LABORER I – PARKS

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POSITION: Laborer I - Parks

DEPARTMENT: Parks

WORK SCHEDULE: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Hours may vary to include weekends and holidays.

SALARY: $6.5000 per hour

STATUS: Temporary Full-Time

OPENING DATE: January 4, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is routine work in a variety of manual labor and semi-skilled work assignments. Work involves the performance of routine tasks and assisting a full-functioning employee in work areas as assigned.

Work is normally performed on a temporary or seasonal basis. Work involves no decision-making responsibilities and is usually performed under close supervision, with employee receiving specific instructions as to what is expected.

May participate in mowing grass, trimming shrubs and trees, cutting weeds, digging and refilling ditches and holes and other grounds maintenance tasks.

Loads and unloads materials and equipment. Assists in setting up job sites and cleans up job sites when job is completed.

May perform maintenance and custodial tasks, such as washing vehicles, washing windows, sweeping and mopping floors, etc.

Cleans grounds areas of paper, trash and other debris.

Uses a variety of hand tools, such as pick and shovel and may use some power equipment and tools, such as powered lawn mowers, string weed trimmers, tampers and similar tools and equipment.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs other related work as required.

Some knowledge of the use of simple hand tools and ability to learn the use of small power tools and related equipment.

Ability to work reliably without constant supervision.

Ability to understand and follow simple instructions.

Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time, sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions.

Ability to understand and follow basic safety precautions, rules and regulations.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

None required. However, some work experience suggesting ability to perform manual labor in a reliable manner is desirable.

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POSITION: Police Officer - Lateral Transfer

DEPARTMENT: Police

WORK SCHEDULE: Hours will vary according to schedule to include nights, weekends and holidays.

SALARY RANGE: $15.5262 to $22.7204 per hour

STATUS: Regular Full-Time

OPENING DATE: January 14, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: December 31, 2008

This is entry-level, general duty, police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Work involves the prevention of juvenile and adult crime, apprehension of law violators, direction of traffic, general enforcement of laws and ordinances and preliminary and follow-up investigation of crimes.

Work is performed in accordance with departmental rules and regulations and upon specific oral and written instructions from a superior. While many decisions are limited by established procedure, independent judgment, usually based on precedent, must be exercised in the handling of specific cases. Some of the work actions are final and represent the last level of responsibility, but many are reviewed or reconsidered internally or by the judicial system before being considered final. The work requires Knowledges that are to be learned on-the-job both through a formal training program and also with substantial supervisory participation. After training, work is performed without direct supervision; however, advice and guidance from a superior officer is usually available on non-routine matters. Work assignments and special instructions are received from a superior officer who reviews work methods and results through examination of reports, on-the-job observation, personal inspection, and discussion of work problems. Work involves considerable public contact, with both the general public and law violators in both adversary and non-adversary situations. Work involves a significant element of personal danger.

Patrols an assigned area, on foot, in a non-motorized or motorized vehicle, for the purpose of preventing and discovering crimes and enforcing all applicable laws and ordinances, including traffic and parking regulations.

Responds to calls for service as dispatched; provides necessary assistance to the general public, taking appropriate enforcement action when necessary.

Makes arrests upon observation of law violators, transports prisoners to detention facility for booking.

Conducts preliminary investigations of crimes including administering first aid, locating and obtaining information from witnesses and victims, and preparing report of findings and action taken.

Prepares reports on enforcement and other action taken for record keeping purposes and for use in courtroom presentation, as necessary.

Operates enforcement-related equipment, including radar and breathalyser, in accordance with State standards and departmental policy.

Attends police-related training classes and programs as required.

Provides information, advice, and assistance to the general public.

Conducts extensive follow-up investigations of crimes; interviews witnesses, interrogates suspects, takes statements and confessions.

May conduct covert investigations of certain criminal activity including, but not limited to, the illegal sale of narcotics, the selling of stolen merchandise, gambling activities, etc.

May be required to wear and use a respirator in certain situations.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge of approved principles and practices of law enforcement work and applicable laws and ordinances.

Knowledge of departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Knowledge of first aid methods and techniques.

Knowledge of investigative techniques and practices.

Skill in the use and care of firearms.

Skill in the operation of a motor vehicle safely and efficiently, occasionally at a high rate of speed.

Ability to observe situations objectively and to report and record them clearly and accurately.

Ability to deal courteously, yet firmly and effectively, with the public in police situations.

Ability to exercise good judgment in emergency and non-emergency situations; to act quickly and calmly in resolving problems.

Maturity and personal stability.

Ability to wear and use a respirator.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school or the equivalent.

Minimum age of 21 at time of hire and must be a U.S. citizen.

Weight must be in proportion to height.

Never have been convicted of any felony crime or any crime involving moral turpitude.

Eyesight must be no worse than 20/100 corrected to 20/20 in both eyes with no color or night vision difficulties.

Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, character, honesty, integrity, criminal record, driving record, etc.

Must be free from any physical or emotional defects which might adversely affect performance in job related situations.

Must possess and maintain a valid Class D Driver's License issued by the State of New Mexico and have a satisfactory driving record.

