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Mar 07, 2023

Life Guard (Seasonal)

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

External

Job Title:  Lifeguard (Seasonal)

Department:  Parks & Recreation

Hours:  Varies

Classification:  Hourly

Announcement Number: 23-06

Announcement Date:  March 7, 2023

Closing Date:  When Filled

Nature of Work:

This is a specialized seasonal position that is responsible for the general supervision and safety of patrons of the City Aquatics Facility by preventing and responding to emergencies, by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors, and enforcing safety rules. This position works under the general supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor. 

Essential Functions:

  • Monitors swimming pool and all related facilities during assigned shift to ensure and enforce safety codes and standards and prevent injuries and fatalities.
  • Caution swimmers regarding unsafe practices and maintains the authority to discipline and/or remove violators from City pool property.
  • Rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning.
  • Administers first aid and contacts emergency personnel immediately when necessary.
  • Inspects and maintains pool and swimming facility, including general cleaning duties to but not limited to, restrooms, showers, deck and pavilion.
  • Collects money from pool patrons for admittance.
  • Monitors patrons signing in to use pool and ensures an accurate maintenance of such lists.
  • Maintains all necessary records; writes and files reports on pool activities and specific incidents and accidents as required.
  • Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems.
  • Attends meetings and training sessions as required by Aquatics Supervisor.
  • These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive duties.  Other duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any given time at the discretion of the Aquatics Supervisor or Parks and Recreation Director.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Thorough knowledge of standard aquatics life saving procedures, including rescuing swimmers from drowning, instructing and discipline unsafe pool practices and administering first aid.
  • Thorough knowledge of First Aid instruction procedures and practices.
  • Thorough knowledge of CPR and other related life saving techniques.
  • Thorough knowledge of general swimming skills.
  • Ability to swim at a highly competent level for the purpose of rescuing others in danger of drowning.
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.
  • Ability to observe multiple patrons at a time, consistently scanning the environment.
  • Ability to identify and react quickly to emergencies or threats to patron safety and health.
  • Ability to communicate well with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.
  • Ability to prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, emergency personal, pool patrons and general public.

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Must possess a current Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR, AED & First Aid Certification.
  2. Must be at least 16 years of age.

(Lifeguard Certification classes will be held at the Guntersville Parks & Recreation Center on April 28, 2023 from 4PM – 9PM and April 29 & 30, 2023 from 8AM until 8 PM for both days.  All lifeguard candidates must attend all 3 days.  For more information about these classes contact Chris Gareri, Aquatics and Program Supervisor.)

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the ADA) expected of an incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of an incumbent.  An incumbent may be ask to perform other duties required.  This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and position responsibilities.  Nothing in the job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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 Personnel Office via hand delivery, US mail, fax, or email.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Mar 07

Head Swim Coach (Seasonal)

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

External

Job Title:  Head Swim Coach (Seasonal)

Department:  Parks & Recreation Department

Hours:  Varies    

Classification: Salary, Exempt

Announcement Number:  23-05

Announcement Date:  March 7, 2023

Closing Date:  When Filled

Nature of Work:

This is a specialized seasonal position to serve as the head of the Guntersville Swim Team under the general direction of the Aquatics Supervisor.  They should provide effective leadership and guidance to the competitive swim team, assistant coaches, and volunteers. The Head Swim Coach will be a role model for the athletes and serve as the public face for the Guntersville Swim Team, while adhering to safety protocols and enforcing the ARPA safe sport guideline.

