City of Guntersville

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Jan 20, 2021

Communications Officer (Dispatcher)

Job Title: Communications Officer (Dispatcher)

Department: Police Dept.

Shift: Rotating

Pay Grade: PS Grade 3 ($13.58 – $19.82)

Announcement Number: 21-02

Announcement Date: January 19, 2021

Closing Date: When Position is Filled

Essential Functions:
1. Responsible for receiving, processing, and documenting all calls for service for the Police Department from the public and relaying the information to the appropriate source for assistance.
2. Works with CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch), telephones, radios, recording equipment, etc.
3. Assist Jailer as needed.
4. Performs related work as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
2. Considerable knowledge of the geography and the highway and street systems of the City.
3. Some knowledge of local ordinances and laws.
4. Some knowledge of police terminology.
5. Skilled in the operation of computers, multi-line phones, and electronic data processing.
6. Skilled in handling emergency calls calmly, detecting the scope and magnitude of an emergency; dealing sympathetically with callers and ability to make rapid decisions under emergency conditions.
7. Ability to be helpful, courteous, and deal tactfully with the citizens of Guntersville.
8. Ability to prioritize incoming messages and determine most urgent need.
9. Ability to handle multi-tasks.
10. Ability to handle stressful situations.
11. Ability to achieve and maintain NCIC certification.
12. Ability to communicated clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
13. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, general public, and those in contact in course of work.
14. Ability to perform all essential job functions.
15. Must have a valid Alabama Driver’s License.
16. Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Any combination of experience and training equivalent to some experience in office work and/or radio communications.
3. Personal background record free of criminal convictions.
4. Must be able to pass physical and drug screening.

Desirable Qualifications:
1. One year of dispatching experience preferred.

Application Process:
Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave., Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org. Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to Ms. Renea Bradley Rowan, Personnel Director. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.


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Jan 14, 2021

Street/Maintenance Laborer

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

Job Title: Laborer

Department: Street/Maintenance

Shift: 1st

Classification: Hourly, Grade 6 ($11.23-16.40)

Announcement Number: 21-01 

Announcement Date:  January 15, 2021

Closing Date:  Until Position is Filled

Essential Functions:

  1. Operate light powered machines used in public works such as power lawn mowers, weed eaters, hand tools, and similar equipment.
  2. Use shovels and similar hand tools and simple power tools to remove refuse from streets; remove limbs and leaves from streets, right-of-ways and drainage.
  3. Perform foot detail for manual sweeping, cleaning, or litter pickup.
  4. Perform limited custodial work, policing areas and grounds, mowing, raking and other manual tasks.
  5. Performs related work as assigned or required

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  1. Knowledge of grounds maintenance and detail work.
  2. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools.
  3. Skilled in the use of manual cleaning equipment, rakes, shovels, and brooms.
  4. Skilled in the operation of light power equipment
  5. Ability to make simple field repairs and adjustments to assigned equipment.
  6. Ability to follow simple oral or written instructions.
  7. Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime when required.
  8. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, general public, and those in contact in the course of work.
  9. Ability to perform all essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have a driving record suitable for insurability.

Physical Requirements:

  1. Sufficient physical strength to lift and carry at least 80 pounds and to walk for extended periods of time.
  2. Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform manual labor, work in very

cold and very hot temperatures, and work in inclement weather.

Application Process:

Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave., Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org. Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to Ms. Renea Bradley Rowan, Personnel Director. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

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Nov 10, 2020

Recycling Coordinator/Administrative Assistant

Job Title: Recycling Coordinator/Administrative Assistant
Department: General
Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Announcement Number: 20-18
Announcement Date: October 22, 2020
Closing Date: When Position is Filled


Essential Functions:
 Promote The City of Guntersville Recycling Program by education, event
planning, local news media, social media, and other means necessary.
 Serve as Guntersville’s Keep America Beautiful Affiliate Representative.
 Coordinate with local schools and civic organizations to provide community
education about recycling, anti-litter, and Keep America Beautiful programs and
events.
 Prepare grant applications to fund recycling program or program enhancements;
Completes paperwork, record keeping, monitors and/or submits reports to fulfill
grant requirements.
 Identify or investigate new opportunities for materials to be collected and
recycled.
 Identify and resolve costumer service issues.
 Submit quarterly solid waste reports to State of Alabama.
 Assist in the compliance of state ADEM and federal EPA regulations related to
solid waste management and municipal ordinance compliance.
 Maintain records and coordinate training as required by ADEM for all landfill
operators.
 Performs a variety of administrative activities in support of departmental
operations, which include: answering phone, taking messages, and transmitting
messages; responding to request for information; filing; making copies; typing of
documents; responding to walk-in customer inquiries.
 Receives, reviews, and processes applications for permitting and licensing as
needed; Prepares, and/or processes permitting and licensing billings, fees, and
payments.
 Performs related work as assigned or required.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 Some knowledge of City of Guntersville Recycling Program, ordinances, and
guidelines.
 Knowledge of grant writing.
 Proficient in Microsoft Office, internet, and applicable software.
 Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
 Excellent oral and written communication skills.
 Excellent organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
 Ability to perform routine clerical and secretarial tasks, including the use of copy
machine, calculator, and multi-line telephone.
 Ability to professionally represent the City to the general public, outside groups,
organizations, and associations.
 Ability to facilitate proper and efficient record keeping.
 Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate, and oversee recycling and anti-litter events.
 Ability to read and interpret federal, state, and city regulations and ordinances
relating to recycling, liter, and solid waste.
 Ability to work flexible hours to include weekends.
 Ability to attend training and professional/public meetings as required.
 Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with
supervisors, co-workers, subordinates, organizations, associations, general public,
and those contacted in the course of work.
 Ability to perform essential job functions.


