Current Job Openings

SALARY RANGE:  $27.22 - $33.04/hr PLUS Biweekly license bonus:

Class I $84.24 • Class II $151.63 •  Class III $225.76 • Class IV $252.72

Operator position shall require an Ohio EPA Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator in Training certificate or Class I license, at a minimum.  Applicant must provide proof of such with the filing of the Civil Service Application.

SUMMARY:  

Under general supervision, performs bargaining unit work in wastewater treatment and the processing operation in compliance with local, state, and federal EPA regulations. Monitors and coordinates the flow, treatment, and processing of wastewater through plant equipment. Cleans and services equipment and performs maintenance and repair work as needed. Performs additional job-related tasks as assigned.

Application deadline is May 15, 2025 at 4pm.  Please include any additional documentation (licensure, resume, DD214, etc.) when submitting your application. Applications must be received prior to the deadline in order to take the Civil Service test.

CIVIL SERVICE TEST IS REQUIRED. Click here for information about the test.  

Full job description here.

SALARY RANGE:  $27.22 - $33.04/hr PLUS Biweekly license bonus:

Class I $84.24 • Class II $151.63 •  Class III $225.76 • Class IV $252.72

Operator position shall require an Ohio EPA Water Treatment Plant Operator in Training Certificate or Class I Ohio EPA license, at a minimum. The current possession of a Class II or Class III Ohio EPA water works certification will be considered as having fulfilled this requirement.   Applicant must provide proof of such with the filing of the Civil Service Application.

SUMMARY:  

Under general supervision, performs bargaining unit work in water treatment and the processing operation in compliance with local, state, and federal EPA regulations. Monitors and coordinates the flow, treatment, and processing of water through plant equipment. Cleans and services equipment and performs maintenance and repair work as needed. Performs additional job related tasks as assigned. 

Application deadline is May 2, 2025 at 4pm.  Please include any additional documentation (licensure, resume, DD214, etc.) when submitting your application. Applications must be received prior to the deadline in order to take the Civil Service test.

CIVIL SERVICE TEST IS REQUIRED. Click here for information about the test.  

Full job description here.

Salary Range:  $87,458 - $109,723

The Senior Engineer must possess registration as a Professional Engineer by the State of Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Public Service, through the supervision of the Deputy Service Director/Superintendent of Engineering, the Senior Engineer is responsible for managing, coordinating, and performing engineering functions including, but not limited to, the planning, design and construction of public improvement projects of both in-house and consultant design; reviewing of subdivisions and site plans; and preparation of feasibility analysis, cost estimates and reports. Performs supervisory and/or administrative duties, and other functions related to the normal operation of the Engineering Division as required. May be designated to act on behalf of the Superintendent of Engineering in his/her absence. 

For currently active Police Officers, please visit the All-Star Talent recruiting site to apply for a position with the Kent Police Department.

For currently active 911 Dispatchers, please visit the All-Star Talent recruiting site to apply for a position with the Kent Police and Fire Departments.

The City of Kent, Ohio seeks a key member of the Community Development Department to serve as the Assistant Community Development Director. This position is primarily responsible for assisting with managing the day-to-day activities and operations of the department in support of the Director, including administering, enforcing and managing the policies, programs, services and ordinances of or related to, the Community Development Department and its divisions, including land use and planning; building; economic development; property maintenance and zoning code enforcement; rental inspection and licensing; federal, state, and local grants program management; sustainability planning; and parking meter operations. Provides complex and responsible assistance to the Community Development Director and acts in the absence of the Director. 

Master’s degree in urban studies, planning, public administration, or a related field and four years of experience in local government with direct experience in grant administration, zoning and building code enforcement, and planning, or another combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the necessary knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience described above.

Pay range for the position is $94,603-$127,964 annually. Send cover letter & resume to HR Director, 320 S. Depeyster St., Kent, Ohio 44240, or email to suzanne.stemnock@kentohio.gov.  Open until filled.  EOE. Please see links below for more information.

Assistant Community Development Director Profile

Assistant Community Development Director Job Description