Mosquito Spraying again this Wednesday!
07/08/2025
THIS WEDNESDAY (July 9, 2025) EVENING, at dusk, wind and weather conditions permitting, the City will spray/fog the entire community
City Employment
The City of Nevada relies on highly skilled and talented individuals to provide quality city services. Thank you for your interest in joining our team.
The City of Nevada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Meaning, the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability.
Current Openings
Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor
This position will perform supervisory work concerning the wastewater department. Directs, plans and participates in duties essential to proper operation of the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), pump stations, and related equipment. Responsible for supervision, coordination, evaluation and performance of subordinates. Performs other managerial duties such as assigning work, training employees and ensuring that the wastewater plant operations meet or exceed governmental standards. State of Iowa, Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation Grade IV certificate required and maintained. Salary dependent on qualifications and operator experience, plus benefits. Class “B” CDL with airbrake endorsement required or ability to obtain. Apply online (see link below on this page) or send application and resume to City Administrator, 1209 6th St., PO Box 530, Nevada, IA 50201-0530 or email jcook@cityofnevadaiowa.org
Mechanic/St Equipment Operator III
This position will perform manual labor and semi-skilled and skilled work involving the repairs and operation of construction and maintenance equipment. Salary dependent on qualifications and level of mechanical and operator experience, plus benefits. Class “B” CDL with airbrake endorsement required or ability to obtain. Heavy Equipment, Diesel, and Vehicle Mechanic experience preferred. Apply online (see link below on this page) or send application and resume to City Administrator, 1209 6th St., PO Box 530, Nevada, IA 50201-0530 or email jcook@cityofnevadaiowa.org
How to Apply
When applying for a position, you will be asked to complete a City of Nevada employment application by mail or in person. You must apply for the position by submitting all required materials by the position’s closing date.
The City will only accept applications for current job openings and no resume or applications will be kept on file.
Obtaining an Application
Applications are available any one of three ways:
- Online: The online application system or downloadable application materials can be accessed on this page.
- By Mail: To request an application by mail, call 515-382-5466, and please specify the position you wish to apply for.
- In person: You can pick up an application, M-F, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at City of Nevada, 1209 6th Street Nevada, IA 50201
Returning Completed Applications
Completed paper applications and required materials are to be returned to:
City of Nevada
Attn: Personnel
1209 6th Street
PO Box 530
Nevada, IA 50201-0530
Applications and required materials, as specified in the job announcement (i.e. application supplements, business references, transcripts, etc.), must be received by the posted deadline to be considered.
Minimum Qualifications
Your qualifications will be evaluated based on the information you provide on your application materials.
Post Offer Requirements
Job offers are made pending a driver’s license check, medical examination, alcohol/drug testing, and/or a polygraph/background investigation. If offered a job, before starting work with the City, you will be required to present identification and work authorization papers.