Town of Chester
Employment Opportunities
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT AND PARKS AND CEMETERY LABORER
The Town of Chester is seeking an energetic dependable individual to fill the role of Highway and Parks and Cemetery Laborer. This job includes assisting with burials and grave location, mowing and trimming Town of Chester cemeteries and outdoor public areas during the Spring and Summer months. In the winter, this role includes operating snow removal equipment as assigned. This position performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance work, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of town roads and storm drain facilities and systems.
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, and two years of experience in a comparable position is required. The applicant must possess a CDL or be able to obtain a CDL within 6 months of hire. The Town of Chester offers competitive wages along with an excellent benefits package including health insurance, FSA, VMERS retirement, sick time, and vacation and personal time.
To see the entire job description, please visit www.chestervt.gov/employment-opportunities. Interested parties should submit a resume to Town of Chester, P.O. Box 370, Chester, VT 05143 or [email protected].
The Town of Chester is seeking an energetic dependable individual to fill the role of Highway and Parks and Cemetery Laborer. This job includes assisting with burials and grave location, mowing and trimming Town of Chester cemeteries and outdoor public areas during the Spring and Summer months. In the winter, this role includes operating snow removal equipment as assigned. This position performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance work, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of town roads and storm drain facilities and systems.
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, and two years of experience in a comparable position is required. The applicant must possess a CDL or be able to obtain a CDL within 6 months of hire. The Town of Chester offers competitive wages along with an excellent benefits package including health insurance, FSA, VMERS retirement, sick time, and vacation and personal time.
To see the entire job description, please visit www.chestervt.gov/employment-opportunities. Interested parties should submit a resume to Town of Chester, P.O. Box 370, Chester, VT 05143 or [email protected].
POLICE LIEUTENANT
A search is underway for a Lieutenant for the Town of Chester, VT., Police Department. This is an opportunity for a community policing oriented public safety official to assist in moving the Chester Police Department (CPD) to a 21st Century model of public safety. The search is being directed by Town Manager Julie Hance with the assistance of the current Chief of Police, Thomas Williams. The goal is to attract the right candidate to continue moving the CPD forward. The next Lieutenant will have the opportunity to assist in advancing the tenets of 21st Century policing that will strengthen the CPD and play a key role in building collaborative coalitions to address underlying issues affecting the community.
The Town of Chester is seeking an experienced law enforcement individual to serve as Police Lieutenant. This person will have a strong desire to provide the highest quality police services to the department and to the community. The Chester Police Department serves a population of approximately 3,144 residents and covers an area of approximately 56 square miles.
The Lieutenant is responsible for immediate supervision and control of all Department personnel and is personally responsible for their efficiency and effectiveness. The Lieutenant is second in command of the Department and is subject to the direction and control of the Chief. The applicant must possess strong leadership and administrative abilities with ten (10) years minimum full time law enforcement experience. Consideration will be given to total years of service in as much as they translate into evident knowledge and experience. Preference will be given to having previously held the rank of Sergeant.
Chester offers a competitive starting wage with shift differential, as well as an excellent benefit’s package including participation in VMERS Group C retirement, MVP health insurance, paid sick time, vacation time, and personal time. Uniforms and police equipment are provided.
Please click HERE for full requirements and a more detailed job description.
Submit a resume to:
Town of Chester
ATTN: Chief Thomas Williams
P.O. Box 370
Chester, VT 05143
Interested applicants can also contact the Chester Police Department at (802) 875-2035 for more information.
The Town of Chester is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
A search is underway for a Lieutenant for the Town of Chester, VT., Police Department. This is an opportunity for a community policing oriented public safety official to assist in moving the Chester Police Department (CPD) to a 21st Century model of public safety. The search is being directed by Town Manager Julie Hance with the assistance of the current Chief of Police, Thomas Williams. The goal is to attract the right candidate to continue moving the CPD forward. The next Lieutenant will have the opportunity to assist in advancing the tenets of 21st Century policing that will strengthen the CPD and play a key role in building collaborative coalitions to address underlying issues affecting the community.
The Town of Chester is seeking an experienced law enforcement individual to serve as Police Lieutenant. This person will have a strong desire to provide the highest quality police services to the department and to the community. The Chester Police Department serves a population of approximately 3,144 residents and covers an area of approximately 56 square miles.
The Lieutenant is responsible for immediate supervision and control of all Department personnel and is personally responsible for their efficiency and effectiveness. The Lieutenant is second in command of the Department and is subject to the direction and control of the Chief. The applicant must possess strong leadership and administrative abilities with ten (10) years minimum full time law enforcement experience. Consideration will be given to total years of service in as much as they translate into evident knowledge and experience. Preference will be given to having previously held the rank of Sergeant.
Chester offers a competitive starting wage with shift differential, as well as an excellent benefit’s package including participation in VMERS Group C retirement, MVP health insurance, paid sick time, vacation time, and personal time. Uniforms and police equipment are provided.
Please click HERE for full requirements and a more detailed job description.
Submit a resume to:
Town of Chester
ATTN: Chief Thomas Williams
P.O. Box 370
Chester, VT 05143
Interested applicants can also contact the Chester Police Department at (802) 875-2035 for more information.
The Town of Chester is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
PART TIME EMT
The successful candidate will possess the following minimum requirements:
• Must be a US Citizen
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver’s License
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of a police officer
• All are encouraged to apply but preference will be considered for those with valid EMT licensure
Inquire by sending your resume along with a Town of Chester Application to:
Town of Chester
PO Box 370
Chester, T 05143
The successful candidate will possess the following minimum requirements:
• Must be a US Citizen
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver’s License
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of a police officer
• All are encouraged to apply but preference will be considered for those with valid EMT licensure
Inquire by sending your resume along with a Town of Chester Application to:
Town of Chester
PO Box 370
Chester, T 05143
PART TIME POLICE OFFICER/EMT
The successful candidate will possess the following minimum requirements:
• Must be a US Citizen
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver’s License
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of a police officer
• All are encouraged to apply but preference will be considered for those with valid EMT licensure
Inquire by sending your resume along with a Town of Chester Application to:
Town of Chester
PO Box 370
Chester, T 05143
The successful candidate will possess the following minimum requirements:
• Must be a US Citizen
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver’s License
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of a police officer
• All are encouraged to apply but preference will be considered for those with valid EMT licensure
Inquire by sending your resume along with a Town of Chester Application to:
Town of Chester
PO Box 370
Chester, T 05143