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Current Botetourt County Job Openings

 


MAINTENANCE WORKER - RECREATION (Part-Time Seasonal)

Botetourt County is accepting applications to fill two part-time seasonal maintenance worker positions in the Parks and Recreation Department. Preferred qualifications include experience in landscaping and grounds maintenance such as mowing, trimming, pruning, raking, shoveling and the operation of tools and equipment needed to perform these duties including riding and push mowers, weed-trimmers and hand tools. This position will primarily work Mon-Fri 7:00am to 3:30pm, up to 40 hrs per week. Some periodic evening or weekend duty may be required. This position requires the applicant to be able to work outdoors and be able to perform moderate to strenuous physical activity for periods up to eight hours per day. Applicants must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license and a good driving record. Starting rate of pay is $10 per hour. Applications can be obtained by calling 540-473-8233 or from this page. A completed application form is required to be considered for the position. Contact Mary Blackburn, 540-473-8349 with questions. Application and resume should be submitted to: Human Resources, 5 W Main St, Suite 200, Fincastle, VA 24090, or e-mailed to mblackburn@botetourt.org by 5:00 P. M. on February 29, 2012. EOE

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DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

Botetourt County is currently accepting applications for a Director of Emergency Services to lead a progressive combination department with 12 volunteer agencies and a fulltime staff of 28. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of Fire, EMS and emergency management. Must be a team oriented and consensus-building leader, with a strong history of progressive management experience in fire services, EMS or emergency management. 4-year degree or commensurate education. Excellent written and verbal communication, budgeting, strategic planning, analytical and organizational skills required. Salary negotiable DOQ. Competitive benefit package.

For questions contact Mary Blackburn, Human Resources, 5 West Main Street, Suite 200, Fincastle, VA 24090; 540-473-8349. A completed application form is required to be considered for the position. Application, cover letter with salary requirement and resume can be mailed to the above address or e-mailed to mblackburn@botetourt.org. Position open until filled. Preference will be given to applications received by 5:00 p.m. February 15, 2012. EOE

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CONSTRUCTION COMPLIANCE MANAGER

Botetourt County is currently accepting applications for the position of Construction Compliance Manager. Position requires experience with construction practices, erosion and sediment control, ability to read and interpret plans/blueprints, proficiency with Microsoft Office products, and excellent communication skills. Utility installation experience desirable; Certified Building Official and managerial experience preferred. Full-time position; excellent benefits including retirement. Starting salary to the mid $40’s DOQ. For questions contact Mary Blackburn, Human Resources, 5 West Main Street, Suite 200, Fincastle, VA 24090; 540-473-8349. A completed application form is required to be considered for the position. Application, cover letter and resume can be mailed to the above address or e-mailed to mblackburn@botetourt.org. Position open until filled. Preference will be given to applications received by 5:00 p.m. February 8, 2012. EOE.

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County Administrator

 

Botetourt County, strategically situated in west central Virginia and located at the northern tier of the scenic Roanoke Valley is seeking highly skilled candidates for the position of County Administrator to follow their retiring chief executive. The County has a population of 33,148 according to the 2010 Census and has experienced modest growth over the past 50 years. Botetourt County’s government provides a wide range of services and is widely recognized for its past efforts to provide a high quality of life and a diverse economy and workforce for its citizens. The County operates with a FY 2012 budget of $85.9 million and approximately 280 full time equivalent employees.

Successful candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, public policy, finance, planning or related field as a minimum requirement, with a master’s degree in a similar academic area preferred. At least seven (7) to ten (10) years of public management experience as a Chief Executive / Administrator or Deputy Chief Executive / Administrator in a comparably sized community or organization with a wide range of knowledge and duties in operations and management is also desired. Past experience should demonstrate high levels of performance in areas that include finance and budget, economic development, staff development and maintaining positive lines of communication at all levels. ICMA Credentialed Manager designation desired, but not required. A progressive record of strong professional, administrative leadership in a similar community or organization is an important consideration. The salary for the position is negotiable within a range of $130,000 to $140,000 based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience and is supplemented by an excellent benefits package.

