CITY CLERK POSITION AVAILABLE
DEFINITION:
The City Clerk is an officer of the City of Jasper, serving at the pleasure of the Jasper City Council, responsible for the clerical duties of the Jasper City Council and performing functions assigned by the Jasper City Council.
EXAMPLES OF CITY CLERK DUTIES:
These duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Shall give notice of its meetings;
- Shall keep the journal of its proceedings;
- Shall authenticate by his/her signature and record in full in a book kept for the purpose all
ordinances and resolutions;
- Shall perform such other duties as shall be required by the Charter or by ordinance;
- Shall be custodian of the corporate seal of the city and is authorized to use it for and on
behalf of the city when required to do so by the Council.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The minimum qualifications for the City Clerk are as follows:
- Ability to read, write and fluently speak English, orally and in writing;
- Minimum of five years municipal and/or comparable government experience.
SALARY:
Negotiable
JOB TYPE:
Full time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday
BENEFITS:
Insurance
Retirement
Paid time off
Please send resumes to: City of Jasper or via email to [email protected]
208 West Hatley Street
Jasper, FL 32052
INTERIM CITY MANAGER POSITION AVAILABLE
DEFINITION:
The City Manager is the administrative head of the city government providing direction and general management for the administration and operation of each department within the City of Jasper, and performance of duties assigned by the Jasper City Council and its Charter.
SUPERVISION OF CITY MANAGER:
The City of Jasper is a City Manager form of government with the City Manager receiving directions and assignments from the Jasper City Council.
EXAMPLES OF INTERIM CITY MANAGER DUTIES:
These duties include, but are not limited, to the following:
- Appoint and remove all officers and employees of the City except as otherwise provided by the Charter and except as he/she may authorize the head of a department or office to appoint and remove subordinates in such department or office;
- Prepare the budget annually and submit it to the Council and be responsible for its administration after adoption;
- Prepare and submit to the Council as of the end of the fiscal year a complete report of the finances and administrative activities of the City for the preceding year;
- Keep the Council advised of the financial condition and future needs of the City and make such recommendations as may seem to him/her desirable;
- Submit annually to the Council, not less than ninety (90) days prior to the beginning of the
budget year, a list of recommended capital improvements which in the opinion of the
manager is necessary or desirable to be constructed during the forthcoming six year
period, such list to be arranged in order of preferences, with recommendations as to
which year;
- Perform such other duties as may be prescribed by the Charter or required of him/her by
the Council, not inconsistent with the charter.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The minimum qualifications for the Interim City Manager are as follows:
- Ability to read, write, and fluently speak the English language and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- A minimum of five years of municipal and/or comparable governmental experience, a thorough knowledge of municipal operations(including water, sewer, and natural gas) and/or governmental practices and proven abilities as follows: (a) governmental administration, (b) public personnel management, (c) excellent oral and written communication skills, (d) supervisory skills with limited direction, (e)(problem solving skills, (f) respectful public demeanor, (g) qualified to hold or holding membership with professional management associations, and (h) no felony convictions or other crimes involving moral turpitude.
SALARY AND SCHEDULE:
- Range $35 – $45 per hour
- Schedule negotiable
BENEFITS:
- Vehicle accommodation
- Lodging accommodation
- Insurance
Please send resumes to: City of Jasper
208 West Hatley Street
Jasper, FL 32052
or
via e-mail to [email protected]
Position open until filled.
City of Jasper
Job Openings
Utilities/Street Dept.
The City of Jasper has openings for the utilities department and the street department, the
candidate(s) will be under the supervision of the Gas Department.
Starting Pay: $13.00-$15.00 and consists of Eight (8) hour work days
Duties: include but not limited to:
-Utilities Trainee
-Meter Reading
-Cut ons and cut offs of water/gas
-Utilities Locating
-Re-reads of water and gas meters
-Work orders in water/gas/sewer
-Trash can replacement
-Mowing and weed eating
Qualification: High School Diploma or GED
Benefits: FRS Pension, Health Insurance
Contact: City Hall at (386) 792-1212 or 208 W Hatley St. Jasper, FL 32052 to obtain an
application
Deadline for submitting application is 5:00pm 8/25/23
City of Jasper
Job Opening
Street Department
The City of Jasper is seeking a part-time street maintenance worker, the candidate will be
under the supervision of the Gas Dept.
