CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIED ADS POLICY: Member municipalities receive free insertions and free postings on the League website. Non-member advertisers are billed $50 per insertion. All ads are subject to editing if necessary. The next deadline is August 16 for the September 2016 issue. Email ads to carrie@sdmunicipalleague.org or fax to 605-2248655. Visit www.sdmunicipalleague.org for more classifieds. BALER/EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: Pierre, SD. This position is responsible for operating equipment at the baling facility and landfill to bale and dispose of solid waste. Hours involve varying shifts during the week and work on some weekends and holidays. Qualifications: Must possess or have the ability to obtain at the city’s expense a SD Class A commercial driver’s license with air brakes and tanker endorsements. Experience with operating a front end loader, compactor, scarab, dozer and scraper and driving a semi tractor and trailer desirable. SALARY: $15.96 minimum plus comprehensive benefit package. Open until filled. Applications to: City of Pierre Human Resources Director, PO Box 1253, Pierre SD 57501, Phone 605-773-7429, www.cityofpierre.org. EOE. ELECTRIC UTILITY DIRECTOR: Due to a retirement, Rauenhorst Recruiting Company has been retained by the City of Anoka to place a full-time Electric Utility Director to oversee their electric distribution system. Are you ready to make the move to lead a mid-sized municipal electric utility? If you are an experienced GM, CFO, electric supervisor, or line supervisor, this could be the opportunity you seek. Several pending retirements will allow you to shape the department with new talent as a model organization for the coming decades. The Electric Utility Director oversees all aspects of this public utility, under the direction of the City Manager. The role requires leadership and vision. As an effective change agent, this position requires strong work habits, an ability to coordinate work independently with practiced judgment, and to supervise a staff of up to 17. An attractive pay and benefits package and a relocation program is available to the selected candidate. Essential duties and responsibilities require a successful candidate to proactively communicate with the Commission on matters of regulatory and community interest; prepare budget estimates, manage expenses, approve AP and staff requests, and propose rate case adjustments. Required skills and experience include demonstrated success and experience in Electrical and Water Distribution Systems, including supervising, directing and evaluating personnel; a four-year college degree in one of the STEM disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math), or public administration, or a closely related discipline, OR at least six years of relevant/equivalent experience in the electric and/or water utility field with a track record of advancement and success. Desired skills, experience and training 70
includes, a minimum of six years of experience in the direct assignment and supervision of electrical distribution systems; possession of an AWWA Water Operator Certification, OR the ability to qualify for a Minnesota Class A Water Operators Certificate may be an asset for future growth of the position; experience and competence with computer systems in understanding their use and information output for billing, accounting and operations management and APPA rate design classes, APPA power management courses and MMUA supervisorial training will be beneficial. Do not contact the city directly. To apply, contact Rauenhorst Recruiting Company, Thomas Jackson, at 952-583-6043, or Mark Carlson at 952-563-7365 and send resume and cover letter to Resume@Rauenhorst.com. ELECTRICAL SUPERINTENDENT: The City of Arlington, SD (population 925) is seeking an Electrical Superintendent to manage the municipal electric system. Candidates for this position must have successfully completed an approved Electrical Line Worker program and have Journeyman experience. This position requires a strong working knowledge of a municipal electrical system, departmental budgeting, and a vision for long range electrical system planning. Applicants must be proficient with computers including Microsoft, mapping and AMI systems. The Electrical Superintendent reports directly to the Utility Superintendent. The ideal candidate will display excellent communication, leadership and supervisory skills for this position. Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to engage the general public and address any electrical outages or concerns. Candidates must possess a Class A Driver’s license and are subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, with competitive benefits package. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, salary history and three work-related references to Sue Falconer, Finance Officer, City of Arlington. Electronic: cityofarlington@arlingtonsd.com or mail to: PO Box 379, Arlington, SD 57212. For more information contact Marshal Mix (Utility Supt) at 605-203-1121 or Sue Falconer at 605-983-5251. Position open until filled. EOE. ENGINEERING AND BUILDING SERVICES TECHNICIAN: Full-time hourly staff member to assist in all phases of construction inspection, surveying, drafting and application of building, codes, ordinances, and engineering design standards. Associates or bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering technology required with two years of progressively responsible engineering experience in construction, building codes, and inspection preferred. A combination of education, training and experience may be considered. General knowledge of construction and engineering principles, practices, methods, techniques, codes, tools and equipment used in technical engineering work in office and field, including CAD, calculations, surveying and inspection work desired, but not required. Must demonstrate SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES
