- Work requires considerable effort and
- Work requires both gross body equilibrium and coordination for balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking.
- Work requires arm/ hand steadiness and manual and finger
- Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken
- Hearing is required to perceive information in both quiet and noisy environments and determine the direction of sounds.
- Visual acuity is required for the inspection of small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of office equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, color differentiation, and observing general surroundings and
- The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, temperature extremes, bodily fluids, oils and lubricants, noise, and slippery.
Applications can be downloaded from here.
Please email all completed applications to humanresources@jeffersoncitytn.gov
The City of Jefferson City is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, and as such, does not discriminate against minorities and persons with disabilities.
Shop Mechanic
Nature of Work
This is very skilled work performing the activities associated with the repair and maintenance of a variety of city owned trucks, vehicles and heavy equipment and machinery used for public works and operations, law enforcement and road maintenance activities. Under general supervision, incumbents perform routine preventive maintenance, safety inspections and repair work equipment and machinery used for road maintenance including tractors, mowers, backhoes, dump trucks, graders, rollers, snow removal equipment, dozers, and paving equipment. Routine maintenance and repair work is also performed on fleet vehicles, fire and rescue vehicles and law enforcement vehicles. Additional responsibilities include diagnosing equipment malfunctions, procuring parts and supplies necessary to perform needed repairs and repairing hydraulic components when necessary. Job responsibilities require thorough knowledge and considerable experience in vehicle repair and maintenance, heavy equipment repair, hydraulics, welding, and metal fabrication. Job performance is evaluated by the Chief Mechanic through review of knowledge and expertise in heavy machinery, equipment and vehicle repair and maintenance, ability to diagnose and repair equipment and/or machinery in an efficient manner, willingness to perform job assignments and level of support provided for repair shop operations.
Illustrative Examples of Work
-Performs repair work and preventive maintenance activities on fleet vehicles and heavy equipment and machinery.
-Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment malfunctions to determine needed repairs.
-Rebuilds gas and diesel engines and repairs electrical, cooling, suspension and braking components and systems.
-Repairs and/or replaces heating and air-conditioning systems and components.
-Performs minor bodywork and paints fleet vehicles and heavy equipment when necessary.
-Travels to road construction sites and other locations to perform minor repairs and/or tow damaged equipment to the shop.
-Repairs and/or rebuilds automatic and manual transmissions.
-Repairs and/or replaces drive train and steering system components.
-Inspects and repairs hydraulic devices and components on highway equipment and machinery.
-Repairs and overhauls equipment and small engines including lawn mowers and chainsaws.
-Repairs highway mowing equipment and removes and installs blades when necessary.
-Operates a variety of tools and equipment such as hand tools, jacks, chain hoists, air wrenches, grease racks, low boys, arc welders, cutting torches, drill presses, lathes, milling machines and grinders.
-Welds and fabricates metal parts and components when necessary to repair heavy equipment.
-Conducts safety and preventive maintenance inspections on fleet vehicles and heavy equipment and machinery to ensure they are in proper working order.
-Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
-Dismantles devices/parts to gain access to and remove defective parts, inspects for wear, and repairs/replaces/rebuilds parts as needed.
-Keeps the tools and equipment clean, properly stored and in good working order.
-Checks equipment to make sure required repair work was performed correctly.
-Assists in making decisions on whether to repair equipment or junk for parts.
-Cleans and maintains the shop to comply with required safety regulations and TOSHA standards.
-Performs related work as required.
Necessary Requirements of Work
Graduation from an accredited high school supplemented with additional coursework and training in auto and/or heavy equipment mechanics; considerable experience in diagnosing and performing repair work and preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles and heavy equipment; ability to weld and fabricate metals; sufficient physical strength to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions; good organizational, interpersonal and decision making skills; or any equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the following critical knowledge, abilities and skills:
-Thorough knowledge of heavy equipment mechanics including engine and drive train components, suspensions, fuel/exhaust systems, electrical systems, alignment/body work, brake systems and wheel/tire maintenance.
-Considerable knowledge of the Tennessee Department of Transportation safety rules and regulations.
-Considerable knowledge of routine preventive maintenance activities associated with road maintenance and mowing equipment.
-Considerable knowledge of hydraulic systems and components.
-Considerable knowledge of automotive heating and air conditioning systems and components.
-Knowledge of safety precautions associated with heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
-Knowledge of welding various types of metals including the use of cutting torches, arc welders, stick welders and wire welders.
-Knowledge of record keeping procedures pertaining to safety inspections, mileage logs, and inventory.
-Ability to read and interpret manuals and schematics utilized for repair work.
-Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and perform needed repairs.
-Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively with the public and co-workers.
-Ability to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions.
-Skill in the use of power tools, hand tools, and automotive diagnostic equipment.
-Skill in the use of automotive shop equipment including low boys, grease racks, hoists, drill presses, etc.
