CONTACT:
Mike Decker, Director
(828) 349-2020
Pam Perry, Personnel Specialist
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Macon County Human Resources
Job Listings
Macon County Government is dedicated to hiring and retaining progressive, well-qualified and motivated employees. We offer equitable salaries and excellent benefits to talented, competent individuals who can contribute to County Government through their employment. Outstanding professional service to the public is our goal.
Macon County provides it's employees an exceptional health insurance benefit, paid life insurance, County matched Local Government Retirement, longevity pay, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and numerous tax deferred savings and supplemental insurance plans.
If you feel you can contribute to our workforce in a positive way, please review the positions listed below. All applications for employment are taken through the North Carolina Employment Security Commission. If you have any questions about the positions listed below, or would like to apply,
you may contact the Employment Security Commission at (828) 369-9534, or access their web site at www.ncesc.com.
You may also call Macon County Human Resources with inquiries at
(828) 349-2020 or
email us - mdecker@maconnc.org.
Macon County is an ADA/AA Equal Opportunity Employer
AVAILABLE JOB LISTINGS
Position:
Solid Waste Transfer Station/Scale Operator
Highlands NC
Macon County Solid Waste
Pay Grade: 22
Beginning Salary: $26,547.04
Closing date: May 30, 2013
Description of Work:
Employee in this position performs responsible semi-skilled and skilled work in the operation of motorized solid
waste equipment to transfer and recovery of garbage and refuse.
Operates heavy equipment including loader, skid steer, dump truck, and other medium and heavy-duty equipment.
Skill and care are required for the safe operation of equipment.
The employee is subject to working in inside and outside environments, and is exposed to various hazards such as noise,
vibration, moving mechanical parts, atmospheric conditions, and oils. Duties may expose worker to human body fluids and
thus the work is subject to the OSHA standards for blood borne pathogens.
Work is supervised by the Transfer Station Supervisor and the Solid Waste Director. Work hours are Mon.- Fri.
7:30am - 4:30pm and rotating Saturday shifts from 8:00 am - 2:00pm.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities Desired:
• Knowledge of safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment used in transfer station
operations.
• General knowledge of County policies concerning Solid Waste Program
• Employee must pass SWANA Transfer Station Specialist Certification Course
• Ability to perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with employees, supervisors, and the public
• Ability to perform general grounds and facility maintenance
• Ability to learn WasteWorks scale house software and become certified Weighmaster
Desired Education and Experience:
• Completion of high school or equivalent and some heavy equipment experience.
• Prefer applicant hold a CDL
To Apply:
A state application (PD107) must be completed and returned to the Employment Security Commission,
427 Harrison Avenue, Franklin, NC 28734 by the application deadline listed above.
Position:
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Macon County Parks and Recreation
Salary: $8.00 / hour
Closing date: 4/26/2013
Summary:
Under general supervision, ensures the safety of patrons of the Recreation Park Pool by preventing
and responding to emergencies
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
- Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
- Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintains a high standard of customer service.
- Teach swim lessons to various ages/abilities.
- Performs various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility.
- Prepares and maintains appropriate activity reports.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned (cleaning locker rooms, working register/front gate/etc...).
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently certified in American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid and CPR/AED Professional Rescuer or the ability to obtain these certifications.
- Be an Excellent role model. High moral standards, including no alcohol, drugs, smoking, or inappropriate language. Outstanding character and integrity.
- Concern for safety and well-being of others.
- Positive attitude and outlook.
- Ability to seek and accept supervision and guidance.
- Accepting of diversity in religions, ethnicity, culture, and race. Able to treat all patrons and staff fairly.
- Agree to a criminal background check upon request.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department.
- Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.
- Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures.
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
- Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures
This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications
for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in
this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required
either now or in the future.
How to Apply:
An application can be obtained from and must be submitted to the North Carolina Division of Employment Security,
427 Harrison Avenue, Franklin, NC 28734. Resumes may not be substituted for a completed application.
Please provide 3 references with contact numbers and an e-mail address along with your application.
A criminal background check will be completed before hiring. Macon County is an EOE/ADA employer.