Starting Pay: $13.00-$15.00 hourly and consists of 25-30 hour work week
Duties: include but not limited to:,
-Mowing and Weed eating
– Meter Reading
– Cut ons and cut offs of water/gas
– Re-reads of water and gas meters
– Trash can replacement
– Work orders in water/gas/sewer
Qualifications: High School Diploma
Contact: City Hall at (386)792-1212 or 208 W Hatley St Jasper, Fl 32052 to obtain an application
Deadline for submitting application 5:00pm 8/25/23
City of Jasper, Florida – Job Opening
Fire Chief
The position of Fire Chief is a highly responsible and professional position, administering the planning, organization, and direction of fire operations, training, emergency medical services, fire prevention and fire administration functions for the City. Duties include complex managerial and strategic work in the areas of recruitment, personnel, fire prevention/suppression activities, and interdepartmental coordination. Sets goals and objectives for the department, evaluates the effectiveness of individuals and programs under supervision, Minimum qualifications are as follows: supplemented by five (5) to seven (7) years supervisory/managerial experience in the area of fire prevention/suppression and emergency medical services, or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job functions. Must possess or able to obtain a valid Fire Certification of Compliance and Paramedic or EMT Certification from the State of Florida. Qualifications to perform duties of Fire Code Official as certified by the State of Florida.
Send resume with cover letter, which must include three (3) professional references and salary history, to the City Clerk’s Office, City of City of Jasper, 208 W Hatley St, Jasper, Florida 32052 DFWP/ADA/EEO
Salary: $45,000.00-$55.000.00 yearly- DOQ
Deadline for submitting application is 5:00pm September 8,2023
The City of Jasper is a Drug Free Workplace. Applicants offered employment will be required to satisfactorily complete a drug screen, and background check.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in fire science, public administration, or closely related field preferred; supplemented by 5 to 7 years supervisory/managerial experience in the area of fire prevention/suppression and emergency medical services, or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job functions.
Special Requirements
Must possess or able to obtain a valid Florida Driver’s License, Firefighter Certification of Compliance, Fire Inspector, Fire Plans Examiner, and Fire Code Official Certification.
City of Jasper
JOB OPENING
City of Jasper Florida Police Department
Is Currently seeking a Police Captain position for Uniform Patrol. The City of Jasper in Hamilton County, Florida. Population is approximately 4,400 people. The Police Department when fully staffed, consists of (6) patrol officers, and the Chief of Police.
Starting Pay: Salary $45,000.00-$60,000.00
Qualifications: High School Diploma, FDLE Certification as a Police Officer and Radar Certification are required.
Benefits: FRS Pension, uniforms and equipment provided, take home car Program (must reside within Hamilton County, Florida).
Contact: City Hall at (386) 792-1212 or 208 Hatley Street jasper, Fl 32052 to obtain an application packet.
Questions or inquiries: should be directed to the Interim Chief of Police Leyon Kerklin at (352) 258-0200 or Marcus Collins City Manager at (386) 792-1212
Position will remain open until filled.
Bookkeeper Position
The City of Jasper is accepting applications for a fulltime bookkeeping position. Applicant must be at least 19 years of age, with high school diploma. This position requires basic accounting knowledge and bookkeeping experience in accounts payable and payroll, 941 and UCT taxes. Salary is based on qualification and experience. City offers health insurance, Florida Retirement, paid holidays and paid-time-off.
Mail application/resume to Margaret Bergstrom, Chief Financial Officer, 208 W. Hatley St. Jasper, FL 32052. (386)792-1212.
DFWP/EOE
Deadline for submitting application is 4 p.m. 7/7/23.