The Town of Cary posts job openings every Monday. To ensure consideration, the Human Resources Department must receive the completed application by 5 p.m. on the closing date posted. When no date is posted, apply immediately since closing may occur without notice.

To Apply
Download an employment application. Mail to:
Human Resources Department
P.O. Box 8005
Cary, NC 27512

You may pick up or deliver an application to the Human Resources Department at 316 N. Academy St (located on the 2nd floor of Town Hall).  Get directions

To Check the Status of a Vacancy
The Jobs Status section is updated every Monday. It provides updates on the selection process and lists jobs recently filled.

To Express Interest in a Job not on the List
See the Employment Interest Form. See a list of full-time and part-time authorized positions for Town of Cary job titles.

• TOWN ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS & TECHNICAL SERVICES
• CLERICAL VACANCIES - (TOWN-WIDE)
• PUBLIC SAFETY
• PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITIES
• ENGINEERING, PLANNING & INSPECTIONS & PERMITS
• PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL RESOURCES
• RECRUITMENT & SELECTION STATUS UPDATE

TOWN ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS AND TECHNICAL SERVICES

PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECIALIST - WRITER (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-163 - ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT - Normal starting hourly rate: $12 - $15 (25-30 hours per week), plus flexible schedule. At the direction of the Public Information Officer, the Public Information Specialist will work as part of a high performing team on the timely creation, facilitation, and updating of accurate information about Town of Cary programs, services, operations, policies, and accomplishments. Duties include: writing, proofing, editing, formatting, and distributing news releases, media advisories, public service announcements, fact sheets, and newsletters; managing contact and distribution lists; assisting with news conferences and other special events; and coordinating placement of weekly newspaper display advertisement. Requires excellent performance in senior-level coursework in English, technical writing, journalism, or related field; bachelor’s degree in one of these fields preferred. Must be familiar with Microsoft products such as Word, Access, and Publisher. Understanding of or previous work with government is a plus. Opening is to accommodate maternity leave and expected to start on or about July 1 and end on or about August 29, 2008, with the possibility of up to 30 days extension. To ensure consideration, the following must be received in Human Resources: 1) a completed Town of Cary application; 2) two writing samples of no more than two pages each that demonstrate the ability to present complex issues/topics concisely and at a level easily understood by the general public; and 3) a written statement for each writing sample indicating the medium for which the sample was developed (magazine, television, newspaper, Internet, etc.); the forum for which it was intended (stockholders annual report, documentary, employee newsletter, etc.); and the target audience(s). APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice. For more information, contact Susan Moran, (919) 460-4951 or susan.moran@townofcary.org.

TENNIS PROFESSIONAL III (PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-155 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CARY TENNIS PARK - Normal starting salary range: $9,594 - $12,000 base pay plus on-court incentive pay and excellent prorated benefits. The Cary Tennis Park is a 30 court, full-service, year-round tennis facility. Programs include a junior tennis academy, USTA league play, junior and adult development programs, tournaments, local leagues, and ladders. Multiple positions are available. Job duties include leading and/or assisting with tennis instructional programs as assigned, building a private lesson clientele, assisting with tournament administration, assisting with program planning and development, and other facility related duties as assigned. Position requires USPTA or USPTR certification or ability to obtain such certification within the first year of employment. Any combination of work and playing experience equivalent to two years of teaching experience and tennis playing experience at a minimum of high school varsity level is required.  Four years of varsity college level tennis playing experience is preferred.  Knowledge of tennis skills, rules, and strategies is required. Good oral and written communication skills are essential. Successful candidate must be physically able to be out on the tennis courts and feed tennis balls, in some cases in extreme weather conditions, for extended periods of time.  Work schedule is 30 hours per week but varies and includes weekends and evenings. To ensure consideration, a Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY. This position may close without notice.

UTILITY ACCOUNTS TECHNICIAN (PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-165 - FINANCE DEPARTMENT - Normal starting hourly rate: $15.14 - $18.59. Performs responsible clerical and paraprofessional work that involves entering and analyzing data for utility services and maintaining customer master records. Requires thorough knowledge of utilities operational procedures and record keeping; general knowledge of billing procedures; and the ability to perform database analysis while maintaining complex databases,  perform detailed work, and communicate effectively. Requires education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma with a minimum of three years data entry experience. Must have excellent customer service and computer skills. Schedule is 25 hours per week. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources by 5 PM Monday, May 12, 2008.

CLERICAL VACANCIES  - (TOWN-WIDE)

NO ACTIVE RECRUITMENT THIS WEEK.

PUBLIC SAFETY

EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER I (PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-139 - POLICE/ TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT - Normal starting hourly rate: $15.14. This is a part-time position responsible for receiving and transmitting both emergency and non-emergency calls via telephone and radio systems. Enters data into a CAD (computer-aided dispatch) system and dispatches police, fire, emergency medical services, animal control, and public works personnel. Work is performed with speed and accuracy and requires a high degree of computer keyboard efficiency as well as the ability to make effective, immediate decisions regarding life-threatening situations based on highly complex rules, regulations, and procedures. Excellent opportunity to join a modern, progressive Communications Center . Must have good hearing and speech as well as good typing and customer service skills. Prefer typing speed of at least 30 words per minute and Typing Speed Certificate. Requires current experience as a telecommunicator with up-to-date certifications including: Basic Telecommunications Certification, DCI (Division of Criminal Information) Certification, Emergency Medical Dispatch Certification, and CPR Certification. A background and criminal history check will be conducted. The application packet consists of two files that must be downloaded and completed: the Employment Application and the Personal History Statement. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application packet must be received through the mail or delivered in person to Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

POLICE OFFICER I (HRSS) - VACANCY #07-045 - POLICE/TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT - Normal starting salary: $36,462, plus excellent benefits.  Salaries for experienced officers may be higher. Seeking ambitious people desiring career-oriented law enforcement program. Officers are assigned to a patrol team and work permanent shifts. Career Ladder program offers an outstanding opportunity for professional enhancement and advancement in salary. Duties are diverse and may be physically and psychologically demanding. Selected candidates must pass medical and psychological tests prior to employment. Requires high school graduation or equivalent; minimum of 20½ years of age; and possession of a valid driver’s license with good driving record. Preference will be given to candidates who are BLET certified or currently attending a BLET course; hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; and have military and/or law enforcement experience with an agency comparable in size to or population served by the Town of Cary. Please see a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding this recruitment for more information. Download the specialized application packet. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application packet must be received by mail or delivered in person to Human Resources. Only completed application packets containing all required documents will be accepted. Applications will be processed and evaluated in the order in which they are received. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

RESERVE POLICE OFFICER (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-172 - POLICE/TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT - Normal starting hourly rate: $16. Reserve officers needed to patrol at special events for crowd control and traffic direction; observe activity and intervene as necessary; check the physical security of assigned areas businesses, cars, etc.; and establish contact with citizens for public relations. Duties are diverse and may be physically and psychologically demanding. Selected candidates must pass medical and psychological tests prior to employment. Requires high school graduation or equivalent; minimum of 20 years of age; possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license with good driving record; and North Carolina BLET certification. College courses or experience in law enforcement preferred. Please see a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding this recruitment for more information. Download the specialized application packet. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application packet must be received by mail or delivered in person to Human Resources. Only completed application packets containing all required documents will be accepted. Applications will be processed and evaluated in the order in which they are received. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

TRAFFIC CONTROL OFFICER (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-143 - POLICE/TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT - Normal starting hourly rate: $7.50. Hours included Monday through Friday, approximately 7:30 to 8:30 AM and 2:35 to 3:30 PM. Guaranteed four hours of pay per school day.  Monitor and control traffic coming into and out of West Lake Elementary School at West Lake Road and Piney Branch Road.  Must be willing to work in inclement weather and heavily traveled areas.  Must be reliable and work well with children. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES

OPERATIONS, CONSTRUCTION, AND FLEET MANAGEMENT

WASTEWATER SYSTEM WORKER I (JET CREW - TWO POSITIONS) (HRSS/RESP) - VACANCY #08-104 - PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES DEPARTMENT - Normal starting salary range: $25,916 - $30,000, plus excellent benefits. This position performs skilled work operating mechanical and hydraulic equipment in the maintenance of the wastewater collection system for the Town of Cary. Responds to sewer calls, sewer spills, maintains storm drains, and performs preventative maintenance as required. Requires high school diploma or equivalent, with ability to read and interpret maps and instructions. Requires some knowledge of wastewater collection systems, line construction repair, or specialized equipment operation. Must possess significant physical ability including ability to lift and drag heavy items, crawl into tight spaces, perform continuous manual labor, and work in inclement weather. Position is required to perform rotating standby duties and periodic overtime. Must possess satisfactory driving record and Class A CDL with tanker endorsement (or the ability to obtain within six months) and Grade I Wastewater Certificate (or the ability to obtain within one year). Will be hired as a trainee without a North Carolina commercial driver's license. Some experience working in wastewater collections or related field experience preferred. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

WATER SYSTEM WORKER (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-117 - PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES DEPARTMENT - Normal starting salary range: $28,558 - $33,200, plus excellent benefits. This position performs technical work in the operation and maintenance of the water and reclaimed water distribution systems. Duties include: leak detection and correlation, taking water samples, handling complaint calls, and maintaining fire hydrants and valves. Requires high school graduation with two or more years experience in water distribution systems maintenance and repair and a thorough knowledge of tools, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance of a municipal or similar-sized water system. Must be able to read and interpret maps and water system diagrams. Must have Class B Commercial Driver’s License  (or the ability to obtain within six months), certification for grade C water distribution (or the ability to obtain within one year) and a Class III asbestos pipe certification (or ability to obtain within one year).  Preference will be given to applicants with previous municipal experience or those already possessing CDL or certifications. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING

NO ACTIVE RECRUITMENT THIS WEEK.

