Human Resources

The City of Beacon Department of Human Resources is committed to providing leadership, guidance, and professional personnel services to all city employees, retirees and prospective hires. The Department of Human Resources is responsible for:

Administering Civil Service as provided by NYS Civil Service Law and Dutchess County Civil Service Rules.
Promoting harmonious labor-management relations to enhance employee morale, motivation, and productivity.
Coordination of employee benefit programs available to active and former employees, as well as their eligible family members.
Administration of Workers’ Compensation program for all city employees.
Overseeing and implementing employee training programs for Federal, State, and local compliance.
Creating a safe and healthy work environment that utilizes the full potential of our diverse workforce.

The City of Beacon is an equal opportunity workplace and committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Please click here for the City of Beacon Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement.

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. his 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

DEPUTY CITY CLERK

This position assists the City Clerk by assuming responsibility for clerical duties and fills in for the Registrar of Vital Statistics. Work is carried out in accordance with established procedures with detailed instructions given for new or difficult procedures. Work is performed under the general supervision of the City Clerk and is reviewed by checks of completed work or spot checks of work in progress.

Hiring Notice

POLICE LIEUTENANT

This is a responsible position involving the planning, directing and supervising the police activities of a large number of officers in a municipal police department. The work is carried out in accordance with modern law enforcement practices and the general instructions of the Police Chief or a higher-level command staff member. This class differs from that of Police Sergeant by virtue of the increased level of supervisory responsibilities. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Police Chief or a higher-level command staff member, with considerable leeway allowed for exercise of judgment in emergencies. General supervision is exercised over Police Sergeants, Police Officers, and other subordinate employees. Incumbent may be responsible for all police activities on a designated shift.

Hiring Notice

MUNICIPAL SECRETARY (BUILDING DEPT.)

This position is responsible for the performance of a variety of clerical, secretarial, and administrative tasks. Work is performed under general supervision with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment. Supervision over others is not normally a function of this position; however, the incumbent may coordinate or oversee the work of subordinate employees in the completion of special projects or assignments. The incumbent should have good knowledge of the policies, practices, and procedures of the appropriate municipal department; good knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment; good knowledge of business English and keyboarding skills; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, as in the preparation of routine correspondence; ability to learn the use of electronic data processing equipment; ability to establish and to maintain satisfactory working relationships with others, including the public; ability to maintain detailed records; ability to direct the work flow of a municipal department; ability to perform arithmetic operations accurately and quickly; initiative; good judgment; tact and courtesy.

Hiring Notice

STUDENT INTERN “DOCUMENT DIGITIZER”

The City of Beacon Assessor Office is looking for a Student Intern to work at City Hall. The Intern will be responsible for digitizing a large volume of documents and indexing on a shared drive. The incumbent will work in an office setting, and operate a scanning machine and computer. Document scanning is the primary function of this role, but this person may support other departments with digitization, if possible.

Hiring Notice

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

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 Program Employment Flyer

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 or email Nate Smith at nsmith@beaconny.gov.

Summer Employment Application

Hiring lifeguards, pool attendants, and summer program counselors for summer 2023.

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.

GENERAL CITY EMPLOYMENT

RECREATION DEPARTMENT EMPLOYMENT

CITY OF BEACON BOARDS AND COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS

Human Resources

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