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Human Resources


Lakewood is an equal opportunity employer. If you are interested in applying for one of the current job openings below,  fill out an application online or download this pdf, fill it out and return it by email to hr@lakewoodoh.net  or mail it to Human Resources, City of Lakewood, 12650 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH, 44107.

The Office of Human Resources provides high quality professional services in the areas of human resources management, recruitment, labor relations, employee training and development, benefits administration, regulatory compliance, performance management, Workers Compensation risk management and licensure oversight and regulatory compliance. All efforts undertaken by the Office of Human Resources will ensure that employees and citizens are treated with respect and dignity.

Still have questions?  Email the HR department at hr@lakewoodoh.net or  call 216-529-6611.

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Current Job Openings

  • Groundskeeper (Part-Time)+-

    The City of Lakewood is currently seeking a PART-TIME Groundskeeper in its Parks division. This position has variable hours and locations and is an AFSCME Bargaining Unit position, with an hourly rate of $25.40 – 26.78 + shift premium when applicable.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    Must possess the ability to work on your own with little or no supervision; must possess good communication skills; must be able to deal with the public in a professional manner; must have the ability to communicate clearly by telephone and radio; must be willing and able to learn all facets of the operations of the Division of Parks; must have the ability to lift 90 lbs. from floor to shoulder on a daily basis; must have the ability to perform strenuous labor; must be able to work from ladders; must be able to stand for long periods of time; must have adequate arm, wrist, hand and finger strength to perform frequent gripping and carrying of heavy objects; must have good cleaning skills for restrooms and Woman’s Club Pavilion; must have the ability to work in all weather conditions; must be able to plow snow; must have the ability to drive all types of trucks and other equipment; must have the ability to create and maintain landscaping and bio-swales; must have the ability to use weedeaters, blowers, push mowers, etc.; requires basic computer skills for looking up schedules, timekeeping and e-mail.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

    • High school graduate or GED equivalent.
    • Must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with less than eight (8) points.
    • Good work and attendance record.
    • Must have the ability to work independently with little to no supervision.
    • Must satisfactorily complete a drug screen and police background investigation with fingerprinting.
    • May be required to participate in testing at the discretion of the City.

    GENERAL INFORMATION:

    Employee may be required to work overtime pursuant to the provisions of Article 5 and Article 15 of the current negotiated agreement.

    Interviews will be conducted on TBD.

    QUALIFIED interested applicants should submit a resume AND an application either on-line (at www.lakewoodoh.gov) or to the City of Lakewood, Office of Human Resources, 12650 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH 44107.

    Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

    The City of Lakewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Posting date:  03/13/2024

  • Public Works Division Manager+-

    CITY OF LAKEWOOD CIVIL SERVICE POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
    DIVISION OF Water and Wastewater Collection
    PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION MANAGER

    Salary Grade 35 ($70,114.80 – $98,948.15)

    The City of Lakewood is seeking a Division Manager for the Division of Water and Wastewater Collection in our Public Works Department.  This position oversees and coordinates all public works functions for Water Distribution, Water Metering and Wastewater Collection including managing staff and performs, highly complex administrative functions, such as organizing, directing, and managing all operations of the distribution, metering and wastewater collection functions; develops and administers operating and capital budgets; approves payments; and oversees the administration of various testing, monitoring, and sampling programs. Oversees and coordinates water and wastewater collection functions; responds to customers and follows up on requests, complaints, needs; manages water metering unit; coordinates water distribution and wastewater collection maintenance and repair functions; assures compliance with federal, state, and other regulatory reporting requirements; plans system upgrades; manages all fiscal activities; inspects facility equipment.  Plans long and short-range goals, objectives, and strategies for the division; oversees projects or programs to ensure efficient organization and completion of work.

    Coordinates administrative functions, including preparing and administrating the budget, consulting with staff to determine needs; estimates expenditures; reviews completes and/or approves purchasing requisitions; prepares requests for proposals; prepares cost estimates and justifications; submits capital improvement funding requests.

    Carries out supervisory/managerial responsibility in accordance with policies, procedures, bargaining unit contracts and applicable laws including interviewing, hiring and training staff; planning, assigning and directing work; establishing deadlines; fueling performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; approving payroll; scheduling overtime; investigating grievances; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Works with their team to ensure appropriate coverage during emergency or urgent circumstances which can include evenings, weekends and holidays.