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE WORKER I (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-111 - PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES DEPARTMENT - Normal starting salary range:  $21,320 - $22,500, plus excellent benefits. Be part of a team performing routine, semi-skilled work in the care and maintenance of parks, athletic fields, landscaped areas, street right-of-ways, public buildings, and other Town of Cary maintained facilities. Requires a willingness to work in the areas of landscaping, building maintenance, and/or special projects. Requires any combination of experience and education equivalent to graduation from high school with the ability to understand and employ standard safety procedures and written and oral instructions. This position requires a very flexible work schedule including some evenings and weekends. A valid North Carolina driver’s license (or the ability to obtain within 30 days) with a good driving record and one-plus years experience performing landscape maintenance tasks, similar outside manual labor, or previous ball field experience is  preferred. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE WORKER II (HRSS) - VACANCY # 08-168 -  PUBLIC WORKS/ UTILITIES DEPARTMENT , USA BASEBALL COMPLEX (ATHLETIC FIELD MAINTENANCE) - Normal starting salary range: $25,916 - $30,100 (full range to $40,164). This position requires a flexible work schedule including some evenings and weekends.  Performs semi-skilled work preparing and maintaining special-purpose athletic fields for play. Reconditions turf and infields, installs and maintains temporary fencing, and performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs as necessary. May also be required to assist with special events, facility/landscape maintenance projects, or assigned to specific teams as needed.  Requires high school diploma or GED and  prior paid landscape maintenance experience. Must have a minimum of one year of outside manual labor experience and a valid driver's license with a good driving record. Must be willing to be trained and able to obtain a North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver's License within six months. Preference will be given to candidates who have a four-year degree in horticulture or closely related field and/or one or more year's experience in athletic field maintenance (baseball) at the professional or collegiate level. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE WORKER II (CORRECTION: LANDSCAPE) (HRSS) - VACANCY # 08-170 - PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES DEPARTMENT - Normal starting salary range: $25,916 - $30,100 (full range to $40,164), plus excellent benefits. Work to include operating landscape maintenance equipment in the care and maintenance of parks, athletic fields, landscaped areas, street right-of-ways, and other Town of Cary maintained facilities. Also required to assist or perform maintenance tasks within Town-owned public or program buildings. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school; good interpersonal/customer service skills; and a general knowledge of horticulture, landscaping, tools, equipment, and materials used in grounds or building maintenance learned through one or more years of paid landscaping experience. Must be able to understand and employ standard safety procedures and written and oral instructions and have experience working outdoors in all weather conditions. May oversee the work of seasonal employees.  Requires valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Must be willing to be trained and able to obtain a North Carolina commercial driver’s license, Class B, within six months. Preference will be given to employees who have experience working on a commercial or municipal landscape team. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.   Applicants who applied for the Facilities Maintenance Worker II (Ballfield) position, Vacancy #08-170, will remain under consideration and need not reapply.

SPORTS TURF/LANDSCAPE TECHNICIAN (NEW TITLE) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-133 - PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES DEPARTMENT - Normal starting salary range: $36,462 - $42,500 (full range to $56,513), plus excellent benefits. Exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing sports turf - including our USA Baseball National Training complex (with four baseball fields; all maintained at major league baseball standards), as well as WakeMed Soccer Park (a 150-acre multi-use complex hosting professional matches, college and high school tournaments, and other events). This position requires extensive knowledge of turf management and athletic field maintenance and all associated cultural practices. Must be able to understand and employ standard safety procedures, prepare reports, communicate well through written and oral instructions, and lead other workers. Requires a valid North Carolina driver’s license with a good driving record, North Carolina pesticide certification, and an associate’s degree in a related field. Education and experience equivalent to a four-year degree in turf management from an accredited university and experience in turf management (municipal, professional, collegiate, and/or athletic turf management preferred. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

RECLAMATION FACILITIES AND WATER TREATMENT PLANT

NO ACTIVE RECRUITMENT THIS WEEK.

