Four basic principles form the foundation of City of Owasso's management philosophy & vision:

1. Together, we must create an environment in which individuals know their ideas and work are valued equally; and
2. An environment in which they know they can take risk;
3. Not uncalculated risk, but allow people to be creative and solve problems by taking risk within the parameters of the training, supervision, and support system available;
4. And, if a mistake is made, you support the individual so that both of you learn from that mistake and learn not to make it again.

Job Opportunities

• ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
• ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR
• DEPUTY COURT CLERK
• EMERGENCY SERVICE DISPATCHER
• FIREFIGHTER/MEDIC
• PARKS LABORER
• PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT MANAGEMENT INTERN
• SEASONAL GREENSKEEPER
• SEASONAL MAINTENANCE WORKER
• SEASONAL SANITATION WORKER
• STORMWATER / VEGETATION DIVISION SUPERVISOR
• WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR I

Please submit a separate application and/or resume for each position for which you are interested. Links are provided below for emailing a resume or for completing an online application. Minimum requirements and position summaries can be found by clicking on the appropriate link under current openings.

• Email Resume (Word or PDF format only)
• Online Application

Apply in person/mail at:
City of Owasso
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 180
111 N. Main
Owasso, OK 74055

918-376-1500
918-274-3415 (Fax)

City of Owasso is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Minimum Requirements and Position Summaries

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ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

Department:

Managerial 

Salary:

$10.99-$14.01 depending upon qualifications and experience 

Job Summary:

Performs a variety of clerical work for Managerial Department and City Attorney.  Primary duties include preparation of correspondence, reports, documents, and forms, create presentations, maintain records systems, assist the public in person and by telephone, schedule and prepare conference rooms for various meetings, copies, assembles, and distributes department materials. Orders departmental supplies, sorts and distributes mail.  This position is responsible for the compilation of City Council agendas and corresponding staff documentation, as well as the compilation of, or guidance of the production of, major policy documents such as the Annual Budget Proposal, City newsletter, City press releases, and other writings or blogs.  Secondary duties will include the review of comparative data and supportive materials to aid in the development of strategic policies and initiatives.   Also responsible for taking minutes at various city related meetings.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate or GED
• Proficient in Word, Excel PowerPoint, Access
• Oral and written communication skills
• Valid Oklahoma Drivers’ License with good driving record
• Office experience a plus
• Must be able to work the  1st & 3rd Tuesday evening of every month for City Council meetings
• Must be able to work before 8:00am or after 5:00pm  occasionally in addition to the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month

Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required

Deadline for Application:  OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR

Department:

Finance

Salary:

$52,706 to $69,835 +/- depending upon experience and qualifications

Job Summary:

Under general direction of the Finance Director, performs complex accounting duties, including general ledger reconciliations, financial reporting and record keeping; maintains a variety of accounts and subsidiary ledgers for various city functions including capital assets and grants; and performs a variety of accounting functions relative to assigned areas of responsibility.  Functions of the Finance Department include General Accounting, Municipal Court and Utility Billing.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three years experience in accounting.
• Proficient knowledge of governmental accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or related field.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of computer software including spreadsheets and word processing.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required

Deadline for Application: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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DEPUTY COURT CLERK

Department:

Court Clerk 

Salary:

$11.43 - $14.57/hour 

Job Summary:

Performs general administrative support duties in Court Clerk’s office.  Attends court proceedings, receives and records fines, provide information to court attendees.  Provides assistance to the public in person and by telephone, receives and processes citations, accepts and receipts fees.  Acts as Court Clerk in the absence of the Court Clerk. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or GED
• Minimum of three months court related experience or experience with legal terminology
• Must be proficient in Word and Excel
• Must be able to work Thursday evenings.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required

Deadline for Application: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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EMERGENCY SERVICE DISPATCHER/JAILER

Department:

Police

Salary:

$14.00/hr

Job Summary:

Under general supervision of the Dispatch Supervisor, receives requests for police, fire, and emergency medical assistance from the public.  Dispatches and/or relays calls for service to the appropriate police, fire, and emergency medical agencies or units.  Assists emergency service agencies by collecting, retrieving, and disseminating information vital to operations.  Acts as a jailer providing supervision, cleaning duties, meals and phone calls for prisoners.  Requires ability to work both day and night shifts in increments of 8-12 hours.  May include working holidays. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years previous experience in emergency services including police, fire or EMS agencies or private sector high volume call center.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid Oklahoma drivers’ license with no suspensions in the past 5 years.
• Must be skilled or expert in Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to keyboard at least 45 words per minute.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must be able to react quickly, efficiently and calmly, and adopt an effective course of action in emergency and routine situations.
• Must possess emotional self control in high stress volatile work environment.

