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Job Title: Assistant Director of Civic Facilities

Department: Civic Center

Salary: $65.125.74 - $84,989.09

Type: Full-Time Internal Promotion

Notes: Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed. Valid VA Driver's license required.

General Definition and Conditions of Work: Performs difficult professional work assisting in planning, coordinating, and directing civic center and stadium operations, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Civic Facilities. Departmental supervision is exercised over all personnel within the department. This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing and speaking or hearing, frequently requires walking, sitting and using hands to finger, handle or feel and occasionally requires climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Solicits and secures national and regional events for the Salem Civic Center and other city facilities. Performs strategic and logistical planning and scheduling for events; manages a variety of creative, design, layout, set-up, installation issues, and operations related to events. Coordinates promotion, advertising, publicity, mailing, and related activities. Manages events and performs settlements of all events with promoters/lessees; manages the checking account for the civic center. Completes financial spreads for accounting of each ticketed event including admission tax and facility fees. Assists with the recruitment and selection of department personnel; assigns, directs, trains, and inspects the work of staff; rewards, disciplines, coaches, counsels, and evaluates staff performance; assists with the development staff schedules; recommends transfers, promotions, suspensions, terminations, and demotions. Assists in planning, coordinating, directing, and maintaining daily civic center, catering, and stadium operations. Assists customers, general public, media, and facility lessees with questions, concerns, and information needs. Assists with the preparation of payroll and oversees employee records; prepares a variety of reports and correspondence. Maintains liaison, contacts, and effective relationships with contractors, lessees, concessionaires, etc.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of practices, methods, and techniques for managing a civic center, stadium, or related facility; thorough knowledge of promotional services and contractual procedures for a broad range of programs, events, and activities; thorough knowledge of business management and accounting practices and procedures; ability to market facility and services; ability to develop, review, and analyze complex plans, contracts, and agreements; ability to make arithmetic computations; ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinate employees; ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with promoters, agents, tour managers, record labels, business owners, artists, and the general public. This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing and speaking or hearing, frequently requires walking, sitting and using hands to finger, handle or feel and occasionally requires climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree with coursework in business administration, or related field and extensive experience in event management, basic accounting, and managing a civic facility, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements: Completion of Public Assembly Facility Management School desirable. Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Job code: AsstDirCF

Posted on: Oct 16, 2018

Closes on: October 22, 2018

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Job Title: Civic Center Operations Worker

Department: Civic Center

Salary: $27,174.70 - $35,462.98

Type: Full-Time

Notes: Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed. Valid VA Driver's license required.

General Definition and Conditions of Work: Performs intermediate semiskilled work setting up, tearing down, cleaning, and maintaining civic facilities and equipment for sporting events, shows, and other activities, assisting staff and the general public, operating equipment, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Civic Center Operations Supervisor. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Sets up and tears down facilities for sports events, shows, and other activities; sets up, takes down, modifies, and arranges special seating, scaffolding, press boxes, stages, floors, and tables as required. Performs set-up, repair, and maintenance on a variety of equipment including score boards, lighting, and public address systems. Cleans and maintains facility and grounds; prepares and maintains sports facilities and fields as required. Assists catering, security, and event staff during events; assists the general public as needed. Operates equipment including forklifts, scissor lifts, loaders, floor machines, buffers, lawn mowers, and other equipment as needed. Loads, transports, and unloads various materials, equipment, and supplies to a variety of locations and facilities. Assists with snow and ice removal

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Some knowledge of building set up and arrangements; general knowledge of the operation of HVAC and electrical systems; general knowledge of the safe use, operation, and preventive maintenance of the assigned equipment; general knowledge in reading and interpreting diagrams and schematics; skill in the use of assigned equipment; ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, promotors, government officials, associates, and the general public

Education and Experience: Less than high school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements: Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia. This work requires the regular exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of over 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing, walking, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions, frequently requires climbing or balancing and occasionally requires sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and tasting or smelling; work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception, color perception, night vision and peripheral vision; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work frequently requires exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and occasionally requires working near moving mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to the risk of electrical shock, exposure to vibration and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Job code: CCOpsWrkr

