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Indianola (Iowa) Municipal Utilities is accepting applications for the position of Apprentice Line Mechanic in the Electric Department. This position’s responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: Construction and maintenance of overhead and underground electric distribution systems; Sets poles, lays cable, and installs wire, installs and repairs transformers and installs primary and secondary conductors; Troubleshoots faulty circuits and transformers; trims trees as required; ability to use electrical test equipment; Operates a high lift bucket truck, digger derrick, trencher, dump truck, skid loader, back hoe, mini excavator and vac machine; Available for 24-hour emergency on-call rotation. Requirements include high school graduation, experience working with secondary and high voltage electric circuits and/or post-secondary electric training preferred, but not required. Additional consideration may be given to those who have completed a DOL Line Mechanic Program, ability to obtain a Class A with air brake endorsement commercial driver’s license issued by the State of Iowa within 60 days of hire, understanding of basic electrical theory including working voltages of 120V to 480V Secondary Y & Delta and 2,400V to 69,000V Primaries Y & Delta, math abilities to support reporting, metering and calculations of amps, volts, watts, and other electrical formulas, required to complete IMU’s Apprenticeship Program. IMU starting salary is $54,990 and an excellent benefits package is included. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer physical, physical capacity test, drug and alcohol screening and background check. To apply, please submit 1) your letter of interest, 2) your resume with salary history and 3) application with three professional references to: Chris Longer IMU Finance & HR Director PO Box 356 Indianola, Iowa 50125 (clonger@indianolaiowa.gov). A full job description and application are available at www.indianola.com/careers/ Applications are being accepted until the position is filled. Posted 1/27/21.

The City of Loup City, Neb., is accepting applications for the position of utility/maintenance worker. Applicants will need to have a high school diploma or equivalent. They must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Successful candidate will be required to live within a reasonable distance from city limits and will be required to complete and pass the necessary tests for water, sewer certifications in a timely manner. Some experience is preferred.  Work duties will be labor intensive which can include, but not limited to testing, repair and maintenance of the municipal streets, water and sewer systems. Other duties include snow removal, heavy lifting, light construction, heavy equipment operator, general labor and upkeep of City owned properties and equipment will be expected. Salary to commensurate with experience. Drug testing required. The City of Loup City offers competitive benefits which include 100 percent of employee health insurance paid and 70 percent of family health insurance paid. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. Job descriptions and applications are available at the City Office 134 South 8th St. Phone: (308) 745-0222. The City of Loup City is an equal opportunity and a veteran’s preference employer. Posted 7/14/21.

The City of Denver, Iowa (pop. 1,780) has a full-time position journeyman lineman. Pay is  $38.50/hour-$43.50/hour. Normal work hours are 7:30 a.m.-noon and 12:30-4 p.m. with rotating on-call schedule. Performs work required in the construction and repair of 60 percent electric overhead and 40 percent underground distribution system. Minimum qualifications Journeyman Lineman Certification and Iowa Class A C.D.L. with air brake endorsement. Pre-employment physical, Drug screen and background check is required.  Submit cover letter, resume, salary history to City of Denver, 100 Washington St, Denver, IA 50622.  Position will remain open until filled. Any questions phone (319) 984-5642. Posted 6/29/21.

The City of Fort Morgan, Colo., has an opening for a city treasurer. Under administrative direction of the city manager, the city treasurer directs and supervises the overall operation of the Finance and Utility Billing Departments, including payroll, receivables and payables, customer service operations, the utility billing/meter procedures; monitors cash flow and directs the receipts, deposits, and investments of all city monies. Addresses complaints and resolves accounting and finance issues. Manages preparation of department budgets, bonds, statements, and reports on the financial affairs to City Council and the city manager. Monitors expenditures and budget condition.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Consults with the city manager regarding financial policies.
• Invests funds pursuant to local, state, and federal laws.
• Supervises the planning, organizing and maintenance of central accounting systems, including general ledger, posting of revenues and expenditures, accounting controls, annual operating and capital budgets, investments, and bonded debt program.
• Monitors cash flow and directs receipts, deposits, and investments of all City monies, together with records thereof.
• Interviews, hires, and trains employees; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance, and rewards or disciplines employees.
• Directs preparation of the periodic financial statements, including statements of position, operations, budget-to-actual reports, and other reports.
• Oversees the maintenance of capital asset inventory and depreciation schedules.
• Assists the city manager and all department heads in preparation of the annual operating and long-range capital budgets.
• Directs preparation of revenues, expenditures, debt, costs and other statements, and monitors expenditures and budget condition.
• Oversees the administration of accounts payable, including payroll and accounts  receivable.
• Coordinates with independent auditors on the annual City audit.
• Coordinates pension and insurance programs with Human Resources.
• Consults with and advises legislative and administrative officials on the financial condition of the City, and makes recommendations for specific courses of action.
• Coordinates management and accounting informational needs; establishes accounting technology priorities and follows up.
• Attends required City Council meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directs and supervises the overall operation of the Finance, Inventory Control and Utility Billing Departments. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance and rewarding/disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting and/or related field required and a minimum of 10 years of municipal or governmental accounting experience preferred.
• Master’s degree in accounting or business-related field preferred.

