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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Duties: Under the direction of the Cuming County Economic Development Board, the Executive Director coordinates all activities, programs and operations in an efficient and effective manner. The Executive Director implements activities focusing on the retention and expansion of existing businesses, assisting in the startup and attracting of new businesses, and creating jobs while preserving the quality of life in Cuming County, Nebraska, and each of its four municipalities.

Qualifications: Prefer experience with budget preparation, public relations, strategic planning, business development, fund raising and knowledge of grant writing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficient computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office programs and QuickBooks; excellent listening and communication skills; ability to be bonded; ability to maintain confidentiality; work with and manage volunteers; read and write proficiently; time management skills; public presentation skills. Should also be able to establish and maintain effective working relations with leaders in all the communities in the county, board members, volunteers and members of the public; establish and maintain effective contacts and working relations with state, regional and national economic development officials. Should also be available for flexible working hours and travel.

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited four year college or university and experience in economic or community development preferred; a combination of education and experience will be considered. Any professional economic development trainings are a plus.

Position: Full-time, Compensation negotiable, based on experience and skills. County benefit package provided. Director required to establish residence in Cuming County within three months of hire.

For complete job description contact: Bonnie Vogltance 200 S Lincoln St, Rm 100, West Point, NE 68788

To Apply: Submit cover letter, resume, salary history and at least three professional references no later than 4:30 pm Central Time, Friday, November 23rd to: Cuming County Economic Development Board, Attn: Bonnie Vogltance, 200 S Lincoln St, Rm 100, West Point, NE 68788, or electronically to clerk@cumingcounty.ne.gov

For information about Cuming County please visit our Web Site www.cumingco.com

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUBJECT TO VETERAN’S PREFERENCE

Posted Nov. 2, 2018
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The Creighton Economic Development Board is seeking a dynamic individual to promote the City of Creighton, Nebraska and its surrounding rural area. This individual will be responsible for: attracting new businesses; encouraging current business retention and expansion; promoting youth retention and attraction; maintaining collaborative working relationships with, among, and between various community organizations; and providing leadership to an eager volunteer group. A complete job description is available upon request.

Qualifications: Experience in Economic Development or related areas preferred. Strong consideration will be given to the candidate possessing leadership skills and a vision for the future of Creighton.

Wages: Based upon qualifications. Up to 30 hours per week. Laptop provided.

Residency: Creighton or its surrounding area

How to Apply: Cover letter and resume with at least three professional references may be sent;

by mail to:
Creighton Economic Development Board
PO Box 188
Creighton, NE 68729
or by e-mail to:
ccreigh@gpcom.net

Posted Nov. 8, 2018
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City of Wayne Municipal Utilities is currently accepting applications for a Lineman I position. A minimum of 5 year’s experience in the electrical field or technical school graduate is preferred. Examples of work: Participates in construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission lines; sets poles, strings wire, and hangs or installs transformers, lightning arresters, cut-outs, cross arms and insulators and related components; performs most skilled lineman tasks in constructing 2,400 to 13,000 volt lines; and monthly meter reading. Pay range will be $19.36 - $27.18. Starting pay will be based on prior experience and certifications. Applications and job description are available at the City of Wayne, 306 Pearl Street, Wayne, NE 68787. Applications are due by 11/30/18 and should be returned to Betty McGuire, City Clerk, with applicable resume. City of Wayne is an EOE. For more information, call 402-375-2896 and ask for Tim Sutton, Electric Distribution Superintendent.

Posted Nov. 1, 2018
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City of Grant, Nebraska is seeking a City Administrator. Grant is a second class city with a population of 1,165 and is located in western Nebraska. A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or a related field is preferred but not required. Strong knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, planning and management required. Excellent benefit package. Salary range $40,000 to $65,000 depending on experience.
Submit a cover letter, resume, a list of three professional references with contact information to the following address:
City of Grant
PO Box 614
Grant, NE 69140
(308) 352-2100
treas@gpcom.net

