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The City of Baldwin City, Kansas, is a vibrant small town located in southern Douglas County, about 15 miles south of Lawrence and 40 miles southwest of Kansas City with a population of 5,000. Baldwin City blends the charm of a close-knit town with access to the amenities of nearby metropolitan areas.
The City Administrator serves as the chief administrative officer under the supervision of the City Council. The individual manages all city departments and oversees the finances, personnel, and short and long-range planning of the City of Baldwin City. The next City Administrator should possess excellent public relations, communications, supervisory, and organizational skills.
Competitive benefits: Salary $130,000- $180,000 DOQ.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three work-related references to LEAPS-BaldwinCity@lkm.org. If confidentiality is requested, please note in application material. Application review will begin November 3. EOE
Full position posting, https://www.lkm.org/networking/apply_now.aspx?view=2&id=955547Posted: October 6, 2025
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City Administrator, Burwell
The City of Burwell is accepting applications for the position of City Administrator. The City of Burwell is the county seat of Garfield County and has approximately 1200 residents. Burwell is located seven miles from the Calamus Reservoir in Central Nebraska. The municipality owns, operates and provides electric, water and wastewater services to its residents. Law Enforcement is under the direction of the County Sheriff’s Department. This position requires comprehensive knowledge of municipal finance, expertise in city, state and federal laws, regulations and guidelines, strategic planning, and supervisory skills. Individuals should possess a degree in a related field and/or possess a level of education that together with experience and training gives the required knowledge and experience to perform the duties as City Administrator. This person serves the community at the direction of the Mayor and City Council. Salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications and includes competitive benefits. Interested candidates should contact the City Office at 404 Grand Avenue (PO Box 604), Burwell, NE 68823 or phone 308-346-4509. Completed application along with a cover letter and resume should be mailed or delivered to the city office address above or emailed to cityofburwell@nctc.net and will be accepted until the position is filled. The City of Burwell is an EOE.
Posted: October 1, 2025
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The City of Blair will be hiring a strategic, collaborative leader to oversee and coordinate the operations of several vital city functions, including Finance, Human Resources, Library, City Clerk’s Office, Legal, and Information Technology. This position is key to ensuring efficient administration and enhancing services in a growing and active community just north of Omaha. Experience managing complex municipal operations and projects is important, but most important is the proven ability to collaborate with elected officials, department directors, and community partners, while motivating employees to grow and excel as public servants. Check out the following link to learn more about the Deputy City Administrator of Operations position and this opportunity to support an expanding city government in a dynamic community.
Job Summary: The Deputy City Administrator of Operations supports the City Administrator by planning, directing, and managing the daily operations of multiple city departments. The position provides professional advice and support to the City Administrator, Mayor, and City Council, while ensuring departments operate effectively, comply with ordinances and regulations, and align with community goals.
How to Apply: The City of Blair will accept applications for this position until filled. To find the job application, job description, and salary, please go to https://www.blairne.gov/2191/Employment-Opportunities. The City of Blair is an EEO employer.Posted: September 24, 2025
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Do you love working with children and making a positive impact in your community? The Norfolk Public Library is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic professional to lead our Youth Services Department!
What You’ll Do: Select and maintain engaging library collections for children and teens; Develop and present fun, educational programs for youth and families; Supervise a team of 2–4 employees; Provide excellent customer service to a diverse community; Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and team-focused environment
What We’re Looking For: Bachelor’s degree in Library Science, Education, or a related field; strong communication and customer service skills; experience working with children and families; ability to lead with creativity and collaboration; English/Spanish bilingual skills a plus!
Schedule & Compensation: 40 hours/week (Exempt); Schedule includes 1 evening per week, every other Saturday, and occasional Sundays; monthly salary range: $4,629 – $6,348; excellent benefits package included
How to Apply: Online: www.norfolkne.gov/humanresources; In person at: Human Resources Office, 309 N. 5th Street
Norfolk, NE 68701 Phone: (402) 844-2010
Submission Requirements: To be considered, please submit - Completed application, Resume, Cover letter. First review of applications begins October 20, 2025 and position open until filled.Posted: September 24, 2025
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The City of Kearney Landfill is looking for a hard-working individual to join their team! Duties include assisting in landfill operations by weighing vehicles, establishing accounts, charging fees, and directing traffic to disposal area. Picking up trash, litter and mowing grass. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school level education or G.E.D. and some computer experience in keeping of basic records. Must possess valid Nebraska driver’s license.
