City of Bethlehem

Seasonal Golf Course Groundskeeper

Department: Golf Course
Type of Position: Full-time, seasonal
Salary/Pay Rate: $16.71 per hour
Deadline to Apply: ongoing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent; must be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license; minimum of 1 year landscaping experience preferred.
REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a criminal background investigation and pre-employment physical.
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED: This position assists Golf Course employees with maintenance of the Course including mowing and landscaping between the months of March through November.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Mows greens, tees, fairways, and rough; operates small equipment including string trimmers, hedge trimmers, and rake.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Must have the ability to operate mowers; lift up to 50 lbs.; and ablility to be flexible with scheduling including ½ days, weekends, and early morning shifts starting at 5:30 a.m.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should send a resume or application to jobs@bethlehem-pa.gov or mail to City of Bethlehem, Human Resources Bureau, 10 E. Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Engineering Assistant

Department: PW/Engineering
Type of Position: Full-time
Salary/Pay Rate: $57,000 - $75,000 based on education and experience
Deadline to Apply: ongoing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of a standard high school required, college and/or advance level courses in construction, Auto CAD and Civil Engineering preferred; minimum of one year of experience in construction, concrete, asphalt and utility construction; valid driver’s license; or equivalent experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a criminal background investigation and pre-employment physical.
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED: This position is responsible for engineering duties including surveying, inspecting construction projects, and assisting in construction project management.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Assists in preparation of construction plans and specifications; performs sidewalk and curb inspections and associated reporting and filing; assist Chief of Survey; creates reports, keeps records, and prepares as-built drawings; inspects Public Works construction projects; inspects construction in the right of way including curb, sidewalk, driveway and sewer connections; assists in the administration of Engineering Bureau permits using Community Plus; collects sewer meter data, utilizing special computer hardware and software.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: General knowledge of construction techniques, engineering principles, and material testing; ability to record data accurately and apply data to engineering activities; ability to prepare design and field drawings and specifications under direction; ability to read and understand contract drawings and specifications; experience in concrete, asphalt and utility construction; ability to perform work in a construction atmosphere in a safe orderly manner.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to jobs@bethlehem-pa.gov or City of Bethlehem, Human Resources, 10 E. Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Part-Time Reserve Adult Crossing Guard

Department: Police Department
Type of Position: Part-Time
Salary/Pay Rate: $15.00/hour
Deadline to Apply: Ongoing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent.
REQUIREMENTS: Crossing Guards must have their own transportation; Must be available to work 2 shifts per day (both morning and afternoon). Each shift is 60 - 90 minutes. Start time for morning shift is between 7:00
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED: Reflective vest and stop paddle are provided.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: n/a
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: n/a
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should send an application to jobs@bethlehem-pa.gov of City of Bethlehem, Human Resources, 10 E. Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Maintenance Worker II - Utility Maintenance

Department: Water & Sewer Resources – Utility Maintenance Bureau
Type of Position: Full-Time, Union
Salary/Pay Rate: $24.52 per hour
Deadline to Apply: Ongoing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school; considerable experience in water and sewer utility maintenance field. Class B Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement required.
REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a criminal background investigation, pre-employment physical, and drug test. Must be able to work overtime or on call as needed and possess a valid driver’s license. Class A Commercial Drive
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED: This position operates motorized equipment and performs semi-skilled manual tasks in the maintenance of water and sewer lines and supporting facilities.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks to construct, maintain and operate water and sewer lines, reservoirs, pump stations and all other related facilities. Utilizes all types of water and sewer maintenance filed equipment to perform tasks (includes various motor vehicles such as trucks, sewer rodding machine, flusher, and similar maintenance or construction equipment). Repairs/maintains mechanical and pumping equipment. Repairs pavements, manholes, culverts, and all other concrete/brick structures.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to operate a laptop/desktop computer; ability to analyze water samples in the field utilizing a hand-held chlorine analyzer; ability to operate leak detection equipment; demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness; ability to climb ladders, safely enter underground structures, bend, stoop, climb, twist, walk, stand for long periods of time and work in inclement weather.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should send an application to jobs@bethlehem-pa.gov of City of Bethlehem, Human Resources, 10 E. Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Maintenance Worker II - Streets