    Maintains an active, in the field status to ensure quality standards and compliance with regulations are maintained.

    Qualifications:

    Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school. Four (4) to five (5) years progressively responsible related experience; OR any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required job knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential functions of the job. OEPA Class II Water Distribution License or Water Supply Class I, and OEPA Class II Wastewater Collection License or Class I Wastewater Operator’s License (must be able to obtain in 24 months). Must have a valid driver’s license with less than eight (8) points.

    General Information:

    The selected candidate must be able to pass a civil service examination. Qualified interested candidates should submit an application, letter of interest, and resume online at https://www.lakewoodoh.gov/human-resources/

    Applications accepted until the position is filled.

    The City of Lakewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Posting date: 02/08/2024

  • Wastewater Treatment Plant Instrument Technician+-

    JOB POSTING
    CITY OF LAKEWOOD – PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, WASTEWATER TREATEMENT PLANT
    Instrument Technician

    The City of Lakewood is currently seeking an Instrument Technician in its Public Works Department, Wastewater Treatment Plant. This is a full-time, AFSCME Bargaining Unit position with an hourly rate of $29.83 – $31.83.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    Must be able to install new/updated instrumentation and interface with controllers; must be able to certify performance, perform scheduled maintenance, troubleshoot and repair instrumentation; must have a good working knowledge of 0 – 10 volt and 4 – 20 ma electrical signals used in instrumentation interfacing; must have a good working knowledge of both single phase 110 and 3 phase 480 industrial electrical voltage; must be proficient in the use of voltmeters and signal generators; must be able to maintain, troubleshoot and repair programmable logic controller hardware; must be able to install, program, troubleshoot and repair variable frequency drives; must be able to modify upload/download and troubleshoot programmable logic control programs; must be able to perform scheduled maintenance, troubleshoot and repair problems with the ultra violet disinfection system; must be willing and able to assist the lab technician and maintenance unit as required; must have the ability to work from sketches, blueprints and oral instructions; must be able to requisition parts and materials and research equipment for purchase; must be able to keep legible records both written and electronically.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    • High school graduate or GED equivalent.
    • Must have a good work record.
    • Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with less than eight (8) points.
    • May be required to participate in testing, written and/or hands on at the discretion of the City.
    • Must have the ability to work independently with little to no supervision.
    • Must satisfactorily complete a physical examination and police background investigation.
    • Must have two years of documentable experience and/or training in electricity and/or electronics.
    • Must have a good working knowledge of both single phase 110 and 3 phase 480 industrial electrical voltage;
    • Must have a good working knowledge of 0 – 10 volt and 4 – 20 ma electrical signals used in instrumentation interfacing;
    • Must obtain a Class 1 Wastewater Operator’s certification within thirty-six (36) months.

    GENERAL INFORMATION:

    Employee may be required to work overtime pursuant to the provisions of Article 5 and Article 15 of the current negotiated agreement.

    Interviews will be conducted on a date to be determined.

    QUALIFIED interested applicants should submit a resume AND application on-line at www.lakewoodoh.gov.

    Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

     The City of Lakewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  • Corrections Officer+-

    Corrections Officer
    Lakewood Police Department
     1 Full-time Union Position, 1 Part-time Union Position Available

    The City of Lakewood is currently accepting applications for the position of Corrections Officer.  These positions are primarily responsible for the supervision and control of male and female prisoners housed in the Lakewood City Jail Facility. Starting hourly rate is $19.58 – $22.06 .

