City of Melrose Positions

Melrose Police Department
School Traffic Supervisor
Cell Monitor

Parks Department
Recreation Coordinator

School Traffic Supervisor
Melrose Police Department

The City of Melrose is seeking applicants for the position of Traffic Supervisor for the current school year. Candidates must have the ability to: dependably cover both morning and afternoon; effectively interface with the public; pass a CORI & Driver’s License exam; and ambulatory skills and reflexes to move quickly and to remain standing/walk for extended periods of time.

Hours are M-F, 7:45AM–8:25AM and 2:10PM–2:45PM . $32.64/day, weekly salary of $124.28 paid throughout the summer. Sick time, Bereavement, Holidays, Uniform provided.

Applications are available from Sergeant Jonathan Goc at the Melrose Police Department, or click here (Requires Adobe Acrobat)

All applications should be returned to:

Sgt. Jonathan Goc
Melrose Police Department
56 West Foster Street
Melrose, MA  02176

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Cell Monitor
Melrose Police Department

The Melrose Police Department has several openings for Cell Monitors. This position is ideal for college students, retirees and for those looking for on-call work. 

Under supervision of the Officer-in-Charge, Cell monitors are on-call and are responsible for the safety and well being of persons held in custody at the police station.  The qualified candidate is at least 18 years of age, has a High School Diploma and will undergo a criminal record check.  The qualified candidate must also have completed CPR training and have a current CPR certificate or a confirmation letter from the trainer.  Suicide prevention training will be required of all candidates and will be provided by the Melrose Police Dept. 

Applications are available on the employment page,  www.cityofmelrose.org. The current wage is $10.00 per hour with a minimum of 4 hours pay. The wage will increase to $12.00 per hour with Board of Aldermen approval. Apply to humanresources@cityofmelrose.org or HR, 562 Main St., Melrose, MA 02176. AA/EOE.

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Recreation Coordinator
Parks Department

Letter, resume, & 3 work references by 5/16/08 to humanresources@cityofmelrose.org. AA/EOE.

Summary: The Recreation Coordinator, under the policy direction of the Mayor and the Park Commission and reporting to the Superintendent shall design, plan and implement Recreational programs for the residents of Melrose.

Responsibilities:

1.      Design, plan, implement and supervise organized, creative, interesting recreational programs utilizing municipal and non-municipal facilities as required for the community.

2.      Foster relationships and collaborate with Melrose Public Schools, Churches, other city departments and organizations to create programs of interest.

3.      Assist in developing and managing a department budget with the Superintendent and Park Commission ensuring accurate financial oversight.

4.      Market and communicate programs and schedule facilities City-Wide.

5.      With approval from the Superintendent, purchase equipment and materials.

6.      Ensure organized and efficient recordkeeping for programs, user statistics, financials etc.

7.      Develop and communicate a quarterly recreational calendar.

8.      Assist in hiring and supervising the department work force and vendors.

Qualifications:

1.      Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field preferred.

2.      Strong financial management skills.

3.      Three to five years experience in developing and managing recreational programs required, preferably in a municipal environment.

4.      Demonstrated experience in developing revenue generating programs.

5.      Excellent organizational, customer service, oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.

6.      Intermediate computer skills with in-depth knowledge of WORD, Excel, Microsoft Outlook. Knowledge of MUNIS program preferred.

7.      Ability to pass a CORI records exam, with no record of conviction or plea of nolo contendre for any crime of violence involving a minor and no record of arrest or conviction for any crime involving sexual misconduct or moral turpitude.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In performing the duties of this position, the employee will be required from time-to-time to walk, sit, kneel, climb, talk and/or hear in order to serve the public.  The employee is required to use hands, fingers, handle, operate/use computer keyboard, city seal and service the public.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

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