Please submit a letter of application, detailed resume with salary history and five (5) work related references to: John A. Anzivino, Senior Vice President, Springsted Incorporated, 1564 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228; Fax 804-726-9752 or e-mail Richmond@springsted.com. Resumes received by January 5, 2012 will receive priority consideration. For a complete community/position profile related to the position please visit www.springsted.com. Botetourt County is an EOE.

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  • Polling Place Election Officer

Serving as an Election Officer is a rewarding way to participate in your government and help ensure a fair and well-organized voting process. Botetourt County needs approximately 140 dependable and committed citizens to serve as election officers in its 17 precincts for each General Election. Click here to read about qualifications, duties and pay rates. For additional information, contact the Voter Registration Office.

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Botetourt County Sheriff's Department

Submit State Job Application Form to the Sheriff's Office, 5 West Main St., P.O. Box 18, Fincastle, VA 24090. ** Note that the Sheriff's Department may offer a benefits and vacation package that differs from what is offered for other County positions.

No positions are being advertised at this time.

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Volunteering

  • Recreation

The Recreation Department is continually looking for dedicated volunteers to support its various programs and activities. The County utilizes volunteers to support parks and playing fields, coach youth sports teams, and promote its many programs. Additionally, the County works collectively with seven booster clubs in the area made up entirely of volunteers, which support and organize local youth sports leagues. To get involved in any of the Recreation Department's programs and activities, contact Angie Crawford at (540) 473-8326 or e-mail the Recreation Department at acrawford@botetourt.org


  • Volunteer Fire Departments and Rescue Squads

The residents of Botetourt County are very fortunate to be served by an outstanding group of individuals that comprise the county's various volunteer fire departments and volunteer rescue squads. The selfless dedication portrayed by these men and women is truly inspiring and greatly appreciated. However, more enthusiastic volunteers are always in demand. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer or would like additional information on the services provided by these associations, please contact the Emergency Services Coordinator at (540) 473-3403.

Blue Ridge Volunteer Fire Department
P.O. Box 309
Blue Ridge, VA 24064
Fire House: (540) 977-2094

Buchanan Volunteer Fire Department
P.O. Box 275
Buchanan, VA 24066
Fire House: (540) 254-1331

Eagle Rock Volunteer Fire Department
P.O. Box 234
Eagle Rock, VA 24085
Fire House: (540) 884-2190

Fincastle Volunteer Fire Department
P.O. Box 432
Fincastle, VA 24090
Fire House: (540) 473-2142

Glen Wilton Volunteer Fire Department
P.O. Box 76
Glen Wilton, VA 24438
Fire House: (540) 862-7771

Troutville Volunteer Fire Department
P.O. Box 609
Troutville, VA 24175
Fire House: (540) 966-8661

Read Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
43 EastPark Drive
Roanoke, VA 24019
Fire House: (540) 977-5881

Blue Ridge Rescue Squad
P.O. Box 309
Blue Ridge, VA 24064
Rescue Building: (540) 977-2094

Buchanan Rescue Squad
P.O. Box 244
Buchanan, VA 24066
Rescue Building: (540) 254-3048

Eagle Rock Rescue Squad
P.O. Box 234
Eagle Rock, VA 24085
Rescue Building: (540) 884-2190

Fincastle Rescue Squad
P.O. Box 605
Fincastle, VA 24090
Rescue Building: (540) 473-8383

Troutville Rescue Squad
P.O. Box 11
Troutville, VA 24175
Rescue Building: (540) 966-8661

 

 

Did You Know...

Fpo Did You Know

Several Civil War Trails markers are found in and around the Town of Buchanan that tell the story of Hunter's Raid. One tells how Confederate Gen. McCausland fired on the covered bridge, in the face of Hunter's advancing army. After setting the fire, McCausland swam across the James to safety as Union soldiers fired at him.