Posted on: Oct 16, 2018

Closes on: Open until filled - * 2 VACANCIES*

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Job Title: Insurance Fraud Prosecutor

Department: Commonwealth's Attorney

Salary: $68,000.00 - $77,000.00

Type: Full-Time

Notes: As per job description

General Definition and Conditions of Work: The Office of the City of Salem Commonwealth’s Attorney in a joint effort with the Office of the City of Roanoke Commonwealth’s Attorney is looking for an experienced Insurance Fraud Prosecutor to join our office. This is a State Police funded Grant Position with the prosecutor splitting time between the City of Salem and the City of Roanoke, as well as assisting other prosecutors in the State Police 6th Division.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Serving as a major point of contact between the Commonwealths Attorney’s Office and the Virginia State Police BCI on insurance-fraud investigations and cases. Advising BCI Special Agents regarding the institution and conduct of insurance-fraud investigations. Communicating with victims of insurance fraud about the status of open prosecutions. Screening requests for indictment from BCI Special Agents for the presentation to a grand jury, for further review, or for closing with no action. Evaluating cases and making plea offers consistent with justice and with the office’s bright-line plea-agreement polices. Preparing victims and witnesses for testimony at trial and sentencing hearings. Appearing in Circuit Court and General District Court for pretrial motions, bench trial, jury trials, and sentencing hearings. Writing pleadings for pre-trial, post-trial, and appellate motions practice. Documenting hours and cases to show compliance with the requirements of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor position. Documenting completed internal case files for the benefit of future prosecutions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: The ideal applicant is an established criminal prosecutor with a minimum of 4 years of public service with particular experience in handling insurance fraud and other white-collar criminal cases pursuant to a grant from the Virginia State Police. The applicant should be capable of working collaboratively with Special Agents of the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations (BCI), including advising Special Agents in the development and completion of investigations. Prior Virginia or federal fraud prosecution/investigation experience and at least five prior jury trials preferred.

Education and Experience: Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.

Special Requirements: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. College-level coursework in business, accounting, or finance; prior financial-crime law-enforcement experience software a plus.

Job code: InsFraPros

Posted on: Oct 9, 2018

Closes on: October 22, 2018

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Job Title: Probation Officer

Department: Court Community Corrections - VASAP

Salary: $32,656.00 - $42,827.20

Type: Full-Time

Notes: Previous experience working in VASAP preferred. At least 2 years previous experience required working in probation or the court systems. Requires Bachelors degree in related field.

General Definition and Conditions of Work: To provide probation supervision and assessment services to offenders referred by the courts to ensure their compliance with the conditions of probation imposed by the court.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: 1. Employ approved interview techniques and assessment procedures necessary to determine an offenders probable substance abuse problem. 2. Accurately review motor vehicle and criminal records, medical records, treatment reports and social histories. 3. Determine probable substance abuse behavior patterns. 4. Apply approved classification tools to determine levels of appropriate mental health, psychological, or substance abuse intervention, including approved risk assessment tools. 5. Effectively supervise and monitor offender progress completing required intervention. 6. Complete required breath testing and urine screening. 7. Prepare and compose written reports for the courts concerning the probationer’s progress. 8. Maintain orderly files and case records. 9. Be competent in current computerized programs to track offenders. 10. Prepare special reports for the courts as requested. 11. Be effective in handling and controlling problem individuals. 12. Be effective in working with people individually. 13. Be effective in working with people in group settings. 14. Collaborate with worksites to monitor community service. 15. Such other duties as may be assigned by the Director.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Some knowledge of basic interview techniques. Knowledge of the personal and social dynamics of substance abuse. Knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer programs (Windows; Microsoft Word) and computer-based data entry modules. Basic familiarity with the criminal justice process. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in office settings.

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, or related field.

Special Requirements: None

Job code: POFF99

Posted on: Oct 16, 2018

Closes on: October 29, 2018

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Job Title: Recreation Program Supervisor II - Moyer Sports Complex

Department: Parks and Recreation

Salary: $40,860.69 -$53,323.21

Type: Full-Time

Notes: Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in athletic facility management, sports turf, irrigation system and running National Tournament and events. Position requires a 4 year degree from and accredited college or university.

