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The Building Inspector performs a variety of duties and responsibilities to accommodate land development within the City.  The person is responsible for applying, and when necessary, interpreting the International Building Codes and providing and communicating alternatives to bring a structure into compliance with such codes.  To view the job description, please click the following link, opens in a new windowBuilding Inspector II.opens PDF file

Hours:  The position is full-time (40 hours per week), Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

Compensation: The starting salary is $33.37 – $36.43 per hour depending on experience.  The 2021 salary range is $33.37 – $38.64.

Benefits:  Employees receive 8 hours per month of vacation accrual (increases in 3rd year), 8 hours of sick leave accrual per month, and 10 paid holidays.  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% longevity pay after five years (longevity increases every five years thereafter with a 5% cap).  This position is eligible for retirement benefits with the State of Washington’s PERS 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 health insurance coverage.  There is also an excellent retiree medical plan available for qualified employees.  Additionally, the City and employees contribute to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) that can be used for out-of-pocket health expenses.  There is a $30,000 life insurance policy paid for by the City.

To apply:  Candidates are invited to submit an opens in a new windowEmployment 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 first review of applications is Thursday, May 27, 2021; two positions are advertised, only one will be filled.

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

The Building Inspector performs a variety of duties and responsibilities to accommodate land development within the City.  The person is responsible for applying the International Building Codes and providing and communicating alternatives to bring a structure into compliance with such codes.  To view the job description, please click the following link, opens in a new windowBuilding Inspector Iopens PDF file .

Hours:  The position is full-time (40 hours per week), Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

Compensation: The starting salary is $26.39 – $30.57 per hour depending on experience.  The 2021 salary range is $26.39 – $30.57.

Benefits:  Employees receive 8 hours per month of vacation accrual (increases in 3rd year), 8 hours of sick leave accrual per month, and 10 paid holidays.  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% longevity pay after five years (longevity increases every five years thereafter with a 5% cap).  This position is eligible for retirement benefits with the State of Washington’s PERS 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 health insurance coverage.  There is also an excellent retiree medical plan available for qualified employees.  Additionally, the City and employees contribute to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) that can be used for out-of-pocket health expenses.  There is a $30,000 life insurance policy paid for by the City.

To apply:  Candidates are invited to submit an opens in a new windowEmployment 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 first review of applications is Thursday, May 27, 2021; two positions are advertised, only one will be filled.

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

The Court Security Officer is responsible for performing court security duties such as maintaining order and security in and adjacent to the courtroom, transporting defendants to and from jail, and providing other services for the Poulsbo Municipal Court and Poulsbo Police Department.  This is an ideal position for someone who has experience in a law enforcement agency and who is looking for a part-time position.  To view the job description, please click the following link, opens in a new windowCourt Security Officer Job Description.opens PDF file

Hours and Compensation:  The position is part-time (.5 fte), approx 20 hours per week.  The hourly rate is $29.35 – $34.01 per hour depending on experience.

Benefits:  Employees receive 4 hours per month of vacation accrual, 4 hours of sick leave accrual per month, and 10 paid holidays.  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% longevity pay after five years (longevity increases every five years thereafter with a 5% cap).  This position is eligible for retirement benefits with the State of Washington’s PERS system.

To apply:  Candidates are invited to submit an opens in a new windowEmployment Application, opens PDF file Resume and Letter of Interest to:  City of Poulsbo, Attn:  Human Resources, 200 NE Moe St., Poulsbo, WA  98370 via e-mail to dkingery@cityofpoulsbo.comcreate new email.  The first review of applications is Wednesday, May 5, 2021; 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.

This job posting will be used to fill multiple seasonal laborer positions in the Public Works Department.  Positions will be filled starting in April and as needed, throughout the summer months.  Seasonal 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 opens in a new windowEmployment 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.

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 do not have any open positions.   opens in a new windowClick here to learn more.