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Polk County’s Roads and Drainage Division will host a hiring event on Friday, July 12, for Service Workers/Equipment Operators I, II and III. Each position is eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus. A CDL is required for each position. A representative from Polk County’s recruitment team will be available at the event for on-the-spot interviews and to assist candidates with the application process. The ability to communicate in English is a requirement for all Polk County positions. 📍 1061 N.E. 9th St. in Fort Meade, FL 33841 🗓️ Friday, July 12, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more about the available positions here: https://lnkd.in/eWAih2Zd #hiring #heavyequipment #CDL

Today marks the 249th birthday of the U.S. Army. At Polk County Veteran Services, #ArmyVet Frank Gattuccio dedicates himself to helping Polk County veterans maximize their hard-earned benefits. He says, “We’re building change. We’re building a community.” Find an #inspiring career like Frank’s by visiting the Polk County careers page: https://lnkd.in/eMY2NW9Q #veterans #PolkCountyFL #careers #InspiredByService

“People are the most important aspect of the county,” says Richard Noland, Professional Surveyor and Mapper for Polk County. He strives to make each individual in his division feel like an essential member of the team. Find opportunities to work with individuals like Richard in Polk County’s Roads and Drainage Division by visiting the Polk County careers page: https://lnkd.in/eMY2NW9Q #PolkCountyFL #careers #InspiredByService

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners is proud to have received the Platinum Bell Seal from Mental Health America. This designation recognizes our commitment to employee wellness. Polk County collaborated with Tampa Bay Thrives to navigate the certification process. “Everyone struggles at times and there should not be a stigma attached to getting assistance,” said Marcia Andresen, Health and Human Services Director. Here are some of the ways we support mental health for our employees: 📋 Classes and training sessions centered around personal, mental, physical and professional well-being, offered by our Organizational Talent Development division. 👩⚕️ An on-site Wellness Coach 🚒 Peer support for Polk County Fire rescue personnel 🏋️ An on-site gym free to employees 📑 EAP programs to support personal and family well-being ✅ A focus on retention, team building and flexible scheduling where available Read more about the certification here: https://lnkd.in/ee34bpaR Browse open opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/eMY2NW9Q #mentalhealth #awareness #bestplacestowork #hiring

Polk County was pleased to host a recruitment event at CareerSource Polk's Lakeland career center this morning. Our recruitment team conducted 29 on-the-spot interviews for a wide variety of positions ranging from industrial electrician to service worker to fleet technician and codes investigator. Polk County Veteran Services was also on-site to help veterans begin accessing their well-earned benefits. Thank you, CareerSource Polk! Want to work for Polk County? Join the #InspiredByService team. Check out our open jobs here: https://lnkd.in/eMY2NW9Q #hiring #PolkCountyFL #workforce #veterans #AgeFriendlyEmployer

Kathy Cobern, Pretrial Interviewer Supervisor for the Polk County Court Services Division, is proud to work hard and create a legacy of #respect for others. Want to work for Polk County as a pretrial interviewer? Check out this open opportunity: https://lnkd.in/eNhcfSBd #hiring #PolkCountyFL #InspiredByService #careers

May 5 to 11 is Public Service Recognition Week, acknowledging the hard work of county, municipal, state and federal government employees for their residents. This week, we thank all Polk County Government employees who work to make Polk County a great place to live, work and play. #government #service #PolkCountyFL #InspiredbyService

Polk County’s Facilities Division will host a hiring event on Wednesday, May 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Northeast Government Center (200 Government Center Blvd. in Lake Alfred). Available positions include: Maintenance Technician - $22.59/hr., plus $1.48/hr. Jail Incentive Maintenance Mechanic Specialist - $21.51/hr. A/C Refrigeration Mechanic - $20.49/hr. A representative from Polk County’s recruitment team will be available at the event for on-the-spot interviews and to assist candidates with the application process. The ability to communicate in English is a requirement for all Polk County positions. For more information, please contact kralston@ad-vance.com. #hiring #mechanic

Polk County Procurement is soliciting for career-minded candidates to perform to their highest potential in a flexible, health-minded, workplace environment with exceptional benefits. The Procurement environment consists of flexible work schedule alternatives, fun co-workers, challenging assignments, and a management team that embraces technology and encourages employee independence, career advancement and a healthy work/life balance. If you enjoy being detail oriented, managing multiple projects, analyzing, and enhancing processes as well as embrace technology, the Polk County Procurement Division may be the right fit for your next career move. A background in procurement, finance, project management or other related field may qualify you to be part of our team. Benefits include flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, stand up desks, yoga ball chairs, free access to the county’s gym less than a mile away, free access to the county’s health clinic for both preventative and current health needs, a wellness initiative program, an organization-wide succession planning program, 401K or pension retirement options, and free financial advisor services through Nationwide, plus many more. If you are interested in working in such an environment, please use the following link to view of current career openings https://lnkd.in/edh-dxGg #hiring #procurement #procurementjobs

Polk County Procurement is soliciting for career-minded candidates to perform to their highest potential in a flexible, health-minded, workplace environment with exceptional benefits. The Procurement environment consists of flexible work schedule alternatives, fun co-workers, challenging assignments, and a management team that embraces technology and encourages employee independence, career advancement and a healthy work/life balance. If you enjoy being detail oriented, managing multiple projects, analyzing, and enhancing processes as well as embrace technology, the Polk County Procurement Division may be the right fit for your next career move. A background in procurement, finance, project management or other related field may qualify you to be part of our team. Benefits include flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, stand up desks, yoga ball chairs, free access to the county’s gym less than a mile away, free access to the county’s health clinic for both preventative and current health needs, a wellness initiative program, an organization-wide succession planning program, 401K or pension retirement options, and free financial advisor services through Nationwide, plus many more. If you are interested in working in such an environment, please use the following link to view of current career openings https://lnkd.in/e9Ma9Avb #hiring #procurement #procurementjobs