CITY OF TRENTON, FLORIDA – CITY MANAGER
Trenton, Florida’s population is approximately 2,100 and it is the county seat and commercial hub of Gilchrist County, population 18,000. The City of Trenton provides police and fire protection services, right of way and park maintenance, water and sewer utility service, solid waste collection, development permitting, and code enforcement. The City of Trenton’s total budget exceeds $4.5 million in FY2023-2024. The five-member governing body is the Board of City Commissioners, which is elected at-large. Five (5) City Managers have served the City since 1970.
Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field (planning, public administration, political science, government, business administration, etc.); however, a combination of education and experience will be considered. The candidate should have demonstrated leadership skills, including prior management experience, preferably local government management experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record with budgeting, grant administration, planning, utility service provision, and intergovernmental coordination. The ability to multi-task, with limited staff/financial resources, is a crucial component for successful job performance. In addition, the ideal candidate will be a resident in the City of Trenton or Gilchrist County, or willing to relocate.
Apply
Interested applicants please send a resume with cover letter, City of Trenton Employment Application, and five (5) professional references to:
City of Trenton- Personnel Committee
Attn: Pat Watson
500 N. Main Street
Trenton, FL 32693
For additional information, please contact Mrs. Watson at (352) 463-4000, or at pwatson@trentonflorida.org. Email submission of application materials is allowable. City of Trenton Employment Applications can be obtained on the City’s website at www.trentonflorida.org under the “City Jobs” tab. Applicants may submit application materials to pwatson@trentonflorida.org. The filing deadline for applications is October 31, 2024. The salary for this position may range from $55,000 to $85,000 DOQ. The City of Trenton is an EEO/ADA employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
The Board of City Commissioners does not guarantee delivery and receipt of applications which shall be the sole responsibility of the applicant. This position requires a background check.
CITY OF TRENTON SEEKS PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE
The City of Trenton will accept applications until the position is filled.
This employee performs technical work in a combination of the following fields: installation and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection equipment and facilities; repair of mechanical equipment; repair and maintenance of electrical devices and services; general street and right-of-way maintenance; general building maintenance.
Required: 1) High School diploma or GED; 2) Valid Florida driver license; 3) Consent to pre-employment drug testing. FOR AN APPLICATION or more information, email bmills@trentonflorida.org, or call City Hall 352-463-4000. An application may also be obtained at City Hall, 500 N. Main Street, Trenton.
THE CITY OF TRENTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
City of Trenton Employment Application
Public Safety Employment Application
Fire Division Employment Application
The City of Trenton is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
It is the policy of the City to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veterans’ status, or any other legal recognized status entitled to protection under legal, state or federal anti-discrimination laws, and to promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through positive and continuing programs. The City will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. The policy of equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination applies to all aspects of the relationship between the City and its employees and applicants, including but not limited to Recruitment, Employment, Promotion, Transfer, Training, Working Conditions, Wages & Salary Administration, and Employee Benefits & Application of Policies. The City is a Drug-Free Workplace. EOE/ADA/V/DFWP.· The City, through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) verifies an employee’s authorization to work in the United States through E-Verify. These principles of equal employment opportunity also apply to the selection and treatment of independent contractors, personnel working on City property who are employed by temporary agencies, and any other persons or firms doing business for or with the City.
The Human Resources Department strives to provide effective personnel services through the development, implementation, and equitable administration of policies and procedures; recruit qualified personnel; maintain a well-trained workforce; and foster productivity, innovation, and a climate of success in the workplace.
The Department recruits new employees and works to retain existing employees, maintains personnel records, coordinates employee benefits, and enforces personnel policies.