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Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Harrisonville.

General Definition of Work

Performs work maintaining water and sewer ways by digging trenches and using clamps for repairing or replacing sections of pipes, locating and maintaining residential water and electric meters by performing maintenance and meter swaps, operating and maintaining heavy equipment and vehicles, and related work as apparent or assigned. 

Work is performed under the supervision of the CWSS Maintenance Supervisor.


This position is Monday - Friday 7am - 4pm with on-call availability on a rotation basis, weekends and holidays as job duties demand. 

 

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Maintains water and electric meters.
  • Performs residential service orders and re-reads.
  • Maintains water and sewer mains.
  • Operates heavy equipment.
  • Locates utilities and meters.
  • Performs water and sewer main taps.
  • Mows and weed eats assigned ground areas.
  • Maintains and greases equipment and vehicles.
  • Must be courteous and helpful to customers and the public.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED and less than one year of experience in the maintenance of water and sewer ways or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

 

Special Qualifications

  • Obtain a valid commercial driver's license Class B with tanker and air brakes endorsements in the State of Missouri within six months of hire. The City pays for on the job training to obtain your CDL. 
  • Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for position.

Pay ranges from $19.96 per hour up to $26.55 per hour, plus a generous benefit package.  

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Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Harrisonville.

General Definition of Work

The Public Works Project Coordinator provides administrative, technical, and organizational support for the Public Works Engineer.  Coordinating and monitoring public works projects. This position assists with capital improvement projects, infrastructure maintenance programs, utility coordination, and project reporting. Work involves frequent communication with contractors, consultants, city staff, and the public to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with city policies and regulations.

Work is performed under the direction of the Public Works Engineer. 

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Assist the Public Works Engineer in coordinating and monitoring public works projects, including water, sewer, stormwater, streets, facilities, electric, and related infrastructure.
  • Track project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and progress reports; prepare updates for the Engineer, Director, and City Administration.
  • Serve as a liaison between contractors, consultants, utility companies, and city staff to facilitate project communication and coordination.
  • Assist with drafting, reviewing, and organizing project documentation, including contracts, permits, reports, specifications, and bid documents.
  • Coordinate and maintain project files, records, maps, and as-built documentation in both digital and paper formats.
  • Reviews, and coordinates the review by others, of construction plans, specifications, and documents submitted by private sector design professional involving public improvements.
  • Prepare materials for meetings, presentations, and public communications regarding project status.
  • Support compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, city codes, and departmental policies.
  • Assist with grant applications, reporting requirements, and funding documentation for capital projects.
  • Conduct field visits as directed to monitor project activities and verify progress.
  • Provide administrative support to the Public Works Engineer and Director, including scheduling, correspondence, and reporting for projects.
  • Perform all other general Public Works support duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project coordination, construction management, public works, utilities, or a related field.
  • Experience supporting engineers, supervisors, or project managers on infrastructure or capital projects.
  • Knowledge of public works functions such as utilities, transportation, stormwater, and facility management.
  • Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, and technical reports.
  • Valid driver’s license required.

Special Qualifications

  • Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for position.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); familiarity with project management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with contractors, staff, elected officials, and the public.

Pay ranges from $25.93 per hour up to $30.12 per hour, plus a generous benefit package.  

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Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Harrisonville.

General Definition of Work

Performs work maintaining the City's power system by constructing and maintaining electrical lines and equipment, assessing power interruptions, evaluating problems, and restoring power, and related work as apparent or assigned. 

Work is performed under the direction of the Line Crew Supervisor.