UTILITIES

PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES PROJECT MANAGER - UPDATED TITLE (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-016 - PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES DEPARTMENT - Normal starting salary range: $56,555 - $80,350, depending upon qualifications, plus excellent benefits. The Town of Cary, a regional leader in providing excellent customer service and implementing innovative approaches to managing its water resources, is seeking an experienced engineer to serve as a project manager for a wide variety of projects involving the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of public works and utilities infrastructure. This position will emphasize: designing maintenance, and long-range utility rehabilitation programs and repair projects including water, sewer, streets, and storm drainage in support of public works and utilities operations;  developing/updating public works and utilities operational, emergency response and contingency plans; assisting in the development of long-range water supply planning efforts; managing professional service/consultant contracts for the development of maintenance, repair project documents, operational studies, and long-range planning documents; coordinating plans, studies, reports, and agreements with regulatory agencies;  and preparing reports on operational matters in support of the director. Excellent written and oral communication skills (including the ability to interpret, simplify, and clarify specs, policies, codes, and other technical jargon) are essential in order to interact with citizens and staff. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in civil engineering and considerable experience involving the design and construction of public works projects.  A valid North Carolina driver’s license with a good driving record is also required. Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state of North Carolina is preferred. Re-advertisement. Previous applicants remain under consideration and need not re-apply. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice. 

UTILITY SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-020 - PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES DEPARTMENT - Normal starting salary range: $34,715 - $42,000, plus excellent benefits. This position requires hands-on experience in the installation, repair, operations, and mechanical maintenance of municipal drinking water and wastewater systems, or a comparable large-scale operation. Requires considerable experience in electrical troubleshooting, chemical feed, water and wastewater pumping, and hydraulics, or other closely related trades. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school, and a valid driver's license with a good driving record. Position requires ability to work in all weather, climb and crawl in tight spaces, understanding of occupational hazards, necessary safety precautions, and the independence to work a rotating, on-call schedule. Requires a Grade I Wastewater Collection Certification (or the ability to obtain within one year). Prefer state certifications in drinking water distribution and/or wastewater collections systems and a Commercial Driver’s License. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

WATER CONSERVATION TECHNICIAN (PROGRAMS) - VACANCY #08-169 - PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITIES DEPARTMENT - Normal starting salary range: $34,715 - $37,000, depending upon qualifications. Seeking environmentally minded individual to conduct and manage field verification work as well as create and maintain precise databases for progressive new water conservation programs (Turf Buy-Back, Warm Season Grass Incentives, HET Rebates).  The successful candidate must possess substantial knowledge of water-efficient landscape design and have the ability to evaluate efficient irrigation system design, maintenance, and calibration. Individual also will organize and advertise workshops on warm season turf and create informational brochures. Skills required: substantial knowledge of water conservation issues and practices; substantial knowledge of turf grasses; excellent organizational, written, computer (Word, Excel, Access, MapInfo, and Power Point), communication, and interpersonal skills; and ability to work independently as well as on a team. Must possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record. Requires graduation from a community college or technical institute with a degree in environmental sciences, horticulture, landscape maintenance, or related field, and some associated work experience. A four-year degree from an accredited university and a minimum of two years related experience is preferred.  To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

ENGINEERING, PLANNING, AND INSPECTIONS AND PERMITS

STORMWATER ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-171 - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT - Normal starting salary range: $40,185 - $49,358, depending upon experience and qualifications, plus a comprehensive benefit package. Seeking a well-organized employee to be responsible for enforcement of all aspects of the Town of Cary ’s stormwater ordinances for new development and illegal discharges to the storm drainage system. Duties include verifying that the erosion control and Best Management Practices (BMPs) for water quality and quantity control on the approved plan are properly installed and function as designed. This position conducts daily site inspections and deals directly with contractors and engineers. The successful candidate must possess the ability to read erosion control plans; meet time-sensitive deadlines; establish and maintain effective working relationships; exercise firmness and tact in implementing codes and ordinances; communicate effectively; prioritize work responsibilities effectively; maintain accurate and precise records; solve problems timely and effectively; and perform basic hydrologic computations. Must have skills in the use of related Civil Engineering instruments and equipment; ability to use IBM-compatible computers with skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and database management; and possess working knowledge of GIS capabilities. Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field along with a valid North Carolina driver’s license with a good driving record. Experience in, and knowledge of, erosion control a plus. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources by 5 PM Wednesday, May 21, 2008.

PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES

FOR FULL-TIME/REGULAR PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES POSITIONS SEE:

• TOWN ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS AND TECHNICAL SERVICES, JOB CATEGORY #286
• CLERICAL VACANCIES - TOWN-WIDE, JOB CATEGORY # 287

TEMPORARY/PART-TIME POSITIONS

ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-126 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT - Normal starting hourly rate: $8.50 - $10, depending upon qualifications. Looking for an individual to assist the Recreation Projects Coordinator and other administration staff in special projects development and detailed administrative duties involved in maintaining organizational national accreditation. Requires excellent organizational skills, as well as the ability to logically format and compile informational and clerical work requiring diverse skills and abilities. Prefer strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).  Position is 20 to 30 hours per week, flexible schedule negotiable. Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.  To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice. 

ATHLETIC AIDE IV - (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-166 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, WAKEMED SOCCER PARK .  Normal starting hourly rate:  $8.25 - 11, depending upon qualifications. Duties for these temporary positions include coordinating field rentals, ticket sales,  reporting maintenance issues, handling difficult situations, supervision of part-time staff, securing facilities, point-of-contact with the public, answering requests for information, assisting with cleaning facilities, troubleshooting, and performing related tasks as required. Requires knowledge of rules for soccer, cross- country running, and other sports. This position normally involves 10-25 hours per week (can increase seasonally). Must be able to work a varied schedule to include evening and/or weekends. Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

ATHLETIC AIDES II and III (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-167 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, ATHLETICS.  To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.   Title depends on qualifications of applicant.  Following are descriptions of each position:

ATHLETIC AIDE II - Normal starting hourly rate: $6.75 - $8.50. We need individuals at least 16 years of age who have knowledge of rules for basketball, softball, and baseball; as well as the ability to work scoreboards and keep score books. This position normally involves 5-15 hours per week (can increase seasonally). Responsibilities include scorekeeping youth games, opening and closing facilities, assisting with cleaning facilities, and performing related tasks as required. Must be available to work evenings and/or weekends.

ATHLETIC AIDE III (Scorekeeper) - Normal starting hourly rate: $7.25 - $9.50. We need individuals at least 18 years of age who have knowledge of rules for basketball, softball, and baseball; as well as the ability to work scoreboards and keep score books. This position normally involves 5-15 hours per week (can increase seasonally).  Responsibilities include scorekeeping youth and/or adult games, opening and closing facilities, assisting with cleaning facilities, troubleshooting, and performing related tasks as required. Must be available to work evenings and/or weekends.

CENTER AIDE I, II and III (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-129 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, HERB YOUNG COMMUNITY CENTER - Normal starting hourly rate: $7.22 - $9.50, depending upon qualifications. We need individuals at least 16 years of age who are very flexible, energetic, and service/detail-oriented needed to work in a fast-paced community center. Duties include customer service, data entry, set-up and takedowns for programs, program registration, and light maintenance as required. Requires ability to deal effectively with the public and organize and handle a wide variety of duties. Must be a responsible individual. Schedule includes working evenings, weekends, and some holidays. Hours are flexible and range from 10 to 15 hours per week. To ensure consideration a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

CENTER AIDE I, II and III (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-161 - PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, MIDDLE CREEK COMMUNITY CENTER - Normal starting hourly rate:  $7.22 - $9.50r, depending upon qualifications. We need individuals at least 16 years of age who are responsible, flexible, energetic, and service/detail-oriented to provide customer service, data entry, program registration for clients, and facility supervision. Requires the ability to deal effectively with the public and handle a wide variety of duties. Schedule is primarily weekends and evenings. Hours are flexible and range from 10 to 15 hours per week. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

CULTURAL ARTS TEACHING ASSISTANT (TEMPORARY) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-147 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, JORDAN HALL ARTS CENTER - Normal starting hourly rate: $7.25 - $8.25, depending upon experience. We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, nurturing, people-person who enjoys children as teacher assistant and activities supervisor for summer art camps.  Duties include assisting arts instructors in weeklong children’s art programs for preschool and school aged children. Includes helping with projects, preparing materials, administering clean-up and snacks, and other duties. Requires one year of experience working with children in a school or daycare setting or some college coursework in early childhood or education.  Must have the ability to take direction. Preference will be given to individuals who are enrolled in or have graduated from an elementary education or early childhood development teaching degree program. Work will be scheduled between June 9 and August 22, 2008. Multiple positions and schedules available. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

JUNIOR COUNSELOR - SUMMER DAY CAMP STAFF - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, RECREATION PROGRAMS DIVISION - Salary: volunteer. Individuals in rising 10th-12th grades are needed to assist the administrative staff and the counselors at camp with 1) preparation and clean-up of activities; 2) assisting in planning and implementing activities for participants; 3) working directly with campers; and 4) acting as a positive and mature role model for participants. Day Camp starts June 16, 2008 and runs through August 8, 2008. Schedules are assigned on a week by week basis. A specialized application packet can be obtained on our website at www.townofcary.org under Employment; by calling (919) 469-4070, or by visiting the Human Resources Department at 316 N. Academy Street, Cary NC 27513 (located on the second floor of Town Hall). To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application packet must be received through the mail or delivered in person to Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application and supplement must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