Preferred certifications or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment:

• OLETS certification
• Oklahoma State Jailer Certification
• CPR Certification
• First Aid Certification
• APCO certification
• EMD certification

Working Conditions:

• Regular, multiple or conflicting demands, time pressures, deadlines, or emergencies
• Regular sustained concentration
• Some physical effort or dexterity
• Sustained posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time
• Viewing computer screen and inputting data, sometimes for sustained periods of time
• Conversing by telephone and radio, communicating with and assisting the public and police and fire personnel during emergency and non-emergency situations
• Subject to emergency call-ins, shift hold over and schedule reassignment for the good of the service.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening and TB Test Required

Post Employment Hepatitis B immunization provided

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FIREFIGHTER/MEDIC

Position:

Firefighter/Medic

Job Summary:

Responsible for first aid, fire suppression and rescue work involving personal injury, illness and traumatic situations, also is under the direction of the Station Captain.

Work involves training for and participating in the preservation of lives in emergency situations.  Primary duties are to ride in assigned ambulance or fire apparatus to an emergency scene and, if need, on to hospitals.  Work also involves continual training in emergency and first aid techniques, geography of the town, efficient operation of medical calls and fire fighting methods.  Individuals in this classification are also assigned other related duties when not handling emergencies such as maintaining equipment, housekeeping, and attending schools and workshops.

Individuals in this class are alone with patient in the back of the ambulance while transporting and must be able to perform services single handedly.  The attendant is the most experienced of Medics and should know considerable first aid and rescue procedures.

Schedule:

Work days vary due to shift rotation.  On duty 24 hours, off duty 48 hours.

Salary:

Firefighter/Paramedic beginning salary: $43,122*

Firefighter/EMT Basic enrolled in Paramedic School beginning salary: $35,487*

Firefighter/EMT Advance enrolled in Paramedic School beginning salary: $38,236*

*Does not include incentives

• Applicants currently employed with another municipal Fire Department who possess an IFSAC-Firefighter I Certification and have previous Advance Life Support experience may be eligible for lateral entry based on the Fire Chief’s review of qualifications and experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be State of Oklahoma Paramedic Certified; or Certified E.M.T. Basic/Advance enrolled and in good standing in a Paramedic Program.  Verification of enrollment and status will be required.

• Must have High School Degree or G.E.D.
• Must be at least eighteen years of age
• Must pass written test, physical agility test and oral examinations.
• Must pass interviews with Chief and City Manager
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma Drivers License with good driving record
• Must pass a criminal background investigation
• Must successfully pass OK Firefighters Pension & Retirement physical and drug screening

Hiring Process Time Line:

 Deadline for Application: May 31st by 12pm

Deadline for Requested Documentation: June 7th by 12pm
      (Includes certifications and licensing)

Written Exam: Saturday, June 15th**

Practice CPAT #1:  Saturday, July 17th**

Practice CPAT #2:  Saturday, July 27th**

Official CPAT: Saturday, August 10th**

Oral Review Boards: August 13th – 15th  

Chief’s Interview: August 22nd – 23rd  

City Manager Interview: TBA

**Times to be announced

Offer for employment contingent on Preliminary Testing, Oral Review Board, Chief’s Interview, City Manager Interview, Pension Physical, Background Investigation and Drug Screening.

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PARKS LABORER

Department:

Parks (Temporary to Permanent)

Salary:

$10.21/hr. Position will be hired as temporary for 60 days prior to any offer for full time employment.

Job Summary:

Performs general maintenance of the city parks.  Responsibilities include weedeating, maintenance of safe trails and playground equipment as well as replacement and planting of shrubs, trees and flowers.