    Qualified applicants will possess the knowledge, experience and ability to perform the following essential job functions:

    • Completes all departmental
    • Complete mittimus from court and enters all information in computerized booking
    • Photographs all prisoners in accordance with departmental
    • Prepares and serves all meals to
    • Maintain accurate inventory of prisoner belongings.
    • Assures medical attention is received by prisoners who are in need and any medication is dispensed as
    • Responsible for maintaining and monitoring daily hygiene routine for all
    • Orders Jail food as
    • Prepares monthly and yearly reports of jail activities, supplies, costs,
    • Responsible for the day to day operations and upkeep of the Lakewood
    • Ensures that all jail functions are performed in accordance with departmental policy and state
    • Maintains security of cell block and control over prisoner’s activities at all times, checking all prisoners every ten to thirty
    • Receives and books incoming
    • Ensures cell block is clean and
    • Provides court testimony as necessary regarding incidents which occur in the Lakewood Jail
    • Maintains complete records on each individual detained as a
    • Supervises all
    • Maintains inventory of all jail food, blankets, mattresses and other items required for operation of the
    • Responsible for assisting in the rescue and evacuation of prisoners in the event of an

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY:

    • Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain Certificate from the State of Ohio to work in a 12-day Facility;
    • Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain LEADS/NCIC Certification within 2 weeks of hire;
    • Must possess computer data entry skills;
    • Must be a High School Graduate or possess a GED;
    • Must possess a current or be able to obtain and maintain CPR certificate;
    • Must be able to maintain composure under extremely stressful circumstances; and

    GENERAL INFORMATION:

    • This position requires flexibility of The selected candidate must be available to work any shift/hours on any day, Monday – Sunday.
    • The hiring process includes a polygraph exam, a background check, drug screening and/or a physical agility
    • Apply online by clicking here or submit an application form to the City of Lakewood, Office of Human Resources, 12650 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH 44107.

    Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

    The City of Lakewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  • Entry Level Mechanic+-

    FULL TIME JOB POSTING
    CITY OF LAKEWOOD – PUBLIC WORKS FLEET
    ENTRY LEVEL MECHANIC

    The City of Lakewood is currently seeking one (1) Entry Level Mechanics in its Fleet Division. This is a full time AFSCME Bargaining Unit position with an hourly rate of $26.66 – $27.05. Normal working hours are 6:30 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. (M-F); shift hours will vary by season and need per the negotiated contract.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    Must have the ability to lift and/or pull 50 to 150 lbs. with or without mechanical or other assistance frequently throughout the work day; must have the ability to climb in and out of vehicles or equipment, and work from ladders and platforms; must be able to perform physical demands (i.e., bending, reaching, climbing, squatting, standing and extensive use of hands, arms, fingers, and legs); must be able to work in all weather conditions; must be able to work around chemicals, dust, heat, fumes and pungent odors, using prescribed safety equipment and procedures.  Must have a mechanical aptitude and gain a working knowledge to perform all maintenance aspects of vehicles, equipment, machinery and specialty items of motor vehicle fleet to the Department’s established standards; must be able to properly evaluate damage and/or failures to determine necessary repair or replacement of parts on automotive, trucks and various equipment of all Departments of the City of Lakewood, including but not limited to salt trucks, dump trucks, plows, front-end loaders, back-hoes, sweepers, Vac-All and refuse vehicles; must be able to use all other mechanical equipment; must possess a working knowledge of hydraulics and small engines, air brakes, pneumatics, 12-volt and 24-volt electrical systems for diesel and gas powered engines; must be able to read and understand electrical schematics and diagnostics trees; must be competent in the use of testing equipment, OTC diagnostics and software; must gain working knowledge of all automatic transmissions and repair of manual transmissions; must display expertise, capacity and extensive field experience to make repairs on all types of City vehicles and equipment on and off site; may be required to do repairs on the road; Must be able to order necessary parts and/or supplies to complete repairs; must have the aptitude to diagnose and correct problems; must gain preventative maintenance experience and ability to maintain a regular PM service maintenance for all equipment; must be able to work as a team employee among the work group; must have the ability to maintain records, open work orders and use lap top and desk station computers; Must be able to use software programs to perform diagnostics and repairs; must have the knowledge of safe work practice and gain the knowledge of best service repair practices in Fleet industry; must be able to prioritize and complete vehicle repairs in a controlled cost environment and work within established standards; must be able to follow repairs from any working shift or mechanic when needed;  must have the ability to communicate clearly via telephone, radio and email.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Able to work independently.
    • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
    • A valid Ohio Driver’s License with less than eight (8) points.
    • Class A Commercial Driver License preferred or must be able to obtain at the next CDL training offered by the City.
    • Must possess tanker and passenger endorsements or must be able to obtain at the next CDL training offered by the City.
    • Must obtain a certification for Heating and Air Conditioning recirculation, recycling and recovery as required by Section 609 of the amended Clean Air Act and filed with the EPA within two (2) years.
    • Must obtain a minimum of four (4) ASE certifications within two (2) years of hire* (Master level preferred) and maintain same throughout employment.
    • Diesel experience preferred.
    • Must have mechanic aptitude and previous experience maintaining and repairing motor vehicles and equipment.
    • Must be able to problem solve and proficient in computer use.
    • Must satisfactorily complete a physical examination, drug screen and police background investigation.
    • Will be able to successfully interview for the position, which may include technical and/or hands on demonstration questions.

