Job Openings
Parks and Recreation Program Assistant
Position Type: Part Time
Hours of Work: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., may require evening and weekends, up to 1,000 hours annually
Salary: $17.00 per hour
Department: Parks Department
Closing Date: Open until filled
The position requires a valid Driver’s License. Applicants must be able to pass basic reading, and math test. High School diploma or its equivalency is preferred. Candidates must be able to work various shifts, work independently, perform physically demanding work in various environments, and have exceptional customer service skills. No benefits. Applicants are subject to background checks and medical assessments, including drug screen.
Laborer
Position Type: Temporary
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m., may require evening and weekends
Salary: $23.80 per hour w/CDL, $19.04 per hour no CDL
Department: Public Works
Closing Date: Open until filled
Applicants must demonstrate ability in the basic skills of carpentry, electrical, welding, plumbing, janitorial, mechanics, and lift 80 lbs. Applications on file less than one year will be considered. Subject to a basic skills test, background checks, and medical assessment with drug screen. EOE/ADA Employer
Field Supervisor
Position Type: Full Time
Hours of Work: Office hours are Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some evenings and weekends maybe required
Salary: $55,000 - $59,000
Department: Public Works Department
Closing Date: November 6, 2025
Applicants must have expert communication, strong organizational, project management, excellent record keeping, leadership, and budgeting skills, and a commitment to citizen service and community involvement, budgeting skills, and other job-related skills. A CDL and a Class "D" Water Supply Operators license must be acquired within 1 year of employment.
Contact Information
Human Resources Office
1100 Main Street
Mt. Vernon IL 62864
See on map: Google Maps
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: (618) 242-6810
Fax: (618) 242-5593
Human Resources Director
Sascha Traxler
Email: HRdirector@mtvernon.com
Human Resources Administrative Assistant
Riley Dressler
Email: riley.dressler@mtvernon.com