Department: PW/Streets
Type of Position: Full-time, Union
Salary/Pay Rate: $24.52 per hour
Deadline to Apply: ongoing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent.
REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a criminal background investigation, pre-employment physical, and drug test. CDL B required, CDL A preferred.
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED: This position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of City streets. Also responsible for leaf collection and snow removal.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Operates air compressors and jack hammers; operates vehicles such as trucks, fork lifts, spray rigs and similar maintenance or construction equipment; makes repairs to pavements, gutters, curbs, drains, culverts and other structures; sets forms, mixes concrete and does cement work.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Experience operating dump truck, flat bed truck, and tractor required. Ability to operate power tools such as air compressor and jack hammer. Ability to work various shifts during winter months. Ability to tow heavy equipment. Ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in adverse conditions (snow, rain, heat and cold). Required to work overtime during emergency situation.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to jobs@bethlehem-pa.gov or mail to City of Bethlehem, Human Resources Bureau, 10 E. Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Utility Maintenance Mechanic - Wastewater Treatment Plant

Department: WSR/WWTP
Type of Position: Full-time, union
Salary/Pay Rate: $29.30 per hour
Deadline to Apply: ongoing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience and training in mechanical maintenance, electronics, and electrical, preferably in the maintenance of wastewater equipment. Experience with troubleshooting and repair of pumps, motors and valves, electrical systems, and mechanical equipment. Possession of a high school diploma or GED supplemented by course work in the instrumentation, mechanical and electrical fields. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s License - CDL Class B. Must be on-call weekly (when scheduled) and be available to respond to off-shift issues and work overtime if needed.
REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a criminal background investigation, pre-employment physical, and drug test.
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED: This position is responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance and repair of all Wastewater Treatment Plant facilities and equipment.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Performs preventive and corrective maintenance work on pumps, motors, valves and flow/level related equipment throughout the Plant; repairs or replaces piping, electrical wiring, hoses, belts, chains, bearings, sprockets, etc. in the maintenance of facilities; inspects, monitors and maintains operational process units, including bar screens, grit conveyors, clarifiers, aeration tank units, and chlorination facilities; inspects, monitors and maintains biosolids process units, including digester mixing, heating, gas storage units, gravity belt thickener units, and biosolids dewatering equipment; maintains inventory of operating materials and repair/replacement parts; keeps detailed, accurate maintenance records on all work performed.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools and equipment for skilled technical, mechanical, electrical and electronics work in the maintenance and repair of wastewater facilities; knowledge of operations/maintenance of pumps, motors, and wastewater equipment; must have good mechanical ability and pass a Mechanical Aptitude test; knowledge of occupational hazards and ability to maintain a safe working environment; ability to properly utilize operation and maintenance manuals, blueprints, schematics, CMMS programs, tools and testing equipment of the electrical, electronics and mechanical trades to perform preventative and corrective maintenance actions; must be computer literate; required to work in inclement weather and non-standard hours, including on-call and overtime shifts; ability to climb, bend, stoop, twist, and lift moderate to heavy items repeatedly and stand for long periods of time.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to jobs@bethlehem-pa.gov of City of Bethlehem, Human Resources, 10 E. Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Part-Time Tax Technician

Department: Administration/Tax
Type of Position: Part-Time
Salary/Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
Deadline to Apply: ongoing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of 1 year of auditing and/or tax collection experience; minimum of 3 years of customer service experience; high school diploma or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a criminal background investigation.
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED: This part-time position works in the City of Bethlehem Tax Bureau assisting in the auditing and collection of Earned Income, Local Services, Business Privilege, and Mercantile Taxes. This position is 25 hours per week and reports to the Tax Auditor.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Assists taxpayers and businesses in understanding Earned Income, Local Services, Business Privilege and Mercantile Taxes and provisions of the various ordinances, amendments and Rules and Regulations governing local taxation within the City of Bethlehem and its contracting taxing jurisdictions; provides analytical ability to identify stakeholders not currently paying taxes that require legal action; utilizes City’s ERP system, Microsoft Office, and runs Cognos report; enters data such as name, address, income and tax information into computer databases; answers telephone questions from taxpayers and businesses; follows through on requests for information, forms and corrections to accounts; maximizes hours and professional growth in all areas of tax administration.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to perform electronic data entry accurately; knowledge of tax laws and regulations relating to Earned Income, Local Services, Business Privilege, and Mercantile taxes; competent in Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.); ability to create, run and analyze Cognos reports; excellent customer service skills required including ability to communicate effective orally and in writing.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to jobs@bethlehem-pa.gov or City of Bethlehem, Human Resources, 10 E. Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Part-Time Human Resources Assistant

