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Firefighter to be held in summer 2009. This exam has now
been postposed to the fall. Please continue to monitor
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The City of Portland is strongly committed to diversity in its work force. We are an affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Apply at:
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Portland, Maine 04101
Telephone (207) 874-8624
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Job Opportunities
Hospital Housekeeper
Health and Human Services-Barron Center
full-time -
must be able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays. General cleaning duties to include damp dusting, dry/wet mopping, and bathroom cleaning at a 219-bed long-term care facility. Interest in working with elderly residents; good work references; positive attitude. Institutional/commercial cleaning experience working with high/low speed floor equipment associated with floor refinishing and buffing preferred. Must satisfactorily complete a criminal conviction background check. $9.96 - $10.55/hr.
Accepting applications/resumes 7/3/2009 through 7/14/2009.
Mechanic
Public Services-Fleet Services
Schedule to start will be five 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday. Will perform general service, overhaul and repair work on light and heavy duty trucks and other automotive and mechanical equipment. Requires knowledge of diagnosis, operation of gasoline and diesel engines, and standard practices of the mechanic trade; experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of snow plow gear; must possess valid Maine Class B driver’s license or have ability to obtain within six months (must provide license number); must possess valid Vehicle Inspection Licenses A and D (must provide copies of licenses); must undergo a pre-employment medical exam and pass federally mandated drug test; must have and maintain a good driving record. Assignment and pay grade will be based on inspection license status, skills and ASE certification. Generous benefits package to include tool and clothing allowances. $594 – $684/wk plus $1.00 per hour market rate stipend.
Accepting applications/resumes 7/3/2009 through 7/14/2009.
Executive Assistant
Police-
Seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as the key support person to the Police Chief and be a vital member of the Administrative support staff of a dynamic and evolving department. Requires experience in responsible secretarial work; excellent computer skills in a Windows environment; ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, elected officials and the public and to deal with public relations problems courteously and tactfully; and the ability to maintain highly confidential information. This position is located at the Public Safety Building at 109 Middle Street, in the vicinity of the Old Port, and includes free parking. Police background check required. $589 - $690/wk plus an excellent benefits package.
Accepting applications/resumes 7/3/2009 through 7/10/2009.
Administrative Assistant
Aviation and Transportation-Portland International Jetport
Work involves a wide variety of secretarial and clerical duties as well as technical and administrative functions. The Administrative Assistant provides assistance to a variety of people in management and professional positions and is the first point of contact for visitors and callers to the Jetport’s management offices. Strong customer service skills are essential.
Requirements: Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; excellent customer service skills; ability to use a keyboard for extended periods of time; experience with a multi-line telephone system; must successfully complete an FAA Access Investigation per FAR part 107. $530 - $552/wk.
Accepting applications/resumes 6/26/2009 through 7/8/2009.
Chief Medical Officer
Health and Human Services-Public Health
The Portland Community Health Center, a newly funded Federally Qualified Health Center, is scheduled to open this summer in downtown Portland. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team of dedicated professional and medical providers serving individuals and families in the Greater Portland Area. Experience working with culturally diverse, low-income, immigrant, and underserved populations, as well as having bilingual skills, is desirable. The desired candidate shall be board-certified in Family Practice or Internal Medicine and must maintain an active medical license in the State of Maine. This is a
full-time, contract position involving medical oversight of the Center, consultation and supervision of other medical staff, referral and networking within the community, and the provision of direct primary care services to the Center’s patient population. Experience working with culturally diverse, low-income, immigrant, and underserved populations, as well as having bilingual skills, is desirable. Must pass a criminal conviction background check; must comply with the Public Health Division’s requirements for vaccination and screening within first 30 days of employment – medical and personal exemptions may be requested.
Will accept applications/resumes until position is filled Accepting applications/resumes 5/14/2009 through 7/8/2009.
Custodial Worker - part-time - 18 hrs/wk
Health and Human Services-Social Services
part-time project position, 18 hrs/wk – flexible four-day weekly schedule: Monday-Thursday, 4:00am-8:00am or evenings 4:30pm-8:30pm. Responsible for custodial duties within the Social Services Division. Performs a variety of custodial functions including cleaning of offices and shelter facilities. Duties include painting, winter snow operations within the Social Services Division, floor care, general cleaning, cleaning of bathrooms, trash removal, light maintenance, grounds work and other work as required.
