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Under the direction of the Parks and Recreation Director, the Special Events Coordinator creates, plans, implements, leads, and promotes all special events for the City of Poulsbo. To view the job description, click hereopens PDF file .

Hours:  The position is full-time, exempt (salaried), Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, with nights and weekends as needed.

Compensation:  The starting salary is $52,884 annually.

To apply:  Candidates are invited to submit an Employment Applicationopens PDF file to Human Resources, via e-mail to hr@cityofpoulsbo.comcreate new email.  Application packets may also be sent to:  City of Poulsbo, Attn:  Human Resources, 200 NE Moe St, Poulsbo, WA  98370. All applications must be received by January 25, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. Interviews will be held the week of January 31, 2022.

Contact information:  Deanna Kingery, HR Manager, opens in a new windowdkingery@cityofpoulsbo.comcreate new email or 360-394-9705.

The City of Poulsbo is seeking an experienced police officer to become a member of the Poulsbo Department.  Please click the following links to view the opens in a new windowFlyeropens PDF file as well as job duties in the Police Officer opens in a new windowJob Description.  Currently, we have two open positions.opens PDF file

Hours and Compensation:  The position is full-time and most shifts work four 10 hour days.  The starting salary is $38.38 – $41.90 per hour depending on experience.

Benefits:  Employees receive 8 hours per month of vacation accrual (increases in 3rd year), 96 hours of sick leave accrual per year, and a holiday bank.  After six months of employment, employees receive one floating holiday and after one year, two personal leave days are provided.  Employees also receive an additional 1.25% longevity pay after five years (longevity increases every five years thereafter with a 5.75% cap).  Educational incentive pay includes a 2% premium for 90 credit hours or an AA degree and a 4% premium for a Bachelor’s degree or higher.  This position is eligible for retirement benefits with the State of Washington’s LEOFF system.  The City pays 95% of medical and vision premiums and 100% of dental insurance premiums.  The employees’ portion is $74.36 per month for full-family medical, vision and dental insurance coverage.  Additionally, the City contributes $303.00 per month to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA_VEBA) that can be used for out-of-pocket health expenses.  There is a $45,000 life insurance policy paid for by the City.

To apply:  Candidates are invited to submit an Employment Application,opens PDF file Resume and Letter of Interest to:  City of Poulsbo, Attn:  Human Resources, 200 NE Moe St., Poulsbo, WA  98370 or via e-mail to dkingery@cityofpoulsbo.comcreate new email.  The position is open until filled.

Contract information:  Deanna Kingery, HR Manager, opens in a new windowdkingery@cityofpoulsbo.comcreate new email or 360-394-9705.

The City utilizes Public Safety Testing (PST) to conduct the initial screening for entry-level candidates.  Test scores are downloaded from PST’s website only at the time of a hiring process and candidates will be contacted at that time.  Currently, we have two open positions.  opens in a new windowClick here to learn more.

This job posting will be used to fill multiple temporary laborer positions in the Public Works Department.  Positions will be filled as needed.  Temporary positions are hired for up to five months and are not eligible for health coverage.  To view the job description, opens in a new windowclick here.opens PDF file

Hours:  The position is full-time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am – 3:30 pm though the hours may vary.

Compensation:  The starting salary is $18.00 – $20.00 per hour depending on experience.

To apply:  Candidates are invited to submit a Employment Applicationopens PDF file to Deanna Kingery, HR Manager, via e-mail to dkingery@cityofpoulsbo.comcreate new email.  Application packets may also be sent to:  City of Poulsbo, Attn:  Human Resources, 200 NE Moe St, Poulsbo, WA  98370.

Contract information:  Deanna Kingery, HR Manager, opens in a new windowdkingery@cityofpoulsbo.comcreate new email or 360-394-9705.