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RESERVE POLICE OFFICER (VOLUNTEER POSITION ONLY)

Position: 10040755

Code: 60-2

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: PATROL OPERATIONS

Group: POLICE

Job Class: POLICE RESERVE OFFICER

Posting Start: 05/16/2022

Posting End: 12/31/9999

Details: CITY WEBSITE


This a volunteer position. There is no salary.

Duties:
A Reserve Police Officer, keeps the public safe by investigating and preventing crimes. Their main duties include processing and making criminal arrests, writing detailed reports about various cases and taking witness statements after crimes are committed. Maintain a constant presence in the community through regular patrols to deter crime and provide quick help when needed. Secure crime scenes and protect evidence from tampering or loss. Attend public events as security to help ensure peaceful attendance. Help identify potent....

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FIREFIGHTER II (CERTIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY)

Position: 10100220

Code: 124-1

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: EMERGENCY SERVICES DIVISION

Group: FIRE

Job Class: FIREFIGHTER II

Posting Start: 02/01/2022

Posting End: 12/31/9999

Details: City Website

SALARY RANGE: $22.00-$22.00


Job Description:

Perform a wide variety of technical tasks in support of the fire prevention and suppression, medical emergency and hazardous materials handling functions.

Operate and maintain a variety of fire and rescue apparatus and equipment.

Perform investigative work and other special assignment.

Participate in fire prevention and station and equipment maintenance activities.

Essential Responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Perform a variety of duties relating to fire prevention and suppressi....

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SIGN SHOP SUPERVISOR

Position: 10050017

Code: 158-3

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: TRAFFIC SIGN MFG SECTION

Group: PUBLIC WOR

Job Class: SIGN SHOP SUPERVISOR

Posting Start: 10/19/2022

Posting End: 12/31/9999

Details: CITY WEBSITE

SALARY RANGE: $3,802.92-$45,857.40


Description: Job Description


Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of staff responsible for traffic sig fabrication, maintenance and design.

Participate in the selection of assigned staff; provide or coordinate staff training,; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedure as requested.

Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing traffic sign services; implement policies and procedures.

Operate a variety of sign shop equipment including letter cutting and scotchlite machines, ....

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TRAFFIC SUPERINTENDENT

Code: 321-8

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Posting Start: 07/07/2025

Posting End: 12/23/2025

Details: CITY WEBSITE


TRAFFIC SUPERINTENDENT: To manage, direct and coordinate the activities of assigned sections of the Traffic Division including traffic signals, sign installation and pavement markings; to coordinate section activities with other sections, divisions and departments; and to provide highly complex staff assistance to the Assistant Public Works Manager/Traffic.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from the Assistant Public Works Manager/Traffic.

Exercises direct supervision over supervisory, technical, maintenance and clerical staff.

EXA....

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MARKINGS CREW LEADER

Code: 325-3

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: TRAFFIC SIGNALS SECTION

Group: PUBLIC WOR

Posting Start: 07/03/2025

Posting End: 12/23/2025

Details: WWW.JACKSONMS.GOV


MARKINGS CREW LEADER

DEFINITION

To lead and participate in the work of staff involved in the installation and maintenance of traffic control markings; and to perform the most complex maintenance duties of the work unit.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Markings Supervisor or other upper level staff.

Exercises functional and technical supervision over maintenance staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES--Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the foll....

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MARKINGS TECHNICIAN

Code: 327-2

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Posting Start: 07/08/2025

Posting End: 10/31/2025

Details: WWW.JACKSONMS.GOV


DEFINITION

To perform skilled labor in the installation, maintenance and removal of street markings.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from supervisory or managerial traffic staff.

Exercises no supervision.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES--Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Operate a variety of traffic painting equipment including air compressors, sand blasters, paint machines, spray guns, bead guns, heat exchangers and other similar equipment and m....

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SANITATION INSPECTOR

Position: 10055008

Code: 359-2

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: ADMINISTRATIVE SANITATION

Grade: PAY RANGE 15

Group: PUBLIC WOR

Job Class: SANITATION INSPECTOR

Posting Start: 08/06/2025

Posting End: 11/30/2025

Details: CITY WEBSITE

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $12.16


Key Responsibilities
Contract Monitoring & Inspection
Meet with solid waste contract representatives to assess performance and compliance.

Conduct field inspections of waste services and facilities.

Track and verify compliance with service-level agreements.

Complaint & Service Response
Receive solid waste-related complaints from public offices or residents.

Investigate issues in person, documenting outcomes.

Report findings and make recommendations to the Solid Waste Manager and contractors.

Equity & Special Services
Assess ....

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VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Position: 10034028

Code: 369-3

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: JACKSON ZOO

Grade: PAY GRADE 21

Group: PARKS AND

Job Class: VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Posting Start: 08/18/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999

HOURLY RATE RANGE: $15.94-$19.19


VETERINARY / LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (FULL-TIME)
Duties: Under general supervision, the Veterinary Technician is responsible for providing direct assistance to the Zoo Director, Animal Care Supervisor, Veterinarians, Curators, and Keepers in relation to medical care for the Zoo’s animal collection. This individual will assist in medical, surgical, and necropsy procedures, conduct lab work, order medications and supplies, perform clinical pathology and imaging procedures, monitor patients and maintain medical records. In addition, they will perform a variety of administrative functions to in....

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ZOO CUSTODIAN

Position: 10034012

Code: 370-1

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: JACKSON ZOO

Group: PARKS AND

Job Class: CUSTODIAN

Posting Start: 08/18/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999

Details: city website

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $11.15


CUSTODIAN

Duties: The Zoo Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of zoo facilities to ensure a safe, welcoming, and pleasant environment for visitors, and staff. This position involves general cleaning tasks in public areas, offices, restrooms, and some behind-the-scenes animal care areas, while following proper sanitation and safety protocols. Assists with grounds and events as needed. This position reports to the Grounds Maintenance Superintendent, Manager and Zoo Director.

Minimum Training and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ exp....

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PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER

Position: 10040483

Code: 373-2

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS

Grade: RANGE 19

Group: POLICE

Job Class: PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER

Posting Start: 04/01/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999

Details: CITY WEBSITE

MAXIMUM HOURLY RATE: $16.25


Description: Job Description


Duties:
This classification is equivalent to a Telecommunicator working in a Police 911 call center. This is shift work. Receiving emergency service calls from the public; requesting police or other emergency services; determining nature, location and priority of emergency; entering appropriate information in computer and forwarding calls to be dispatched. Answering non-emergency calls for assistance and referring to appropriate department or agency; using telecommunications system to coordinate emergency calls and relaying information and assistance involving other law enforcement agenci....

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