Must possess a valid Law Enforcement Officer Certification from another state, military or federal entity.

Must possess, within one year of employment, and maintain a valid Law Enforcement Officer certification issued by the State of New Mexico.

Continued maintenance of firearm qualification standards.

Must maintain a telephone at place of residence.

Must complete and submit the Supplemental Questionnaire form, Personal History Release and Waiver form, Willingness Questionnaire form, Personal History Questionnaire form and all documents requested in the Personal History Questionnaire Supplement listing along with the application.

Must pass a pre-employment personnel interview.

Must past a post-offer pre-employment polygraph, psychological and physical examination.

POLICE SERVICE AIDE

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POSITION: Police Service Aide

DEPARTMENT: Police

WORK SCHEDULE: Hours will vary according to schedule

SALARY RANGE: $10.4009 to $13.2745 per hour

STATUS: Regular Part-Time

OPENING DATE: January 14, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: December 31, 2008

This is part-time, entry level, law enforcement-related police work. Under general supervision, provides police services that otherwise would be lost or delayed because of workload saturation on the part of sworn officers. Relieves sworn officers of non-related or low priority police service so that they may pursue anti-crime activities more effectively.

Work is performed in accordance with departmental rules and regulations and upon specific oral and written instructions from a superior. While many decisions are limited by established procedure, independent judgement, usually based on precedent, must be exercised in the handling of specific cases. Some of the work actions are final and represent the last level of responsibility, but many are reviewed or reconsidered internally or by the judicial system before being considered final. Work requires knowledges that are to be learned on-the-job and also with substantial supervisory participation. After training, work is performed without direct supervision, advice and guidance from a superior officer is usually available on non-routine matters. Work assignments and special instructions are received from a superior officer who reviews work methods and results through examinations of reports, on-the-job observation, personal inspection and discussion of work problems. Work involves considerable contact with the general public in both adversary and non-adversary situations. Work involves a significant limited personal danger.

Responds to calls for service as dispatched and provides necessary information, advice and assistance to the general public.

Conducts traffic control.

Completes on-street and private property, non-injury accident reports.

Enforces parking regulations.

Assists motorist.

Handles and writes reports of found items.

Takes simple vandalism and petty larceny reports.

Handles missing person and runaway reports.

Provides assistance to investigative officers at accident and crime scenes, such as directing traffic and taking measurements.

Takes reports and prepares information regarding abandoned vehicles.

Conducts house checks, business checks and welfare checks of the elderly or infirm persons.

Conducts beat checks (as supplement to beat officers checks).

Transports victims and witnesses to and from the police station.

Completes tow in reports and waits for wrecker.

Conducts police vehicle transport activities.

Picks up and delivers messages or items for officers and delivers correspondence between main station and sub-stations.

May drive City vehicles.

Perform other duties as required.

Ability to acquire knowledge of departmental rules, regulations and procedures, first aid methods and techniques and investigative techniques and practices.

Ability to observe situations objectively and to report and record them clearly and accurately.

Ability to exercise good judgement in non-emergency situations.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school, or the equivalent.

Must possess and maintain a valid Class D driver’s license issued by the State of New Mexico and have a satisfactory driving record.

Must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years of age or older at date of hire and have an intention of becoming a Police Officer.

Must attempt to proceed into the sworn rank when eligible and, within one year of reaching eligibility, receive certification by the State of New Mexico as a sworn Law Enforcement Officer, unless an education waiver has been granted.

Must maintain a telephone at place of residence.

Weight and height must be proportionate.

Eyesight must be no worse than 20/100 corrected to 20/20 in both eyes with no color or night vision difficulties.

Must be free from any physical or emotional defects which might adversely affect performance in job related situations.

Must have never been convicted of any felony crime or any crime involving moral turpitude.

Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, character, honesty, integrity, criminal record, driving record, etc.

Must not have been arrested and convicted of any misdemeanor crime within two years of date of application.

Must submit the "Supplemental Questionnaire", "Personal History Release and Waiver", Physical Fitness Release and Consent", Willingness Questionnaire", "Personal History Questionnaire" and Personal History Supplements with the application.

Must pass a pre-employment physical fitness demonstration, and personal interview

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment polygraph, psychological and physical examination.

TRANSIT SYSTEM VEHICLE OPERATOR

MUST SUBMIT THE "PRE-EMPLOYMENT RELEASE AND WAIVER" FORM WITH THE APPLICATION

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POSITION: Transit System Vehicle Operator

DEPARTMENT: Pecos Trails Transit

WORK SCHEDULE: Hours will vary according to schedule to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

SALARY RANGE: $9.1458 to $13.2055 per hour

STATUS: Regular Part-Time

OPENING DATE: January 23, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is routine work in operating diesel, compressed natural gas-powered transit system vehicles for the City's transit system. Work involves transporting passengers on regular routes, trippers, and special charters. Work extends to dealing courteously and tactfully with the general public.