Licenses and/or Certifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) may be considered based on experience.
• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Ability to be personally bonded.

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ten years of supervisory experience. Supervision of multiple employees and sub-departments preferred.
• Experience with in-house payroll and electronic time keeping applications.
• Strong background in Microsoft programs and other computer applications.
• Experience with governmental accounting software, Caselle accounting software  system preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of general and municipal governmental GAAP and GASB accounting principles and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of municipal finance.
• Thorough knowledge of the approved principles and standard practices of budgetary and accounting, treasury management, revenue administration, purchasing and budgeting.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive financial reports in complete, accurate and timely manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, and the public. Must be able to respond 24/7 to disaster relief operations, as required in the City‘s Emergency Operations Plan & Crisis Action Guide.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is frequently required to use his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and to reach with his/her hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Salary range is $86,314-$107,944 with excellent benefits. For an application, go to www.cityoffortmorgan.com and click on the “Employment” link. Application deadline is June 27, 2021. Posted 6/15/21.

The City of Wakefield, Neb., is seeking applications for the position of city administrator. Wakefield (pop. 1,400) is located in Northeast Nebraska in the southernmost area of Dixon County. The City is served by Highway 35 which is the main route between South Sioux City (35 miles) and Norfolk (45 miles). Wakefield is a diverse community with an excellent school system, good health care facilities, cultural and recreational opportunities, home to Michael Foods, Inc., and proclaimed as the Baseball Capital of Nebraska. The City is committed to maintaining, updating and expanding municipal infrastructure as part of providing quality facilities and services to its diverse businesses and citizens. The city administrator will be responsible for the overall coordination of activities among the government departments. 

Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field; a minimum of four years of municipal government experience as a city administrator, assistant city administrator or similar executive level position would be a plus. Applicants must be familiar with federal, state, and local agencies and jurisdictions and the corresponding programs, regulation, and requirements of each.  Strong skills in financial management, strategic planning, human resource management, public relations, team building, written and verbal communication, policy development, organization and multi-tasking are essential.

The position of city administrator is a full-time, exempt position that includes employee benefits. Competitive salary is based on qualifications and experience. Additional certifications, skills, and/or experience in areas such as economic development or public works electrical specialties are a plus. Qualified and interested applicants should submit a letter of application, resume, three verifiable references, salary history, and other support items to: Mayor Paul Eaton, City of Wakefield, 407 Main Street, Wakefield, NE  68784. Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position remains open until filled. Posted 6/15/21.

The City of Gering, Neb., a full-service city including electric utility, city-owned convention center, golf course, RV Park, Landfill, is seeking a city treasurer/finance director. Job description: Prepares monthly and annual financial statements, prepares for annual audit including audit schedules, prepares the City's budget document. Strong emphasis on accounting software/computerized accounting knowledge and developing financial plans. Directly supervises three utility billing and accounting staff. Desire bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business and four years of experience of progressively responsible financial employment. CPA, CMA, CGFM Certification and Municipal Government experience preferred. A full job description and application can be obtained at the City of Gering Administrative Offices or on the City of Gering website www.gering.org. Submit application, resume and references in a sealed envelope marked "City Treasurer/Finance Director applicant" to Tammy Cooley, Human Resources Director, P.O. Box 687 Gering, NE 69341 or deliver to City of Gering Administrative Offices at 1025 P Street, Gering, NE by July 16, 2021. Please direct questions to Tammy Cooley at (308) 436-5096. EOE. Posted 6/8/21.

City of David City, Neb., is currently accepting applications for the position of Lineworker 1. Examples of work: Participates in construction, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical distribution lines; sets poles, strings wire and hangs or installs transformers, lightning arresters, cutouts, cross arms and insulators and related components; performs lineman tasks in constructing 2,400 to 13,800-volt lines; and stand a regularly scheduled standby watch. Must have a valid Nebraska CDL driver’s license. Wages are determined by employee pay scale. Full benefits within six months of hire date. Application and job description forms may be obtained from the City Office at 557 N. 4th Street, P.O. Box 191, David City, NE 68632. Phone: (402) 367-3135. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Posted 6/8/2021.

The City of Wahoo is hiring a Water/Wastewater Worker IV. This position is responsible for assisting with various semi-skilled maintenance activities for the City's wastewater collection and treatment systems. Also responsible for assisting with the City's water production and distribution system as needed. 

A qualified applicant must have a high school diploma or GED, must possess a valid driver's license, and must be able to report to the work site within a 15-minute response time in normal weather conditions,  Upon offer of employment, the candidate may be asked to obtain their CDL, a State of NE Grade IV Water Certification, and a State of Nebraska Class 1 Wastewater Operator Certification. This position is slotted in Pay Grade F with a starting pay of $19.22 per hour.

Interested applicants should submit a job application (link below), a letter of interest and a resume if desired to:  (Please indicate position applying for on application)
    Attn: HR Coordinator
    605 North Broadway
    Wahoo, NE  68066
    or via email to: baker@wahoo.ne.us

An offer of employment will be contingent on compliance with drug/alcohol testing and will be subject to random drug/alcohol testing throughout the term of employment.

This job will remain open until filled. First round of applications will be reviewed on June 23, 2021. Posted 6/7/2021.

Carlisle Municipal Electric is a well-established, municipally-owned electric company with new equipment, experienced employees, limited overhead power lines, and reliable distribution causing few unscheduled outages. Duties for the Electric Laborer position include operating and maintaining an overhead and underground electric distribution system. Radio reading and servicing meters, substation inspection and maintenance, operating construction equipment. Class (A) CDL driver’s license needed. Salary DOQ. EOE. Send resume to City of Carlisle, P.O. Box 430, Carlisle, Iowa 50047 or cmeu@carlisleiowa.org. For more information please contact Don Miller at (515) 989-0840, or Deven Markley at (515)-989-3224. 5/4/21. 

The City of Yuma, Colo., Electric Department has an immediate opening for an Apprentice Lineman. Compensation starts at $30.50 per hour with a competitive benefits package. The City of Yuma (pop. 3,524) is located about 150 miles northeast of the Denver metro area. Under the direction of the Electrical Superintendent and/or Journeyman Lineman, the Electric Apprentice is responsible for the operation, maintenance and construction of the electrical substation and distribution system; including overhead and underground. Candidates must also possess or be able to obtain Class A CDL license and be insurable under the City’s insurance policy. Pre-employment requirements will include a criminal background check and drug screen. A City employment application is required. The City of Yuma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information or to receive an application, contact John Prettyman, Electrical Superintendent, at 970-848-3878 ext. 2112, via email at j.prettyman@yumacolo.org, or by U.S. mail at City of Yuma, PO Box 265, 320 South Main Street, Yuma, CO 80759. Position will stay open until filled. Posted 5/4/21. 

The City of Yuma, Colo., Electric Department has an immediate opening for a Journeyman Lineman. Compensation starts at $38.12 hourly. The City of Yuma (pop. 3,524) is located about 150 miles northeast of the Denver metro area. Under the direction of the Electric Superintendent, the Journeyman Lineman is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and construction of a 7,200/12,470 distribution system; including overhead and underground. The successful candidate will have completed an accredited Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship program, obtained a Journeyman’s License, and have at least three years of increasingly responsible experience in an electric utility. Candidates must also possess or be able to obtain Class A CDL license and be insurable under the City’s insurance policy. The position will be required to take on-call rotation. Pre-employment requirements will include a written skills test, criminal background check, and drug and alcohol screening. A City employment application is required. The City of Yuma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information or to receive an application, contact Scott Moore, City Manager, or John Prettyman, Electrical Superintendent at (970) 848-3878 ext. 2112, email at j.prettyman@yumacolo.org, or by U.S. mail at City of Yuma, P.O. Box 265, 320 South Main Street, Yuma CO 80759. The position will remain open until filled. Posted 5/4/21. 