General Definition and Conditions of Work: Performs difficult skilled human support work planning, developing, implementing, coordinating, and supervising specialized recreational activities and/or programs, overseeing facility operations, scheduling programs and events, registering participants, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Parks & Recreation Superintendent. Continuous supervision is exercised over all personnel within the team.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Supervises the daily functions and staff of assigned athletic fields, recreation centers, and/or facilities; oversees the opening, closing, and securing of facilities. Plans, implements, coordinates, and oversees specialized recreation and cultural activities including senior programs, athletic leagues, community activities, summer camps, trips, classes, etc.; plans and coordinates special events. Evaluates leisure and recreation needs of citizens; develops and implements of sports and recreation programs to meet needs. Assists in answering phones and greeting visitors; responds to inquiries; refers visitors to other agencies; registers participants for sports, events, etc. Manages long and short-range maintenance plans for facilities and athletic fields; inspects and reports maintenance needs; participates in the daily maintenance of athletic fields and facilities; identifies future projects for facilities and other capital projects. Schedules and reschedules sports games, practices, classes, and activities; notifies staff and participants of schedule changes. Assists in the recruitment and selection of volunteers and program staff; recommends candidates for hire and conducts background checks; assigns, directs, trains, and inspects the work of assigned staff; issues materials and equipment; evaluates staff performance; develops staff schedules, manages time sheets, and processes payroll. Receives, receipts, and accounts for various program revenues; prepares and makes bank deposits; updates class fees and charges; establishes new fees and charges as necessary; analyzes financial information to ensure all operations are within budget. Oversees and manages marketing and promotion of events and activities; manages City website and social media accounts; prepares, issues, and maintains a variety of fliers, news releases, brochures, and publications of events and activities and does other public relations work on a routine and special basis; develops and sells sponsorship packages; submits advertisements in magazines and newspapers; posts events on local calendars. Inspects work environment, projects, equipment, work orders, daily maintenance, and supplies to ensure that jobs are completed efficiently; reviews and approves inspection reports; prepares, stores, and organizes equipment/inventory.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the principles, rules, techniques, materials, and equipment required for a variety of sports and recreational activities; thorough knowledge of the rules and equipment of the sport, activity, or craft to which assigned; thorough knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of public recreation; thorough knowledge of the methods involved in organizing, conducting, promoting, and supervising recreation activities; some knowledge of public relations and media techniques; some knowledge of first aid practices and techniques; ability to instruct participants and adhere to program standards and objectives; ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public; ability to establish and maintain e

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree with coursework in recreation, leisure studies, sports management, or related field and moderate experience in organized recreational programs, maintenance of recreational facilities and equipment, managing group activities, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements: Obtain CPR certification within six months of hire. Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Job code: RecProSup2

Posted on: Oct 9, 2018

Closes on: October 29, 2018

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Job Title: Sports Official

Department: Parks and Recreation

Salary: Range - Ages 6-12 years $17.00 per game, Junior Boys-Shag Girls-Senior League $20.00 per game

Type: Part-Time

Notes: Must be at least 16 years old.

General Definition and Conditions of Work: Must be dependable, with strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of the sport officiating. On-field/court experience officiating and/or NSA, ASA, USSSA certification preferred.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Officiates adult and youth sports including baseball, softball, basketball, football, and volleyball.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: None

Education and Experience: None

Special Requirements: Must be 16 years of age or older. Ability to work on an on-call basis preferred. May work some weekends.

Job code: 999SO

Posted on: Jul 12, 2011

Closes on: Open

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Job Title: Police Officer

Department: Police

Salary: $36,365.87 - $47,457.46

Type: Full-Time

Notes:

General Definition and Conditions of Work: Performs protective service work involving a variety of general or support duty police assignments; does related work as required. Much of the work is performed under emergency conditions and frequently involves considerable personal hazard. Work is performed under the immediate supervision of a field training officer or the regular supervision of a Police Sergeant. Requires the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, night vision, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, and noise. The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Ensures safety of public; enforces laws; investigates criminal activity; gathers and processes evidence; testifies in Court; prepares and maintains records, files and reports. On an assigned shift, operates a patrol or other vehicle, or walks, to observe for violations of traffic or other laws, suspicious activities or persons and disturbances of law and order; Responds to radio dispatches and answers calls and complaints; enforces traffic laws; issues citations for violations; Serves warrants, summonses and makes arrests, maintains warrant records, testifies in court; Investigates traffic accidents; controls scene and files reports; Provides police escorts, directs traffic; performs residential and commercial checks; assists fire and emergency services, citizens and other City departments; handles animal complaints, mail, delivery, and bank deposits as required; Fills out arrest records, fingerprints, photographs, etc.; performs prisoner security and transportation functions; Reports unsafe conditions existing in street or other public facilities; opens and closes facilities as required; Assists with criminal investigations, stakeouts, installation and use of surveillance equipment; interviews victims and witnesses; performs property and evidence duties; establishes and maintains chain of custody; Prepares detailed reports on activities and assignments; Participates in a variety of in-service training programs, certifications and re-certifications May be assigned to special programs or services such as ERT or DARE liaison to community groups; Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: General knowledge of police methods, practices and procedures; general knowledge of the geography of the City and location of important buildings; some knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Police Department; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear comprehensive reports; ability to deal courteously, firmly and tactfully with the public; ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action with due regard to hazards and circumstances; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other law enforcement officials and general public; skill in the use of firearms and the operation of a motor vehicle.

Education and Experience: High school diploma (or GED) is required. Two years of college, or an Associates degree, and some military (especially military police) experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience, is preferred.

Special Requirements: A driver\\\'s license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Virginia Police Officer certification after graduation from basic law enforcement academy is required. Must meet and maintain all department, State and federal certification, training and education requirements for position.

Job code: 921

Posted on: Jul 24, 2011

Closes on: Open

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Job Title: Laborer

Department: Streets and General Maintenance

Salary: $10.50 per hour

Type: Temporary

Notes: ** 10 Vacancies ** - Must be able to pass drug screening and criminal background check.

General Definition and Conditions of Work: Performs responsible unskilled work in a variety of installation, maintenance and repair projects; occasionally operates nonspecialized equipment in connection with manual tasks; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and 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 use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arms length, operation of machines, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and wearing a respirator. The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Assisting with installation, maintenance and repair projects; operating nonspecialized equipment. Loads and unloads gravel, dirt, timber, chemicals and other materials, tools and equipment; Cuts grass and trees, rakes leaves; Digs trenches and ditches, assists in installing pipes, cleans catch basins, manholes and sewer lines; Performs various grounds and athletic facility maintenance duties; Picks up paper and debris on public property and streets; Assists with snow and ice removal; Performs various street maintenance duties such as cleaning gutters, raking and spreading asphalt and patching holes; Assists in the repair, installation and maintenance of water and sewer lines and related facilities; Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Some knowledge of the safe use, operation and preventive maintenance of the equipment to which assigned; skill in the use of hand tools and equipment to which assigned; ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the tenth grade.

Special Requirements: None

Job code: 410

Posted on: Mar 15, 2018

Closes on: Open thru Summer

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Job Title: Laborer

Department: Streets and General Maintenance/Sanitation Division

Salary: $10.50 per hour

Type: Temporary

Notes: ** 2 Vacancies ** Must be able to pass drug screen and criminal background check.

General Definition and Conditions of Work: Performs responsible unskilled work in a variety of installation, maintenance and repair projects; occasionally operates nonspecialized equipment in connection with manual tasks; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and 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 use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arms length, operation of machines, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and wearing a respirator. The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Assisting with installation, maintenance and repair projects; operating nonspecialized equipment. Loads and unloads gravel, dirt, timber, chemicals and other materials, tools and equipment; Cuts grass and trees, rakes leaves; Digs trenches and ditches, assists in installing pipes, cleans catch basins, manholes and sewer lines; Performs various grounds and athletic facility maintenance duties; Picks up paper and debris on public property and streets; Assists with snow and ice removal; Performs various street maintenance duties such as cleaning gutters, raking and spreading asphalt and patching holes; Assists in the repair, installation and maintenance of water and sewer lines and related facilities; Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Some knowledge of the safe use, operation and preventive maintenance of the equipment to which assigned; skill in the use of hand tools and equipment to which assigned; ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the tenth grade.

