CITY OF DANVILLE, KENTUCKY

Human Resources Director

This position provides an excellent professional opportunity to work with a high-quality professional management team and a new City Manager.

Danville is located on the southern edge of Kentucky’s famed Bluegrass Region, 35 miles southwest of Lexington. The City covers approximately 15.09 square miles and is a thriving community of 16,690. Danville is blessed with an abundant water supply, highly efficient roads and infrastructure and a well-educated citizenry. The City is home to Centre College which was founded in 1819 and is now among the most prestigious small liberal arts colleges in America. As the County seat for Boyle County and home to the areas major governmental, healthcare, educational and retail amenities, Danville is the business hub to a five (5) county, 100,000+/- population region. Danville’s cost of living is very reasonable.

The City of Danville operates under a Commission/Manager form of government. Accordingly, the City Manager serves as the Chief Executive Officer for the City. The Human Resources Director appointed by the City Manager (with approval from the Commission) manages the human resources function under the general director of the City Manager. The Human Resources Director’s duties include: developing, implementing, and administering HR policy development and administration; recruitment, recommend selection/placement/promotion for all authorized positions, position classification and pay; employee relations programs, performance management/employee evaluation processes, and employee development. Administers, manages, supervises, and offers technical support to subordinate staff; serves on the city’s budget team. Administers workers compensation, retirement, employee benefits, and all human resources policies, procedures, and informational systems in accordance with the city’s approved personnel policies and applicable federal and state law.

Danville provides a full array of municipal services. Departments include Information Technology, Finance, Engineering (includes Public Works), Codes/ABC/Parking, City Clerk, City Attorney, Human Resources, Police (includes the 911 Center), Fire, Utilities (Water & Wastewater) and Administration. Planning & Zoning, Economic Development and Parks & Recreations services are provided through city/county appointed boards. The 2019/2020 City budget appropriation is $50,897,616 million. Danville employs approximately 150 FTE’s. For more information about Danville, visit http://www.danvilleky.gov/. The current Human Resources Director is retiring with over 28 years of service.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Organizational Management or related field (Master’s Degree preferred), with a minimum of five years of managerial experience in a human resources department or related management position required. Relevant city government experience preferred; SHRM or IPMA certification a plus. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

The beginning salary for the position is negotiable based on qualifications and experience. City benefits are excellent.

The position will remain open until filled with the first resume screening scheduled for December 20, 2019. To be considered for this highly attractive professional opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to Slavin Management Consultants at [email protected].

For more information about the position and/or the recruitment process you are invited to contact either Bob Slavin at [email protected] (770) 449-4656; or Randi Frank at Randi Frank Consulting, LLC [email protected] (203) 213-3722. Click here for detailed Profile.

The City of Danville is an AA/EOE Employer

Organization: “Town of Middlefield, CT”

Town of Middlefield, CT
Announces the Recruitment of:
Highway/Public Works Foreman

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The purposes of this position are to be responsible for the planning and organizing of the safe and efficient operation of light and heavy vehicles and power equipment on assigned projects or activities of a public services nature which may entail road and sidewalk construction and maintenance; storm water systems maintenance and construction; maintenance of town facility grounds; tree work and road side mowing, etc. An individual in this position is also expected to perform many different types of maintenance, mechanical and repair work and manual labor in addition to driving CDL vehicles. The Highway Forman is required to exercise judgment in administering and managing the Highway Department and is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction and control. Opportunity to become a Public Works Superintendent with training and good performance.

Reports to the First Selectman who is looking for a proactive member of the management team to take the department to the next level. Learn more about this charming community at their website: http://www.middlefieldct.org/about-our-town/

Essential Job Functions:

• Supervise, inspect, manage and plan all highway operations
• Assigns and trains staff.
• Prepares Department budget and monitor expenditures.
• Oversees the purchase of supplies, materials and equipment for Highway operations.
• Performs manual and machine assisted maintenance, repair and construction work of roads, sidewalks, curbs, storm water systems, catch basins and drainage ditches, etc.
• Manage snow storm response including plowing snow
• Operates large heavy equipment for such projects as catch basin repair or construction; storm water drainage repair and construction; digging ditches and laying pipe.
• Performs town facility grounds maintenances and construction.
• Is subject to call out to respond to emergencies after normal working hours.
• Oversee the maintenance of vehicles and equipment including performing basic vehicle mechanical work on heavy equipment and trucks.
• Assist with town wide events
• Performs tree trimming and removal of trees as needed
• Assists with preparing, maintaining and performing job site and work safety practices. Observes all OSHA requirements on work sites and in Highway Garage.
• Consistent on-site office and on-time attendance is essential for this position

Qualifications:

Must have a High School Diploma or GED with over 7 years of construction and heavy vehicle driving experience in a municipal operation; or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training. Must have and maintain: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with airbrakes endorsement; Tank Endorsement preferred; Must submit to CDL Drug testing regulations.

Salary & Benefits:

Salary Range is $66,000 to $76,000 depending upon qualifications and experience. A union position with great benefits including: CT Municipal Employees Retirement System (MERS) with minimal employee contribution; Comprehensive Medical Benefits (with vision coverage) through Connecticare H.S.A. with 6% contribution by employees; Life Insurance benefit of $20,000 at no cost to employee; Tuition Reimbursement encouraged for this position; uniform allowance; generous policy for vacation, sick, holiday and personal leave.

Salary & Benefits:

Open until filled with the first screening process to be on October 30, 2019. Mail or Email your resume and cover letter to the First Selectman

Edward P. Bailey, First Selectman
Town of Middlefield
393 Jackson Hill Road
PO Box 179
Middlefield, CT 06455
[email protected]

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The Brazos River Authority, TX Invites Qualified Candidates to Apply for
Engineering Services Manager

The Brazos River and its tributaries begin as a trickle in the west and gain momentum as the river heads south. By the time it reaches the Gulf of Mexico, the Brazos River basin has provided billions of gallons of water each year for cities, agriculture, industry and mining.

The Brazos River Authority (BRA) was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 as the first government entity in the United States established specifically for the purpose of developing and managing the water resources of an entire river basin.

Today, the BRA’s staff of more than 250 develop and distribute water supplies, provide water and wastewater treatment, monitor water quality, and pursue water conservation through public education programs. The BRA is entirely self-supporting; it maintains and operates reservoirs and treatment systems using revenues from the customers it serves. The BRA water supply system includes 11 reservoirs scattered across the 42,000 square mile river basin.

The Engineering Services Manager reports to the Technical Services Manager but works with all departments of the BRA. The purpose of the position is to manage various engineering projects and provide engineering expertise on BRA projects including dams, reservoirs, pipelines, pump stations, water treatment plants and waste water treatment plants and all related equipment and facilities. While the majority of engineering work performed for BRA will be through engineering consultants, the position also functions as the Engineer of Record providing direction and supervision of design work, preparation of technical specification and construction drawings for facility improvement projects, and signing and sealing same in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Texas Board of Professional Engineers on behalf of the BRA. For work designed and construction supervised by consultants, the position ensures that BRA is providing appropriate, owner focused engineering oversight of work. The position supervises 6 direct reports and about 17 indirect reports and is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the central office facility and use of all property and easements, electrical and SCADA systems, construction oversight and owner monitoring of contracts. An essential function of this position is to supervise engineers and develop engineers in training.

QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications would generally be met with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field from an accredited school with preference for a Master’s Degree along with over 10 years of engineering experience including 5 years at a manager’s level. The position requires a P.E. in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or structural engineering with a preference for experience with dams. Also required is a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Candidates will need to get a Texas P.E. and driver’s license in a reasonable time after being hired, not to exceed 1 year. Candidates should have engineering design experience with extensive experience in managing infrastructure capital improvement projects from conception to implementation by working with a team of employees, engineering consultants and contractors.

Compensation and Application Process

Open and competitive starting salary DOQ—Salary Range$97,577-$156,123 (Midpoint $126,850). Excellent Employee Benefits

If you are interested in this position and want to be considered for this great opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to Ms. Frank [email protected]  and see 10 page profile with more details about position, benefits, opportunities, etc.at www.randifrank.com.

Position open until filled with first screening August 14, 2019. More information about the BRA is available on the website: https://www.brazos.org/.

Located only two hours from New York and Boston off of interstate 84, Waterbury is a great location to live, work, learn and play. Waterbury, Connecticut, is a city that’s going places. With a highly skilled workforce, a robust infrastructure, and manufacturing companies that have re-invented themselves to adapt to the new economy. Waterbury neighborhoods are thriving with new schools. Businesses are being motivated to come to town. But the real gift to the region is the cultural flavor that remains in the neighborhoods established by early immigrants, which gives Waterbury its diverse personality, rich traditions, and highly engaged people.