-Skill in the use of welding equipment and fabricating metal parts and components.
-Skill in the operation of motor vehicles, mowing and road maintenance equipment.
Necessary Special Requirements
-Possession of valid Tennessee Commercial Driver’s license and the ability to be insured at standard vehicle liability rates.
-Air Conditioning certification.
Physical Requirements
- This is heavy work requiring considerable static, explosive, dynamic and trunk strength and requiring the exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
- Work requires considerable flexibility, mobility, and speed of limb
- Work requires considerable effort and
- Work requires both gross body equilibrium and coordination for balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking.
- Work requires arm/ hand steadiness and manual and finger
- Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
- Hearing is required to perceive information in both quiet and noisy environments and determine the direction of sounds.
- Visual acuity is required for the inspection of small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of office equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, color differentiation, and observing general surroundings and
- The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, temperature extremes, bodily fluids, oils and lubricants, noise, and slippery surfaces.
Applications can be downloaded from here.
Please email all completed applications to humanresources@jeffersoncitytn.gov
The City of Jefferson City is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, and as such, does not discriminate against minorities and persons with disabilities.
Recreation Aide / Lifeguard
Nature of Work
This is recreational work assisting with swimming pool operations and other recreational activities located at a municipal recreation center. Activities associated with the job include greeting and assisting visitors, assisting with recreation center operations, supervising children and adults in the swimming pool area and providing general information about recreation programs and facilities. Additional activities include distributing and collecting recreational equipment and supplies, cleaning the pool and related facilities, monitoring pool chemicals and providing emergency lifesaving services to swimmers when necessary. Job responsibilities require experience working in a recreational facility, knowledge of water safety rules and lifesaving practices and techniques, sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job, general knowledge of the cleaning and maintenance requirements of large public pools and good organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skills. Job performance is evaluated by the Parks & Recreation Director through review of adherence to recreation facility rules and regulations, level of support provided for recreational activities, dependability in performing job assignments and organizational, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.
Illustrative Examples of Work
-Greets and assists visitors and patrons participating in recreation center events and activities.
-Assists with recreation center operations, issues recreational equipment, and assists with cleaning and light maintenance duties.
-Assists with enrolling program participants, receiving, recording, and accounting for fees and other charges.
-Distributes, monitors, and collects recreational and game room equipment.
-Monitors the use of the weight room and cleans and organizes as necessary.
-Rents lockers and collects and returns required deposits.
-Observes the actions of swimmers, maintains discipline, and enforces water safety and pool rules.
-Provides emergency lifesaving services to swimmers in need.
-Cleans the pool and related facilities on a regular schedule and tests pool chemicals.
-Assists with opening and closing the swimming facility and recreation center.
-Ensures that the pool and pool decks are clean and brushes and vacuums the pool when necessary.
-Notifies the appropriate personnel in the event of emergency situations, discipline
problems, malfunctioning equipment, etc.
-Explains the rules and regulations required to use the facility and/or participate in programs and activities.
-Performs related duties as required.
Necessary Requirements of Work
Graduation from an accredited high school supplemented with additional training and experience in supervising recreation activities; knowledge of recreational facilities and swimming pool operations; knowledge of water safety rules and lifesaving and first aid practices and techniques; general knowledge of cleaning and maintenance requirements for large municipal pools; sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job; good interpersonal, organizational and decision making skills; or any equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the following knowledge, abilities and skills:
-Considerable knowledge of water safety rules, lifesaving and first aid practices and techniques.
-Considerable knowledge of the maintenance and cleaning requirements of large municipal swimming pools including chemical testing and application procedures.
-Knowledge of recreational facilities operating rules and regulations.
-Knowledge of the fees and other related charges for participating in recreational activities and events.
-Knowledge of recreation center operations, equipment, and maintenance activities.
-Ability to effectively monitor and observe the activities of individuals participating in recreational activities, swimming programs and classes, etc.
-Ability to interact with participants in a professional and courteous manner.
-Ability to consistently adhere to all established policies and procedures and perform job assignments in a timely and dependable manner.
-Ability to enforce rules in a diplomatic and impartial manner.
-Skill in swimming, water rescue techniques and administering CPR and First Aid.
Necessary Special Requirements
-Possession of Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR certifications.
Physical Requirements
- This is medium to heavy work requiring the exertion of 80 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally.
- Hand and finger dexterity is required for grasping, feeling,
- Vocal communication is required for conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.
- Hearing is required to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound.
- Visual acuity is required for night vision, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
- Incumbents are subject to inside environmental conditions, cold, heat, noise, chemical hazards, and humid atmospheric conditions.
- They may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personnel protective equipment.
Applications can be downloaded from here.
Please email all completed applications to humanresources@jeffersoncitytn.gov
The City of Jefferson City is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, and as such, does not discriminate against minorities and persons with disabilities.