Human Resources

GENERAL CITY EMPLOYMENT

CROSSING GUARD

The City of Beacon is looking for Crossing Guards for the upcoming School year. Shifts are available in either the morning and/or afternoons during the school week. Paid training is provided upon hire. Knowledge of traffic laws at pedestrian crossings is a plus. Background check is required.

Hiring Notice

FIRE DEPARTMENT CHIEF

This is an important administrative role involving responsibility for planning and directing all firefighting and fire prevention activities. The instruction and training of recruits, as well as the maintenance of high standards of performance throughout the force are direct responsibilities of the Fire Chief. The work is performed under the administrative direction of the City Administrator. Supervision is exercised over the work of all fire department personnel, which includes interior and exterior volunteer firefighters.

The Fire Chief must have thorough knowledge of local fire prevention laws and ordinances; thorough knowledge of State regulations on Fire and Police Safety and State and County Mutual Aid Systems; ability to develop contingency plans for a variety of disaster situations; ability to establish satisfactory working relationships with other governmental officials and the public; integrity; initiative; resourcefulness; tact and courtesy; good judgement; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. The incumbent is expected to maintain NYS regulations on all Volunteer and paid firefighter training and requirements, as well as maintain the annual LOSAP.

Hiring Notice

POLICE OFFICER

Police Officer Hiring Notice

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER (PART-TIME)

The City of Beacon seeks a well-qualified, dependable individual to serve as its part-time Animal Control Officer. Applicant must have availability during the day. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, six (6) months of full-time, paid or volunteer work experience caring for animals in a commercial, governmental or non-profit organization and possession of a valid New York State driver license are required. The position will work on an as-needed basis. The pay will be $20.00 per hour for each hour worked. Beacon residency is preferred. Please direct your inquiries and/or resume to: Sara Morris, Director of Human Resources, City of Beacon, One Municipal Plaza, Suite One, Beacon, New York 12508. Beacon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications may be found at the following: City of Beacon Employment Application

RECREATION DEPARTMENT EMPLOYMENT

After School Employment Application

After School hours of employment are 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Monday – Friday when school is in session. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age & pass a criminal background check. If you have any questions, please call: 845-765-2470.

CITY OF BEACON BOARDS AND COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS

There are several boards and committees in the City of Beacon that advise the Mayor and City Council in a variety of municipal matters. To view information and vacancies on each Board and Committee, visit the City of Beacon Boards and Committees page. You can submit an application at anytime; if no vacancy currently exists, the City will keep your application on file. Apply here.

You may also wish to visit Dutchess County Human Resources for a listing of positions available throughout the county.

EEO Policy Statement

The City of Beacon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

The City of Beacon complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the City has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The City of Beacon expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the City of Beacon’s employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

GENERAL CITY EMPLOYMENT

RECREATION DEPARTMENT EMPLOYMENT

CITY OF BEACON BOARDS AND COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS

EEO Policy Statement

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