Work is performed in accordance with established department procedures. Work of this class involves many actions which, if improperly performed, would cause serious consequences for the safety of public and property. Decisions made are generally limited by established procedures but the work may involve exercise of independent judgement in unusual circumstances. The work involves the application of a specialized body of knowledge that requires on-the-job training. Work is performed under general supervision with no supervisory responsibility. Work originates from the on-going needs of the transit system as well as special assignments from a supervisor. Work is reviewed primarily by observation from a supervisor as well as feedback from the general public. Work of this class requires extensive public contact with the general public.

Operates transit system vehicles of different sizes over fixed routes, trippers, and special charters.

Regulates heating and air conditioning of transit system vehicles for passenger comfort.

Operates transit system vehicles in a safe manner at all times.

Responds to calls on the radio in an appropriate manner.

Reports emergencies on or off bus to dispatcher and follows emergency procedures.

Maintains order and safety of riders.

Attends to special needs of passengers.

Completes reports as required.

Inspects vehicle prior to pull-out and after pull-in for proper functioning and safety problems and reports any problems to proper person.

Promotes ridership on transit system.

Observes safety rules and regulations and uses judgement in performing work in a safe manner.

Maintains records of passengers by fare category.

Performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of city streets and transit routes.

Considerable knowledge of city and state traffic regulations, signs and signals.

Knowledge of safety rules and regulations.

Knowledge of emergency procedures for transit system vehicles.

Ability to identify proper functioning of transit system vehicles.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to prepare reports in a clear and concise manner.

Ability to read and understand road maps and transit system timetables.

Ability to deal with the general public in a courteous and tactful manner.

Ability to operate transit system vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school or the equivalent.

Must possess, or acquire within 30 calendar days of hire date, and maintain a valid Class B, with P endorsement, driver's license issued by the State of New Mexico and have a satisfactory driving record.

Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug test administered by a City-designated facility.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment limited physical and DOT physical given by a City-designated physician.

Fluency in both the English and Spanish languages.

Previous experience driving transit system vehicles.

MUST SUBMIT THE "PRE-EMPLOYMENT RELEASE AND WAIVER" FORM WITH THE APPLICATION

Revised June 20, 2008

GREENSKEEPER II – GOLF COURSE

MUST SUBMIT THE "PRE-EMPLOYMENT RELEASE AND WAIVER" FORM WITH THE APPLICATION

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POSITION: Greenskeeper II - Golf Course

DEPARTMENT: Golf Course

WORK SCHEDULE: Hours will vary to include weekdays, weekends and holidays

SALARY RANGE: $9.0745 to $13.1026 per hour

UNION GROUP: Blue Collar

STATUS: Regular Full-Time

OPENING DATE: January 24, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is semi-skilled lead work in maintaining landscaped areas on a golf course or other designated landscaped area. Work involves direct participation in the performance of semi-skilled manual tasks in maintaining landscaped areas, recreation equipment and operating light automotive equipment.

Work is performed in accordance with established routines, with the employees expected to make field decisions based upon the knowledge of these procedures and upon on-the-job experience. The major responsibility of the work in this class is the ongoing safety of the job and performing the more difficult and advanced semi-skilled tasks. The work requires knowledges that can be learned on-the-job but only with considerable experience and supervisory input. Employees do not exercise full supervisory responsibility but do exercise lead worker responsibility at the job site. Work originates from specific work assignments from a superior and is reviewed by periodic on-site observation.

Directs subordinates in the installation of extensive sprinkler systems for the irrigation of parks, golf courses and other landscaped areas.

Directs and participates in a variety of semi-skilled maintenance tasks involving the application of limited plumbing skills, welding skills and carpentry skills.

Leads and directs the application of herbicides, fungicides, insecticides and other potentially dangerous chemicals used in the control of weeks and the maintenance of landscaped areas.

May perform all of the duties and tasks outlined for the class Greenskeeper I as required.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs related work as required.

Considerable knowledge of the methods and techniques involved in landscape maintenance.

Knowledge of the proper storage and application techniques for herbicides and related chemicals.

Some knowledge of basic supervisory principles and practices.

Skill in the use of hand tools.

Ability to do minor plumbing, carpentry and mechanical maintenance work.

Ability to do rough welding and brazing.

Ability to operate light automotive equipment safely and efficiently.

Ability to follow up on instructions accurately and carefully.

Ability to do hard manual work, sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school or the equivalent.

Two years' grounds maintenance experience, one year of which must have been at the level of a Greenskeeper I, Grounds Maintainer I or above.

Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug screen administered by a City-designated facility.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment limited physical given by a City-designated physician.

MUST SUBMIT THE "PRE-EMPLOYMENT RELEASE AND WAIVER" FORM WITH THE APPLICATION

LABORER I – GOLF COURSE

EOE

POSITION: Laborer I - Golf Course

DEPARTMENT: Golf Course

SALARY: $6.5000 per hour

STATUS: Temporary Full-Time

OPENING DATE: January 24, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is routine work in a variety of manual labor and semi-skilled work assignments. Work involves the performance of routine tasks and assisting a full-functioning employee in work areas as assigned.

Work is normally performed on a temporary or seasonal basis. Work involves no decision-making responsibilities and is usually performed under close supervision, with employee receiving specific instructions as to what is expected.

