Job Announcement:
Town of St. Johnsbury
Accepting Applications for Community Resource Officer
St. Johnsbury is known for its historic character, strong community spirit, cultural attractions, and access to Vermont's natural beauty in the Northeast Kingdom.
Minimum Requirements:
- Applicants will have a high school diploma or equivalent. An associate or bachelor’s degree in human services, criminal justice, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience in community engagement, parking enforcement, or public service is desirable, but willing to train the right applicant.
- This position requires the candidate to work independently and in all weather conditions.
Job Description/General Duties:
This unique position blends community outreach with parking enforcement, helping to keep our neighborhood safe, welcoming, and accessible for all. The Community Resource Officer acts as a bridge between local government services and the public, fostering trust, promoting public safety, and supporting community members' access to vital resources.
This position is responsible for monitoring and enforcing local parking ordinances, issuing warnings and citations for violations, assisting in resolving parking disputes and concerns, and providing civil fingerprinting services. The ideal candidate will serve as a resource and provide information on the Town’s programs to owners, residents, businesses, the general public, and other Town departments. A positive attitude, strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and multitasking ability are desired.
Benefits:
The Town of St. Johnsbury offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development and specialized training.
Hiring Process:
- The hiring process for this position includes an application review,
- A panel interview.
- A comprehensive background investigation.
- Final selection will be contingent upon successfully completing all required steps in the hiring process.
The Town of St. Johnsbury is an equal opportunity employer.
Please direct questions regarding this position to rwaterhouse@stjvt.com
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