    GENERAL INFORMATION:

    Employee may be required to work overtime pursuant to the provisions of Article 5 and Article 15 of the current negotiated agreement. Applicants may be reassigned as required. Overtime call-ins for breakdowns or road service may be assigned to another mechanic when needed. This will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

    ONLY QUALIFIED interested applicants should submit a resume AND an application either on-line (available at https://www.lakewoodoh.gov/) or to the City of Lakewood, Office of Human Resources, 12650 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH 44107.

    Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

    The City of Lakewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Posting date: February 6, 2023

  • Lateral Entry-Level Police Officer Positions Available+-

    The City of Lakewood is accepting applications for an entry-level Police Officer position. This appointment is being made through a lateral entry process open to candidates who are currently Police Officers or who have been employed as Police Officers in the State of Ohio within the past year.

    Qualified candidates must provide proof of current or past appointment through a competitive Civil Service examination process.

    To apply, candidates must:

      • Complete an application for employment,
      • Show proof of High School Diploma or GED,
      • Have a valid Ohio Driver’s license with a good driving record (six or more violation points may be disqualifying),
      • Provide proof of OPOTC Certification

    To be considered, applicants must:

      • Have current or previous peace officer employment as a result of a civil service examination process,
      • Have no more than a one year break in service from previous employment as a peace officer,
      • Possess adequate physical ability to perform all duties and utilize all issued equipment,
      • Be United States Citizens or must have legally declared their intention of becoming a United States Citizen,
      • Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at time of appointment, and
      • Have the requisite health and requisite mental and physical fitness, ability, and capacity necessary to perform all the established and anticipated tasks and duties.
        • Extensive medical and mental testing including drug testing, as well as an extensive Police background check with polygraph will be conducted.  Candidates must also complete a physical agility examination to be conducted at the Cuyahoga Community College Police Academy or similar examination site after a conditional offer is extended.

    Starting salary: $65,682.83 – $76,050.01, based on prior experience, plus benefits, including:

    • Competitive health insurance plan
    • 144 annual holiday hours that be used as time off or pay in addition to vacation
    • Annual $2,400 firearms proficiency/body worn camera bonus
    • Annual $2,000 uniform allowance
    • Quarterly and annual perfect attendance bonuses

    Qualified candidates must apply on-line at the City of Lakewood website by clicking here or applications may be printed and submitted via e-mail to:

    HR@lakewoodoh.net

    Or via USPS mail to:
    City of Lakewood
    Department of Human Resources
    12650 Detroit Avenue
    Lakewood, OH 44107
    Attn: Police

    The City of Lakewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  • School Crossing Guard+-

    The City of Lakewood is seeking applicants for the part-time (approximately 2 hours per day) position of School Crossing Guard. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED and be able to satisfactorily complete a physical examination, including drug screening, and police background check. Salary $17.22 per hour.

    Interested applicants should apply online by clicking here or download and complete a job application and either email to hr@lakewoodoh.net or mail to the City of Lakewood, Office of Human Resources, 12650 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH 44107.

    The City of Lakewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  • No Surprise Act Information+-

    https://www.medmutual.com/For-Employers/Employer-Resources/No-Surprises-Act-Legislation.aspx

     This link leads to the machine readable files that are made available in response to the federal Transparency in Coverage Rule and includes negotiated service rates and out-of-network allowed amounts between health plans and healthcare providers. The machine-readable files are formatted to allow researchers, regulators, and application developers to more easily access and analyze data.