Human Resources
Employment
Opportunities
Technical Writer
Non-Civil Service/Temporary/Open Entry Announcement
General Information:
The City of Ames is conducting a recruitment to fill a vacancy in
this classification at our Fleet Services Maintenance Facility.
Flexible hours between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through
Friday. Job is task or project oriented, no minimum hours required
per day. Position term: up to three years.
Under direct
supervision of department Director: update existing, or create new,
written minimum specifications for fleet vehicles and equipment.
Research technical manuals, OEM publications, and city files to
identify and set required vehicle and equipment standards. Identify
and update lists of acceptable “green” vehicles and equipment to
plan and prepare for the replacement of the city’s fleet with more
fuel efficient vehicles and equipment. Task requires discussion with
operating department staff, fleet maintenance staff, vendors
(dealers). Learn about “greening” the fleet and help explain it to
operating departments.
Employees must continually strive to bring shared values to life,
through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. Values
include continuous improvement, respect for others, being customer
driven, leadership, data-driven decisions, positive attitude,
teaming environment, innovation, honesty and integrity, creativity,
and employee involvement. ETP assures that exceptional services are
delivered to the public at the best price and that employees
experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED. Preferred candidates will have a good
understanding of vehicles and options, demonstrated organizational
skills and ability to compose clear and concise written documents.
Salary:
$11.38
Application Information:
Applications may be obtained from the
Human Resources Department, 515 Clark Avenue, Ames, Iowa 50010,
(515) 239-5199, or from our web page at
www.city.ames.ia.us.
Completed applications must be
returned to the Human Resources Department by 5 p.m., Friday, April
18, 2008.
Selection Process:
Based on a
review of the application materials, a limited number of applicants
will be invited to participate in an interview for the position.
Note: Persons with disabilities must submit requests for ADA
testing accommodations to the Human Resources Department, in
writing, prior to the application deadline.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to
apply.