 

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Maintains existing electrical lines; repairs broken lines, poles, cross arms, and transformers to maintain service to customers.
  • Builds new lines, including setting poles, stringing wire, and hanging transformers or installing underground services or overhead services. 
  • Installs, maintains, and replaces streetlights and related fixtures; utilizes bucket truck and similar equipment.
  • Maintains substations and checks controls, voltages, and wire console writing to measure proper voltage and amperage for customer requirements.
  • Maintains warehouse and equipment; cleans warehouse and loads/unloads electrical service vehicles to have appropriate materials available.
  • Operates various equipment; operates electrical service vehicles, aerial lift devices, and digger derrick vehicles.
  • Must be able to ascend and descend poles in proper climbing gear to do essential functions as required.  
  • Restores electrical service to residential and commercial customers.
  • Resolves emergency situations after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  • Required to travel to other cities for mutual aid for extended periods of time, when needed. 
  • Tree trimming and vegetation maintenance as required. 
  • Follows and adheres to APPA safety rules and OSHA regulations, handles Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulated equipment and materials.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s or Technical degree and six or more years of experience in electrical distribution or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

Journeyman Lineman Card is required.

Must pass background check, physical testing and drug screen prior to employment.

Special Qualifications

  • Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for position.
  • A valid commercial driver’s license (CDL).

Pay ranges from $50.00 per hour up to $56.16 per hour, plus a generous benefit package.  

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Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Harrisonville.

Performs work answering emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching appropriate resources to calls, updates and maintains unit logs, running identification information through department database, and related work as apparent or assigned. 

Work is performed under the supervision of the Communication Officer Supervisor.

 

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Answers emergency and non-emergency calls for service and gives adequate instruction until either Fire, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), or Police can get there; types all prevalent information into system while talking to caller and waiting for first responders to arrive.
  • Operates radio systems to send units out while on emergency and non-emergency calls; uses radio system to check on first responder safety while on call and to relay information about call or subject they are with.
  • Operates MULES system to run people for driving and warrant status and vehicles for registration and stolen status; checks for stolen guns, marijuana cards, entering property as stolen, and entering people as missing and/or wanted.
  • Enters and updates warrants into MULES system, including wanted persons stolen vehicles.
  • All other duties as assigned. 

Pay ranges from $22.18 per hour up to $35.49 per hour, plus a generous benefit package.  

  • Medical/Dental/Vision - Some plans 100% by the city.
  • Five weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) - accrued throughout the year.
  • Life insurance ($50,000) paid by the city.
  • Long-term disability 
  • Deferred compensation plan - not matched by the city.
  • Cafeteria plan - health care reimbursement; dependent care reimbursement; premium savings
  • Free membership to the Harrisonville Community Center for the employee & discounted rates for family members
  • Longevity pay - starting at 10 years of service.
  • Bi-weekly pay periods
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Performance reviews with possible salary increases given after a six-month introductory period, then annually the beginning of the calendar year. 
  • Retirement (LAGERS) paid by the city. 

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Firefighter/EMT

Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Harrisonville.

General Definition of Work

Performs work responding to calls for service, ensuring the safety of crew members and patients, assisting citizens with medical needs, operating assigned vehicles and equipment, and related work as apparent or assigned. 

Work is performed under the supervision of the Captain. 

Essential Functions

  • Responds to emergency calls for medical and technical fire rescue emergencies; provides emergency medical attention alongside a paramedic according to national and state standards. 
  • Responds to non-emergent requests for medical and nonmedical assistance as needed.
  • Drives assigned vehicles and operates various equipment.
  • Maintains all equipment and the station at high levels of functionality through maintenance, cleaning, and performing minor repairs.
  • Trains on fire and medical scenarios.
  • Ensures safety of others at all times; assesses the scene; recognizes hazardous or potential threats before and upon arrival.
  • Maintains and fosters a strong relationship between the community and first responders by varying forms of community outreach programs.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED and less than one year of experience and possession of the minimum certifications required to be hired or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

Special Qualifications

  • Possession of Firefighter 1 and 2 Certifications from the Missouri Department of Public Safety (DPS) upon hire.
  • Possession of Emergency Medical Technician - Basic License in the State of Missouri and National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) upon hire.
  • Possession of Hazmat Operations and Awareness Certifications from the Missouri DPS upon hire.
  • May require possession of, or ability to obtain, specific licenses and/or certifications depending on departmental assignment.
  • A valid driver’s license in the State of Missouri.

