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The City welcomes your resume. However, all applicants must
complete a City job application in order to be considered for an interview.
City of Concordia will accept applications until filled unless otherwise stated. Apply at the City of Concordia City Clerk’s Office, 701 Washington, P.O. Box 603, Concordia, KS 66901, (785) 243-2670. Reasonable accommodations are available for persons needing assistance. Requests for accommodations should be made at the time of application. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
The City of Concordia is currently accepting applications for the following positions:
POLICE OFFICER
Full job description
Looking for a rewarding career in law enforcement and have a positive impact on your community? Join the Concordia Police Department, where you can serve and protect nearly 5300 citizens. Officers perform general duty police work consisting of patrol work on an assigned shift, preliminary investigation, and miscellaneous duties. Excellent benefits package including KP&F retirement and 100% paid health insurance for the employee.
Requirements: Be at least 21 years of age, a U.S. citizen, possess a valid Kansas driver’s license, high school diploma or GED, be able to pass a background check, reside in or within 20 miles of Concordia, and successfully complete all steps in the hiring process. Certified officers are encouraged to apply.
FIREFIGHTER/EMT
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The Concordia Fire Department is seeking to fill the position of full-time Firefighter/EMT, or Paramedic. This position performs specialized work in the prevention and suppression of fires and provides life-saving services to the sick and injured.
Starting wage $14.55 per hour, negotiable with experience. Wage is based on 2756 hours per year. Employee will receive step increases upon certification as AEMT or Paramedic. Employee will work nine 24-hour shifts per month, with a rotation of ten shift months. Requirements: Be at least 18 years of age, equivalent of a high school diploma, no criminal convictions, and background check. The City of Concordia will train, but current certifications will be given preference.
Excellent benefits package including KP&F retirement and 100% paid health insurance for the employee.
Contact Eric at firechief@concordiaks.org with any questions.
LAB TECH- WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT
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The City of Concordia Utility Department is seeking to fill the position of full-time Lab Tech. Some essential duties of this challenging position include operating and maintaining equipment at the treatment plant and collecting wastewater and biosolids samples for daily lab reports and analysis.
Minimum requirements: Possess, or be able to obtain a valid Class C Kansas Drivers License and valid Commercial Drives License; the ability to possess KDHE Wastewater Treatment Facility Operator Certification at the Class III Level required within two (2) years of employment.
The City offers excellent benefits with fully paid health insurance for the employee, retirement with the state KPERS retirement system, and more. Starting base pay is $16.47 an hour.
MUNICIPAL SERVICE WORKER/OPERATOR - PUBLIC WORKS
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Assist in the maintenance or construction of streets, alleys, storm sewers and traffic control devices, operate dump trucks and snow plow equipment, perform manual labor on projects and maintenance duties, may assist maintenance technician on repairs to department vehicles and equipment. Operates other equipment as needed. Possess or be able to obtain a valid Commercial Drivers License within one (1) year, and have an established personal driving history that is acceptable for coverage by the City’s insurance carrier. Physical agility and drug screening tests will follow all conditional offers of employment.
Excellent benefits, including 100% paid health insurance for the employee. Physical agility and drug screening tests will follow all conditional offers of employment.
RESERVE FIREFIGHTER OR EMT
Firefighter: Under supervision, the Reserve Firefighter performs specialized work in the prevention and suppression of fires, as well as operating and maintaining fire department equipment and apparatus. Essential Functions: Respond to fire alarms; Make forcible entry into buildings when necessary; Combat fires; Operate a variety of hand tools and equipment including power saws, hydraulic equipment, generators, fans, ladders etc.; Maintain and clean fire station, vehicles and equipment; Drives and operates fire department vehicles and equipment; Assist in inspections, prevention, and public education activities; Attend drills and classes for firefighters; Promote a professional image to co-workers and the public; Required to work twelve voluntary hours a month with on shift crew. Full Description
EMT: Under supervision, the Reserve EMT performs specialized work in providing life saving services (EMS). EMT duties include responding with the ambulance to emergency calls. Duties follow prescribed policies and procedures, but independent judgment maybe required in certain circumstances. Essential Functions: Respond to ambulance calls; Make forcible entry into buildings when necessary; Assist in rescue operations involving vehicle accidents and implement correct medical procedures to the sick and injured; Drive and operate vehicles and a variety of equipment; Perform maintenance work in the upkeep of station equipment and facilities; Assist in public education activities; Complete appropriate records and reports; Attend drills and classes for emergency medical services; Promote a professional image to co-workers and the public. Full Description