May participate in mowing grass, trimming shrubs and trees, cutting weeds, digging and refilling ditches and holes and other grounds maintenance tasks.

Loads and unloads materials and equipment. Assists in setting up job sites and cleans up job sites when job is completed.

May perform maintenance and custodial tasks, such as washing vehicles, washing windows, sweeping and mopping floors, etc.

Cleans grounds areas of paper, trash and other debris.

Uses a variety of hand tools, such as pick and shovel and may use some power equipment and tools, such as powered lawn mowers, string weed trimmers, tampers and similar tools and equipment.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs other related work as required.

Some knowledge of the use of simple hand tools and ability to learn the use of small power tools and related equipment.

Ability to work reliably without constant supervision.

Ability to understand and follow simple instructions.

Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time, sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions.

Ability to understand and follow basic safety precautions, rules and regulations.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

None required. However, some work experience suggesting ability to perform manual labor in a reliable manner is desirable.

Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.

Must submit the "Pre-Employment Release and Waiver" form with the application.

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RECREATION AIDE – NO DRIVER’S LICENSE

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POSITION: Recreation Aide - No Driver’s License

DEPARTMENT: Recreation Administration

WORK SCHEDULE: Hours will vary according to scheduled activities to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

SALARY: $5.8500 per hour

STATUS: Temporary Part-Time

OPENING DATE: February 7, 2007

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is specialized work in support of recreation programs and facilities. Work involves the application of routine, non-complex skills to such tasks as monitoring of recreation programs, cashiering and operating concession stands. Work may extend to collecting fees, serving beverages and prepackaged food.

Work is performed in accordance with clearly established routines and procedures. Work involves limited decision-making, although employees are expected to exercise good sound judgment in maintaining discipline when controlling the activities of recreation program participants. Work involves no supervision of others and is supervised directly by a higher ranking Recreation Department employee.

Monitors game rooms and other similar activities at a City recreation center

Sells tickets and collects fees at swimming pools and other recreation facilities.

Sells pre-packaged food items at a recreation facility concession stand; collects money.

Maintains cleanliness of assigned area.

Performs related work as required.

Ability to make change and charge proper fees.

Ability to control and discipline the behavior of children of all age groups.

Dependability and mature judgment.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

None.

Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.

EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER

MUST SUBMIT THE "PERSONAL HISTORY RELEASE AND WAIVER" FORM FOR DISPATCHERS WITH THE APPLICATION

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POSITION: Emergency Communications Dispatcher

DEPARTMENT: Consolidated Dispatch

WORK SCHEDULE: Hours will vary according to schedule to include evenings, weekends and holidays.

SALARY RANGE: $12.2350 to $17.0495 per hour

STATUS: Regular Full-Time

OPENING DATE: February 8, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is responsible emergency radio dispatching work. Work involves receiving requests for emergency police, fire and medical services and dispatching appropriate units in accordance with preestablished criteria.

Work is performed in accordance with the standard operating procedures of the police communication unit with the employees expected to exercise some independent judgment in handling specific cases but with unusual or difficult problems being referred to supervisory personnel on duty in the emergency service involved. Most decisions are controlled by established procedures but employees are expected to show initiative in dealing with unusual situations. Work of this class does involve many actions, the consequence of which, if improperly performed, could cause serious problems in terms of citizens' safety. The work requires knowledges that can be learned on-the-job but only with supervisory participation. Employees exercise no supervision over others, general direction is received from a lead worker who also functions as a Dispatcher, immediate supervision while on duty is received from the commanding Police Officer on duty. Work originates primarily through telephone requests for emergency service and is reviewed in terms of timeliness, clarity of speech patterns, and the calmness and composure with which messages are transmitted.

Receives emergency calls concerning police services, accidents, injuries, fires, natural disasters, etc.

Operates radio communication equipment to dispatch police patrol forces, firefighting apparatus, ambulances, rescue apparatus, etc.

Monitors all radio transmissions on multiple frequencies and keeps track of the location of all dispatched vehicles.

Operates teletype equipment to request information from the National Crime Information Center and other agencies, and also to input information.

Monitors burglary alarm systems, radio communications from neighboring agencies, civil defense network systems, etc.

Operates "CAD" (Computer Aided Dispatch) terminal.

Maintains necessary logs and records.

Performs related work as required.

Ability to acquire thorough knowledge of the standard dispatching procedures of the Roswell Police and Fire Department as well as the City's ambulance services.

Ability to acquire considerable knowledge of the geography of the City of Roswell and surrounding Chaves County.

Some knowledge of emergency medical measures to be taken in response to certain symptoms.

Ability to learn moderately complex coding systems used in entering information and retrieving information from teletype and computer operated systems.

Considerable ability to remain calm.

Ability to speak clearly in a well modulated voice during emergencies.

Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.

Ability to compile and maintain simple records and reports.

Ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute using the CAD system.

Ability to perform multiple tasks.

Ability to work under stressful conditions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school, and a work experience record that demonstrates reliability and maturity.

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Prior experience in public safety dispatching and some knowledge of computers is preferred.

Within one year of employment, certified as a Police Dispatcher by the State of New Mexico.

Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.

Must pass a pre-offer typing test and written examination.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment psychological exam given by a City-designated psychologists.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment audiology exam given by a City-designated physician.

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POSITION: Rides/Concession Supervisor

DEPARTMENT: Spring River Zoo

SALARY: $7.0000 per hour

STATUS: Temporary Part-Time

OPENING DATE: February 12, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is specialized work in support of recreation programs and facilities. Work involves the application of routine, non-complex skills to such tasks as operating rides, cashiering and operating concession stands. Work may extend to collecting fees and serving food and beverages. However, it does not involve any cooking activities.

Work is performed in accordance with clearly established routines and procedures. Work involves limited decision-making, although employees are expected to exercise good sound judgement in maintaining discipline when controlling the activities of the public utilizing the Zoo facilities. Work involves some supervision of others and is supervised by a higher-ranking Parks Department employee.

Supervises Rides/Concessions Operators.

Operates amusement rides at the Zoo.

Sells tickets and collects fees for rides.

Sells pre-packaged food items at a recreation facility concession stand; collects money.

Maintains cleanliness of assigned area.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs related work as required.

Ability to supervise the work of others.

Ability to make change and charge proper fees.

Ability to control and discipline the behavior of children of all age groups.

Dependability and mature judgement.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school, or the equivalent, and experience supervising the work of others.

Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.

YCC TRAINEE – ZOO

MUST SUBMIT THE "PRE-EMPLOYMENT RELEASE AND WAIVER" FORM WITH THE APPLICATION

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POSITION: Youth Conservation Corp Trainee - Zoo

DEPARTMENT: Zoo NMYCC

WORK SCHEDULE: 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday

SALARY: $6.5000 per hour

STATUS: Temporary Full-Time

OPENING DATE: February 27, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is temporary work designed to train an employee interested is specialized Zoo Exhibit Construction and Zoo Animal Husbandry. The Youth Conservation Corp project will provide practical work experience and instruction in specific techniques in designing and building proper animal exhibits. Employees will also be given educational opportunities in leadership training, job skills and an extensive training course for those interested in Zoo Animal Husbandry.

Work is performed in accordance with clearly established routines and procedures. Work involves no supervision of others and is supervised by the Youth Conservation Corp Training Supervisor and a higher ranking Zoo employee.

Participates in physical labor including building fences, shelters, plumbing and cement work.

Uses a variety of hand and power tools.

Participates in zoo animal husbandry care and maintenance.

Performs cleanup and restoration of the job site.

Participates in job skills and leadership classes.

Participates in educational training classes.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs other related work as required.

Some knowledge of the use of simple hand tools.

Skill in or the ability to learn the use of small power tools and related equipment.

Ability to work reliably without constant supervision.

Ability to understand and follow simple instructions.

Ability to understand and follow basic safety precautions, rules and regulations.

Ability and desire to work with animals.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

None required. However, some work experience suggesting ability to perform manual labor in a reliable manner is desirable.

Must possess and maintain a valid Class D Driver's License issued by the State of New Mexico and have a satisfactory driving record.

Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.

MUST SUBMIT THE "PRE-EMPLOYMENT RELEASE AND WAIVER" FORM WITH THE APPLICATION

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POSITION: Laborer I - Cemetery

DEPARTMENT: South Park Cemetery

WORK SCHEDULE: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Hours may vary to include weekends and holidays.

SALARY: $6.5000 per hour

STATUS: Temporary Full-Time

OPENING DATE: March 18, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is routine work in a variety of manual labor and semi-skilled work assignments. Work involves the performance of routine tasks and assisting a full-functioning employee in work areas as assigned.

Work is normally performed on a temporary or seasonal basis. Work involves no decision-making responsibilities and is usually performed under close supervision, with employee receiving specific instructions as to what is expected.

May participate in mowing grass, trimming shrubs and trees, cutting weeds, digging and refilling ditches and holes and other grounds maintenance tasks.

Loads and unloads materials and equipment. Assists in setting up job sites and cleans up job sites when job is completed.

May perform maintenance and custodial tasks, such as washing vehicles, washing windows, sweeping and mopping floors, etc.

Cleans grounds areas of paper, trash and other debris.

Uses a variety of hand tools, such as pick and shovel and may use some power equipment and tools, such as powered lawn mowers, string weed trimmers, tampers and similar tools and equipment.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs other related work as required.

Some knowledge of the use of simple hand tools and ability to learn the use of small power tools and related equipment.

Ability to work reliably without constant supervision.

Ability to understand and follow simple instructions.

Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time, sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions.

Ability to understand and follow basic safety precautions, rules and regulations.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

None required. However, some work experience suggesting ability to perform manual labor in a reliable manner is desirable.

Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.

LANDFILL OPERATOR I

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POSITION: Landfill Operator I

DEPARTMENT: Solid Waste - Landfill

WORK SCHEDULE: Hours will vary according to schedule to include weekends and holidays.