Generally 40 hours. Schedule requires weekend hours with alternating week days off. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicant must have a driver’s license with a clean driving record, prefer High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in operating and maintaining small construction equipment and horticulture knowledge a plus

Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required

Deadline for Application: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT MANAGEMENT INTERN

Department:

Public Works—Engineering

Salary:

Unpaid

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Public Works Engineering Project Manager, who coordinates the projects and activities of Inspection Division (capital improvement, residential and commercial infrastructure construction projects) within the Public Works Department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have valid OK Drivers’ License with good driving record and be able to pass criminal background check
• Student pursuing degree in the filed of Construction Mgmt or Project Mgmt
• Must be able to perform work outdoors, sometimes in extreme temperatures

Deadline for Application: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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SEASONAL GREENSKEEPER

Department: 

Bailey Ranch Golf Course—Maintenance Division

Salary: 

$7.25-$7.50 per hour (No Benefits)

Work Schedule:

Must be able to work weekends.  Work week will consist of around 40 hours per week through approximately August or September.

Job Summary: 

Under the supervision of the golf course superintendent, or assistant superintendent, perform routine manual labor involved in golf course maintenance; do semi-skilled grounds construction and maintenance work; operate small hand-powered equipment; and occasionally perform work involving large equipment such as tractors, loaders and mowers.

Pre-Employment Drug Screen Required

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SEASONAL MAINTENANCE WORKER

Department:

Public Works—Stormwater/Vegetation

Starting Pay:

$8.50 per hour

Job Summary:

Assist in the construction and maintenance of drainage infrastructure and right-of-way maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have valid OK drivers’ license
• “Class A” certification preferred but not required

Example of Job Duties:

• Perform required labor involved in:
• Drainage maintenance
• Vegetation control
• Small construction projects
• Drive trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling and unloading of various equipment, pipe, gravel, dirt and sand.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required

Deadline for Application:  OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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SEASONAL SANITATION WORKER

Department:

Public Works/Refuse Division

Salary:

$8.50/hr.

Job Summary:

Provide assistance with refuse routes and summer grass bag pickups.

Generally 40 hours per week starting May through October.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have valid OK drivers’ license with a good driving record

Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required

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STORMWATER / VEGETATION DIVISION SUPERVISOR

Department:

Public Works

Starting Pay:

Range 31 $16.89-$22.38 +/- depending upon qualifications and experience

Job Summary:

Under general direction of General Services Superintendent, a working supervisor that performs a variety of  routine and semi-complex administrative, supervisory and technical tasks in the Stormwater Management Program, construction and maintenance of drainage infrastructure, vegetation control in rights-of-ways and drainage channels and manage cemetery operations. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Environmental Science required or equivalent combination of education and experience.  BS in Environmental Science preferred.
• Three (3) years progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and construction of drainage infrastructure; at least one (1) year of which is in a supervisory capacity.
• Knowledge of NPDES program and requirements.
• Knowledge of chemical application requirements and vegetation control equipment operation and maintenance.

Example of Job Duties:

• Perform and oversee work responsibilities insuring conformance to NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) standards, city construction standards, safe work policy, and accepted standards of quality.
• Responsible for NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination system) program compliance.
• Oversee, assess, and prioritize, work relating to maintenance and repair of City stormwater infrastructure and drainage systems, cemetery and vegetation control operations.
• Oversee preventative maintenance, cleaning, and repair of division vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Implement goals, objectives and priorities for the division and division personnel.
• Respond to customer concerns and request.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required

Deadline for Application:  OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR I

Job Summary:

Under supervision of the WWTP Chief Plant Operator, operates the Wastewater Treatment plant in accordance to regulations set by O.D.E.Q. and E.P.A. Maintain all plant equipment as per maintenance schedules, performs laboratory analysis on all wastewater parameters.  Cleans and maintains facility grounds and buildings.  Follows all safety requirements.

Work Schedule:

Shift work required.  Actual shift to be determined.

 Salary:

 $11.88-$15.15 depending upon qualifications and experience

 Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent
• Class “C” Wastewater Operator Certification by the State of Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
• Class “C” Wastewater Laboratory Certification by the State of Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
• Class “A” Commercial Drivers License Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
• Must be respirator/self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) certifiable

 Minimum Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) years experience in operation of wastewater treatment plant preferred
• Aptitude for chemistry, working knowledge of plan equipment, controls, electrical circuitry, pumps blowers, belt press and other mechanical equipment
• Ability to understand and utilize biology, chemistry and mathematics related to wastewater treatment, operation and maintenance
• Must be able to communicate, plan and organize verbally as well as in writing

Pre-employment Drug Screening Required

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