Job Code #6060 - at the Police Dept. Salary range is $28,246 - $42,764. Qualifications: High school diploma or its equivalent. Special requirements: 1. Must possess a valid state of Florida driver’s license. 2. Must maintain a valid home telephone number. NOTE: Applicants will be required to undergo an extensive background investigation which includes, but not limited to, a polygraph exam, drug screening examination, physical exam, credit checks, etc., prior to being offered employment as an Emergency Communications Specialist. All applicants must complete an ECS packet which includes a Non-Smoker Affidavit, Drug Screening Questionnaire, and a Realistic Job Preview form in addition to the City of Lakeland application. The packet is available at the Civil Service Department, 500 N. Lake Parker Ave., Lakeland and must be returned to Civil Service along with the application by May 16, 2008. Applicants with incomplete applications and/or ECS packets will not be allowed to proceed in the testing process.

Job Code #3053 - in Public Works. Salary range is $39,748 - $60,174. Qualifications: Graduation from a four (4) year college or university with course work in environmental natural sciences. Note: Duties include all aspects of Lakes Management within the City of Lakeland, Florida. Requisite duties involve active management of urban lakes including field work, data analysis, plan and program development, and administrative implementation. Theoretical and applied knowledge of freshwater limnological principles and aquatic ecology is required. A combination of education and experience will be evaluated to determine the best candidate. Special requirements: 1. Must possess and maintain a state of Florida driver’s license. 2. Must maintain a valid home telephone number. A resume and transcripts must be submitted with the application. Position open until filled. Open until filled means that there is currently no definite closing date for the recruitment, however, it may close at any time - WITHOUT NOTICE. PLEASE SPECIFY IN THE POSITION TITLE ON THE APPLICATION WHAT AREA YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Job Code #3053 - in Public Works. Salary range is $39,748 - $60,174. Qualifications: Graduation from a four (4) year college or university with course work in environmental natural sciences. Note: The Stormwater Utility Administrator interprets, applies, and recommends modifications to related ordinances. Specific duties include coordination with the billing department to supply impervious surface areas calculations upon which billing is based. Use of GIS related applications and site visits to stormwater treatment facilities are common activities performed by this position. Applications for new and renewal credits are processed through this office. The SWU administrator will need to keep current with the development of utilities in other areas and states in order to continually develop the program. On the job training is expected for the individual assuming these specific duties. However, well developed knowledge and skills related to stormwater treatment and aquatic ecology/limnology will be requisite. This position is primarily office work. Meetings and field work represent about 20% of the activities. Activity directly related to SWU duties provides a consistent low level of activity once the process is mastered. There are, however, peaks of activity surrounding stormwater utility credit renewal periods. Other activities such as managing multiple projects, code enforcement, outreach, contract oversight, and field work make up at least 50% of the responsibilities. This position coordinates with the public, consultants, contractors, departments, agencies, etc. regarding the varied aspects of the job. Only parts of this job can be considered routine. Collectively, the work will vary to a great extent. Attention to detail and organizational, writing, and math skills must be well developed. Knowledge of basic statistics is a plus. Special requirements: 1. Must possess and maintain a state of Florida driver’s license. 2. Must maintain a valid home telephone number. A resume and transcripts must be submitted with the application. Position open until filled. Open until filled means that there is currently no definite closing date for the recruitment, however, it may close at any time - WITHOUT NOTICE. PLEASE SPECIFY IN THE POSITION TITLE ON THE APPLICATION WHAT AREA YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Job Code #4008 – in the Fire Dept. Salary range is $34,836 - $49,014. Qualifications: High school diploma or its equivalent and graduation from a certified fire training academy with a certificate from the state of Florida indicating compliance in fire standards. Applicants must be eighteen (18) years of age and must be a non-smoker for a period of one year prior to the date of application. Special requirements: 1. Must possess and maintain a valid state of Florida Class D driver’s license. 2. Must maintain a valid home telephone number. 3. Must possess and maintain a valid state of Florida certification of compliance for a Firefighter. 4. Must possess and maintain a valid state of Florida Emergency Medical Technician certification. 5. Must be available to work overtime as required to maintain minimum staffing. Note: Individuals possessing only one certification may apply if currently enrolled in a certification course for the one not possessed. However, employment consideration will only be given upon obtaining all required credentials. You must submit all forms in order for your employment application to be accepted. Please click here for additional information pertaining to making application for the position of Firefighter. Continuous recruitment.

Job Code #7030 - in Lakeland Electric. Salary range is $33,508 - $50,710. Qualifications: High school diploma or its equivalent. Special requirements: 1. Must possess and maintain a valid state of Florida Class A Commercial Driver’s license with Tanker Trailer endorsements within three (3) months of employment. 2. Must be able to work various shifts and over time as required. 3. Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number. 4. Must be available for extended hours and after hours call out as required to complete assigned duties. Filing deadline is Friday, May 23rd.

Job Code #2290 - at Lakeland Electric. Salary range is $84,656 - $128,148. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a related Engineering, Business or Accounting degree. Eight (8) years of experience in the electric utility industry or an affiliated company including experience in system operations, system planning, production or accounting, environmental compliance, fuel/electric comities marketing, regulatory compliance (i.e. working with NERC, FERC, state commissions) etc. Special requirements: 1. Must maintain City driving privileges/valid Florida driver’s license. 2. Must maintain a valid contact phone number. 3. Must be willing and able to work various work schedules. 4. Must be able to work extended hours as necessary to provide operational effectiveness. A resume and transcripts must be submitted with the application. Position open until filled. Open until filled means that there is currently no definite closing date for the recruitment, however, it may close at any time - WITHOUT NOTICE.

Job Code #4009 – at the Police Dept. Salary range is $40,010- $60,889. Qualifications: 30 semester credit hours or 48 quarter hours from an accredited college or university OR three (3) years Law Enforcement experience with another agency the size of Lakeland Police Department or three (3) years military experience. Special requirements: 1. Must possess a valid state of Florida driver's license. 2. Must maintain a valid home telephone number. 3. Applicants must meet all requirements established by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. Applicants must also possess a current state of Florida police officer certification or meet Commission Comparable Compliance. The requirements are enumerated in F.S. 943.13. 4. Applicants will be required to pass an extensive background investigation which includes, but is not limited to, a polygraph exam, physical agility test, drug screening examination, physical exam, psychological testing, credit checks, etc. prior to being offered employment as a Lakeland Police Officer. Notice: All education and/or experience requirement must be fully met. Consideration for exception will only be given to recruits who display exemplary law enforcement experience or other circumstances. Exceptions to any requirements will be at the sole discretion of the Chief of Police. Please click here for additional information pertaining to making application for the position of Police Officer. You must submit all forms in order for your employment application to be accepted. Continuous recruitment.

Job Code #8233 - in Parks & Recreation. Salary range is $37,835 - $57,304. Qualifications: Graduation from accredited college or university with a BA/BS degree in Therapeutic Recreation. Must have certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) with the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification. Minimum two (2) years full-time experience in inclusive/therapeutic recreation. Must have experience developing, instituting, conducting and evaluating inclusive programming for non-traditional participants. Special requirements: 1. Must possess a valid state of Florida driver's class D license six (6) months upon being hired. 2. Must maintain a First Aid/CPR certification. 3. Must maintain a working phone number. Position open until filled. Open until filled means that there is currently no definite closing date for the recruitment, however, it may close at any time - WITHOUT NOTICE.