A job description and additional information are available by contacting City Clerk Jessie Faber at the above telephone number or email. Application information should be submitted by regular mail before Dec. 3, 2018. Grant is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted Oct. 26, 2018
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City of Gordon, NE (Pop. 1612) is accepting applications for the position of City Manager. Gordon has been a Council-City Manager form of government since 1950. The City Manager reports to the City Council and oversees all departments and phases of municipal government. Successful candidate must possess good written and verbal communication skills, as well as good organizational and interpersonal skills. Applicant needs to be highly motivated with a great work ethic. Administration or related field and minimum of one year experience in government or related private field. These basic requirements may be waived in favor of comparable experience, and are at the sole discretion of the City Council. This is a full-time exempt position with full benefits. Salary negotiated based on qualifications and experience.
Position remains open until filled. Send resume, 3 references, and transcripts to City Manager Search, City of Gordon, PO Box 310, Gordon, NE 69343 or you may email the requested documents to buchank@gordon-ne.us. Phone: 308-282-0837.
If you are looking for a small, friendly, progressive community to raise your family – one with a great school system, excellent hunting and fishing opportunities, beautiful 9 hole grass/green golf course, challenges and opportunities – we’re just what you are looking for!! City of Gordon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted Oct. 24, 2018
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Plattsmouth, NE seeks qualified applicants for Director of Public Works. Department head with responsibility for fiscal management, administration, and operational direction of the City’s public works and utilities activities and functions; provides expert professional assistance to City management in areas of expertise, including engineering, municipal water, wastewater collection, and street and landscape maintenance; and performs related duties as required. Job description and applications available at www.plattsmouth.org. Open until filled. EOE with veteran’s preference.

Placed Oct. 19, 2018
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City of Seward accepting applications until filled for Electric Lineman First Class. Application review begins November 8, 2018. Pay range: $23.73 - $30.05 per hour, with benefits; Applicant must be high school graduate or equivalent & have the equivalent of technical training received in an associate degree program in electric utility maintenance; will perform & participate in construction, installation, maintenance & repair of electric distribution & transmission lines & other related work; Applicant must possess: Class B CDL license (or ability to obtain within 6 mos.); knowledge of approved methods, materials & tools used in electric line work; knowledge of principles of electric theory which apply to electric distribution & transmission systems; Application & job description available at Seward City Hall, 537 Main St.; P. O. Box 38; Seward NE 68434 (402-643-2928) or can be downloaded at City’s website: www.CityofSewardNE.gov; Reasonable accommodations are available for persons needing assistance in completing application & should be made at time of application. All positions of employment with the City of Seward are subject to a Veteran’s Preference. The City of Seward is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted Oct. 18, 2018
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The City of Hastings, Nebraska is accepting applications for a Production Engineer. Individual will perform a variety of work associated with all aspects of design, construction, operation and maintenance of utility installations for the electric power plants, various buildings and structures. The successful candidate will work closely with the Utility Engineering Director and staff and represent and the department at engineering meetings. This position will supervise maintenance and electric instrument & controls departments; supervise projects and department personnel in the performance of their duties.
Minimum Qualifications
 A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering from an accredited university or college,
 A minimum of five (5) years of engineering experience,
 A valid driver’s license, and
 Must be able to respond within 30 minutes. (Residency Requirement: 30 minutes from duty station, per Google Maps, within six months of date of hire.)
Utility company environment and supervisory experience is preferred.
Salary range
$85,945.60 - $116,332.32 per year plus excellent benefit package.
Hours
Full-time, salaried position
Deadline to apply
Open until filled with first review date of November 19, 2018.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a City of Hastings Application and Resume. Application available at www.cityofhastings.org/ProdEng18 and in Human Resources, 1228 N. Denver Ave, Hastings, NE 68901. A full job description is available online.
Contact Lori Hartman at hr@cityofhastings.org or 402-462-3533 with questions.
EOE/M/F/D/Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace/E-verify Participant/ This position is subject to veteran's preference per Neb. statute 48-225 thru 48-227.

Posted Oct. 18, 2018
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The City of Grand Island seeks an innovative, visionary, dynamic and proven leader who is a superior manager and communicator to serve as City Administrator. Grand Island, a community of more than 52,400, is a growing community that fosters cultural and economic opportunities for its residents. The current overall City budget is $204.2 million in total appropriations including a $35.9 million general fund budget. The city employs approximately 518 full time City employees. The ideal candidate would have previous experience in a senior administrative and managerial capacity in a municipality or other government entities. A bachelor’s degree with major course work in Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Finance or a related field is required.

The salary range is $150,943.20 - $176,242.55 annually commensurate with experience and qualifications. An outstanding benefit package is included. For more information about this exceptional opportunity, please visit www.grand-island.com/jobs. EEO/AE/M/F/D/V/G

Posted Oct. 17, 2018
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Village of Nickerson has an opening for Clerk / Treasurer. It's a salary & bonded position with flexible hours. Must attend the monthly board meeting, second Monday of every month at 7:00 pm. Experience in taking minutes of meetings, maintaining records, communicating with the public, willingness to learn knowledge in local government practices and regulations. Strong accounting knowledge, ability to work with CPA a must.
For a longer description contact Nettie @ 402-727-7307. Send resumes to P O Box 7, Nickerson, NE 68044

Posted Oct. 10, 2018
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City of Hastings, Nebraska is seeking applicants for a Process Financial Analyst. Individual is responsible for financial and data analytics of the Utilities department. Analytics will include cash flow (NPV), Return on Investment (ROI), Return on Expense (ROE), as well as economic sensitivity analysis. This individual’s role will be aligned with process improvement initiatives with a focus on standardizing key processes with a focus on evaluating cost and cost improvement opportunities. This position will also be involved in evaluating the return on investment (ROI) and risk of various process improvement projects and evaluating the overall project portfolio. Analytical responsibilities will also extend to critical capital projects, customer utility rates development, and external customer marketing initiatives (e.g. development of renewables, capacity sales, and demand-side management efforts).
Minimum Qualifications
 A Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field, plus a minimum of five (5) years of related work experience with the financial aspects of quality improvement projects, lean manufacturing, or Lean Six Sigma
OR
 A Master’s degree, and three (3) years of related experience.
Strong non-degreed candidates with significant, demonstrated experience may be considered.
Salary range
$65,308 - $91,041 per year plus excellent benefit package.
Hours
Full-time, salaried position
Deadline to apply
Open until filled with first review date of November 4, 2018.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a City of Hastings Application and Resume. Application available at www.cityofhastings.org/Analyst18 and in Human Resources, 1228 N. Denver Ave, Hastings, NE 68901. A full job description is available online.
Contact Lori Hartman at hr@cityofhastings.org or 402-462-3533 with questions.
EOE/M/F/D/Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace/E-verify Participant/ This position is subject to veteran's preference per Neb. statute 48-225 thru 48-227.

Posted Oct. 5, 2018
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City of Red Cloud is seeking applicants for the position of Utility/City Superintendent. This is a supervisory position for overseeing all departments within the City's jurisdiction. Checks to make sure municipal-owned utilities remain in operational condition; schedules and assigns work to subordinates; supervises and works with employees in all departments; ensures tests at the wastewater, wells and power plant are properly conducted in accordance with State and Federal regulations; performs and oversees preventive maintenance and repairs at wastewater plant, power plant and wells as well as on all public works equipment; oversees maintenance and repairs of streets in terms of snow removal, sign placements and construction and repair of streets; monitors and maintains all water and sewer lines; directs the operation of the landfill and C & D Site; ensures compliance of the Compost Site, C & D Site as required by the Department of Environmental Quality; record keeping; issues building permits; serves as Civil Defense Director and performs other duties as required by the Mayor and City Council. Experience with utilities preferred But not mandatory. This is a full-time position with an excellent benefit package. Salary will be based on experience. Please contact the City Office for additional information 402-746-2215 or e-mail citysue@gpcom.net. Resumes may be delivered, mailed or e-mailed to City of Red Cloud, 540 North Webster Street, Red Cloud, NE 68970. The application period \vill remain open until the position is filled. The City of Red Cloud is an EOE.

