The City of Circleville is accepting applications for the position of Wastewater Operator within the Department of Public Utilities. This is a full-time position that requires a high school diploma or equivalent and possession of a valid Ohio drivers’ license with the ability to meet the City of Circleville’s requirements for insurability.

Basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages are used regularly. Employees are required to complete and pass a basic wastewater class and obtain a Class I Wastewater Works Operator License issued by the Ohio EPA within two (2) years of employment.

Applicants shall have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally; ability to work in adverse weather conditions and on rough terrain; ability to climb ladders and steps; work in confined spaces and be able to work while wearing an SCBA. Knowledge of and the ability to operate power hand tools and equipment, trucks, tractors, front end and skid loaders, mowers and hand trucks is desired.

The City of Circleville offers an attractive benefit package that includes health, dental, vision and life insurance after 30 days of service and membership in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. Entry level salary is $20.3798 per hour with an increase to $22.9717 per hour after 6 months of service and is based on a 40-hour work week with occasional overtime and scheduled weekend work. Operators work a varied weekly schedule of 10-hour shifts between the hours of 6 AM to 10 PM.

Applications may be obtained by visiting our website at www.circlevilleoh.gov/employment/ and clicking on the Employment tab.

The completed employment application may be returned by the following methods:

• Email: vdilley@circlevilleoh.gov (preferred method)
• Mail: City of Circleville HR Department, Attn: Valerie Dilley, 104 E. Franklin Street, Circleville, OH 43113

Deadline for filing is Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 4 PM. Applications will not be accepted after the posted deadline.

THE CITY OF CIRCLEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Circleville is accepting applications for the position of Water Plant Operator within the Department of Public Utilities. This is a full-time position that requires a high school diploma or equivalent and possession of a valid Ohio drivers’ license with the ability to meet the City of Circleville’s requirements for insurability.

Mathematical calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages and basic algebra are used on a daily basis; some mechanical aptitude is required and knowledge of the tools used to make repairs to plant equipment. The Water Plant Operator must be able to work with little or no supervision and is required to obtain a Class I Operator Water Supply license issued by the Ohio EPA within one (1) year of employment.

Applicants shall have the ability to lift up to 100 lbs. occasionally; ability to work in adverse weather conditions and on rough terrain; ability to climb ladders and steps; work in confined spaces and be able to work while wearing an SCBA. Knowledge of and the ability to operate power hand tools and equipment, trucks, tractors, front end and skid loaders, mowers and hand trucks is desired.

The City of Circleville offers an attractive benefit package that includes health, dental, vision and life insurance after 30 days of service and membership in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. Entry level salary is $19.8754 per hour with an increase to $21.8298 per hour after 6 months of service and is based on a 40-hour work week with occasional overtime and scheduled weekend work. Operators work a varied weekly schedule, including weekends, of 8-hour shifts between the hours of 8 AM and 4 PM.

Applications may be obtained by visiting our website at www.circlevilleoh.gov/employment/ and clicking on the Employment tab.

The completed employment application and a resume may be returned by the following methods:

• Email: vdilley@circlevilleoh.gov (preferred method)
• Mail: City of Circleville HR Department, Attn: Valerie Dilley, 104 E. Franklin Street, Circleville, OH 43113

Deadline for filing is Monday, March 31, 2025 at 4 PM. Applications will not be accepted after the posted deadline.

THE CITY OF CIRCLEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Title: Assistant Clerk of Council (Part-Time)

Job Description:

Circleville City Council is seeking an Assistant Clerk of Council who is responsible for providing administrative support to the City Council and its boards and commissions. This includes preparing meeting materials, recording minutes, publishing legal notices, and maintaining official records. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to work independently, and have knowledge of public administration and records management.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and distribute council and/or committee meeting materials
• Record, transcribe, and index meeting minutes
• Publish legal notices and maintain official records
• Provide administrative support to council and its boards and commissions
• Communicate effectively with officials, staff, and the public
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Update web-based information regarding city council business

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Clerical experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Valid Ohio driver’s license
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively
• Knowledge of public administration and records management is preferred
• Dependability and punctuality
• Knowledge of City Council Rules and Ohio Open Meeting guidelines is preferred
• Ability to be bonded and certified
• Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively and meet deadlines

Physical Demands:

• Sit for extended periods, use hands and vision continuously
• Occasionally stand, walk, push, pull, reach, bend, and stoop
• Lift packages up to 10 pounds

Work Environment:

• Office environment
• Limited supervision
• Flexible schedule, including evening meetings

Salary and Benefits:

• Pay range is $23.60 to $28.32 per hour
• Membership in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

How to Apply:

• Visit the City of Circleville website www.circlevilleoh.gov to download the employment application
• Submit completed application, cover letter, and detailed resume to: Department of Human Resources, City Administration Building, Attn: Valerie Dilley, 104 E. Franklin Street, Circleville, Ohio or via email: vdilley@circlevilleoh.gov

Deadline for submission: Monday, March 31, 2025 at 4 PM 

THE CITY OF CIRCLEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Classification: Entry Level Police Officer – Full Time, OPOTA Certified

Minimum Score Requirements: Video Score 65%, Writing Score 70%, Reading Score 70%. After obtaining the minimum score in each category, candidates are ranked based on the weighted score.

Minimum Requirements for Applying: A valid Ohio Driver’s License and State of Ohio Police Officer certification is required. Please visit our website for additional details. Applicants not meeting the minimum standards listed here and below will not be placed on the eligibility list.

Please read all the following information carefully. The City of Circleville is establishing an eligibility list for full-time Police Officer. Candidates meeting the minimum requirements of the position may be invited, in groups of ten (10) starting at the top of the eligibility list, to complete an employment application and the City of Circleville Personal History Questionnaire following the closing of the testing period and certification of the eligibility list.

Veteran’s Credit: After obtaining the minimum score in each category, Veteran’s credit of 20% (required by state law), will be granted to those individuals who show certified proof of Honorable Discharge pursuant to state law and the Local Rules of the Circleville Service Commission prior to the close of the application period. Email a copy of certified proof to hr@circlevilleoh.gov when submitting your score to qualify for the bonus.

Salary Information: Effective January 1, 2025, Police Officer entry level pay is $28.50/hour with an increase to $30.96/hour after 6 months of employment. Newly hired employees shall be provided with an initial issue of uniform items. However, newly hired employees who leave employment with the City within 24 months of their first date of service with the City shall reimburse the City the cost of the initial issue of uniforms and equipment.

Benefit Information: Health, dental, vision and life benefits are offered after 30 days of service as well as membership in the Ohio Police and Firemen’s Disability and Pension Fund. Paid vacation offered after 12 months of service.

Department Overview: A Police Officer patrols designated areas of the City protecting the lives, safety, property and peace of the citizens of Circleville by ensuring compliance with and enforcing all applicable laws and City Ordinances; answers calls when a crime is suspected or an emergency exists; takes such actions as are necessary to prevent crime, to apprehend a criminal, to maintain safety, to assist citizens in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations; monitors and controls traffic, enforces traffic laws and investigates traffic crashes. The duties and assignments of a Police Officer are quite varied in nature and occur in a variety of settings and places.

Location: Circleville/Pickaway County, Ohio, population: 13,314
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Minimum Job Requirements: Applicants are removed from the selection process and Civil Service Commission employment eligibility list for failure to meet the minimum requirements as listed in the employment notice.

• Age: Must be at least 21 years of age
• US Citizen: Yes
• High School Grad/GED: Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Valid OHIO State Driver’s License: Possession of an unrestricted license (except for corrective lenses) with the ability to meet the City’s minimum guidelines for insurability
• Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
• Vision: As required by the Ohio Police and Fire Pension Fund Physical Requirements
• College: Not required

Hiring Process:
• An extensive background investigation, including but not limited to driving records, criminal records, alcohol and drug use, financial responsibility records, voice stress analysis, psychological exam, and physical exam.
• Undesirable conduct in the area of integrity, discipline, commitment, or reliability may cause an applicant to be disqualified.
• Must have a stable employment record. Instability may include the inability to maintain steady employment as well as gross abuse of standards, incompetency, or aberrant behavior during a single employment.
• Must not have a credit history which could result in criminal prosecution (i.e., failure to pay child support) or conduct which appears intended to defraud or harm just creditors.
• Must participate in a structured panel interview.
• Must successfully complete a psychological examination, including but not limited to, an oral interview administered and interpreted by a licensed practitioner trained to evaluate results of both tests.
• Must successfully complete an extensive physical examination, including but not limited to, a complete medical examination, stress test and evaluation.
• Must successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening.
• WITHDRAWAL FROM THE PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS FOLLOWING A CONDITIONAL OFFER AND PRIOR TO HIRE REQUIRES REIMBUREMENT OF ALL PRE-EMPLOYMENT COSTS