Current Postings
PLEASE NOTE:
Applications are accepted for available positions only. If you are interested in applying for more than one position, you must complete a separate application for each position.
Police Officer applicants must complete the application provided by Apopka Police Department, the on-line application is ineligible for this position.
All other applicants, including Volunteer Fire Fighter applicants should complete the on-line employment application.
The City of Apopka reserves the right to fill positions prior to the closing date and also reserves the right to close the posting prior to the date indicated. Positions will be filled by competitive selection from among categories of qualified and available candidates. It is the policy of the City of Apopka to give first consideration to all employees and other internal applicants prior to considering external (outside) applicants.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DRUG TESTING REQUIRED, VETERAN'S PREFERENCE OFFERED ON INITIAL HIRE.
QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES MAY APPLY AND MAY BE REASONABLY ACCOMMODATED.
Your social security number is requested for the purpose of payroll eligibility verification, processing employment benefits, applicant and employee background checks, and income reporting and will be used solely for those purposes.
EOE M/F/D/V - PRE-PLACEMENT DRUG SCREEN
COMPETITIVE PAY AND BENEFITS
Please refer to the City of Apopka's Human Resources Office for complete job listings and requirements. In the case of typographical errors, the official job description and current salary range prevail.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
TITLE: SANITATION EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
DEPARTMENT: Public Services/Sanitation
PAY RANGE: $14.6385/hr – $22.9130/hr
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for the collecting, transporting and disposing of solid waste/recyclable materials generated within the city. Performs skilled work in the operation of motorized equipment and supervises personnel. Knowledge of state/local laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles on the highway and city streets. Knowledge of the safe use and operation of solid waste collection equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be able to read, write and follow instructions. High school diploma or equivalent certification required. Two (2) years experience operating heavy equipment vehicles of 18,000 GVW or greater and be familiar with the operations of hydraulics. Must possess a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) class "B".
TITLE: COMMUNICATION TECHNICIAN
DEPARTMENT: Police Department/Communication Center
PAY RANGE: $16.9457/hr - $26.5255/hr
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Performs specialized work in areas of emergency communications (911 call center). Employees assigned to this classification receive and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for Police, Fire/Rescue, EMS for multiple agencies. May dispatch other equipment and personnel in response to emergency situations. Work is performed under general supervision of the Communications Manager. Employees must exercise initiative and independent judgment to properly react and respond appropriately under very stressful conditions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent certification required. Must be able to work rotating shifts to include days, evenings, midnights, weekends and all holidays. Minimum typing speed of 30 words per minute or better. One (1) year experience preferred.
Must possess valid State of Florida driver's license.
TITLE: EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
DEPARTMENT: Public Services/Fleet Management
PAY RANGE: $17.7918/hr - $27.8505/hr
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Skilled work of journeyman level in the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel driven automotive and related equipment, as well as welding work in metal fabrication and repair. Performs journeyman tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, tractors, graders, lawn mowers, fire trucks and pumps, hydraulic and electrical equipment. Work involves the use of acetylene and electrical equipment, welding and cutting of metals in accordance with standard trade practices. Works under the general supervision of the Fleet Superintendent & Shop Foreman using independent judgement and initiative as to method of repair after receiving the repair work order.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school, vocational school or recognized equivalent certification. A.S.E. certification desirable. Three (3) years experience as an automotive/heavy equipment mechanic at the journeyman level. Must possess valid State of Florida Commercial Driver's License, class B or better.
TITLE: GRANT COORDINATOR - PART-TIME
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Services
PAY RANGE: To be determined
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The position of Grant Coordinator requires an individual who is capable of assisting the City of Apopka in identifying available funding sources for projects and programs. This will involve seeking funding from various sources such as federal or state government funding and local or national foundations. The employee will be responsible for developing new granting opportunities for the City and administering grants, which will involve working with the public and interacting with government agencies for guidance and making the required reports. The employee will work under the supervision of the Chief Administrative Officer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience. Two (2) to three (3) years of current experience in grant writing and/or administration.
Must possess valid State of Florida driver's license.