SALARY RANGE: $9.2570 to $13.3568 per hour

STATUS: Regular Full-Time

OPENING DATE: April 9, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is equipment operation work of some responsibility in the maintenance of a sanitary landfill Work involves responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of heavy automotive construction equipment in the pushing and packing of refuse and fill material. Work extends to responsibility for on-site equipment preventive maintenance.

Work is performed in accordance with safe automotive construction operation procedures and departmental landfill policies. Employees make few independent decisions and exercise no supervisory responsibility. Close direction is received from a lead worker, and general supervision is received from the management of the Sanitation Department. Work originates from the ongoing need of opening new dumping areas and covering up and compacting work areas as they are being filled. Work involves an element of personal discomfort due to the nature of the material being deposited at the landfill.

Operates tractor-dozer in the pushing of refuse material and fill material at the City's sanitary landfill

Operates landfill compactor in the control and compaction of landfill material.

Operates large road scraper in the movement of fill material.

May direct landfill users to proper dumping locations.

Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment, checks oil, greases equipment.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge of the proper operation of a specific piece of equipment assigned to the sanitary landfill.

Ability to operate large automotive construction equipment safely and efficiently.

Ability to service and care for assigned equipment so as to ensure maximum operating life.

Ability to follow instructions in carrying out assignments thoroughly and timely.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school, and two years' responsible experience in the operation of large automotive construction equipment, one year of which preferably involved the operation of one of the types of equipment used at the sanitary landfill.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment limited physical given by a City-designated physician.

Must provide proof of, or obtain within 30 days, immunization for D.P.T. and Hepatitis "B". If immunized for these over 10 years ago, must have proof of, or obtain, a booster.

LABORER II – WATER & SEWER

EOE

POSITION: Laborer II - Water & Sewer

DEPARTMENT: Water - Maintenance & Transmission

WORK SCHEDULE: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Hours may vary to include weekends and holidays.

SALARY RANGE: $7.4656 to $10.7794 per hour

UNION GROUP: Blue Collar

STATUS: Regular Full-Time

OPENING DATE: June 19, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

Definition and Distinguishing Characteristics

This is unskilled work in the performance of tasks involving manual labor. Work involves the performance of tasks of a heavy manual nature which do not require a high degree of manipulative skill or previous experience.

Work is usually performed under the immediate direction of an employee of higher grade. However, constant supervision is not necessary for familiar tasks which can be carried out without difficulty once learned. Employees in this class exercise no supervision. Work is subject to close supervision and instructions are given at the beginning of each new job. Work is reviewed by direct observation of the supervisor or by on-site inspection. Work involves considerable contact with other City employees and the general public.

Digs and refills water or sewer ditches, utility cuts, etc.

Cleans and maintains landscaped areas, cuts brush using small, power-operated chain saws, feeds branches into a chipper; may operate tractor mowing equipment on City parks and parkways.

Washes windows and generally cleans up around garage facilities, treatment plant facilities, etc.

Cleans bar screens, weirs, baffles, etc., at treatment plant facilities and pumping stations.

Rakes leaves, sweeps, shovels snow, feeds leaves and brush into chippers, etc.

Loads dirt and other material onto trucks; unloads trucks and places materials in proper storage receptacles.

Lays pipe, assists in the repair of water and sewer lines, loads and unloads material.

May operate other light automotive equipment and small trucks for learning purposes.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs related work as required.

Some knowledge of the use and care of picks, shovels, hand lawn mowers and manual tools.

Ability to understand and follow simple instructions.

Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions.

Ability to learn to observe basic safety rules and regulations.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school, or the equivalent.

One year’s work experience in a construction related field or as a Laborer I or higher.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment limited physical given by a City-designated facility.

Must provide proof of, or obtain within 30 days, immunization against tetanus and diphtheria. If immunized for these over 10 years ago, must have proof of, or obtain, a booster.

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WATER & SEWER MAINTAINER I – WATER & SEWER

EOE

POSITION: Water & Sewer Maintainer I - WS

DEPARTMENT: Airport - Water and Water - Maintenance & Transmission

WORK SCHEDULE: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Hours will vary to include weekends and holidays.

UNION GROUP: Blue Collar

SALARY RANGE: $9.5282 to $13.7575 per hour

STATUS: Regular Full-Time

OPENING DATE: June 19, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is semi-skilled work in the maintenance and construction of water lines and sanitary sewers. Work involves performing semi-skilled manual tasks, locating and repairing leaks in water lines and sewers, making taps into the lines, and constructing new extensions.

Work is performed in accordance with established routines and procedures with some very limited judgments being made by the employees based on experience. Major maintenance decisions or construction decisions are referred to a supervisor. The work requires knowledges that can be readily learned on the job. Employees do not exercise full supervisory responsibility, although they may direct Laborer I and II positions on certain projects. Work is reviewed primarily through on-site observation.

Excavates with shovels, picks and other hand tools around water lines and sewer lines in order to expose problem area.

Repairs water lines by using leak clamps or standard techniques and repairs broken sewers by replacing sections or patching.

Makes water taps using tapping machines of various sizes, sets corporations, sets meters and hooks up to property owner's service line.

Makes sewer taps using hammer and chisel to open hole in sewer pipe, sets new pipe into hole and recements hookup.