Requirements: Experience in custodial/maintenance work, ability to work independently and make autonomous decisions, valid Maine Class C driver’s license (please provide license number). This position requires a satisfactory criminal conviction background check. $13.33 - $13.89/hr.
Accepting applications/resumes 6/26/2009 through 7/8/2009.
Event Staff (Security) - on-call
Recreation & Facilities Management-Public Assembly Facilities
on-call, part-time, event based positions - must be able to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings and weekends - Merrill Auditorium and Portland Sports Complex - Duties will include security services, guest services, ticket taking, ushering, parking attendant and other similar functions as necessary. Some lifting may be required and some shifts will be working outside. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, walk and climb stairs. Must have excellent customer service skills. Starting pay is $8.68/hr. plus $.45/hr. shift differential when applicable. This position
is not eligible for benefits.
Will accept applications until all positions are filled Accepting applications/resumes 4/17/2009 through 7/8/2009.
Human Services Counselor - full-time
Health and Human Services-Social Services
Full-time project position – three (3) positions available – one position is scheduled Monday-Friday, 11:00am-7:30pm and two positions will be scheduled Monday-Friday 1:00pm-9:30pm - Housing Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program as funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Assists homeless women, men and families as well as those at imminent risk of homelessness to secure or retain housing. The successful applicant will assist with the retention of current housing or the location and placement into permanent housing for those who are homeless; also provides stabilization case management, development of housing and referrals for mainstream resources and related support services. Job duties include outreach to homeless and those at imminent risk of homelessness, landlord and housing resource development, housing placement, assistance with housing applications and housing subsidy applications, referrals for on-going support services, crisis intervention, short-term case management, and referrals to community agencies and other mainstream resources.
Requirements: Experience with homeless and/or low income/at risk case management provisions and excellent customer service skills; experience with housing placement of homeless or at risk populations, mental health issues, substance abuse and other barriers to self sufficiency preferred. B.A. degree in Social Services or equivalent combination of education, experience and training; valid Maine Class C driver's license (please provide license number) and personal vehicle available for work use. This position requires a satisfactory criminal conviction background check. Starting salary range: $648 - $758/wk.
Accepting applications/resumes 6/26/2009 through 7/8/2009.
Human Services Counselor - part-time
Health and Human Services-Social Services
Part-time project position – 4 day/30 hr work week - schedule is 10:00am-6:30pm Tuesday-Friday - Housing Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program as funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Assists homeless families or families at imminent risk of homelessness to secure or retain housing - may also work with single adults as program needs require. The successful applicant will assist with the retention of current housing or the location and placement into permanent housing for those who are homeless; also provides stabilization case management, development of housing and referrals for mainstream resources and related support services. Job duties include outreach to homeless and those at imminent risk of homelessness, landlord and housing resource development, housing placement, assistance with housing applications and housing subsidy applications, referrals for on-going support services, crisis intervention, short-term case management, and referrals to community agencies and other mainstream resources.
Requirements: Experience with homeless and/or low income/at risk case management provisions and excellent customer service skills; experience with housing placement or homeless or at risk populations, mental health issues, substance abuse and other barriers to self sufficiency preferred. B.A. degree in Social Services or equivalent combination of education, experience and training; valid Maine Class C driver's license (please provide license number) and personal vehicle available for work use. This position requires a satisfactory criminal conviction background check. Starting salary range: $17.29/hr – $20.23/hr.
Accepting applications/resumes 6/26/2009 through 7/8/2009.
Mid-Level Health Practitioner - full-time
Health and Human Services-Public Health
full-time,
grant-funded position. The Portland Community Health Center, a newly funded Federally Qualified Health Center, is scheduled to open this summer in downtown Portland. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team of dedicated professional and medical providers serving individuals and families in the Greater Portland Area. Experience working with culturally diverse, low-income, immigrant, and underserved populations, as well as having bilingual skills, is desirable.
