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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
The City of Campbellsville is requesting proposals from any and all non-profit entities or governmental entities relating to the use of Opioid Settlement Funds which have been awarded to the City of Campbellsville. The applicant must use the funds consistent with certain statutory criteria which is the subject of a Memorandum of Understanding which can be obtained from the City Clerk. The proposal should include the applicant’s plan for utilizing the funds, the history of the applicant in the area of the proposal, how the applicant will comply with the statutory criteria, how the applicant will comply with applicable statutes and an explanation as to the sustainability of the program. Applications shall be submitted on or before August 15, 2025 and shall be submitted to the City Clerk, 110 South Columbia Avenue, Suite B, Campbellsville, Kentucky 42718.
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Water outage in the Highway 70 / Highway 76 area.
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Highway 70 Water Outage
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Job Opportunities:
The City of Campbellsville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of: Fire Hydrant Technician.
Class Title: Fire Hydrant Technician
Department: Public Works
Supervisor: Distribution Supervisor
Job Summary:
Perform manual technical work involving program responsibility to ensure the availability of adequate water supplies to meet fire suppression operations through maintenance, periodic testing and repair of fire hydrants; record keeping on computer software; and perform related work as required. Must be able to demonstrate that he or she can work methodically and conscientiously without supervision.
Primary duties include inspects, cleans, repairs, and maintains fire hydrants located on the city’s water distribution system to ensure proper operation and function.
Inspects, identifies and evaluates fire hydrants for repair or replacement.
Installs. Maintains an inventory of various replacement parts for hydrant repair.
Responsible for maintaining necessary equipment needed for hydrant repair.
Services and paints fire hydrants when major repairs are not needed.
Responsible for maintaining and updating files, computer records and maps regarding all fire hydrants located on the city’s water distribution system.
Plans, organizes and coordinates with the fire department and utility department, the bi-annual water flow test on all the city’s fire hydrants to determine available water supply and ensure adequate fire protection. In addition conducts water flow tests with contractors for proposed construction. May be needed to assist the Utilities Department with replacement and installation of fire hydrants and water mains. Does the annual spring and Fall Flushing of the distribution system.
Applicants must have a valid Kentucky Driver’s License and a High School Diploma/GED are required. Please contact City Hall at 270-465-7011. Applications may be picked up at 110 S. Columbia Ave during normal business hours—Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30pm (est). Applications can also be submitted online via the “online application” link below or applications can also be printed out from the “printable application” link below, filled out, and returned to City Hall during normal business hours. The City of Campbellsville is an equal opportunity employer.
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Job Description
To submit an online application, Click Here:
Online Application
To print an application to manually fill out, Click Here:
Printable Application
Announcements:
Campbellsville-Taylor County E 9-1-1 Communications
125 W. First St. Campbellsville, KY 42718
270 465-8000 270 789-8711 (fax)
Interested in a Career?
Apply today and join our team.
The E9-1-1 Communications Center is located at 125 W. First St in Campbellsville, KY. We are a full service agency equipped with multi-line phone system, CAD, Enhanced 9-1-1, Rapid SOS, LINK/NCIC and a Code Red civil alert system used to send alerts during imminent severe weather. We dispatch for Campbellsville Police, Taylor County Sheriff, Campbellsville Fire/Rescue, Campbellsville-Taylor County EMS, Campbellsville University Campus Safety, Taylor County Animal Shelter and Taylor County Coroner’s Office. In addition, we work closely with Emergency Management, Kentucky State Police, Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife, Kentucky State Police Rangers, US Corp of Engineers, and Air Medical Agencies, just to name a few.
The 9-1-1 Center can be stressful but it is a very rewarding career in which you can be a part of saving someone’s life and making a difference just by being here for the people/communities we serve.
How to Apply
Submit completed job application.
Applications can be submitted on line by visiting: Here
or picked up in person at City Hall located at 110 S. Columbia Ave, Campbellsville, KY.
What does it take to become a 9-1-1 Dispatcher?
- Be at least 18 years old and a U.S. Citizen
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Driver’s License (Must not have accumulation of 9 or more points for traffic violations)
- Must Not have been convicted of a felony or have any criminal action pending against you.
- Must pass a pre-employment medical examination
- Must Not be a current user of illegal drugs
- Must not have bought, sold or possessed marijuana within three years prior to the time of the application; or bought, sold or possessed any controlled substance or narcotic.
- Must pass a pre-employment written and oral psychological evaluation
- Must pass a pre-employment polygraph examination
- Experience preferred but not required
Training Requirements
- Kentucky Public Safety Dispatch Academy (Paid training that includes 164 hours then 8 hours annually.
- CJIS training
- In house Training Program
Traits of a Telecommunicator
- Good communication skills
- Ability to multitask
- Dedication to team work
- High morals, character and integrity
- Good judgement
- Emotional self-control Active listener
- Problem-solving skills
- Critical thinker
- Patient and calm under pressure
- Dedicated
Telecommunicator Benefits
Salary – Uncertified Candidates
- Starting pay $15.00/hr
- $15.50/hr upon successful completion from DOCJT
- $16.00/hr – salary increases after the completion of a one-year probationary period. The probation period begins after obtaining certification.
Salary – Lateral Certified Telecommunicators
- 1-3 years of DOCJT/KSP Certified Experience ($17.00/ hr.)
- 4-6 years of DOCJT/KSP Certified Experience ($18.00/ hr.)
- 7+ years of DOCJT/KSP Certified Experience (19.00/ hr.)
Other Benefits
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Vacation Time
- 12 (twelve) paid holidays
- Uniforms provided by the agency
- Health Insurance – $6.50/paycheck for single coverage, includes $1,500. HRA Plan$30.00/paycheck for employee + Children, includes $3,000 HRA Plan
- Life Insurance
- Kentucky Public Pension Authority – CERS (formally Kentucky Retirement System)
- Optional – Kentucky Deferred Comp Participation
- Optional – Vision / Dental / Short Term Disability Insurance
- Optional – Flexible Spending Account
To submit an online application, click: Online Application
To print an application to manually fill out, click: Printable Application