Pay range from $16.14 per hour up to $21.82 per hour, plus a generous benefit package.  

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Police Officers - LATERAL PAY UP TO 5 YEARS

Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Harrisonville.

General Definition of Work

Performs work patrolling the city, responding to calls for service to reduce crime and to enforce all local, state and federal laws and ordinances, investigating criminal disturbances and traffic stops, increasing community safety, preparing reports, maintaining records and files, and related work as apparent or assigned. 

Work is performed under the direction of the Police Lieutenant.

Essential Functions

  • Patrols the City and maintains law and order by responding to 911 calls, calls for service, crime scenes, medical emergencies, in-progress crimes, and motor vehicle accidents.
  • Investigates criminal disturbances and conducts traffic stops; follows up on cases as needed.
  • Collects and processes physical evidence from crime scenes; labels and books evidence; prepares technical reports for use in court; testifies in court as required.
  • Attends on-going training; maintains certifications.
  • Maintains records and files.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED is required and less than one year of experience and possession of the minimum certifications are required upon hire or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications

  • Completion of Missouri’s Peace Officer Standards and Training Program (POST) upon hire.
  • Possession of Firearms Certification through the MO State Highway Patrol upon hire.
  • Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for the position.
  • May require possession of, or ability to obtain, specific licenses and/or certifications depending on departmental assignment.
  • A valid driver's license in the State of Missouri.

Pay range from $23.63 per hour up to $31.97 per hour, plus a generous benefit package.  

  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Five weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) - accrued throughout the year.
  • Life insurance ($50,000) paid by the city.
  • Long-term disability 
  • Deferred compensation plan - not matched by the city.
  • Cafeteria plan - health care reimbursement; dependent care reimbursement; premium savings
  • Free membership to the Harrisonville Community Center for the employee & discounted rates for family members
  • Longevity pay - starting at 10 years of service.
  • Bi-weekly pay periods.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Performance reviews with possible salary increases given after a six-month introductory period, then annually from that introductory completion date.
  • Retirement (LAGERS) paid by the city. 

Patrol Officer Position – Lateral Officers

In addition to the above stated requirements and benefits -

Must possess a current Missouri Peace Officer Standards and Training Class A Peace Officer license. Out-of-state applicants must be eligible to transfer equivalent credentials from another state. Must be currently employed with a law enforcement agency or have left a prior agency in good standing. Upon hiring, must successfully complete an abbreviated field training program. 

Starting Pay Rates 

Below rates are based on completed years of service with a law enforcement agency. 

Lateral officer

Top pay is currently $31.97 / $69,830.80. 

Click here to apply.

This position is open until filled. 
The City of Harrisonville is an equal-opportunity employer.

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Firefighter/Paramedic

Full-time

Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Harrisonville.

POSITION SUMMARY: Harrisonville, Missouri is a 4th class city located 30 miles south of Kansas City, Missouri with a population of approximately 10,000. Harrisonville Emergency Services is a department with up-to-date equipment with state-of-the-art EMS equipment. Currently employee’s 21 full time personnel including command staff that performs the challenging work of emergency medical care, fire suppression, fire prevention and rescue. The fire department operates a 24 hour Modified Berkley Schedule. The department operates one ALS engine, and two fully staffed ALS ambulances from one station.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responds to emergency situations and incident to suppress fires, affect rescues/extrications, participated in searches, mitigate hazardous materials and perform other duties as assigned and capable.

• Operate firefighting tools, aerial equipment, emergency medical equipment, extrication and rescue equipment and a variety of related tools and vehicles.

• Provide basic and advanced life support and emergency medical care.

• Participates in on-going technical and physical training to maintain certifications.

• Cleans and performs routine maintenance and minor repairs to department facilities.

• Participates in fire prevention and safety education/promotional events. Conducts station tours and gives presentations and demonstrates the use of the fire suppression and safety equipment.