The City Planner performs highly responsible, professional and administrative work. This position directs, actively manages and the leads the Planning Department which includes: Land Use, Wetlands and Zoning Enforcement. The Planner is responsible for short- and long-term planning needs of the City including the City Plan of Conservation and Development which was last updated in 2015 and will require updating by 2025. Supervises and assigns work to the three Land Use Officers who assist with development plans and permits and enforcing zoning and inland wetland regulations. Works with and provides advice to the following Boards and Commissions: City Plan Commission, Zoning Commission, Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in planning or related field from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, regional planning, urban design, public administration, business management or a closely related field, plus five years of increasingly responsible experience in comprehensive urban planning preferably with a mid-to large-sized municipality, including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility;  6 additional years of responsible planning  experience is acceptable in lieu of Masters’ degree; AICP certification preferred

Compensation and Application Process

• Open Competitive Examination for: City Planner—Salary Range $85,000-$120,000
• Excellent Fringe Benefits. This position has a Three (3) year contract provision per City Charter
• To Apply you must complete an application which can be found on the website at:
• Home Page of Human Resources— Click on City Planner for details & instructions 
• Application can be found at bottom of Human Resources Home page or with this link
• General Application                              
• Or visit Civil Service Office, Chase Municipal Building, 236 Grand St., 2^nd Floor, Rm 202 Waterbury, CT 06702 for application and notice of position.
• Applications must be submitted via mail to office above or via email at [email protected]   or fax to 203-574-8087. Copies of Degree or Transcripts and applicable Certifications must be submitted with Application
• If you have questions about the position please contact our consultant—Ms. Randi Frank at [email protected] or 203-213-3722.  See Profile on City Web Site or at www.randifrank.com

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED

First Application Screening process will be July 24-Aug 5, 2019

City of Waterbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer—E.O.E. M/F/H/V

EEOP Utilization Report available upon request

Bloomfield has become an important focus of commercial development in the Boston-New York corridor, providing business, goods, and services to north central Connecticut and beyond. Yet, Bloomfield maintains the rural beauty and charm of a New England town. Bloomfield has improved schools to promote a family friendly community along with modern apartments and efforts to improve the center of town for community activities. Located north of the capital City of Hartford with great access to interstate highways, it is less than 15 minutes away from Bradley International Airport. 

 

Bloomfield is administered under the Council-Manager form of government since first adopted in 1959 and last revised in November of 2005.  The nine-member Town Council is elected biennially for a term of two years and serves without compensation.  Minority party representation of at least three council members is guaranteed.  The Town Manager is appointed by the Council and serves as a full-time chief executive officer. The current Town Manager is retiring after 6 years (was a previous manager for neighboring community for over 30 years) and the previous Bloomfield Town Manager served for 20 years. Longevity as Town Manager is anticipated. 

 

The Town provides a full range of services to its residents.  These services include police protection; a PreK-12 public education system; a public library and golf course; the construction and maintenance of highways, streets, and infrastructure; and recreational activities and cultural events.  The Town is a member of the eight-town regional Metropolitan District Commission which provides water supply and sewerage collection and disposal. 

 

Qualifications for Town Manager   

Requirements include an undergraduate degree in public administration, business administration or a closely related field combined with at least 10 years of increasingly responsible public management experience with a preference for 5 years as a Town/City Manager (some private sector management experience will be a plus). Labor relations experience is required.  A Master’s Degree in Public or Business Administration and ICMA Credentialed Manager status are both preferred. Preference will be given to experienced town managers, assistant town managers and department heads from jurisdictions of comparable size and complexity.  

 

Compensation and Application Process 

?The starting salary for this position is negotiable depending on qualifications and experience (call for salary range) with an excellent benefits package which includes: 

• ICMA Retirement Corporation –  Plan Options
• Professional Membership
• Health Benefits&other employee benefits in accordance with management employees 

Position requires permanent residency in Town of Bloomfield if selected. 

For more information see the Town web site: www.bloomfieldct.org  and see consultant website for full profile about position. 

Bloomfield is an EOE/AA/Equal Opportunity Employer–diverse candidates are encouraged to apply 

If you meet these qualifications and wish to be considered for this position of Town Manager in the Town of Bloomfield, please email your resume and cover letter immediately to Ms. Randi Frank and/or Robert Slavin. See contact information below. Open until filled – first deadline for screening candidates is May 14, 2019 (second screening May 19). Early applications will have more time to complete questionnaire. 

 

Ms. Randi Frank, Randi Frank Consulting, LLC, 7700 Hoover Way, Louisville, KY 40219 

[email protected]   www.randifrank.com  Phone 203-213-3722 

Mr. Robert Slavin, Slavin Management Consultants, 3040 Holcomb Bridge Road  Suite A-1, Norcross, GA 30071-1357 [email protected] www.slavinweb.com Phone 770-449-4656 Fax 770-416-0848