Essential Functions:

  • Instruct students in rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of competitive swimming.
  • Organizes and leads structured individual and small group practice activities/exercises.
  • Creates thorough age appropriate workouts on technique, endurance, stroke development, drill, etc.
  • Assess swimmer’s skills; monitors students during competition and practice.
  • Performs administrative work relating to, but not limited to, practices, swim meet arrangements, and team performance.
  • Models sports like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards swimmers, officials, parents, and spectators.
  • Maintains equipment and assumes responsibility for its security.
  • Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment for swim team participants.
  • Attends all swim team events such as meets, meetings, social events, etc.
  • These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive duties.  Other duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any given time at the discretion of the Aquatics Supervisor or Parks and Recreation Director.  It may be done formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for this position:

  • Knowledge of rules, regulations, equipment, and technique of competitive swimming.
  • Knowledge of strokes and practice techniques.
  • Skilled in effectively coaching techniques and skill.
  • Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke and techniques.
  • Ability to plan and organize.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, parents, swimmers, spectators, and general public.
  • Ability to work flexible hours
  • Ability to perform all essential functions.

Minimum Qualification:

  • Must possess a current Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR, AED & First Aid Certification.
  • Prior coaching experience preferred.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the ADA) expected of an incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of an incumbent.  An incumbent may be ask to perform other duties required.  This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and position responsibilities.  Nothing in the job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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 Personnel Office via hand delivery, US mail, fax, or email.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Feb 24, 2023

Equipment Operator II

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

Internal/External

Announcement Date:  February 24, 2023

Closing Date:  Until Position is Filled

Announcement No.: 23-04

Job Title:  Equipment Operator II

Department: Street Maintenance Department

Shift:  1st

Classification:  Hourly, Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: 8

Nature of Work:

This is a skilled position responsible for operating light, medium, and heavy duty trucks and tractors, including manual labor, associated with construction and maintenance of City properties, streets, roads, easements, and right-of-ways.  Depending on assignment, may operate a variety of equipment such as truck equipped with dump bed, tractor equipped with attachments, trash loader truck, or sweet sweeper.  Also operates light powered equipment such as chain saw, sprayer, jack hammer, along with manual tools, in support of construction projects, routine maintenance, and removal of trees, brush, debris, or other hazards during both normal and outside work hours as directed by supervision.  Work is performed under the direction of designated Crew leader and reviewed by the Street/Maintenance Assistant Supervisor and under the general supervision of the Street/Maintenance Supervisor.

Essential Functions: 

(Essential functions listed for this position may vary depending upon assignment within the department.)

  • Operates trash loader truck and attachments; loads and hauls brush, debris, trash, and other materials to landfill.
  • Drives tractor with mower attachment in order to cut City property or right of way
  • Operates light trucks and dump trucks to transport and unload a variety of materials and equipment to a designated site.
  • Operates street sweeper.
  • Operates other powered equipment utilized in performance of assigned tasks.
  • Conducts pre-trip safety inspection, performs routine maintenance and minor field repairs or adjustments and required or needed.
  • Checks oil and fluid levels, tire pressure and condition, prior to operating.
  • Monitors gauges and other indicators for non-standard conditions when equipment is in operation.
  • Notifies supervisor of any mechanical or safety problems encountered.
  • Removes trees, bushes, brush, and debris from streets, roads, right of ways, bridges, culverts, and drains.
  • Performs manual labor associated with installing drainage tiles, concrete forming and pouring, and masonry work.
  • Patches potholes in asphalt.
  • Acts as flagman as required or needed.
  • Performs related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of motor driven equipment used in construction or maintenance activities.
  • Knowledge of applicable traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations.
  • Knowledge of manual labor associated with construction, maintenance, and repair of municipal streets, roads, and properties.
  • Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the operation of assigned equipment and associated manual labor tasks.
  • Skilled in the use of manual hand tools and operation of light powered equipment associated with municipality streets, roads, and property construction and maintenance.
  • Ability to operate light power equipment.
  • Ability to form, pour, and finish concrete and masonry work.
  • Ability to perform basic carpentry.
  • Ability to work non-standard hours, including overtime, with could include nights and weekends.
  • Ability to follow simple oral or written instructions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with supervisor, co-workers, general public, and those in contact with in the course of work.
  • Ability to perform essential functions of job with or without accommodation.

