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The Town of Tazewell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual preference, marital or veteran status, the presence of non-job related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status. Applications are taken until the positions are filled.
Unless noted otherwise, applications for the positions listed can be picked up at Town Hall located at 211 Central Avenue Tazewell, VA 24651, requested via mail at Town of Tazewell P.O. Box 608 Tazewell, VA 24651, or can be downloaded from this website.
For more information on any of the listings, call (276)988-2501

Town Administration

TOWN MANAGER
The Town of Tazewell, Virginia is seeking an aggressive, goal-oriented person to fill the position of Town Manager. The Town is governed by a six (6) member Town Council and the Mayor is elected at large. Requirements are bachelor’s degree from accredited institution relevant to the position and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in public administration. MBA, MPA, or ICMA accreditation is desired. The Town Manager is responsible for preparing the budget, supervising department heads, overseeing, and participating in planning and administering major projects, community engagement, responding to inquiries from Town Council and the public, along with day-to-day operations. The applicant must possess strong communication skills and the ability to carry out projects independently, work well with local and state staff, and the general public. The applicant should possess considerable skills in leadership, motivation, employee relations, staff development, public relations, policy development, capital improvement planning, and communications and must be knowledgeable of grants and various funding agencies.

Salary will be dependent on qualifications. Benefits including VRS/(estimated population 4,600, approximately 9.5M budget, 71 FTE). Applicants should call (276) 988-2501 or write the Town of Tazewell, Attention: Town Manager Search, P.O. Box 608, Tazewell, Virginia 24651, or download our standard application from this website. A resume must accompany the standard application and be turned into the Town Hall. 

Public Works

FULL TIME GENERAL MAINTENANCE WORKERS
The Town of Tazewell, Virginia is seeking to fill the positions of full time General Maintenance Workers. The positions require the applicants to first pass a drug test. Duties will include general activities within street, water, sewer, garbage, etc. Class B CDL certification is preferred. Applications can be picked up at the Town of Tazewell at 211 Central Avenue, Tazewell, Virginia 24651 or downloaded from this website. Applications will be taken until the positions are filled. The Town of Tazewell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PART TIME SEASONAL GENERAL MAINTENANCE WORKERS
The Town of Tazewell, Virginia is seeking to fill the positions of part-time seasonal General Maintenance Workers ($12/hr.) beginning April 1, 2024. The positions require applicants to first pass a drug test. Duties will include mowing, weed eating, painting, etc. Applications can be picked up at the Town of Tazewell at 211 Central Avenue, Tazewell, Virginia 24651 or downloaded from this website. 

Recreation Department

RECREATION DIRECTOR ASSISTANT
The Town of Tazewell is now taking applications for a Recreation Director Assistant. Duties will include mowing, painting, maintaining the fields and playground, assisting the Recreation Director. Drug testing is required. Applications can be picked up at the Town of Tazewell at 211 Central Avenue, Tazewell, Virginia 24651 or download our standard application from this website. 

SEASONAL LIFEGUARDS
The Town of Tazewell is now taking applications for seasonal lifeguards for Lincolnshire Pool and Aqua Park. Applicant must be 15 years old or older and have Red Cross Certification with CPR/AED Training. Duties include supervising swimming activities, ensuring that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed, handling admission fees, and deep cleaning of all pool operations. Applicant will be exposed to the sun for long periods of time and work long shifts including weekends. Applications can be picked up at the Town of Tazewell at 211 Central Avenue, Tazewell, Virginia 24651 or download our standard application from this website. 

Emergency Services

INTERMEDIATE, PARAMEDIC, AND EMT POSITIONS
Applicants must be certified in Virginia or National Registry with CPR , ACLS, PALS, certified EVOC or equivalent and be at least 21 years old. Applicants must be able to pass all background checks, application references, prior employment references, drug screenings, driver record check, and criminal history check.
Full time positions include many benefits – medical insurance, dental and vision, EAP, PTO, paid holidays, Virginia retirement, free recertification training, including EMS certification and ACLS/PALS, discounts to YMCA, free pool passes, etc. We also offer many supplemental insurances and life insurance. Starting pay varies, depending on experience and level of certification $14.18 – $18.00
We offer competitive bonus pay per call for long distance transports and transfers.
Applications can be picked up at the Town of Tazewell EMS at 403 Steeles Lane, Tazewell, Virginia 24651 or call (276)988-9062 
Job Types: Full-time, part-time
Pay: $14.18 – $20.00 per hour

Police Department

CRIMINAL JUSTICE CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER
Qualified candidates may stop by Town Hall or the Police Department and pick up an application or download one from this website. Applicants must deliver a paper copy of application to the Tazewell Police Department, either in person or by mail. Please DO NOT apply by social media. 

Applications must be accompanied with a brief statement of facts as to why you are a Law Enforcement Officer.
Applications can also be picked up at the Tazewell Police Department, located at:
211 Central Avenue,
Tazewell Virginia 24651

Preliminary Qualifications consist of the following:

Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must be 21 years of age by closing date.
Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED.
Must have a valid Virginia license with good driving record.
20/30 vision or correctable to 20/30 in each eye.
Must pass a criminal history and background check.
Must pass a physician physical and drug screen.
Must have the ability to write a routine report and correspondence clearly and concisely.

Any Felony is a grounds for disqualification.

Some benefits include:
12 hour shifts with every other weekend off.
Paid overtime for court and short shift coverages.
Many extra overtime opportunities available.
Blue Cross/ Blue Shield heath/dental and eye coverage.
Take home company vehicle within 20 mile radius of town
Life Insurance.
Advanced training opportunities available.
Virginia Retirement System. (VRS)
Current Virginia Certified Law Enforcement Officer minimum base pay is $31,080 and up depending on experience and education.