The City of Denver, Iowa (pop. 1,780) full-time position ($38.50/hour-$43.50/hour). Normal work hours 7:30 a.m.-Noon 12:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m. with rotating on-call schedule. Performs work required in the construction and repair of electric overhead and underground distribution system. Position will be cross trained with other public works operations. Minimum qualifications: U.S. Department of Labor Electric Line Maintainer Certification and Iowa Class A C.D.L. with Air Brake Endorsement. Pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check is required. Submit cover letter, resume, salary history and five work related references to City of Denver, 100 Washington St, Denver, IA 50622. Deadline to submit application is May 14, 2021. Any questions, call (319) 984-5642, or go to www.cityofdenveriowa.com. Posted 4/21/21.

The City of Kimball, Neb., (Pop. 2496) has an opening for city administrator. Salary DOQ, benefits; $9.3 million operating budget; $18 million total budget, 40 employees. Full-service City including utilities: Electric, Power Plant, Water, Wastewater, Landfill, and Garbage collection.

• Located in Western Nebraska. Main economic base is agriculture and oil and gas industries.
• Desire bachelor’s degree in public administration/related fields with three years supervisory/management experience in overseeing all phases of municipal government, including public works.
• Emphasis on professional team leadership, progressive attitude, effective communication, public relations, financial management and planning/development.
• Ability to carry out city council/board of public works policies and strategies and work with department heads and staff. Visit web site at www.kimballne.org for application and complete job description. Submit application, resume, references and salary history in a sealed envelope marked “City Administrator Applicant” to Keith Prunty, Mayor, 223 South Chestnut Street, Kimball, NE 69145. Open until filled. EOE. Posted 4/15/21.

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The City of Kimball, Neb., has an opening for the position of Electric Lineman 1 or 2. Work duties include but not limited to testing, repair, building and maintenance of the municipal electric system. Lifting, construction, general labor and upkeep of the electric system is expected. Must have valid Nebraska driver’s license, be insurable under the City of Kimball’s automobile policy and be able to obtain CDL. Pre-employment drug test is required. Salary is based on experience and knowledge. Application may be obtained at City Hall, 223 S. Chestnut Street, Kimball, NE  69145 or at www.kimballne.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Posted 4/13/21.

The Village of Ansley, Neb., is accepting applications for a utility employee position. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting the superintendent in the operation of the generating plant, distribution line maintenance, repair and upgrades, maintenance and repair of the water system, taking water samples, and maintenance of the lift station and sewer system. This is an assistant position and successful candidate would be required to work with other departments when needed. The employee must be willing to work after hours in emergency situations and must live within 20 minutes of Ansley. Applicants must possess a valid Nebraska driver’s license with a clean driving record, must have or the ability to obtain a Nebraska Class B CDL, be willing to become a certified water operator within the first year of employment. (The Village will pay for training/certifications.) Electrical, line person and bucket truck experience is preferred. Pre-employment drug screening may be required. Wages are negotiable and will be based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include health insurance, matching retirement plan, vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Resume and references can be mailed to: Village of Ansley, PO Box 307, Ansley, NE 68814, delivered to the Village Office at 217 Nile Street, Ansley, NE, or emailed to villageofansley@nctc.net. Please call (308) 935-1400 with any questions. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The Village of Ansley is an EOE. Posted 4/13/21.

Northeast Power has an immediate opening for a Customer Service/Billing Representative. The successful applicant must be detail oriented, have the ability to work in a group environment and be able to deal with a wide variety of customer issues using courtesy and empathy. The applicant must be able to learn billing software applications and will gain experience in answering a variety of questions and maintaining consumer account records. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and the ability to operate a 10-key is required. Schedule would generally be 7:30 am-4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Potential for part-time remote/telecommute opportunities. For more details or to apply, please email a resume with work history and at least two business references to mandyb@northeastpow.com. Position is open until filled by a qualified applicant. Posted 4/5/2021.