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Police Chief 
Due to a retirement, the City of Lexington is seeking a new Police Chief.  The Police Chief plans, organizes, directs and controls the functions of the Police Department; develops and implements policies, procedures and practices to protect life and property through law enforcement and crime prevention work; assures the efficient and economical use of departmental funds, the work force, facilities and time; assumes all the responsibilities and duties as prescribed by the City Manager, Law or as certain situations dictate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field; or associates degree in similar fields paired with law enforcement training and experience, or high level of law enforcement training and experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience;
• Certification from Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center basic course, or equivalent, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of appointment;
• State of Nebraska special certification in Supervision and Management within one (1) year of appointment;
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws.
• No past convictions of a felony, unless a pardon has been granted, or misdemeanor of a serious nature;
• Current Nebraska driver’s license or ability to obtain.

Application Process:
Send a letter of interest and resume electronically to Joe Pepplitsch, City Manager, at [email protected]. The first round of applicant review will be July 17, 2023. No other application materials are required at this time.

Finance Director/Treasurer (full-time)

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; or associates degree in similar area paired with job experience.
• At least 2 years of experience with governmental accounting.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Strong computer skills related to desktop and web-based applications.
• Successful customer service and management experience.
• Knowledge of utility rates and characteristics.
• Experience working with State and Federal grant applications and administration.
• Ability to create and maintain records.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Directs Accounting Program – includes supervision and direction of the treasury, budget, audit, tax, accounting, and purchasing for the city; appraisal of financial position and financial reports; analysis, consolidation, and direction of all cost accounting procedures; preparation of financial information for grant applications.
• Prepares Budget – includes direction and coordination of the budget process; coordinating budgetary expenses within all departments and submission of an annual budget statement for review by the City Manager and presentation to the City Council.
• Utility Office Management – includes managing utility office and data processing; responsible for preparation and collection of bills, collection and refunding of service deposits and miscellaneous contracts with customers.
• Supervises Employees – includes overseeing 6 to 8 employees in Accounting and Utilities Departments; developing operational procedures and policies; employee training and evaluation.

Application Process:
Send a letter of interest and resume electronically to Joe Pepplitsch, City Manager, at [email protected].  The first round of applicant review will be June 30, 2023.  No other application materials are required at this time.  The City of Lexington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Police Officer (full-time)

Certified applicants will be required to complete the department’s field training program. Non-certified applicants will be attending basic training at the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center with full pay and benefits. Other qualifications include being at least 21 years of age, a United States citizen, the ability to work weekends, holidays and nights as needed; possess a valid Nebraska operator’s license and have a good driving record; possess a high school diploma or GED. Must be of good moral character; no felony convictions, serious misdemeanors, domestic charges or dishonorable discharge from military service

Benefits include family health, dental, vision and life insurance; paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, 7 % match retirement, uniforms, full duty gear, mobile phone allowance and a choice of gym membership. Lexington is located in central Nebraska and is close to several state recreational areas including the beautiful Johnson Lake, is perfect for the camping, hunting, fishing and outdoor enthusiasts.

Certified applicants will be required to complete the department’s field training program.  Non-certified applicants will be required to obtain Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification; be at least 21 years of age; a United States Citizen; the ability to work weekends, holidays, and nights as needed; possess a valid Nebraska driver’s license with a good driving record; possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. Must be of good moral character, no felony convictions, serious misdemeanors, domestic charges or dishonorable discharge from military service.  Benefits include family health, dental, vision and life insurance; paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, 7% retirement match, uniforms and full duty gear, mobile phone allowance and choice of gym membership.  Download the application  form here AND personal history statement here, and mail or deliver to Captain Paul Schwarz (pschwa[email protected]) at 406 East 7th, PO BOX 70 Lexington NE 68850.

Park Maintenance Worker (full-time)

Brief Description:
The Park Maintenance Worker will perform a variety of duties relating to upkeep of City parks and recreation facilities.

Qualifications:

• Ability to operate and maintain light equipment (e.g. mowers, edgers, chainsaw, loader, hand tools, etc.)
• Ability to maintain irrigation systems.
• Ability to groom lawns, trees, bushes, etc.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 80 pounds
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• Ability to follow written and oral directions
• Ability to work well with others
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Nebraska driver’s license

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