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The City of Yelm is an equal opportunity employer, with just over 50 employees.  We strive to retain a workforce dedicated to public service while maintaining a family atmosphere, which is an integral part of the Yelm community.

 

The City accepts applications for open positions.  If you would like to apply for more than one position, please submit a separate application for each.  Please review each position's requirements closely as only complete applications will be considered. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory impairments, upon request of the Human Resources manager.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

Public Works Department
Public Works Director

The City of Yelm has an immediate opening for a Public Works Director.  Job Description  For interested individuals please complete the City of Yelm application.  Submit application along with a letter of interest and resume to:  Karen Bennett, HR Specialist, 106 2nd St SE, Yelm, WA 98597 or email to: karenb@yelmwa.gov  Position open until filled.

 Executive Department
Communications Specialist

The City of Yelm has an immediate opening for a Communications Specialist.  Job Description  For interested individuals please complete the City of Yelm application.  Submit application along with a letter of interest and resume to:  Karen Bennett, HR Specialist, 106 2nd St SE, Yelm, WA 98597 or email to: karenb@yelmwa.gov  Position open until filled.

Public Works - Sewer Department
Wastewater Operator I / II

The City of Yelm has an immediate opening for a skilled Waterwater Operator I / II.  Job Description  For interested individuals please complete the City of Yelm application.  Submit application along with a letter of interest and resume to:  Karen Bennett, HR Specialist, 106 2nd St SE, Yelm, WA 98597 or email to: karenb@yelmwa.gov  Position open until filled.

Police Department Opportunities:

The City of Yelm utilizes the services of Public Safety Testing for individuals interested in pursuing a career with the Yelm Police Department as an Entry Level Officer only.  Public Safety Testing administers a written and physical test for entry level applicants.  Lateral Positions are all processed directly through the City of Yelm Civil Service Commission and all applications are made directly through the City.  Testing for a Lateral Police Officer position will consist of an oral board and Chief's interview.  If you have additional questions or concerns about this process, please contact the City of Yelm Civil Service Examiner at is 360-458-3835,  or send an email.

• Lateral Police Officer - Continuous Opening
  The City of Yelm is seeking applications from 'Lateral Police Officer Candidates' to fill future vacancies and openings  

• Compensation: $68,568 - $77,172 per year,  for contract year 2020 and $70,272 - $79, 104 for contract year 2020
• Closing Date:  Applications are accepted continuously.  Applications will be reviewed for current opening on June 21, 2019.

• Application Process:  Lateral Police Officer Applications can be picked up in person at Yelm City Hall, or downloaded from the City Website, or requested by email.  If you have further questions, please call  City of Yelm Civil Service Examiner, Ashlee Sund, at 360-458-3835. Please note the Lateral Policer Officer application is different than the standard City of Yelm job application. Applicants must fill out the Lateral Police Officer Application.

• Lateral Qualifications: One year of continuous employment as a fully commissioned Law Enforcement Officer within the past 24 months.

• Posted: May14, 2019