Department: Administration/Human Resources
Type of Position: Part-Time
Salary/Pay Rate: $15.00 to $20.00 per hour based on experience
Deadline to Apply: ongoing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; minimum of 2 years of prior experience in human resource role is required.
REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a criminal background investigation, pre-employment physical, and drug test.
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED: This part-time position works in the City of Bethlehem Human Resources office and provides administrative and organization support for the office. This position works an average of 15 hours per week.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation; answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc., refers more complex questions to appropriate HR staff; maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resources files and records; performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately; provides clerical support to the HR department; conducts new hire orientation; and assists with planning and execution of benefits enrollment and special projects.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software; proficient with human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications; self-motivated with strong work ethic and ability to work independently with minimal supervision; knoweldge of employee benefits and onboarding procedures.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@bethlehem-pa.gov outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Commercial Building Plans Examiner

Department: CED/Code Enforcement
Type of Position: Full-time
Salary/Pay Rate: $68,500 - $90,000
Deadline to Apply: ongoing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Current certification through the state of Pennsylvania in commercial building plans examination, commercial building inspector, accessibility plans examiner/inspector required and commercial energy plans examiner preferred. Considerable responsible experience in building construction plans examination and inspection work, and completion of a standard high school course; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a criminal background investigation, pre-employment physical, and drug test.
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED: A Commercial Building Plan Examiner is responsible for seeing that plans, specifications and buildings in the process of construction meet all requirements of relevant codes, standards, specifications and ordinances; inspects construction documents to ensure compliance with International Code Council, Uniform Construction Code and ANSI standards; ability to communicate both written and orally to design professionals regarding submitted plans; reviews new or difficult construction issues with the Chief Building Inspector and licensed designed professionals as required; regularly exercises technical judgment and discretion based on familiarity with the various construction ordinances and regulations for which he/she is responsible for enforcing; reports to the Chief Building Inspector.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Examines plans to enforce conformance to building, safety and zoning codes, plans, specifications and standards, inspects residential, commercial, industrial and other buildings during and after construction to ensure that components meet provisions of building, safety and zoning codes; issues notice for corrections, interprets code requirements and recommends compliance procedures to contractors, builders, designers and owners; maintains inspection and plan review records; reviews plans for buildings for compliance with regulations and issues building permits; advises builder and the public concerning building regulations; inspectors may be responsible to cover each other’s responsibilities during absences as required by the Chief Building Inspector; informs owner of the inspection findings and conditions which must be corrected.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the building trade and applicable codes and standards including municipal building and zoning ordinances; ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and blueprints; excellent communication and customer service skills.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to jobs@bethlehem-pa.gov or City of Bethlehem, Human Resources, 10 E. Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Economic Development Coordinator