Builds manholes, unstops sewer lines, repairs leaks in fire hydrants, cleans out drain plugs of fire hydrants and extends or raises hydrants.

May operate dump trucks and small backhoe and front-end loading equipment as required.

Operates high pressure sewer cleaning equipment, operates sewer rodding machines, may manually dig out manholes to unstop sewers.

May be required to wear and use a respirator.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment and techniques used in water line and sewer line extensions.

Knowledge of the various repair methods for water lines and sanitary sewers.

Working knowledge of occupational hazards involved in below-ground utility construction and maintenance.

Skill in the use of various types of tapping machines used in making taps in water lines under pressure.

Skill in the use of hand tools involved in water line and sewer maintenance and construction.

Ability to wear and use a respirator.

Ability to do hard manual labor, sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions.

Ability to follow instructions.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school or equivalent.

One year's experience in water or sewer maintenance at the level of a Laborer II or above.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug screen administered by a City-designated facility.

Must provide proof of, or obtain within 30 days, immunization against tetanus and diphtheria. If immunized for these over 10 years ago, must have proof of, or obtain, a booster.

Possess and maintain a Level IV Water System Operator’s certificate issued by the State of New Mexico.

WATER & SEWER MAINTAINER II - SEWER MAINTENANCE

EOE

POSITION: Water & Sewer Maintainer II - SM

DEPARTMENT: Water - Sewer Maintenance

WORK SCHEDULE: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Hours will vary to include weekends and holidays.

SALARY RANGE: $10.1989 to $14.7261 per hour

UNION GROUP: Blue Collar

STATUS: Regular Full-Time

OPENING DATE: July 2, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is semi-skilled lead work in the maintenance and construction of water lines and sanitary sewers. Work involves directing and performing semi-skilled manual tasks in location and repairing leaks in water lines and sewers, making taps into the lines and constructing new extensions under supervision.

Work is performed in accordance with established routines, with employees expected to make field operating decisions based upon those routines and referring unusual occurrences to a higher-level superior for decisions. The major responsibility of the work of this class is for the ongoing safety of the job site and being responsible for safe working conditions of subordinates. The work requires knowledges that can be learned on-the-job but only with supervisory input. Employees do not exercise full supervisory responsibility but do exercise lead worker responsibility at the job site. The work originates from specific work assignments and is reviewed by periodic observation by a superior. Work involves some element of personal risk and unpleasant working conditions.

Directs subordinates in the class Water and Sewer Maintainer I in specific tasks required by job assignment; responsible to see that job progresses efficiently.

Makes sure that all safety equipment and safety procedures are followed at the job site.

Provides on-site training and guidance to new employees in the performance of work tasks.

May perform all of the tasks outlined for the class Water and Sewer Maintainer I as required and usually directly guides or performs the more difficult tasks.

Insures that all crews have necessary materials and equipment to do job assigned; continually spot checks work for quality, quantity and compliance with safety regulations.

Locations water and sewer lines for other utilities and construction companies doing work in City right-of-ways.

May be required to enter a hazardous environment using appropriate safety equipment.

May be required to wear and use a respirator.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge of the method, materials and techniques use in water line and sanitary sewer extensions.

Considerable knowledge of the various repair methods for water lines and sanitary sewers.

Working knowledge of the safety procedures and occupational hazards involved in utility construction and maintenance.

Considerable knowledge in the proper use of safety equipment with trenching and shoring, confined space entry, lockout tags and traffic control.

Skill in the use of various types of jack clamps and tapping machines used in making taps and repairing water lines under pressure.

Skill in the use of hand tools involved in water line and sanitary sewer maintenance and construction.

Skill in the use of sanitary sewer cleaning and rodding equipment.

Ability to operate computers, both personal computers and mainframe systems, involving extensive use of word processing, spreadsheet or other applications.

Ability to direct the work of subordinates, give orders, and require compliance with standard operating and safety procedures.

Ability to do hard manual labor, sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions.

Ability to wear and use a respirator.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school or the equivalent.

One year's experience in water line or sanitary sewer maintenance at the level of Water and Sewer Maintainer I, Equipment Operator I or above.

Must possess and maintain a valid Class B driver's license issued by the State of New Mexico and have a satisfactory driving record.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug screen administered by a City-designated facility.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment limited physical and respirator physical given by a City-designated physician.

Must provide proof of, or obtain within 30 days, immunization against tetanus and diphtheria. If immunized for these over 10 years ago, must have proof of, or obtain, a booster.

Possess and maintain a Level IV Wastewater Facilities Operator’s certificate issued by the State of New Mexico.

LANDFILL OPERATOR I

EOE

POSITION: Landfill Operator I

DEPARTMENT: Solid Waste - Landfill

WORK SCHEDULE: Hours will vary according to schedule to include weekends and holidays.

SALARY RANGE: $9.2570 to $13.3568 per hour

STATUS: Regular Full-Time

OPENING DATE: July 9, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Until Filled

This is equipment operation work of some responsibility in the maintenance of a sanitary landfill Work involves responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of heavy automotive construction equipment in the pushing and packing of refuse and fill material. Work extends to responsibility for on-site equipment preventive maintenance.