Special Requirements: None

Job code: 410

Posted on: Sep 4, 2018

Closes on: Open thru Summer

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Job Title: Water Treatment Plant Operator

Department: Water and Sewer

Salary: $27,174.70 - $47,457.46

Type: Full-Time

Notes: As per job description. Successful candidate will possess a VA Class III WTPO license or higher. WTPO Trainee position will be considered.

General Definition and Conditions of Work: Class I: Performs intermediate technical work operating a water treatment plant, taking samples, performing routine tests, ensuring proper plant operation, maintaining records and files, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Chief WTP Operator. Limited supervision is exercised over assigned personnel. Class II & III: Limited supervision is not required. Trainee: Will be in training capacity. All Classes & Trainee: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling, pushing or pulling and repetitive motions, frequently requires standing, walking, climbing or balancing and lifting and occasionally requires stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arms length, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to outdoor weather conditions, frequently requires exposure to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to vibration and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus and occasionally requires working in high, precarious places, exposure to the risk of electrical shock and exposure to blood-borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Class I: Assists in the management and operation of the water treatment plant; monitors SCADA system; makes changes in plant processes as necessary to improve plant efficiency based on water conditions for optimal water quality. Class II, III & Trainee: Management is not required. Class I: Prepares and maintains State Health department reports. Class II, III & Trainee: Assist only in the preparation and maintenance of State Health Department Records. All Classes & Trainee: Collects samples for testing; performs lab tests and records results relating to plant operations. Checks all plant equipment and biological and chemical systems for proper operation and takes necessary corrective actions; regulates flow of treatment chemicals and adjusts chemicals as needed to meet treatment goals; backwashes filters. Replaces chlorine cylinders; fills chemical tanks; unloads and stocks chemical deliveries. Receives and responds to phone calls pertaining to the water and sewer department. Performs general custodial and grounds maintenance tasks; monitors security system and admits people on to the property; inspects fire extinguishers and SCBA equipment. Reads SCADA, meters, gauges and dials and keeps logs of readings Class I Only: Instructs and trains lower certified and trainee operators and assists them in preparation for advancement examinations. Participates in a variety of in-service training programs, certifications, and re-certifications as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Class I: Thorough knowledge of water treatment plant principles and operating practices; thorough knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of a water treatment plant; thorough knowledge of the equipment and methods used in water treatment operations; general knowledge of the occupational hazards connected with water plant operations and related activities and of necessary safety precautions; ability to detect flaws in the operation of equipment and to determine proper remedial measures; ability to adjust pumps, chemical feed machines, and other plant equipment; ability to take accurate readings and to keep routine records and reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, State agencies, and the general public. Class II & III: Shall have general knowledge. Trainee: Shall have some knowledge.

Education and Experience: Class I, II & III: Associates/Technical degree with coursework in water treatment, one of the physical sciences, or related field and considerable experience in water treatment plant operations, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Trainee: High School diploma (or GED) which should have included or been supplemented by coursework in science and algebra.

Special Requirements: Possession of a Class III Waterworks Operator license upon hire. Applications for the Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee will be considered. Valid drivers license in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Class I Only: Possession of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) certification and completion of respiratory training upon hire. Completion of 20 continuing education credits within 2 years. Licensure time requirements shall be as follows: (1) Waterworks Operator Trainee Requirements - An individual will be required to obtain a VA Class III Waterworks Operator License within 18 months (1.5 years) of hire. (2) VA Class III Waterworks Operator License Requirements - An individual will be required to obtain a VA Class II Waterworks Operator License within 30 months (2.5 years) of hire. (3) VA Class II Waterworks Operator License Requirements - An individual will be required to obtain a VA Class I Waterworks Operator License within 54 months (4.5 years) of hire. (4) VA Class I Waterworks Operator License Requirements - Maintain Class I license per DPOR requirements. All Classes: It shall be each Operators responsibility to maintain continuing professional education (CPE) contact hours as required by DPOR. Loss of license could be grounds for dismissal.

Job code: WTPO

Posted on: Oct 3, 2018

Closes on: October 22, 2018