The position is grant-funded for two years with plans for continuation. Must be certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner or certified as a Physician Assistant. Experience in ambulatory care, as well as mental health, desired.
Accepting applications/resumes 5/8/2009 through 7/8/2009.
Physician
Health and Human Services-Public Health
The Healthcare for the Homeless Clinic is seeking a
part-time (20 hrs/wk) physician to join a multi-disciplinary and dedicated team to provide patient-centered care for homeless adults in Portland. The Healthcare for the Homeless Clinic has been operated by the City of Portland Health and Human Services Department, Public Health Division for the last 18 years, and provides services for over 2,000 patients. The Physician will provide primary medical care for a patient panel, and will provide medical consultation for 5 mid-level providers working on the primary care team. This Physician will have the opportunity to work closely with on-site behavioral health and dental health teams; no in-patient care is required. Applicants should be board certified in either Family Practice or Internal Medicine, and must maintain an active medical license in the State of Maine. Interested applications should mail a cover letter and resume to: Healthcare for the Homeless, Attention: Alex Thorn, 20 Portland Street, Portland, ME 04101.
Accepting applications/resumes 9/19/2008 through 7/8/2009.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Health and Human Services-Public Health
Seeking 20 hour/week Psychiatric Advanced Nurse Practitioner to expand medication management services at Health Care for the Homeless. Experience working with underserved populations encouraged; substance abuse experience desirable. Strong emphasis on collaborative work with primary care and behavioral health professionals with the goal of improving health, stability, and functionality for clinic patients. Must be certified as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and maintain Independent State Licensure.
This is a contract position with pro-rated benefits. Accepting applications/resumes 4/17/2009 through 7/8/2009.
RN/LPN (Charge Nurse), CNA, CNA/Med-Tech
Health and Human Services-Barron Center
The Barron Center is a 219-bed long-term care skilled nursing facility that cares for a very diverse population. Seeking health care providers who value a caring, creative work environment:
Charge Nurse (RN/LPN), full or part-time, 3:00pm-11:30pm; CNA/Med Tech, 3:00pm-11:30pm; CNA, full and part-time, 7:00am-3:00pm and 3:00pm-11:30pm. Excellent benefits package. Must successfully complete a criminal conviction background check. To apply and/or for more information, contact Danielle Sullivan at the Barron Center, 541-6549 or visit the facility at 1145 Brighton Avenue.
Will accept applications until all vacancies are filled Accepting applications/resumes 5/14/2009 through 7/8/2009.
Senior Human Services Counselor
Health and Human Services-Social Services
Full-time project position – schedule is 11:00am-7:30pm - Housing Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program as funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Daily supervision of new program designed to assist homeless families and individuals or families/individuals at imminent risk of homelessness to secure or retain housing. The successful applicant will lead a professional team of Human Service Counselors to assist with the retention of current housing or the location and placement into permanent housing for those who are homeless; also provides stabilization case management, development of housing and referrals for mainstream resources and related support services. The successful applicant will also carry a caseload. Job duties include supervision of professional staff, participation in Social Services Division management structure, outreach to homeless and those at imminent risk of homelessness, landlord and housing resource development, housing placement, assistance with housing applications and housing subsidy applications, referrals for on-going support services, crisis intervention, short-term case management, and referrals to community agencies and other mainstream resources.
Requirements: Experience with homeless and/or low income/at risk case management provisions and excellent customer service skills; experience with housing placement of homeless or at risk populations, mental health issues, substance abuse and other barriers to self sufficiency preferred. B.A. degree in Social Services or equivalent combination of education, experience and training; valid Maine Class C driver's license (please provide license number) and personal vehicle available for work use. This position requires a satisfactory criminal conviction background check. Starting salary range: $712 - $834/wk.
Accepting applications/resumes 6/26/2009 through 7/8/2009.
All
permanent, full-time employees receive a generous benefits package which
includes 12 ½ paid holidays, paid employee health insurance; sick and
vacation leave; pension options; optional dental, life and income
protection insurance; and tuition reduction/scholarship programs with
Andover College and USM. Part-time employees may
be eligible for a pro-rated benefits package which may include some, but
not all, of the benefits listed above.
