On November 3rd, Waynesville Mayor Gavin Brown asked all water customers to begin voluntary conservation measures.  Water customers responded by reducing their water usage by 5% in November.  This was enough to have an impact on the reservoir level, even before the recent rainfall.  The reservoir is now at full pond, and Mayor Brown has rescinded the request for voluntary water conservation, "We have a return to normal operations in Waynesville and don't expect the reservoir to return to summertime drought levels anytime soon.  Thank you to all the customers who quickly moved to meet our request."

The reservoir level is monitored daily, and residents are urged to continue to be water-wise.  The Waynesville Reservoir serves approximately 17,000 Haywood County residents, including those in the Town, Lake Junaluska Assembly and Junaluska Sanitary District. 

Job Opening

December 19, 2008

Position:                     Fire Engineer – December 2008

Department:                Waynesville Fire Department

Hours:                         12 Hour Rotation Shifts

Pay Scale:                   Minimum Starting Rate: $12.59 hour ($27,492.00)       

                                    5% Salary Increase following 6 Months Probation

General Description of Job Duties

The purpose of the class is to drive fire engines to emergency scenes and operate fire apparatus to efficiently and effectively protect the lives and property of those in need of assistance ; to perform other rescue and incident response activities, and to perform related work as required.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

Responds to emergency situations within the Town’s jurisdiction to perform fire suppression hazardous materials incident response and rescue duties.

Inspects apparatus, equipment and station for compliance with established policies, procedures and standards of safety.

Drives fire apparatus to emergency scenes; properly places apparatus to establish water supply or other needs; ensures proper operation and pressure of hoses; issues equipment to firefighters; returns fire apparatus and related equipment to station after incident response

Participates in rescue operations and the administration of emergency first aid.

Participates in special projects such as maintaining fire hydrants; may participate in fire investigations; provide leadership for volunteer personnel as assigned. Other duties as assigned

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

Requires high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by coursework in fire service. Must possess a valid North Carolina commercial driver’s license with appropriate endorsements.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a minimum of 2-4 years of experience in fire suppression.

PHYSICAL AND DEXTERITY REQUIREMENTS:

Requires medium-to-heavy work that involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.  Must be able to perform basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions.

HAZARDS:

The job risks exposure to fire hazards, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, airborne particles, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, disease/pathogens, toxic/caustic chemicals, explosives.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

The job requires normal visual acuity, depth perception and field of vision; hearing and speaking abilities; texture, color and odor perception.

JUDGMENTS AND DECISIONS:

Decision-making is a significant part of the job, affecting a large segment of the organization and the general public; works in a dynamic environment; responsible to assist in developing policy and practices.

Qualified applicants may file an application with the Human Resources Department through Wednesday, December 31, 2008.

 ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR

Town of Waynesville, pop. 9,972

Seeking Assistant Finance Director. Individual must have experience in coordinating and executing accounting functions and supervision skills. Knowledge of governmental accounting principles, laws and regulations and payroll. Maintains project numbers and reports for capital outlay grants, monthly and year-end balance closings, budget figures and amendments; maintains fixed asset records, generates budget spreadsheets and graphics on the Town’s financial condition. BA in Accounting or equivalent experience in business, public finance or closely related field. Prefer CPA, however will consider individual working toward CPA license. Excellent benefits, salary $48,200 –$ 52,500. Submit applications/resumes to ESC, 1170 N. Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786. (828) 456-6061 or fax (828) 452-1430. Applications accepted through January 2, 2009. EOE