Position:
Public Health Nurse II (OBCM)
Macon County Public Health Center
Salary:Dependent upon level of education and experience
Closing date: Until Filled
Responsibilities
This position requires intermediate level professional nursing work in providing OB Case Management
(OBCM) to pregnant women. The OB Case Management (OBCM) program provides formal case management services
to eligible women during and after pregnancy and intervention as early in pregnancy as possible to
promote healthy pregnancy and positive birth outcomes. Case management services are provided in a variety
of settings including client's home and consists of a variety of components such as outreach, assessment,
service planning, referral and follow-up. The employee will work with other agencies in the community, region and state to coordinate health services for pregnant women on the caseload according to the developed service plan. Ability to independently demonstrate and implement techniques of nursing care and outreach the community as needed. This position serves as a team leader/charge nurse for a State mandated and governed program. The employee will be expected to assist in data collection and review of services to determine compliance with guidelines, best practices and funding arrangements.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of, and skill in, the application of nursing theory, practice, principles,
and techniques employed in the field of public health and related programs;
- Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply the principles and practices of public health;
- Knowledge of available resources and organizations and the ability to coordinate these as needed;
- General knowledge of current social and economic problems relating to public health, including health disparities;
- Ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee the work of others;
- Ability to deal tactfully with others and to exercise good judgment in appraising situations and making decisions;
- Ability to work in partnership with patients and with other service providers to elicit needed information and to maintain effective working relationships;
- Ability to record accurately services rendered and to interpret and explain records, reports, and medical instructions;
- Adequate computer skills to allow communication, patient record documentation, and accessing of
information.
Minimum Training and Experience Requirements
- Graduation from a four-year college or university with a B.S. in Nursing which includes a Public Health Nursing rotation and one year of Public Health Nursing experience; or Master's in Public Health and graduation from a school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience; or graduation from a school of professional nursing and two years of professional nursing experience including one year of Public Health Nursing experience
- A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina by the NC Board of Nursing.
- Hours of work are generally 8-5 Monday through Friday with occasional evening & weekend hours.
How to apply:
A State application (PD-107) is required and may be obtained at and submitted to the
Employment Security Commission, 427 Harrison Avenue, Franklin, N.C, and must be submitted
on or before the closing date. Please include 3 references with contact
information and a valid email address for all correspondence from the employer to the applicant.
Resumes will not be considered.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/ADA EMPLOYER
All prospective employees are subject to a criminal background check
Position:
Public Health Nurse II
Macon County Public Health Center
Salary:Dependent upon level of education and experience.
Closing date: Until Filled
Responsibilities
This position requires intermediate level professional nursing work in a local public health center. Ability to
independently demonstrate and implement techniques of nursing care and outreach to the community as needed.
This position will serve as a team leader/charge nurse for a State mandated and governed program and will
be expected to assist in data collection and review of services to determine compliance with guidelines,
best practices and funding arrangements. The employee will also perform general public health nursing care
to promote health and prevent disease in various clinics as well as other duties as assigned.
Hours of work are generally 8-5 Monday through Friday with occasional evening & weekend hours.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of, and skill in, the application of nursing theory, practice, principles,
and techniques employed in the field of public health and related programs;
- Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply the principles and practices of public health;
- Knowledge of available resources and organizations and the ability to coordinate these as needed;
- General knowledge of current social and economic problems relating to public health, including health disparities;
- Ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee the work of others;
- Ability to deal tactfully with others and to exercise good judgment in appraising situations and making decisions;
- Ability to work in partnership with patients and with other service providers to elicit needed information and to maintain effective working relationships;
- Ability to record accurately services rendered and to interpret and explain records, reports, and medical instructions;
- Adequate computer skills to allow communication, patient record documentation, and accessing of
information.
Minimum Training and Experience Requirements
- Graduation from a four-year college or university with a B.S. in Nursing which includes a Public Health
Nursing rotation and one year of Public Health Nursing experience or, Master's in Public Health and graduation
from a school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience
- A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina by the NC Board of Nursing
How to apply:
A State application (PD-107) is required and may be obtained at and submitted to the
Employment Security Commission, 427 Harrison Avenue, Franklin, N.C, and must be submitted
on or before the closing date. Please include 3 references with contact
information and a valid email address for all correspondence from the employer to the applicant.
Resumes will not be considered.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/ADA EMPLOYER
All prospective employees are subject to a criminal background check
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