Director of Public Works

Join our Team! The Town of Mount Jackson is seeking an energetic and accountable leader who is project driven to join our team as the Director of Public Works. This position will oversee the maintenance and water/wastewater operations of the Town and support a beautiful community of over 2,200 citizens.  We are seeking an individual who will work closely with Town Leadership and has genuine interest in advancing our holistic strategic planning initiative. The successful candidate will embrace our vision to enhance the quality of life for our community by providing public works services, protecting the public interest, and efficiently constructing, operating, and maintaining the Town’s infrastructure while leading a dedicated team. Any equivalent combination of technical education and experience will be considered, we encourage you to apply!

Applicant Requirements:

  • Ability to work a rotating and flexible schedule, Monday through Friday
  • Ability to respond to emergency situations and traffic needs when they arise (evenings/weekends)
  • Demonstrated knowledge and compliance with VDOT and OSHA requirements/regulations
  • Demonstrated knowledge and compliance with relevant State and Federal regulations
  • Knowledge of water and sewer standards, operations, and procedures (DEQ and VDH regulations)
  • Knowledge of municipal public works administration, planning and design
  • Salary range is $38-43 per hour

Job Description can be found here.
Town of Mount Jackson Employment Application (fillable PDF)
Send completed application to: jfrye@mountjackson.com
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Part-Time Library Manager

Join our Team! The Town of Mount Jackson invites applications for a part-time Library Manager position. The town library has a charming location, nestled inside the Town Hall in Mount Jackson, Virginia and serves over 2,000 + citizens. This part-time position will facilitate access to information and resources for the library and will curate collections, develop educational programs, manage databases, and oversee volunteer library staff. Success in this position draws on competencies in advocating for an inclusive and diverse library environment, nurturing safe and accessible library spaces, while embracing innovative processes and technologies that enhance library operations and offerings to our community.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who will collaborate with Town Leadership, the Shenandoah County Library System and community partners on a holistic strategic planning initiative.

Applicant Requirements:

  • Ability to work 20hrs a week
  • Associates degree or higher (preferred)
  • Library experience (preferred)
  • Any combination of public service and/or previous library experience considered in lieu of higher education
  • Salary range is $15-20 per hour

Town of Mount Jackson Employment Application (fillable PDF)
Email completed application to: gbeam@mountjackson.com
Job Description can be found here.

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Mount Jackson Police Department Application (fillable PDF)
Email completed application to: k.cowart@mountjackson.com
NOTE: Applications for the Police Department are separate from the regular Town application.