NATURE PROGRAMMER (SCHOOL-AGED) (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-157 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, STEVENS NATURE CENTER AT HEMLOCK BLUFFS NATURE PRESERVE - Normal starting hourly rate: $9.41 - $10.35, depending upon level of qualified experience (including hour-for-hour preparation time).  The Stevens Nature Center is currently seeking a creative, energetic, and organized nature program instructor for the scheduled weekday summer camps for school-aged children occurring from June through August.  In the fall, responsibilities change to providing weekday mini-camps for year-round, track-out, and home school students. Responsibilities include the development and implementation of science-based lesson plans.  Applicants must have previous experience with camps, science education, and/or organized childcare. This position will require strong nature programming and lesson planning skills including site- and topic-specific research, planning of hands-on learning experiences, creation of relevant projects and activities, as well as the selection of appropriate teaching tools and resources to support daily topics and themes. Applicants should also have outdoor teaching skills and knowledge of basic ecology, natural history, and science principles. Knowledge of native flora and fauna is preferred. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.  Call Lisa Richardson, Program Specialist, at (919) 387-5980 for additional information.

PARK ATTENDANT I (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-098 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, BOND PARK - Normal starting hourly rate: $6.75 - $8.50, depending upon qualifications. We need individuals at least 18 years of age for routine park operations, rule enforcement, public relations, and boathouse operation. Hours are flexible and include weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Applicants should have a valid driver’s license with good driving record and excellent interpersonal skills.  To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

PARK ATTENDANT I (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #07-183 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, STEVENS NATURE CENTER AT HEMLOCK BLUFFS NATURE PRESERVE - Normal starting hourly rate: $7.50 - $8.50, depending upon qualifications. The Stevens Nature Center is seeking qualified applicants with an interest in the environment to carry out nature education and natural resource management work at Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve. Daily responsibilities include facility supervision, program registration and delivery, citizen contact, visitor information, and routine maintenance. Work hours include weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays. The candidate we are seeking must be available to work 12 hours most weekends and 20 to 25 hours on varying work shifts as needed throughout the week. Prefer knowledge of environmental education methods, experience working with children, familiarity with piedmont North Carolina flora and fauna, some computer knowledge, and retail sales/cash register experience. Candidates must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license with a good driving record. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

PARK ATTENDANT II (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-062 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, STEVENS NATURE CENTER AT HEMLOCK BLUFFS NATURE PRESERVE - Normal starting hourly rate:  $7.75 - $9.50, depending upon qualifications. The Stevens Nature Center is seeking qualified applicants with an interest in the environment to carry out nature education and natural resource management work at Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve. Daily responsibilities include facility supervision (supervising the opening and closing procedures), program registration and delivery, citizen contact, visitor information, volunteer supervision, and routine maintenance. Work hours include weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays. The candidate we are seeking must be available to work 12-14 hour shifts on weekends and 20 to 25 hours on varying work shifts as needed throughout the week. Prefer knowledge of environmental education methods, experience working with children, familiarity with piedmont North Carolina flora and fauna, some computer knowledge, and retail sales/ cash register experience. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

RECREATION PROGRAM INTERN (TEMPORARY) (HRSS), VACANCY #08-123 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, STEVENS NATURE CENTER AT HEMLOCK BLUFFS NATURE PRESERVE -  Normal starting hourly rate: $8.25 - $9.50 (hiring salary depends upon level of education and extent of previous experience). This is initially a part-time position for spring 2008 including weekend, weekday, and afternoon/evening working 20 hours, at least 12 of which will be on the weekends. The position then becomes a full-time position for the summer of 2008 (May through the end of August) working 40 hours at the Stevens Nature Center, Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve. The employee, once hired, is encouraged to continue employment into the fall and ongoing, on a part-time basis (if possible). Duties include children’s nature programming, nature center operations and maintenance, outdoor natural resource management and projects, visitor relations, participation in volunteer workdays, and some supervision of volunteers. All efforts will be made to provide a well-rounded internship experience through work and observation of all aspects of the nature center and nature preserve. Requires recreation programming experience and experience working with children. Must be a currently enrolled or recently graduated college student seeking a degree-related internship; have the proven ability to work with people; possess the ability to follow through on assignments; be detail-oriented; and have a driver's license with a good driving record. Regular weekday, afternoon, evening work and involves working most weekends. Part-time work to begin in March 2008. Full-time work begins May 2008. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary Application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