• Assists in documenting incident and provides incident information to appropriate agencies and supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The city will send selected individuals to Firefighter I & II Training if necessary.

Required Qualifications:

•Possession of a valid state driver’s license

•High school diploma or equivalent.

•Paramedic Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vocational/technical training in firefighting and emergency medical treatment with two years of firefighting and paramedic experience or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Possession of EMT-P certification, Firefighter I & II, hazardous materials operation, advanced life support, and basic life support certifications (ACLS, PALS, BTLS, CPR-Health Care Provider).

Starting pay ranges from $53,285 to $72,103

 Benefit package includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance, Missouri LAGERs pension, discounted membership to the City’s Community Center, tuition assistance program, and employee wellness program.

TO APPLY: Submit cover letter, resume, salary requirements and copy of certifications to one of the following:

• FAX: (816)-380-5630

• Apply in Person: Harrisonville Emergency Services, 903 S. Commercial St, Harrisonville, MO 64701

• Or online at www.harrisonville.com

POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

The City of Harrisonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test. 

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Part-time Job Openings

Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Harrisonville.

Candidates should be in good standing with their current agency, possess MULES, CJIS, and EMD certifications, and demonstrate proficiency with Central Square.

Performs work answering emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching appropriate resources to calls, updates and maintains unit logs, running identification information through department database, and related work as apparent or assigned. 

Work is performed under the supervision of the Communication Officer Supervisor.

 

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Answers emergency and non-emergency calls for service and gives adequate instruction until either Fire, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), or Police can get there; types all prevalent information into system while talking to caller and waiting for first responders to arrive.
  • Operates radio systems to send units out while on emergency and non-emergency calls; uses radio system to check on first responder safety while on call and to relay information about call or subject they are with.
  • Operates MULES system to run people for driving and warrant status and vehicles for registration and stolen status; checks for stolen guns, marijuana cards, entering property as stolen, and entering people as missing and/or wanted.
  • Enters and updates warrants into MULES system, including wanted persons stolen vehicles.
  • All other duties as assigned. 

Candidates should be in good standing with their current agency, possess MULES, CJIS, and EMD certifications, and demonstrate proficiency with Central Square.

Pay: $30 per hour

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LIFEGUARDS - MORNINGS AND MID-DAY AFTERNOONS INDOOR POOL

Mornings- 4:45AM-7AM - weekends required. 

Mid-Day (7AM-12PM, 12PM-5PM) + weekends required.

LIFEGUARDS - OUTDOOR POOL

Sunday through Saturday - hours vary.  Will be required to work weekends. 

Requires successful post-offer completion of a background investigation, physical exam, and drug test (including marijuana/THC) as a condition of employment with the City of Harrisonville.

General Definition of Work

Under general supervision, ensures the safety of patrons of the aquatic facility by preventing and responding to emergencies.  You must be safety-minded and customer service oriented.  You will work in a fast-paced environment and will help to monitor the pool deck and maintain safety on water slides. 

Work is performed under the supervision of the Aquatics Facilities Manager

Essential Functions

  • Opening and closing the pool each day according to scheduled hours. 
  • Supervises swimming activities at the indoor pool and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed. 
  • Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies. 
  • Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary. 
  • Evaluate conditions for safety and initiate aquatics emergency action plan as required. 
  • Inspects pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.
  • Supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment, assists with chlorine residual water tests and with records and charts of water tests and records of accidents, and adds chemicals to pool water as directed. 
  • Instructs or assists classes in fundamentals of swimming as needed.
  • Must be courteous and helpful to customers, staff, and public. 
  • Performs additional duties as required.
  • Follow city and department policies and procedures. 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be available for weekends, and some holidays.
  • Applicants must be 15 years of age. 
  • Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test. 

Special Qualifications

  • Obtain CPR and First Aid Certifications from an approved organization within six months of hire.
  • Certified Lifeguard training certificate. 

Starting pay is $14.30 per hour.

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Application Forms

Online Employment Application 

PDF Employment Application (PDF)

The City of Harrisonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).