Emergency Tele-Communicator: The City of Radford is now accepting applications for the position of Emergency Tele-Communicator.  Applications can be obtained through the City of Radford web site by downloading at the link below or you may pick up an application at:

Radford City Police Department
20 Robertson Street
Radford, Virginia 24141.

All completed applications must be submitted to the above address, either by mail or in person before the deadline. NO FAXES WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Applications will be accepted beginning 9:00 A. M. Friday April 13, 2012, until 3:00 P.M. Friday April 20, 2012.

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Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician: The City of Radford is seeking applications from qualified individuals for the part-time position of GIS Technician. The successful candidate will perform highly responsible and technical duties in the maintenance and coordination of the City's entire GIS system.

As a minimum, two years of college course work or two years of on the job training with all aspects of GIS including a thorough knowledge of the operation, uses and capabilities of GIS data processing equipment and software and the ability to analyze data and adjust applications and programs is required. The successful candidate must be proficient with the ESRI suite of software, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, SQL, GPS equipment, software and data, and possess strong writing and communication skills.

The following is a partial list of functions the successful candidate will be required to perform;

• Plan the purchase and replacement of VGIN data.
• Implement and manage GIS projects for the departments of Public Works, Electric, E911, Engineering and the Commissioner of Revenue.
• Transfer and convert data from GPS and other collection devices.
• Maintain webGIS applications for public and private use.
• Maintain data quality to ensure E-911 system accuracy.
• Coordinate and oversee various special projects and /or presentations in support of GIS to City staff, City Council, outside government entities and vendors.

Applications can be found at the link below or at the Municipal offices located at 10 Robertson Street, Radford, VA 24141. Applications will be accepted by mail or in person at the address above through May 11, 2012.

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IT Technician: The City of Radford is seeking applications from qualified individuals for the position of IT Technician. The successful candidate will perform intermediate technical work in association with networking computer hardware and software and providing assistance to users of computer equipment.

The successful candidate should possess a thorough knowledge of the operation, uses and capabilities of data processing equipment; a thorough knowledge of systems, programming and networking; the ability to install and configure workstations and networking hardware and software; possess strong writing and communication skills.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited community college with major course work in computer technology or related field and considerable experience in computer programming and networking is acceptable.

The following is a partial list of functions the successful candidate will be required to perform;

• Maintain network functionality and install, upgrade, configure, integrate and troubleshoot network software and devices including maintaining firewall and antivirus security.
• Monitor and maintain network performance, user accounts, email servers, and backup and restore processes.
• Install, upgrade, configure, integrate, troubleshoot, repair, assemble, and test various brands of computer hardware, operating system software and associated peripherals.
• Administer contracts for network/systems support.
• Implement and support IP based telephone system.
• Research and recommend solutions to technology needs, solicit quotes and process purchase requests.

Applications can be found at the link below or at the Municipal offices located at 10 Robertson Street, Radford, VA 24141. Applications will be accepted by mail or in person at the address above through May 11, 2012.

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Law Librarian/Law Clerk: The Radford City Circuit Court has a vacancy for a part-time law librarian/law clerk whose duties will include research, legal writing, drafting opinions and orders, and maintaining the law library. Applicants must be graduates of an accredited U.S. law school, self-motivated, mature, discreet and possess excellent research, communication and writing skills. Law school transcripts, letters of reference from previous employers and professors and background checks are required. THERE ARE NO BENEFITS INCLUDED IN THIS POSITION. This position is at will.

Resumes and introduction cover letters of not more than 500 words, along with writing samples, shall be sent to:

The Honorable J.T. Showalter, Jr.
Radford City Circuit Court
619 Second Street, Suite 126
Radford, VA 24141

with full copies to:

The Honorable Ann H. Howard
Radford City Circuit Court Clerk
619 Second Street
Radford, VA 24141

City of Radford is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants should respond by May 23, 2012, or call 540-731-3611 to determine if the position has been filled before applying after that date.