Physical Requirements:

  • Sufficient physical strength and endurance to perform manual labor associated loading and unloading trucks, clearing trees and debris; ability and to lift and carry at least 80 pounds.
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, stoop, stretch, reach, feel, grasp, handle, lift, push, pull, manual dexterity, talk to be heard above ambient noise, and visual acuity at a level to operate motor vehicles.
  • Stamina to work in very cold and hot temperatures, and inclement weather.
  • Ability to drive and operate equipment up to 8-10 hours a day.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Possess a valid State of Alabama Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class A preferred, or ability to obtain at least a Class B within approximately six (6) months of hire.
  • Must have driving record suitable for insurability.
  • At least six (6) months experience in operating medium to heavy tractors and trucks.

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 the City of Guntersville Personnel Department.  Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

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Feb 23

MEMORIAL DAY RECYCLING & GARBAGE SCHEDULE

ALL Recycling will be picked up on Tuesday May 30th.

Garbage pick-up schedule will be as normal with no changes.

                                  

Feb 01, 2023

Refuse Manager

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

(Internal)

Announcement Date:  February 1, 2023    

Closing Date:  February 15, 2023

Announcement Number:  23-03

Job Title:  Refuse Manager

Department:  Sanitation/Recycling

Hours:  1st Shift

FLSA Classification:  Salary, Exempt

Nature of Work

This is an administrative and supervisory position responsible for all activities, processes, and operations of the Sanitation and Recycling Departments of the City of Guntersville.  Work involves planning, assigning, and supervising the various operations of the sanitation and recycling departments which include residential and commercial refuse pickup, delivery to landfill, residential and commercial recycling pickup, and sorting and preparation of recyclable materials.  Supervision is also exercised in the automotive maintenance required for all vehicles and equipment used in these operations and over a number of non-skilled, semi-skilled, and skilled laborers, and supervisory subordinates.  Work is performed and reviewed under the general supervision of the Mayor.

Essential Functions:

  • Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises all activities and processes of the Sanitation and Recycling Departments; continuously makes field inspections of work crew and operations.
  • Promotes and makes recommendations for continuous improvement for the Sanitation and Recycling programs.
  • Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises maintenance and repair of trucks and equipment used within the department operations.
  • Trains, assigns, directs, schedules, supervises, and evaluates personnel.  Completes performance evaluations and disciplines personnel when necessary; makes recommendation to Human Resource Director when further disciplinary action is necessary. Recruits, interviews and makes recommendations for hire.
  • Participates in the development and management of department’s annual budget.
  • These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive duties.  Other duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any given time at the discretion of the Mayor.  It may be done formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Thorough knowledge of the equipment, materials, methods, and techniques used in the activities of the city’s sanitation and recycling departments.
  • Thorough knowledge of state and city codes, ordinances, and laws regarding solid waste and recyclable pickup and disposal.
  • Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the operations of assigned equipment associated with the daily activities in the city’s sanitation and recycling departments.
  • Considerable knowledge of the geography and the street and highway systems of the City.
  • Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of effective management.
  • Skilled in basic computer operations to include applicable software.
  • Excellent truck driving/maneuvering skills.
  • Ability to effectively plan, organize, coordinate, and direct department programs.
  • Ability to effectively supervise subordinate employees and ability to build effective teams to accomplish daily task.
  • Ability to communicate and understand the English language; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective and respectful working relationships with elected officials, supervisors, co-workers, subordinate employees, vendors, customers, general public, and those contacted in the course of work.
  • Ability to analyze and prepare required reports, records, and information.
  • Ability to make decisions with sound judgement.
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to work overtime, including weekends and holiday when necessary.
  • Ability to perform all essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Currently hold a valid Alabama Drivers License with driving record suitable for insurability; Class A or B CDL preferred.
  • Graduation from an accredited high school or G.E.D. equivalent; 3-5 years of any combination of experience and training in solid waste pickup and disposal, or related field, to include supervisory experience.