Minimum Qualifications:
 Graduation from an accredited high school or G.E.D equivalent. Associates
degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
 Possess a valid State of Alabama driver’s license with driving record suitable
for insurability.


Physical Requirements:
 Ability to lift and carry at least 20 pounds; ability to walk, kneel, squat, bend,
push, pull, and to sit for prolong periods of time at desk.


Application Process:
Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341
Gunter Avenue, Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www. guntersvilleal.org.
Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to Ms. Renea Bradley
Rowan, Personnel Director. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.


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Jul 31, 2020

Police Officer

***JOB ANNOUCEMENT***

Job Title:  Police Officer

Department:  Police Dept.

Shift:  Rotating

Classification:  Hourly, Non-Exempt, Grade 5

Announcement No.: 20-13

Announcement Date:    July 31, 2020

Closing Date:  Until Position is Filled

The City of Guntersville currently has an opening for a Certified Police Officer or Non- Certified Police Officer.  The primary duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to the following:

Essential Functions:

Protect lives and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances.  Patrols a designated area of the city on foot or in a radio equipped car to preserve law and order.  Answers call and complaints and responds to fires, automobile accidents, robberies, and other misdemeanors and felonies. Investigates criminal and civil complaints and attempts to make a proper disposition or directs them to the proper authorities.   Administers first aid, conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witnesses, makes arrest and takes prisoners to jail.  Operates a variety of equipment used in police work including Breathalyzer machine, mobile or base two-way radio, traffic radar unit, computers and other related or assigned equipment.  Performs related accident investigation, interviews witnesses, gathers information, performs investigation to help determine the cause of accident, and prepares detailed accident investigation report; makes arrest and transport prisoners to jail; testify as a witness in court when necessary.   Maintains required records and reports of activities and events while on duty.   Give advice on laws and ordinance as well as general information to the public in a general forum, special event, or individual.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of modern police operations, principles, practices, and procedures and have the ability to apply this knowledge to specific situations.  Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws as they pertain to law enforcement.  Knowledge of pertinent laws and ordinances, department rules and regulations, and ability to enforce them impartially and professionally.  Knowledge of the geography of the city or ability to acquire this knowledge.   Ability to establish effective working relationship with supervisors, peers, outside agencies, and the general public.  Ability to enforce the law fairly and impartially with tact and courtesy or firmness necessary.  Ability to use a computer and computer programs necessary for job performance.  Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.  Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.  Ability to perform duties requiring physical endurance and agility frequently under adverse and dangerous conditions.  Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies.  Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and conditions.  Ability to have and maintain physical requirements as specified by department policy. Ability to exhibit professionalism at all times.   Skill in the use and care of firearms, vehicles, and other assigned police equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Graduation from an accredited high school or G.E.D. equivalent.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment.
  • Must possess a valid unrestricted Driver’s License with a driving record suitable for insurability.
  • Non-certified applicants must successfully complete, with passing score, the ACTS WorkKeys Assessment Basic Agility Test (BAT) unless the applicant possess an Associates Degree or higher from an accredited SACS college/university.
  • Must possess a State of AL Peace Officers Law Enforcement Certification or obtain a lateral academy (APOST) certification at the earliest opportunity or must successfully complete police academy minimum certification within a specified time from date of appointment.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours.
  • Must present good evidence of good moral character as attested by background investigation
  • Willing to wear appropriate uniforms and safety equipment.
  • Willing to participate in continuing educational activities to acquire and maintain credentials.

Necessary Special Requirements:

All applicants should be prepared to complete the Alabama Peace Officers Standards & Training Commissions’ Ability and Agility Course.  Completion of the standard course will be mandatory to continue to the next phase of the process for ALL applicants.

Application Process:

Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave., Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org. Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to Ms. Renea Bradley Rowan, Personnel Director.  Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

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Jul 31, 2020

School Crossing Guard (PT/Seasonal)

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

Job Title:  School Crossing Guard (Part Time/Seasonal)

Department:  Police Dept.

Classification:  Hourly

Announcement No.:  20-02

Announcement Date:  July 23, 2020

Closing Date: Until Position is Filled

The City of Guntersville currently has an opening for School Crossing Guard.  This is a part-time, seasonal position.  The essential functions and knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to the following:

Essential Functions:

  1. Traffic control to ensure safety of students entering and exiting school by using hand signals, signs, or flags.
  2. Ensure students are made award of hazards that may be posed to them when crossing street, without paying attention to the surroundings.
  3. Stops and warns unsafe drivers of traffic laws and safety concerns as needed.
  4. Reports to SRO or school official any unsafe, unusual, or suspicious activity that is noticed around school parking lots or grounds.
  5. Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  1. Knowledge of traffic and pedestrian laws, rules, and regulations and ability to demonstrate such knowledge.
  2. Knowledge of crosswalks, road entrance and exits, and traffic flow patterns at designated school locations.
  3. Ability to communicate effectively, courteously, and tactfully with the general public.
  4. Ability to establish and maintain and effective working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, school officials, teachers, bus drivers, general public and those in contact in the course of work.
  5. Ability to control traffic flow while escorting pedestrians across road.
  6. Ability to react calmly and quickly to emergency situations.
  7. Ability to learn from observation.
  8. Ability to report to work 2 shifts daily (morning and afternoon) and to provide regular and predictable attendance.
  9. Ability to work a flexible schedule and report to early dismissals as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
  2. Must have a valid Alabama Driver’s License.

Physical Requirements:

  1. Must be able to stand for long periods of time and to perform crossing guard duties in any weather condition.

Application Process

Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave., Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.Guntersvilleal.org.  Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to Ms. Renea Bradley Rowan, Personnel Director.  Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

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