Work is performed in accordance with safe automotive construction operation procedures and departmental landfill policies. Employees make few independent decisions and exercise no supervisory responsibility. Close direction is received from a lead worker, and general supervision is received from the management of the Sanitation Department. Work originates from the ongoing need of opening new dumping areas and covering up and compacting work areas as they are being filled. Work involves an element of personal discomfort due to the nature of the material being deposited at the landfill.

Operates tractor-dozer in the pushing of refuse material and fill material at the City's sanitary landfill

Operates landfill compactor in the control and compaction of landfill material.

Operates large road scraper in the movement of fill material.

May direct landfill users to proper dumping locations.

Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment, checks oil, greases equipment.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge of the proper operation of a specific piece of equipment assigned to the sanitary landfill.

Ability to operate large automotive construction equipment safely and efficiently.

Ability to service and care for assigned equipment so as to ensure maximum operating life.

Ability to follow instructions in carrying out assignments thoroughly and timely.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school, and two years' responsible experience in the operation of large automotive construction equipment, one year of which preferably involved the operation of one of the types of equipment used at the sanitary landfill.

Must pass a post-offer pre-employment limited physical given by a City-designated physician.

Must provide proof of, or obtain within 30 days, immunization for D.P.T. and Hepatitis "B". If immunized for these over 10 years ago, must have proof of, or obtain, a booster.

FIREFIGHTER RECRUIT

Download the Firefighter Recruit Pdf Package and the Application form and mail to the address on the application form. You may also call for the application package – (575) 624-6700, Ext. 268.

EOE

POSITION: Firefighter Recruit

DEPARTMENT: Fire

WORK SCHEDULE: Shift Hours – 24 on/48 off

STATUS: Regular Full-Time

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $9.3887 ($27,415.00)/EMT-B Certified: $9.8581 ($28,785.75) per hour (year)

ADDITIONAL MONTHLY INCENTIVE PAY: EMT-Intermediate $100.00; EMT-Paramedic $250.00

OPENING DATE: August 1, 2008

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: September 26, 2008

This is entry-level general duty firefighting work in the protection of life and property by preventing, combating and extinguishing fire. Work primarily involves the manipulation of specialized firefighting and EMS tools and equipment.

Work is performed in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and established firefighting practices. Decisions made are generally limited by established procedure, but the work may involve exercise of judgment in the methods or techniques used at Fire Department incidents. The work requires knowledge that is to be learned on-the-job, both through a formal training program and with considerable supervisory participation. Close supervision is received with technical direction and guidance. Work originates from specific oral assignments from a superior, both at the incident and in stationhouse duties. Work is reviewed primarily by observation from a superior. Work may involve some contact with the general public that requires courtesy and tact. Work requires performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may involve extreme physical exertion under such handicaps as smoke, height, heat and cramped surroundings. Work is performed on 24-hour shifts and employees sleep nights when not responding to alarms.

Responds to fire alarms with a fire company, connects hose, holds nozzle and directs water stream, raises and climbs ladders.

Removes persons from danger, administers emergency medical aid to injured persons.

Forces entry of premises for firefighting and rescue operations, uses chemical fire extinguishers, axes, claw tools, ceiling hooks and other equipment and tools.

Makes openings in buildings for ventilation; performs salvage and overhaul operations.

Performs routine maintenance work in the upkeep of Fire Department property and equipment; washes, dries and changes hoses.

Participates in fire drills and attends training classes in firefighting techniques, emergency medical techniques and related subjects.

May operate departmental radio communications equipment.

May operate Fire Department apparatus as part of a training program for advancement.

May be required to wear and use a respirator.

May drive City vehicles.

Performs related work as required.

Ability to acquire a knowledge of a wide variety of firefighting methods and techniques.

Ability to acquire some knowledge of the chemistry and physics of fire.

Ability to acquire knowledge of emergency medical practices.

Ability to use a wide variety of manual tools and to learn to use a wide variety of Fire Department equipment.

Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and to perform heavy manual work for sustained periods under extraordinary conditions.

Ability to remain calm in emergency situations.

Ability to deal firmly, yet courteously, with the general public at emergency scenes, as well as in non-emergency situations.

Ability to wear and use a respirator.

Ability to drive City vehicles safely and efficiently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public.

Graduation from a standard senior or vocational high school, or the equivalent.

Must possess and maintain a valid Class D driver’s license issue by the State of New Mexico and have a satisfactory driving record.

Must possess, or obtain within one (1) month of employment, and maintain a valid Class E driver's license issued by the State of New Mexico and have a satisfactory driving record.

Must maintain a telephone.

Must possess, within one (1) year of employment, and maintain a valid certification as an Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B) issued by the State of New Mexico.

Must possess, within one (1) year of employment, and maintain a valid certification as an Firefighter I or II.

Must possess and maintain good health and freedom from physical defects so as to be able to acquire the degree of physical strength and agility necessary to perform heavy manual tasks in emergency situations and under adverse conditions.

Must complete the "Physical Fitness Release and Consent Form", &quo