RECREATION PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-035 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, BOND PARK COMMUNITY CENTER - Normal starting hourly rate: depending upon qualifications. Bond Park Community Center is seeking qualified instructors to teach various courses to participants in the following topics:  fitness and wellness, dance, special interest and/or other proposed activities suitable for a variety of age groups. Courses are scheduled based on availability of instructor and facility, vary by season, and are flexible. Teaching experience preferred. Contact Julie Luecht at the Bond Park Community Center for a proposal form at (919) 462-3970 and attach to the Town of Cary application. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application and proposal form must be received in the Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

RECREATION PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-007 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CARY SENIOR CENTER - Normal starting hourly rate: depending upon qualifications. The Cary Senior Center is seeking qualified instructors to teach courses to participants ages 55+ in the following topics:  fitness and wellness (i.e. exercise, Qi Gong, Tai Chi), arts/crafts, foreign language (i.e. Spanish), music/fine arts, and/or other proposed activities suitable for senior adults. Courses are scheduled based on availability of instructor and facility, varied by season, and are flexible. Contact the Cary Senior Center Program Specialist for a proposal form at (919) 469-4081 and attach to the Town of Cary application. To ensure consideration, a Town of Cary application and proposal form must be received in the Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

RECREATION PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #06-147 - PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, SK8-CARY - Normal starting hourly rate: $12 - $15, depending upon qualifications.  Instructors needed to teach basic techniques of skateboarding; such as carving, balance, riding transitions and dropping in and advanced techniques; such as grinds, airs, and flip kicks.  Requires knowledge of basic skate board maintenance and an understanding of the safety and fundamentals of skateboarding.  Must have experience working with youth ages 4-16 years, in a group setting and excellent communication skills.  Schedule includes approximately 8-12 hours a week with most classes scheduled during school breaks and Saturdays.  To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

ROPES COURSE FACILITATOR (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-119 - PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, BOND PARK - Normal starting hourly rate: $8.50 - $12.50, depending upon qualifications. Low and high elements. Work weekdays and weekends. Strong interpersonal skills and thorough knowledge of ropes course safety systems. Prefer first aid and CPR certification. Level I, II or III depending on experience. Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

SPACE CAMP AND SPACE ACADEMY STAFF (TEMPORARY) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-084 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, MIDDLE CREEK COMMUNITY CENTER - Normal starting hourly rate: $7.25 - $9, depending upon qualifications. Individuals at least 18 years of age with an interest in science and space are needed to supervise and lead groups of elementary and middle school age children in recreation, space, and science activities in day camp setting. Must be available to work a flexible, 40 hour-per-week schedule. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Must be a high school graduate and have proven ability to interact with children. Prefer CPR, First Aid certified, and previous experience in summer camp work or teaching. Employment is June 23 - August 8, 2008. Must be available for training June 16 - 20, 2008 . To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

SUMMER DAY AND TEEN CAMP STAFF (TEMPORARY) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-094 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, RECREATION PROGRAMS DIVISION -  Normal starting hourly rate: $7.50 - $10, depending upon qualifications. Individuals at least 18 years of age are needed to supervise and lead groups of children in recreation/education activities in summer day camp setting. Must be available to work 40 hours per week, flexible schedule, Monday-Friday. Must be a high school graduate and have proven ability to interact with children. Prefer CPR, first-aid certified, and previous experience in summer camp work including arts/crafts and/or team sports. Employment starts June 10, 2008 and runs through August 8, 2008. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The positions may close without notice.

TENNIS AIDE I (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #07-166 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CARY TENNIS PARK - Normal starting hourly rate: $6.15 - $7.50, depending upon qualifications. Job duties include assisting full-time tennis center staff and/or tennis professionals with light maintenance and/or janitorial duties especially during tournaments and special events. Duties also include stringing tennis racquets as consumer demand requires. Tennis playing experience preferred. Previous racquet stringing experience is helpful, but not required. Successful candidate must be physically able to lift up to 30 pounds, have good manual dexterity to work with the string during the racquet stringing process, and have the ability to learn to string racquets as well as educate patrons about the benefits/differences in the different types of string and grips. Willingness to become certified by the United States Racquet Stringers Association (USRSA) is preferred. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

TENNIS INSTRUCTOR I (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-158 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CARY TENNIS PARK - Normal starting hourly rate: $8 - $17, depending upon qualifications. Job duties include assisting tennis professionals and/or full-time tennis staff with camp and clinic tennis instruction, program and participant evaluations, and tournaments and special events. Position requires tennis-playing experience at a minimum of high school varsity level. Candidate must be attending, or planning to attend, college. Knowledge of tennis skills, rules, and strategies is required. Good oral communication skills are essential. Successful candidate must be physically able to be out on the tennis courts, in some cases in extreme weather conditions, for extended periods of time and to feed tennis balls for extended periods of time. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