The City offers full benefits which includes 12 paid holidays, health/dental insurance, 6% 401A Retirement Match, and more. Hourly pay: $20.80. Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Application available at www.cityofkearney.org. The City of Kearney is an EOE.Posted: September 24, 2025
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Building and Zoning Director, Valley
Valley is one of Nebraska’s fastest-growing cities, located just west of Omaha. With thriving lake developments, top-rated schools, and a welcoming small-town lifestyle—plus easy access to Omaha’s regional amenities—Valley offers the best of both worlds.
We are seeking a Building and Zoning Director to lead and manage the city’s development efforts during this exciting period of growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, direct, and coordinate all activities related to building, zoning, and subdivision matters.
- Enforce city building codes, zoning ordinances, and subdivision regulations.
- Serve as a resource for the public, contractors, architects, and city staff regarding building and zoning codes.
- Provide policy, technical, and administrative support to the Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator.
Ideal Qualifications
Experience: 10 years of progressively responsible experience in building construction, or 5 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Certification: Possession of Certified Building Inspector’s Licenses, or the ability to obtain them on a schedule agreeable to the City.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $60,000 – $120,000 annually, based on qualifications. Paid bi-weekly.
Benefits Package Includes: Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; Employee deferred compensation plan; Paid vacation and holidays
If interested, please go to the City of Valley, Nebraska’s website under resources and job openings to apply.Posted: September 24, 2025
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Under the general direction of the City Manager, the Public Works Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of all public works operations, ensuring alignment with municipal goals and service expectations. This role is responsible for managing departmental personnel. The Director leads capital improvement initiatives from planning through construction, partnering with consultants and contractors to ensure quality, fiscal responsibility, and timely delivery. Budget development and financial stewardship are central to the role. As a key contributor to the city’s public improvement and development processes, the Director facilitates plan review, infrastructure integration, and right-of-way management, with internal and external stakeholders. A commitment to high-quality customer service and responsive communication is essential, as is the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, city staff, developers, contractors, and the public. The Director also ensures regulatory compliance and advances departmental policies and strategic plans to promote operational efficiency and long-term sustainability. Seven (7) years of progressively responsible work-related experience with at least three (3) years of supervisory experience and college degree required. The position's salary range is $122,812.44-$165,930.87. The anticipated starting salary is $122,812.44 to midpoint $145,159.36, depending on qualifications. The position also comes with a comprehensive benefits package that includes vacation, sick leave, personal leave, life insurance and AD&D, short and long-term disability, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program. Deadline to submit applications is October 24, 2025. A cover letter and resume are required. https://www.indianolaiowa.gov/410/Human-Resources
Posted: September 24, 2025
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Water/Wastewater Operator, Louisville
The City of Louisville is accepting applications for a Water/Wastewater Operator. Wage ranges from $20-$24 per hour for entry-level applicants or $24-$30 per hour for experienced applicants based on licensing and experience. This full time positions includes a benefit package. Job position is open until filled. Applications can be obtained from the City of Louisville, 210 Main St., PO Box 370, Louisville, NE 68037 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Phone 402-234-7705. Return completed application to the City Clerk at the above address. E.O.E.
Posted: September 24, 2025
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Water/Wastewater Operator I, Wayne
The City of Wayne is seeking applications for a full-time Water/Wastewater Operator I position. The wage range for this position is $19.43 to $26.11 and includes group health insurance and retirement benefits. Applications and job description are available at the City of Wayne, 513 Main Street, Wayne, Nebraska. Applications are due by October 10, 2025, and should be returned to the City Clerk’s office, 513 Main Street. City of Wayne is an EOE. For more information, call 402-375-1733 and ask for Wes Blecke, City Administrator.
Posted: September 18, 2025
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The City of Gretna is more than just a city, it’s a movement on the rise. Our community is growing, our economy is booming, and our vision for the future is bold. As the City evolves through transformative growth, we are seeking a dynamic Finance Director to join our leadership team and help guide the city through its next chapter of smart, sustainable growth. This is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to a community legacy in one of Nebraska’s most exciting and fast-evolving communities.
We need someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, embraces new opportunities, and is eager to be a key architect in our financial future. Building this new position requires excellent leadership skills and proven experience in public finance, government budgeting, and long-term visioning. The Finance Director will lead the city’s financial planning and operations, ensure fiscal health while enabling innovation and progress, and work closely with city leadership, departments, and stakeholders to align financial strategy with our community’s goals.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee all financial activities by helping steer our fiscal health.
- Forecast our sustainable financial future through visionary modelling and projections.
- Develop and execute innovative financial strategies that support growth, development, and transformation.
