Hiring

STREET SUPERINTENDENT

The Village of Bolivar is seeking to fill the full-time position of Street Superintendent. Applicants must have experience in general maintenance. Duties include maintaining all village property, including roadways, waterlines, sidewalks, and buildings; maintaining and operating all village equipment, including snow plowing and mowing; planning and coordinating projects, including waterline repair and replacement; and the ability to set goals, plan, budget, supervise, and work with other departments. Send resume and letter of interest to Village of Bolivar, ATTN: Mayor Robert Lloyd, PO Box 117, Bolivar, Ohio 44612, or email mayor@villageofbolivar.com. DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 25, 2025.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Position is full time – 32 to 40 hours per week, includes benefits.
• Maintain all village property, roadways and equipment.
• Keep records of all equipment, including maintenance and repairs.
• Coordinate all street repair, paving, crack sealing and striping requirements.
• Must be able to operate a snowplow and be available during inclement winter weather to plow.
• Maintain village mowing, trimming, mulching, and debris removal requirements.
• Maintain the stormwater system, including cleaning storm drains and catch basins.
• Coordinate tree trimming, maintenance and removal in accordance with Village Tree Ordinances.
• Coordinate the sidewalk repair/replacement program.
• Assist the Water Operator with maintaining water facilities. Collect water samples for state laboratory analysis.
• Conduct water shutoffs as directed by the Village Administrator/Mayor.
• Coordinate and conduct complete hydrant flushing with the Water Operator
• Coordinate all bid/quote for village projects, maintenance and repair contracts.
• Supervise contracted work within the village limits.
• Maintain roadway signs, repairs and replacement.
• Ability to set goals, plan, budget, supervise, and work with other departments.
• Must attend monthly Council meetings and department related Committee meetings.
• Comply with all government safety standards and requirements.
• Assist the Zoning Inspector with Zoning enforcement and sign removal.
• Assist with planning and coordinating public works projects, including waterline repairs and replacement.
• Assist with special events as directed by the Village Administrator or Mayor.
• Assist with preparing grants and attend related training sessions as needed.
• Position requires 24-hour availability for emergency services (i.e. – storms, waterline breaks, snow)
• Reports to Village Administrator / Mayor, and coordinates purchases and budget matters with Village Fiscal Officer.

PREFERRED SKILLS:
Knowledge of water lines and water systems. Valid CDL

VILLAGE OF BOLIVAR CHIEF OF POLICE

The Village of Bolivar is accepting resumes for the position of Chief of Police to oversee and supervise the activities of the department.

Applicants must be a proven leader, able to work well independently, possess excellent knowledge of local, state and federal laws and policies, and possess strong verbal and written communication skills. The position is full-time with a pay range of $26.00-30.00 per hour, based on experience, with a probationary raise of $1.00 after six (6) months.

The responsibilities of the chief of police are as follows:

• 1. Conduct the planning and assignments of programs/police activities
• 2. Preparing and maintaining records and reports
• 3. Manage subordinates and investigations
• 4. Developing and maintaining policies and regulations
• 5. Planning budgets for police department
• 6. Follow and enforce all laws and VOB Policies and Procedures
• 7. Flexible work availability
• Requirements:
• 1. High School Diploma or GED. (Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field is preferred but not mandatory)
• 2. Must be a proven leader with a minimum of five (5) years current supervisory experience in law enforcement.
• 3. A minimum of 10 years of full-time experience as a sworn officer
• 4. Ohio Basic Peace Officer’s Certification (OPOTA certification) and up to date on their certification(s) in order to be considered for the position. at time of application.
• 5. Expert knowledge of police methods and practices
• 6. Possess analytical and critical thinking skills
• 7. Significant experience with community-oriented policing
• 8. Grant writing experience is preferred; not mandatory

• Benefits:
• 1. Ohio Police & Fire Pension
• 2. Health insurance
• 3. Vision insurance
• 4. Sick time
• 5. Personal time off (3 days)
• 6. Holiday Pay
• 7. Vacation time accrued (2 weeks after 1 year)
• 8. $324.00 annual uniform allowance
• 9. Optional employee paid supplemental insurances offered (dental, life, etc)

An applicant, upon employment, must be able to perform the duties of the position, obey the Rules and Regulations, General Orders, and Policies and Procedures of the police department, Village Ordinances and laws of the State of Ohio.

Disqualifiers:
An applicant will be disqualified from appointment if previously convicted of any felonies, crimes of violence, violations of illegal drug activity, and any violations of crimes of theft or corruption as found in the Ohio Revised Code

An applicant who provides false, inaccurate, or incomplete information on the employment application or resume will be subject to immediate disqualification from appointment or termination if appointed.

Applicants must have a good driving record with a valid drivers license. Must also have a good moral character. The selected applicant is subject to a thorough background, medical and polygraph examination.

Please send resume to Patty Smith; Village of Bolivar, PO Box 117, Bolivar OH 44612 or assistantfo@villageofbolivar.com. Deadline to apply is Friday, May 9, 2025. Position to be filled by Thursday, May 15, 2025.