Town of Chester
Employment Opportunities
PARKS AND CEMETERY LABORER
The Town of Chester is seeking an energetic dependable individual to fill the role of 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 click here- Parks and Cemetery Laborer. Interested parties should submit a resume by September 9, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. to Town of Chester, P.O. Box 370, Chester, VT 05143 or julie.hance@chestervt.gov.
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 click here- Parks and Cemetery Laborer. Interested parties should submit a resume by September 9, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. to Town of Chester, P.O. Box 370, Chester, VT 05143 or julie.hance@chestervt.gov.
FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICER
8/1/2022
The Town of Chester Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Police Officer. The department is seeking an enthusiastic professional individual who possesses a strong desire to provide the highest quality police services to the community. The Chester Police Department serves a community of approximately 3,144 residents and covers an area of approximately 56 square miles.
Chester offers a competitive starting wage for full-time officers 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.
The successful candidate will possess the following minimum requirements:
Preference will be given to those applicants who are currently certified through the VCJTC. However, those without certification are also encouraged to apply. Police testing, including a physical fitness examination, polygraph, oral board, medical exam, fingerprint check and extensive background check will be required of applicants selected for hire. Preference shall be given to VT-certified officers.
Those wishing to apply should send a letter of interest and resume to:
Chester Police Department
ATTN: Chief Richard Cloud
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.
Chester offers a competitive starting wage for full-time officers 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.
The successful candidate will possess the following minimum requirements:
- Be a U.S. Citizen at least 18 years of age.
- Have a high school diploma.
- Be certified or certifiable as a police officer by the VT Criminal Justice Training Council (VCJTC).
- Possess a valid VT driver’s license.
- Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.
Preference will be given to those applicants who are currently certified through the VCJTC. However, those without certification are also encouraged to apply. Police testing, including a physical fitness examination, polygraph, oral board, medical exam, fingerprint check and extensive background check will be required of applicants selected for hire. Preference shall be given to VT-certified officers.
Those wishing to apply should send a letter of interest and resume to:
Chester Police Department
ATTN: Chief Richard Cloud
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 POLICE OFFICER/EMT
The successful candidate will possess the following minimum requirements:
Inquire by sending your resume along with a Town of Chester Application to:
Town of Chester
PO Box 370
Chester, VT 05143
- 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, VT 05143