Posted Oct. 4, 2018
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City of Hastings, Nebraska is seeking applicants for an Assistant City Engineer. Individual will assist in the overall management and administration in the design and construction of streets, trails, storm sewer, bridges, sewers, water main, and other public facilities. Successful candidate will provide professional engineering services and technical oversight in traffic engineering, subdivision review, planning capital improvements, engineering, design, and construction observations. Work involves addressing questions and requests from developers, contractors, architects, engineers, and the public.
Requirements include:
A bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
A minimum of two years of related experience.
Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Nebraska or have the ability to obtain throughreciprocity prior to hire.
Computer-Aided-Design (CAD), engineering technology, civil engineering, or closely relatedtraining/experience.
Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain prior to hire.
Must be physically capable of moving about on construction work sites.
Salary range: $56,195 - $79,258 plus excellent benefit package. Hours: Full-time, salaried position
Deadline to apply: Open until filled.
How to Apply: Submit a City of Hastings Application and Resume by the deadline.
Application available at www.cityofhastings.org/AsstEng18 and in Human Resources, 1228 N. Denver Ave, Hastings, NE 68901. A full job description is available online.
Contact Kim Woolery at kwoolery@cityofhastings.org or 402-461-2313 with questions.
EOE/M/F/D/Veteran's Preference/Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace/E-verify Participant/ This position is subject to veteran's preference per Neb. statute 48-225 thru 48-227.

Posted Oct. 4, 2018
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City Of Grand Island is accepting applications for candidates who are interested in testing for Firefighter/EMT and/or Firefighter/Paramedic. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED. A list of licensures and certifications are located in the job description. Candidates must provide the required documents in order to be eligible to test. Testing is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, November 17, 2018.

Salary Ranges: Firefighter/EMT: $15.10-$21.92 per hour Firefighter/Paramedic: $17.02-$24.04 per hour plus great benefits. Candidates are subject to a background check. For more detailed information and to apply, visit www.grand-island.com/jobs. Candidates who are interested in testing must submit their applications by Nov. 1, 2018 at 3 pm. EO/AAE/M/F/D/V/G

Posted Oct. 4, 2018
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City of Hastings, Nebraska is seeking applicants for an Electrical Engineer. Individual will perform a variety of professional engineering work associated with electric power plants, electric substations, electric transmissions and distribution networks, SCADA (System Control and Data Acquisition), communication systems, and Pollution Control Facility.
Minimum Qualifications:
 A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
 Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid driver’s license.
Preferred:
 Two years of increasingly responsible experience in the electrical engineering industry.
 Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Nebraska.
Salary range: $81,702 - $112,409 plus excellent benefit package.
Hours: Full-time, salaried position
Deadline to apply: Open until filled with first review date of October 22, 2018.
How to Apply: Submit a City of Hastings Application and Resume.
Application available at www.cityofhastings.org/ElecEng18 and in Human Resources, 1228 N. Denver Ave, Hastings, NE 68901. A full job description is available online.
Contact Kim Woolery at kwoolery@cityofhastings.org or 402-461-2313 with questions.
EOE/M/F/D/Veteran's Preference/Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace/E-verify Participant/ This position is subject to veteran's preference per Neb. statute 48-225 thru 48-227.

Posted Oct. 4, 2018
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The City of Laurel, Nebraska (“City”) is seeking applicants for the Economic Development Coordinator (“EDC”) position with the City. The City is seeking EDC applicants interested in either full time or part time employment. The EDC position involves performing a variety of routine and complex administrative, technical, and professional duties in the preparation and implementation of economic development plans, programs, and services for the City. A successful applicant should demonstrate strong leadership, finance, economic development, and public relations skills.

Competitive benefits. Starting salary dependent on applicant qualifications and increased after initial six (6) month probation period. Successful applicant must either live in the Laurel, Nebraska area or be willing to move to the Laurel, Nebraska area before expiration of the probation period. All offers of employment are conditional upon, and subject to, successful completion of a drug screening and background check including driving record.

Full Job Description is available at the City Offices, 101 W. 2nd Street, Laurel, Nebraska 68745. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and two (2) work-related references to laurelca@abbnebraska.com or by mailing to PO Box 248, Laurel, Nebraska 68745. If confidentiality is requested, please note in application materials. Position will remain open until filled. Application review will begin Nov. 1, 2018. The City of Laurel, Nebraska is EOE.

Village of Arcadia is looking for a full-time utility worker to help with garbage route, mowing, weed eating, snow removal and other duties as specified by Utilities Superintendent. Must be at least 18 years old and have valid Nebraska driver’s license. Competitive wage based on experience. References required. Pick up application at Village Office, 110 W Bridge Street, Arcadia. Applications accepted until position is filled. EOE. Call 308-789-6552 for questions.

Posted Nov. 16, 2018
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