POLICE OFFICER (LATERAL / ACADEMY GRADUATE) -  Town of Truckee:  *Top step officer can earn UP TO $7173/mo. with incentives.*  Are you ready to elevate your career?  The Town of Truckee and the Truckee Police Department offer personal and professional opportunities that few other California agencies can match.   Truckee is a mountain community at the top of the Sierra Nevada Range.  It offers an abundance of year-round outdoor and recreational activities.  The Town is also close to the metropolitan areas of Reno and Sacramento.  Truckee was incorporated in 1993 and the police department started in 2001.  Your experience is valued here as the Town and department seek innovative ways to deliver service to a unique community.  The police department has 26 sworn officers which includes patrol, dedicated traffic officer, detectives, and an SRO.  Collateral assignments include bike patrol, FTO, dive team, boat and personal watercraft patrol, and collision investigation team.  Salary as of July 2007 is $4369 - $5898/mo, plus 5% for an Int. POST and an additional 2.5% for an Advanced; 5% shift differential; 5% for detectives; 5% for FTOs w/trainees; 2.5% bilingual pay.  (Contract negotiations are in progress for FY 08/09.)  Additional benefits include PERS 3% @ 50 (employees’ contribution paid by Town); fully provided uniforms and safety equipment (dry-cleaning paid by Town); health, dental, and vision; tuition reimbursement.  Applications may also be obtained at Download an Application Form or by calling (530) 582-7700.  Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit and go on a ride-along by calling (530) 550-2328. Open until filled; interviews anticipated in early May 2008.  E.O.E.  Click here for a complete job description.

LEVEL I RESERVE POLICE OFFICER ($23.45/ hour) The Truckee Police Department is seeking highly qualified individuals to become part of the Truckee Police Department.  The Reserve Police Officer will be expected to perform all the duties of a full time Police Officer with the main difference being the Reserve Police Officer is a part time officer called upon to assist the agency when needed to meet staffing needs and participate in special events.  We are looking for high energy persons who are innovative, are progressive thinkers, and who demonstrate self-initiative and leadership abilities.  Applicants should possess excellent interpersonal skills to effectively respond to problems and complaints from the community and are able to think clearly and act quickly and decisively in emergency situations, while remaining calm.   Requirements include possession of a valid California or Nevada license and a satisfactory driving record and the ability to qualify as a Level I Reserve Peace Officer as defined by California POST; successful completion of background investigation, polygraph exam, and medical and psychological evaluations. The Town of Truckee is a drug-free work place and all employees must pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.  To request an application package, call the Town of Truckee at 530-582-2925, or visit the website at www.townoftruckee.com.  Send completed applications to: Town of Truckee, Administrative Services Department, 10183 Truckee Airport Road, Truckee, CA  96161-3306.  This position is open until filled.  Click here for a complete job description.

MAINTENANCE WORKER II, Town of Truckee, CA. ($19.04/hr - $25.71/hr). The Town of Truckee is currently accepting applications for Maintenance Worker II.  The ideal candidate is able to work nights, weekends, and holidays under adverse conditions. Candidate must be responsible and able to work in a skilled and independent manner without close supervision. Must communicate well with supervisors, coworkers and public. At times may exercise functional and technical supervision over temporary and regular employees. Duties include routine and skilled heavy physical labor in the maintenance and repair of Town streets, drainage facilities, and rights-of-way. Must possess two (2) years experience operating various pieces of heavy equipment used in the performance of street maintenance and snow removal. Knowledge of Town road system a plus. A Class B driver’s license with the ability to obtain a Class A  license is required and you will be part of the DOT Random Drug Pool. The Town of Truckee is a drug-free work place.  Town employment requires the successful completion of a physical examination, drug screen and background check. Benefits include PERS, health, dental, vision and life insurance, vacation, sick leave, and thirteen holidays.  Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications.  Application and resume must be received by 5:00 pm on September 5, 2008. A current DMV printout is required with your application. Mail application to the Town of Truckee, Administrative Services, 10183 Truckee Airport Road, Truckee, CA  96161 or fax to 530-550-2343. For applications, job description and other information, call 530-582-2925 or visit the Town’s website at www.townoftruckee.com.  The Town of Truckee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Click here for a complete job description.

SEASONAL SNOW REMOVAL – Town of Truckee, CA. ($19.04/hr - $25.71/hr).  The ideal candidate for the Public Works Department is able to work nights, weekends, and holidays under adverse conditions. Candidate must be responsible and able to work in a skilled and independent manner without close supervision. Must communicate well with supervisors, coworkers and public.  Experience operating various pieces of heavy equipment used in the performance of street maintenance and snow removal preferred.  Knowledge of Town road system a plus. A Class B driver’s license is required and you will be part of the DOT Random Drug Pool.  The Town of Truckee is a drug-free work place. Town employment requires the successful completion of a physical examination, drug screen and background check. For applications, job descriptions and other information, call 530-582-2925 or visit the Town’ website at www.townoftruckee.com. Mail applications to Town Hall, 10183 Truckee Airport Road, Administrative Office, Truckee, CA 96161 or fax to Human Resources at 530-550-2343. Application and resume must be received by 5:00 pm on September 12, 2008.  A current DMV printout is required with your application.  The Town of Truckee is an equal opportunity employer.  Click here for a complete job description.

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GENERAL INFORMATION:

Truckee, California, is a mountain community located on top of the Sierra Nevada Range just north of Lake Tahoe. The community is located within a scenic basin surrounded by forests and mountains with a four-season climate uncommon in California. There is a windfall of outdoor recreational opportunities in the area including Lake Tahoe, several lakes and reservoirs, the Truckee River and other trout streams, hiking and camping, cross-country skiing, rock climbing, mountain biking, and a dozen ski resorts within 30 minutes. We are also close to the Reno (35 minutes) and Sacramento (90 minutes) metropolitan areas.

Truckee is growing, but we still maintain our small town atmosphere and lifestyle. Truckee is known as a wonderful family community with an excellent school system. Truckee has a permanent population of nearly 15,000, but a large number of tourists and second home owners visit us throughout the year.

Benefits (Regular, Full-time Employees)

Employees are covered by the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).  The CalPERS formulas are 2.7% at age 55 for miscellaneous class employees and 3% at age 50 for safety class employees. 

The Town does not participate in Social Security.

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (The Town pays 100% for employees and part of premium for dependent coverage.)

Group Term Life Insurance (paid by Town).

Sick Leave.

13 Paid Holidays.

Accrued Vacation: 1-4 years of service, 2 weeks; 5-11 years of service, 3 weeks; 12 years and over, 4 weeks.

Two weeks of administrative leave each year is provided for exempt personnel.