Job Opportunities
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.
Telecommunicator
Position Type: Full time, required to work mainly nights, weekends, and holidays
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Salary: $23.40 an hour, holiday pay, 2.5% increase when EMD certified
Department: Police Department
Closing Date: Open until filled
Applicants are required to have good communication skills; clear speaking voice, free of speech impediments; ability to hear and distinguish voices on the radio traffic; ability to become certified as a LEADS operator; ability to obtain Emergency Medical Dispatch certification; ability to work efficiently in emergency situations; and ability to pass thorough background security check performed by Police Department personnel. Applications on file less than one year will be considered. Subject to basic reading test, background checks and medical assessment with drug screen.
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: sascha.traxler@mtvernon.com
Human Resources Administrative Assistant
Riley Dressler
Email: riley.dressler@mtvernon.com