Adult Basketball Referees, Scorekeepers for games beginning January 02, 2009. Open-gym Supervisors, beginning December 21, 2008. Officials should be knowledgeable in rules, terminology, possess good judgement & ability to deal with participants in professional manner. $16.50/game.  Gym and Open-gym supervisors should possess good communicative & decision making skills & be able to deal with participants professionally.  Must have knowledge of rules, be reliable & prompt, $40/shift for Gym Supervisor, $10.00/hour for Open-gym Supervisor. Scorekeeper should have knowledge of game of basketball, be reliable, prompt, & attentive. Neat penmanship a must.  Will train.  $7/game.  Apply by January 23, 2009, City of Sterling, HR Department, 421 No. 4th Street, P.O. Box 4000, Sterling, CO 80751-0400. Applications are online at www.sterlingcolo.com (970)522-9700. EOE

Part-time YOUTH Basketball Referees, Gym Supervisors and Scorekeepers for games beginning January 10, 2009.  Officials should be knowledgeable in rules, terminology, possess good judgement and ability to deal with participants in professional manner.  $11.00 per game. Gym supervisors should possess good communicative and decision making skills and be able to deal with participants professionally. Must have knowledge of rules, be reliable, and prompt.  $40/shift. Scorekeeper should have knowledge of game of basketball, be reliable, prompt, & attentive. Neat penmanship a must. Will train.  $7/game. Apply by January 23, 2009, City of Sterling, HR Department, 421 No. 4th Street, P. O. Box 4000, Sterling, CO 80751-0400. (970)522-9700. Applications are available at www.sterlingcolo.com. EOE

The City of Sterling, CO, population 12,910, is accepting applications for the position of Fire Chief. The City operates a combination paid and volunteer department and provides fire protection for the City and a 520 sq. mile rural fire district. This position reports to the City Manager and is responsible for the operational aspects of the Department. Current year budget is $1,448,285. Position requirements: minimum 60 credit hours from an accredited institute in fire science or related discipline; five (5) years command level experience with supervisory or management responsibility; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Position is open until filled with first review of applications anticipated October 17, 2008. Anticipated starting salary range for the position $53,000 to $65,000 DOQ. FPPA Retirement System and City benefit package.

To apply, send completed application to Human Resources, City of Sterling, 421 No. 4th Street, P. O. Box 4000, Sterling, CO  80751-0400.  Phone (970)522-9700.  Applications are available for download on City’s website, www.sterlingcolo.com. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application. EOE

December 03, 2008

Position provides emergency and non-emergency dispatch services by monitoring and answering multiple phone lines; processes, prioritizes, and utilizes the radio system to ensure proper deployment of police, fire, and emergency units. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to handle multiple demands simultaneously, deal with interruptions, respond to difficult situations under time constraints, and maintains composure during emergencies. Must possess keyboarding skills equivalent typing 35 w.p.m.; be able to work various rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. The applications will be used to fill current and anticipated position vacancies. Starting salary $11.89/hr.   Apply City of Sterling Personnel/HR Department, 421 No. 4th Street, P.O. Box 4000, Sterling, CO  80751-0400 until filled.  (970)522-9700.  EOE

City of Sterling, CO (12,916) is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. Sterling is located on I-76 125 mi. NE of Denver. Staring salary is $32,553 per year; Colorado P.O.S.T. certification or its equivalent. Colorado P.O.S.T. requires out-of-state lateral entrants to have 3 years previous law enforcement experience and will be required to become P.O.S.T. certified within 6 months of hire. City will assist with expenses for P.O.S.T. certification. Lateral entrants starting wage rate DOQ. Benefits; 12 hr shifts, FPPA Retirement System (FICA replacement plan), take home vehicle, side arm and uniforms supplied by department, generous Paid Time Off policy; Health and Dental insurance available after 30 day waiting period with 10% employee premium contribution for either single or family basic plans; City paid STD and LTD insurance, 125 Plan and deferred compensation plans. Apply City of Sterling, HR Department, 421 No. 4th Street, P. O. Box 4000, Sterling, CO 80751-0400. (970) 522-9700. Application and cover sheet are available on the City website, www.sterlingcolo.com. Testing will be scheduled after receiving application.