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Openings
August 14, 2018
Lyon County Area Transportation is seeking a Finance Coordinator— This is a full time, non-exempt position and is responsible for performing the majority of finance and accounting tasks for the department, as well as preparation of proposals and grant applications. The Finance Coordinator is charged with the overall responsibility for the effective and timely administration of financial affairs in the LCAT office and for the performance of responsible professional and administrative work in researching, identifying, developing and responding to appropriate grant opportunities. Salary starts at $15.00 and is D. O. E. This position regularly exercises independent judgment, must often refine existing work methods and develop new techniques, concepts or programs to improve department processes, procedures and services. This position may be required to consider new strategies and/or action and may be required to deviate from standard operating procedures. This position requires a degree of confidentiality.
May require interaction and communication advisory boards, community civic and social organizations and applicable state and federal agencies (KDOT) to help management provide cost effective programs that meet the needs of residents served by the department.
Must have the ability to receive, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions. Required to read, write and speak English fluently. Foreign language mastery, in addition to English, is also desirable. The position requires a Class C Driver’s License and High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent.
Applications may be picked up at the Lyon County Courthouse, 430 Commercial, Emporia, KS 66801 or online at www.lyoncounty.org.
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Lyon County Area Transit is seeking a Social Media Intern — This is an unpaid internship cooperative learning position. This position is responsible for learning and performing many social media optimization entities for the LCAT department. This position coordinates, with the management of Lyon County Area Transit program to deliver to the website and social media platforms the most accurate and timely information to best serve the public. May require interaction and communication with community civic and social organizations and applicable state and federal agencies (i.e. KDOT) to help management provide information to the public, etc.
Must have the ability to receive, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions. Required to read, write and speak English fluently. Foreign language mastery, in addition to English, is also desirable. The position requires a Class C Driver’s License and High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent.
Applications may be picked up at the Lyon County Courthouse, 430 Commercial, Emporia, KS 66801 or online at www.lyoncounty.org. Applicants must submit application to Lyon County Human Resources by 5:00 PM on AUGUST 15, 2018. E.O.E. – LYON COUNTY strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.
LYON COUNTY EOE|WOMEN|DISABLED|VETERAN|MINORITY
Disclaimer: The above information on this announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.
Lyon County Department on Aging Office Coordinator — This is a full time, non-exempt position which interacts with and provides general administrative support and assistance to all divisions in the Department on Aging (Aging Services, L-Cat, and R.S.V.P.). Salary starts at $12.00 and is D. O. E. This position coordinates, with the management of Lyon County programs for these service areas. May require interaction and communication with senior centers, advisory boards, community civic and social organizations and applicable state and federal agencies (KDOT, CNCS, NCFH Area Agency On Aging) to help management provide cost effective programs that meet the needs of residents served by the department.
Must have the ability to receive, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions. Required to read, write and speak English fluently. Foreign language mastery, in addition to English, is also desirable. The position requires a Class C Driver’s License and High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent.
Applications may be picked up at the Lyon County Courthouse, 430 Commercial, Emporia, KS 66801 or online at www.lyoncounty.org. Applicants must submit application to Lyon County Human Resources by 5:00 PM on AUGUST 2, 2018. E.O.E. – LYON COUNTY strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.
LYON COUNTY EOE|WOMEN|DISABLED|VETERAN|MINORITY
Disclaimer: The above information on this announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.
LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE has an opening for Detention Officer:
The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for full-time non-exempt Detention Officer Positions with overtime paid. Starting Pay $14.60 or determined by the Sheriff with prior experience.
The detention officer position works in the Correctional Institution environment, where security is always a priority and there is regular contact with inmates and inmate trustees. It does require regular entry into the secure areas of the jail. Appointment of this position requires successful completion of pre-employment background, physical and polygraph examinations and participates in the random drug and alcohol screening program. This position allows you to learn our inventory and systems and helps qualify you for advancement. You will work with a team to ensure that all daily, weekly and monthly goals are met. Solid base pay and benefits including, paid time off (accounts credited at 10 hours vacation and 8 hours sick per month worked), vendor discounts, health, dental and vision insurance and much more! We equip and promote exceptional Detention Officers!
This position will remain open until filled.
Application and complete job description may be obtained at the HR Department at the Lyon County Courthouse, 430 Commercial, Emporia, KS 66801 or online at www.lyoncounty.org . E.O.E. – LYON COUNTY strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.
Lyon County EOE | Women | Minorities | Disabled | Veteran
Disclaimer: The above information on this announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.
Lyon County, Kansas is seeking Transport Drivers, Part-time, on call. This is a non-exempt position with no benefits. This position is responsible for transporting youth both in secure and non-secure custody to designated placements. Applications accepted until positions are filled. Applications available online at www.HREPartners.com, www.lyoncounty.org or Lyon County HR Department, 1st floor, Lyon County Courthouse.
Lyon County Highway Department laborer
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As a Lyon County laborer on the asphalt crew, you will assist the construction, maintenance and repair of asphalt roads. Must be willing and capable of working in extreme weather conditions and is labor intensive. Will assist with flagging of traffic in construction zones and will be required to complete KDOT flagger program. Must be safety minded. This position will involve occasionally responding to call-outs (potentially at all hours) during nights and weekends. Other duties as assigned. Non-exempt position with a solid base pay $12.00/hr and benefits including, paid time off (accounts credited at 10 hours vacation and 8 hours sick per month worked), vendor discounts, health, dental and vision insurance and much more! We equip and promote exceptional employees!
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in road construction desired.
- Knowledge of relevant equipment, machines and tools, including their uses, repair and maintenance is desired.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must possess Class C (CDL a plus) Kansas Driver’s License and must pass a background check, pre-employment physical, work screen that measures various physical abilities and drug screening.
- High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required.
Serious applicants only need apply. Position open until filled.
Application and job description may be obtained at the Human Resources Department or online at HRePartners.com or at www.lyoncounty.org.
Lyon County EOE | Women | Minorities | Disabled | Veteran
E.O.E. – LYON COUNTY strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our position openings.
Disclaimer: The above information on this announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.