TENNIS INSTRUCTOR II (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-159 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CARY TENNIS PARK - Normal starting hourly rate: $15 - $22, depending upon qualifications. Job duties include assisting tennis professionals and/or full-time tennis staff with camp and clinic tennis instruction, program and participant evaluations, and tournaments and special events. Position requires any combination of experience and certification equivalent to a USPTA 3 or equivalent USPTR certification, and a minimum of one year teaching experience. A four-year college degree is preferred. Tennis playing experience at a minimum of high school varsity level is required; college-level is preferred. Advanced knowledge of tennis skills, rules, and strategies is required. Good oral communication skills are essential. Successful candidate must be physically able to be out on the tennis courts, in some cases in extreme weather conditions, for extended periods of time and to feed tennis balls for extended periods of time. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position may close without notice.

TENNIS PROFESSIONAL I (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #07-069 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CARY TENNIS PARK - Normal starting hourly rate:  $18 - $24, depending upon qualifications.  Job duties include leading and/or assisting other tennis professionals and/or full-time tennis staff with camp and clinic tennis instruction, program and participant evaluations, and tournaments and special events. Opportunity to teach private lessons may be available. Position requires any combination of experience and certification equivalent to USPTA 2 or equivalent USPTR, and three years teaching experience. Tennis playing experience at a minimum of high school varsity level is required.  Four years of college-level tennis playing experience is preferred. Must have a USTA rating of 4.0 or higher. Advanced knowledge of tennis skills, rules, and strategies is required. Good oral and written communication skills are essential.  Successful candidate must be physically able to be out on the tennis courts, in some cases in extreme weather conditions, for extended periods of time and to feed tennis balls for extended periods of time.  To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

TENNIS PROFESSIONAL II (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #07-072 - PARKS, RECREATION,  AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CARY TENNIS PARK - Normal starting hourly rate:  $22 - $30, depending upon qualifications. Job duties include leading and/or assisting with tennis instruction for tennis camps and clinics, leading and/or assisting with program and participant evaluations, as well as helping with tournaments and special events. Opportunity to teach private lessons may be available. Position requires any combination of experience and certification equivalent to a USPTA 1 or equivalent USPTR, five years of teaching experience and tennis playing experience at a minimum of high school varsity level.  Four years of college-level tennis playing experience is preferred. Must have a USTA rating of 4.5 or higher. Advanced knowledge of tennis skills, rules, and strategies is required. Good oral and written communication skills are essential.  Successful candidate must be physically able to be out on the tennis courts, in some cases in extreme weather conditions, for extended periods of time and to feed tennis balls for extended periods of time.  To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

TRACK OUT CAMP STAFF (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #07-221 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, RECREATION PROGRAMS DIVISION - Normal starting hourly rate: $7.25 - $9.50, depending upon qualifications. Counselor positions available. Individuals at least 18 years of age are needed to supervise and lead groups of children in recreation/education activities in track out camp setting at Bond Park Community Center. An excellent opportunity for individuals with prior teaching experience and/or current year-round teachers! Applicants must be available to work 25 - 40 hours per week between the hours of 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Sessions during the winter/spring are as follows: February 4 - 8, February 18 - 22, March 24 - 28, March 31 - April 4, April 7 - 11, April 14 - 18, April 25 - May 2, and May 12 - May 16. Applicants must be a high school graduate and have proven ability to interact with children. Prefer CPR/First Aid certification and previous experience in summer camp or track out camp setting including arts and crafts and/or team sports. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources. APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

VOLLEYBALL OFFICIALS (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) (HRSS) - VACANCY #08-125 - PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT - The Town of Cary is seeking volleyball referees for its adult volleyball leagues. Must be 18 years old.  Season runs March through May with weeknight play Monday through Thursday. For more details, call Kirk Matthews at (919) 469-4363. To ensure consideration, a completed Town of Cary application must be received in Human Resources.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  The position may close without notice.

     RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION STATUS UPDATE EFFECTIVE 

WEEK OF MAY 5, 2008

It is the Town’s procedure to receive applications in the Human Resources Department until 5 PM on the closing date posted. If no closing date is posted, applications will be accepted until the hiring manager determines that the position should no longer be advertised. After this date, our Human Resources consultants review the qualifications of all applicants. The most competitive applications are referred to the hiring department. The hiring department then reviews the applications and determines whom they wish to call for interviews.  Due to the volume of applications received, each applicant is not notified individually regarding the status of the recruitment for the position.  Please use the information below to access the status of all recruited positions.