- Collaborate with City leaders to shape the financial roadmap of Gretna’s current and future environment.
- Champion a culture of transparency, accountability, and trust across all departments.
- Ensure financial stability while addressing community priorities.
What We’re Looking For:
- Unmatched Energy & Passion: You’re driven, dynamic, and excited to make an impact in a City that’s shaping its own destiny.
- Solutions-Oriented Leadership: You’ll solve complex financial challenges with creativity and insight, always focused on collaborative outcomes.
- Strategic Vision: You can think long-term while executing with precision the day-to-day financial decisions.
- Inspiration: You inspire teams, foster collaboration, and create an environment where innovative ideas thrive.
If you have a collaborative, forward-thinking mindset and are looking for an opportunity to be a part of a transformative developing community, we invite you to apply to the City of Gretna.
Applications are being accepted with first review beginning November 1st.Posted: September 17, 2025
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Do you enjoy working outdoors and have experience in grounds maintenance and would like to help take care of our parks and park facilities? If so, join our team working within our beautiful park system. This full-time position comes with a rewarding benefit package including: 12 paid Holidays, Vacation & Medical leave, Health/Dental Insurance, 6% 401A Retirement Match, clothing allowance and much more. Deadline to apply is September 30, 2025. Hourly pay is $22.93 with a 13 Step Pay Plan to $33.32. Application available at www.cityofkearney.org. The City of Kearney is an EOE.
Posted: September 17, 2025
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Under broad policy guidance of the City Administrator, the Assistant City Administrator performs high level administrative, technical and professional work in directing and supervising the administration of city government. This position is a leadership role that requires personal courage, unreproached integrity, personal confidence and intelligence, responsiveness to the needs of others, caring about and the enjoyment of working with people. Must be highly organized and able to simultaneously direct the activities and projects of multiple departments that are geographically dispersed within the City. To review the full job posting, please visit www.fremontne.gov/jobs.
Posted: September 16, 2025
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The City of Kearney is recruiting for the position of Police Officer. Interested candidates must be 21 years of age, a U.S. citizen and have a high school diploma or GED, plus one year work experience involving public contact or equal college level coursework and a valid driver’s license with no Felony, Domestic Violence, or Serious Misdemeanor convictions. Must possess good moral character as determined by thorough background investigation and meet the Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification Standards. A 60 minute residency
response time is required.
Both Non-Certified and Certified are encouraged to apply.
- Non-Certified $31.21 per hour and 40 hours of sick and vacation available on first day.
- Certified Nebraska Law Enforcement Officers, in good standing or out of state Law Enforcement Officers, with written letter of good standing from current employer, who meet all admission standards for the Nebraska Law
Enforcement Training Center (NLETC) and the out of state certification training curriculum is accepted by the NLETC, $31.21 - $43.55 per hour DOQ; $6,000 sign-on bonus with 2 years sworn law enforcement experience and 40 hours of sick and vacation available on first day. Deadline is Thursday, October 9, 2025. Application available at www.cityofkearney.org. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. EOE with Veteran’s preference.Posted: September 12, 2025
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Salary Range $3,966 - $5,434 per month
Location: City of Norfolk, NE
Status: Full-Time | Excellent Benefits Package
Application Deadline: First review of applications begins October 2; open until filled.
Under the direction of the Parks and Recreation Director, the Administrative Assistant performs a variety of responsible and confidential office duties, including administrative support, customer service, employee relations, recordkeeping, and assisting boards and committees. This position is key to the smooth operation of the Parks and Recreation Department.
Essential Job Functions: Provide administrative support to department leadership and staff; answer phones, assist the public, and coordinate meetings and events; draft and format documents, reports, and communications; process invoices, monitor budgets, and assist with payroll and employee records; manage reservations, registrations, and customer service for programs and facilities; support Parks & Recreation boards and committees (e.g., meeting prep and minutes); maintain department calendars, supplies, inventory, and website updates; assist with Aquatic Center front desk operations as needed; perform other duties as assigned; Spanish-speaking ability is desirable
How to Apply: Applications are available online at www.norfolkne.gov/humanresources or in person at:
Human Resources Office
309 N. 5th Street
Norfolk, NE 68701
Phone: (402) 844-2010
Submission Requirements
Please submit a completed application, resume, and cover letter for consideration.Posted: September 12, 2025
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The City of Kearney is recruiting for the position of Fire Engineer. High school diploma or GED plus two years as a firefighter, including one year as a fire pump operator and fire apparatus driver; must possess a valid Nebraska driver’s license; must possess State of Nebraska certification as a Firefighter I. Must complete Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator, ARFF and Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification within one year of employment maintaining active status with the State of Nebraska thereafter. A 30-minute residency response time is required. Hourly pay range is $21.60 - $31.38 DOQ. Deadline is Thursday, September 25, 2025. Application with process details available at www.cityofkearney.org. EOE with Veteran’s preference. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin or disability.
Posted: September 9, 2025
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The City of Kearney Public Works department is looking for a hard-working individual to join their team! Duties include journey-level maintenance of and construction on the City’s buildings. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the eighth grade and two years of experience in construction or maintenance work. Possession of valid Nebraska driver’s license with the ability to obtain a CDL with Air Brakes Certification within 6 months of hire. Intermediate computer skills required. A 30-minute residency response time is required. The City offers full benefits which includes 12 paid holidays, health/dental insurance, 6% 401A, Retirement Match, and more. Hourly pay: $25.29. Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. Application available at www.cityofkearney.org. The City of Kearney is an EOE.
Posted: September 5, 2025
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Urbandale is a thriving, growing community with bold plans to shape a vibrant future. As our next Management Analyst, you’ll play a direct role in advancing the goals of the City Council and helping the City Manager’s Office deliver exceptional value to residents and businesses. Under general direction of the City Manager and the Assistant City Manager, the Management Analyst provides support to all areas of municipal management. Typical responsibilities include management of special projects identified in the elected officials’ strategic planning, grant application and management, policy and fiscal analysis, report writing, customer service, and organizational efficiency and administration. This is an opportunity to launch or advance your career in local government management—where your work will matter from day one. Learn more and apply today at: https://events.urbandale.org/career/
Posted: September 4, 2025
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City Administrator, Dakota City
The City of Dakota City, Nebraska population of 2081 has a position open for an administrator. Salary is negotiable; based on experience and qualifications. Competitive benefits. The administrator is responsible for day-to-day operations of the city. The applicant should have strong skills in the areas of budget, finance, organizational skills, public safety, utilities, human resource management, and grant writing. Oversee the water/wastewater operations and street departments. A bachelor’s degree in business administration, related field of government, or commensurate education and experience is requested.
Interested candidates can submit resume to: City of Dakota City at 1511 Broadway Street P.O. Box 482 Dakota City Nebraska 68731. Please contact the city for a job description at 402-987-3448. Office hours are M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm. Will be accepting resumes until the position is filled. The City of Dakota City is an EOE.Posted: September 2, 2025
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The City of Kearney Utilities department, is seeking a knowledgeable and dependable individual to review engineered construction plans, perform onsite and field construction inspections, manage project documents and reporting. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma/GED; construction experience with civil engineering, strong computer experience preferred. Nebraska driver’s license required. The City offers full benefits which includes 12 paid holidays, health/dental insurance, 6% 401A. Retirement Match, and more. Hourly pay range: $28.43 - $41.30 DOQ. Application Deadline: Open Until Filled with 1st review on September 11, 2025. Application available at www.cityofkearney.org. The City of Kearney is an EOE.
Posted: August 28, 2025
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Are you a skilled mechanic who takes pride in your work? Join the City of Norfolk’s Street Division as an Equipment Mechanic and help keep our fleet and equipment running strong!
What You’ll Do: Work under the direction of the Street Shop Supervisor to perform repairs and maintenance on gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles, heavy construction equipment, and other power-driven tools. Tasks include tune-ups, welding, fabrication, engine overhauls, and small engine repairs. Experience with diagnostic equipment is a plus!
Preferred Skills: Mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience; Welding and fabrication; Small engine and diagnostic equipment knowledge; Preventive maintenance program participation.
Pay Range: $4,337 – $5,948 / month.
First Review of Applications: September 15. Position open until filled.
Apply now at: www.norfolkne.gov/humanresources. Or visit us in person at: 309 N. 5th Street, Norfolk, NE. Questions? Call (402) 844-2010. Join our team and help keep Norfolk moving forward! EOE.Posted: August 28, 2025
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Operate the county-city owned bookmobile, driving to various service locations; perform circulation tasks and maintain bookmobile. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school diploma or GED and one year of experience driving a commercial motor vehicle. Must be personable and enjoy working with patrons of all ages. Must possess a valid CDL with Air Brakes Certification. Benefits holiday, vacation, and medical leave. Hourly pay rate is $21.10 per hour. Deadline: Open Until Filled Application available at www.cityofkearney.org. The City of Kearney is an EOE.
Posted: August 26, 2025
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