Physical Requirements:

  • Sufficient physical strength to occasionally lift and carry at least 60 pounds; ability to frequently sit, walk, stand, kneel, bend, squat, climb, push, pull, and reach.
  • Ability to work in very cold and hot temperatures and to work in inclement weather.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the ADA) expected of an incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of an incumbent.  An incumbent may be ask to perform other duties required.  This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and position responsibilities.  Nothing in the job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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 the Personnel Department.  Applications will be accepted until 4:30pm on February 15th 2023.

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Jan 30, 2023

Detention/Booking Officer

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

(Internal/External)

Announcement Date:  January 29, 2023     

Closing Date:  When Position is Filled

Announcement Number:  23-02

Job Title:  Detention/Booking Officer

Department:  Police Dept.

Shift:  Rotating

Classification:  Hourly  

Nature of Work

This is a semi-skilled position performing a variety of duties involving the operation and security of the Municipal Jail.  Employees in this position book inmates in accordance with established procedures and assume responsibility of custody, care, and welfare of inmates on an assigned shift.  Also, involves the monitoring, security, record keeping, and releasing of inmates. Work is performed under the supervisor of the shift Lieutenant/Sergeant. 

Essential Functions:

  1. Completes all booking procedures of inmates including arrest reports, fingerprinting, mug shots, and medical screening forms.
  2. Receive inmate’s personal property, properly log in and out.
  3. Allow inmates to make phone calls.
  4. Insure inmates receive three meals a day.
  5. Monitors inmates and maintains order in Municipal jail as needed.  Isolates inmates according to offense or those with severe mental and medical problems when necessary.
  6. Monitors inmates’ actions to determine health and safety; arranges transportation for ill inmates needing medical attention; dispenses medication when prescribed; issue clean bedding.
  7. Assign trustee work assignments to do routine cleaning, painting, and scrubbing empty cells after use; monitor work.
  8. Maintain jail areas and insure windows and doors are secure; monitor fire alarms, smoke detectors and security cameras.
  9. Check periodically to insure fire extinguishers and emergency lights are functional.
  10. Conduct bed checks and cell searches for contraband and inmate counts.
  11. Brief other detention/booking officers of any problems.
  12. Monitors sentences and insure that the time is up on a jail sentence, that the inmate is properly identified, and that the correct inmate is being released.
  13. Insure that inmates sign for personal property when released; advise inmates of charges and bond amounts.
  14. When discharging, check for holds on inmate by other departments.  Insure inmates sign bonds when required before release; verify and insures validity of all bonds that are presented and orders to release inmates.
  15. Completes daily reports and perform daily maintenance inspections.
  16. Participate in training activities.
  17. Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
  18. Performs related work as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  1. Knowledge of jail security, inmate rights, first aid, and departmental policies.
  2. Some knowledge of the procedural laws governing confinement, intake, and release of inmates, and the principles of penal institutional management including enforcement of discipline.
  3. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  4. Ability to work flexible hours.
  5. Ability to deal with possible mentally disturbed, violent, hostile, and suicidal inmates and generally stressful situations.
  6. Ability to work effectively in stressful, emergency or highly emotional situations.
  7. Ability to read and understand SOP and keep prisoners informed.
  8. Ability to use all necessary equipment to maintain security, prevents accidents, and responds in an emergency.
  9. Ability to type, prepare forms, and to make phone calls.
  10. Ability to deal firmly and tactfully with prisoners and the general public.
  11. Ability to establish and maintain effective and respectful working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, general public and those contacted in the course of work.
  12. Ability to perform essential functions of job.

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
  2. Must possess a valid Drivers’ License with driving record suitable for insurability.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the ADA) expected of an incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of an incumbent.  An incumbent may be ask to perform other duties required.  This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and position responsibilities.  Nothing in the job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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