Department: Community & Economic Development/Economic Development
Type of Position: Full-time, Contract
Salary/Pay Rate: $56,400 – $74,800 annual based on experience
Deadline to Apply: ongoing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in public administration, business administration, finance, and/or planning. Economic Development experience of at least two (2) years, preferably in local government. Experience in real estate marketing, development, and commercial loan evaluation preferred.
REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a criminal background investigation, pre-employment physical, and drug test.
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED: This position is a direct report to the Deputy Director of Economic Development and provides assistance in developing and implementing innovative economic development and business assistance programs and strategies.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Serves in a project management role for Bethlehem Economic Development Corporation (BEDCO) programs (Southside Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ), Pi: Partnership for Innovation business incubator space, Southside Arts District (SSAD) and Southside Ambassadors); assists with coordination and implementation of economic development projects, programs and grants, including the Enterprise Zone (EZRLF), Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance (LERTA), and Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP); assists with city-wide business recruitment, development, and retention; assists the Bethlehem Revitalization and Improvement Authority (BRIA) with technical, financial, and operational support; performs research, analysis and evaluation of technical information to determine feasibility and economic impact of proposed and existing projects and programs; coordinates City activities with State and Federal agencies to promote economic development; identifies, writes, and implements grants; assists with management of social media outlets and websites associated with economic development initiatives; supports in planning and implementing an economic development strategy for the City; aids in site selection for businesses interested in locating or expanding within the City and collaborates with outside agencies for business recruitment, expansion, and start-up initiatives; acts as a conduit to the business community for City-related troubleshooting/ inquires; prepares reports and correspondence.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of municipal procedures, ordinances, and policies; energetic self-starter with the ability to manage multiple assignments; ability to communicate clearly both orally and in the written form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, City officials, and the general public; ability to exercise good judgment in applying and interpreting policies and procedures
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to jobs@bethlehem-pa.gov or City of Bethlehem, Human Resources, 10 E. Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Electronics Repairman

Department

WSR/Wastewater Treatment Plant

Type of Position

Full-Time, Union

Salary/Pay Rate

$30.55 per hour

Deadline to Apply

ongoing

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess an Associate's Degree in Electronics Technology with a minimum of two years of experience.
Considerable experience in the repair, servicing, operation, and programming of electronic instrumentation equipment, and use of computer systems, and SCADA, and security systems; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

REQUIREMENTS

Must pass a criminal background investigation, pre-employment physical, and drug test.

NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED

This position is responsible for the installation, repair, maintenance, functional evaluation, programming, and operation of electronic instrumentation, electronic and computer equipment, SCADA Systems, and security systems at the City's Wastewater Treatment Plant.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

- Oversees and participates in installing, operating, repairing, maintaining and performing functional evaluations of electronic equipment/components and SCADA Systems’ hardware and software necessary for the operation of various facilities and other associated locations.
- Installation, maintenance and repair of metering equipment such as pH, chlorine, turbidity analyzers, chart recorders, etc.
- Maintains records of all repairs, reprogramming, maintenance, replacements, systems checks and all other work performed.
- Maintains inventory of parts required and is responsible for equipment/parts ordering through the immediate Supervisor.
- Replaces defective solid-state components, circuit boards, power supplies and related parts.
- Designs and oversees the installation of “in-house” cabling and wiring required to enable equipment and the SCADA Systems’ to function;
Repairs meters and test gear, and adjusts transmitters over a 4 to 20 ma range.
- Supervises and instructs other employees in the proper use of instrumentation, computer equipment and the SCADA Systems and makes recommendations for improvements and/or replacements.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

- Thorough knowledge of the principles and theory of electronics, instrumentation, and computer applications; methods, materials, tools, instruments, and practices used in installing, operating, repairing, and maintaining electronic instrumentation, computer equipment, and SCADA Systems.
- Good knowledge of instrumentation used in water and sewer facilities (i.e., flow and pressure transmitters, digital indicators, recorders, RTUs, PLCs, SLC controllers, distributed logic controllers, piezometers, security system components).
- Ability to operate a PC and PC applications as well as with a computerized Process Control (SCADA) System; program electronic monitoring devices; good knowledge of computer programming and troubleshooting.
- Must possess skill in the use and care of tools, instruments, and software involved in process control troubleshooting.
- Ability to design, interpret, and work from schematics, technical diagrams, computer software programming code (language), and blueprints in the installation, repair, maintenance, operations, functional evaluation, and programming of electronic systems equipment/components and SCADA and security systems.
- Ability to make software programming code changes under the guidance of the software vendor/programmer.
- Basic knowledge of electricity and wiring; ability to work with others and to supervise lower level employees.
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
- Ability to work with others together as a team.
- Ability and willingness to work in inclement weather and non-standard hours.
- Ability to bend, climb, stoop, twist, lift moderate to heavy items, and meet other physical requirements on an as needed basis.
- Required to respond to emergency after hour’s calls.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to jobs@bethlehem-pa.gov or City of Bethlehem, Human Resources, 10 E. Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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