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For a current listing of job openings see below. The City of West Wendover does not accept resumes or applications for future jobs. At times, the City does open recruitment listings for Police Officers and Fire Fighters. Those recruitment periods if open are shown below.

 

Job Title:  POLICE DISPATCHER
Department:  Police Department Salary:  $12.83 - $21.96
Description: 

IMMEDIATE OPENING
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY JANUARY 28, 2013
CITY OF WEST WENDOVER, NEVADA
POLICE DEPARTMENT – DISPATCHER

Under general and direct supervision of the Dispatch Supervisor, Police Sergeant, Police Lieutenant and Chief of Police. Performs technical duties in responding to calls, requesting public safety assistance and in dispatching appropriate aid. Operates appropriate equipment in relation to dispatching including the operation of the Nevada CJIS Computers System, assignment of case numbers, maintenance of the recorder system, maintenance of dispatch logs, monitors security for the Police Department and other related functions.

STARTING SALARY: $12.83 to $15.59/Hr
SALARY RANGE: $12.83 to $21.96/Hr

Full job descriptions, application and supplemental questionnaire are available:
In Person
West Wendover City Offices, 1111 N. Gene L. Jones Way, West Wendover, Nevada 89883
By U.S. Mail
Send a business size self addressed stamped envelope to the City of West Wendover
Attn: Human Resources – Job Opening, P.O. Box 2825, West Wendover, Nevada 89883
Via Facsimile
Contact the West Wendover City Offices (775) 664-3081
Website
View Jobs at: www.westwendovercity.com

Completed applications including supplemental questionnaire must be received by West Wendover City Hall, Room #129, 1111 N. Gene L. Jones Way, West Wendover, Nevada 89883, by 4:30 P.M., Monday January 28, 2013. Faxed applications for this position will be accepted but not in lieu of original (775) 664-3720.

The City of West Wendover offers a full range of benefits including but not limited to: Accrued vacation (15 days per year initial) and sick leave (10 days per year initial); paid employee medical insurance including vision and dental; $15,000 life insurance; 11 paid holidays per year; longevity pay; merit pay and participation in Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

The City of West Wendover is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This is a non-exempt position under FLSA

For Full Job Description Click Here
For Employment Application Click Here
For Supplemental Questionnaire Click Here

Closing Date:  January 28, 2013
       
Job Title:  CHIEF OF POLICE
Department:  Police Department Salary:  $85000.00 - $95000.00
Description: 

The City of West Wendover is seeking a new Chief of Police. After 7 years with the City of West Wendover and 30 years of Law Enforcement in Nevada, our Chief has retired. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the supervision of the City’s Police Department including Administration, Patrol, Investigation and Dispatch and will perform a wide variety of complex professional law enforcement duties.

The incoming Chief of Police will be expected to examine current resource allocation and work assignments within the Department preparing and streamlining police functions and model effective usage of Department Personnel to better serve the community into the future.

Candidates should possess command level experience in a municipal, county or state related agency as well as requisite education including a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science, Law Enforcement, Public Administration or related field or the requisite experience commensurate with such education. Nevada POST certification as a Category I Law Enforcement Officer is preferred. A Candidate selected who is not Nevada POST certified will be expected to obtain the relevant certification within 6 months.

The initial starting salary for the position is $85,000 - $95,000; placement within the range is dependent upon qualifications. Salary increases are standard yearly and range from 3% to 10% depending on financial conditions and authorization of the Governing Board. The City of West Wendover offers a full range of substantial benefits including 100% Nevada Public Employees Retirement System contribution in addition to health, vision, dental and life Insurance programs; substantial vacation and sick leave programs as well as longevity pay and uniform allowance.

If you are interested in this outstanding career opportunity, please access download the City Brochure, Job Description and Employment Application. Employment Application, Current Resume and related documents must be received by the Closing Date, February 11, 2013.

Should you have any questions contact: Chris Melville, City Manager (775) 664-3081 or Email at: cmelville@westwendovercity.com

Job Description, Chief of Police
Employment Application
Supplemental Questionnaire
City Brochure, Chief of Police Recruitment

Closing Date:  February 11, 2013
       
Job Title:  Transportation Security Officers - Part Time
Department:  TSA Salary:  $17.45
Description: 

We are happy to announce that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has immediate openings for part-time Transportation Security Officers at the Wendover Airport. The starting pay is $17.45 per hour with additional bonus potential. TSA offers federal health benefits, life/long term care insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, flexible work schedules and more! Please post attached flyer on bulletin boards and in career centers at your location or organization to advertise this great opportunity.

Apply online at www.usajobs.gov

To Qualify You Must:
Be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National at time of application submission;
Be at least 18 years of age at time of application submission;
Be proficient in the English language (i.e., able to read, write, speak, and listen);
Have a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential OR at least one year of full-time work experience in the security industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician.

Thank you,

David C. Brown
Administrative Support Officer - HR
Transportation Security Administration
2284 West 160 North
Salt Lake City, Utah 84116
801-606-6002

For Employment Flyer Click Here

*This position is not a City of West Wendover position. It is posted as a courtesy to U.S. Transportation Security Administration

Closing Date:  June 30, 2013
       
Job Title:  PART TIME FIRE FIGHTER
Department:  FIRE DEPARTMENT Salary:  $8.00 - $12.00
Description: 

*Note: This position is part-time only and consists of only 5 to 7 hours per week.
**Note: This position requires you to reside in West Wendover, Nevada; Wendover, Utah or the immediate surrounding area.

This Part Time Fire Fighter position is under general and direct supervision of the Senior Fire Fighter Personnel including Lieutenant’s, Captains, and Fire Chief. Performs technical fire fighting duties in responding to calls, requests for public safety assistance and offering of appropriate aid. Is capable of performing physically demanding activities and operating and maintaining appropriate fire fighting vehicles, equipment and tools in relation to the duties of a fire fighter. Can meet appropriate training objectives of a fire fighter in relation to physical fitness, vehicle and equipment operation and the application of first aid and other related life-safety operations. Is capable of and committed to the required training of a fire fighter, which involves at a minimum five hours of training conducted on Wednesday’s of each week and the ability to respond to paged call outs for emergencies when available. Is capable of receiving and implementing orders issued by superiors in the Department and maintaining a professional decorum and behavior at all times.

SALARY RANGE: $8.00 to $12.00/Hour Depending On Qualifications (DOQ)

Full job descriptions and applications are available:
In Person
West Wendover City Hall, 1111 N. Gene L. Jones Way, West Wendover, Nevada 89883
By U.S. Mail
Send a business size self addressed stamped envelope to the City of West Wendover
Attn: Personnel Office – Job Opening, P.O. Box 2825, West Wendover, Nevada 89883
Via Facsimile
Contact the West Wendover City Hall (775) 664-3081
Website
View Jobs at: www.westwendovercity.com

Completed applications and supplemental questionaire must be received by the West Wendover City Office, 1111 N. Gene L. Jones Way, West Wendover, Nevada 89883. Faxed applications for this position will be accepted but not in lieu of original (775) 664-3720. The City may close this open recruitment at any time adequate applications are received.

The City of West Wendover is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This is a non-exempt position under FLSA

For Job Description and Supplemental Questionaire Click Here

Closing Date:  June 30, 2013
       
 
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