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
Police Officer
The Nevada Public Safety Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. Interested candidates must submit a City of Nevada application, Cover Letter, and Resume by 5:00 pm on Friday, September 6, 2024. The link to this application can be found at .cityofnevadaiowa.org/employment/
Physical Agility testing will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at the Nevada Public Safety Department, 1209 6th Street.
Those who successfully pass physical agility testing will have a POST (Police Officer Selection Test) and interview set up at a later date.
Certified Police Officers are preferred, but non-certified officers are encouraged to test. Minorities, Women, and Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.
You will find the physical agility standards, POST test study guide, recruitment video, and information about the department at the following links:
Physical Agility requirements can be found on the ILEA website at https://ilea.iowa.gov/law-enforcement-officer-academy/
POST test practice test and study guides can be found at:
https://post.dixie.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/65/2018/06/Npost-studyguide.pdf
https://www.mctxsheriff.org/Divisions/Administrative%20Services/SampleWrittenTestStudyGuide.pdf
Learn more about our community and department:
Nevada Iowa PD Police Recruitment Video 2021 V2 – YouTube
https://cityofnevadaiowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2023-Police-Officer-hiring-doc-3.pdf
Questions about this posting can be emailed to Police Chief Chris Brandes: cbrandes@cityofnevadaiowa.org
Water Operator
The City of Nevada is hiring for the position of Water Operator in our Water Department.
A Water Operator performs maintenance for the water treatment plant and distribution system including collecting and monitoring samples, reading meters, installation and repair of water mains and meters. Salary is dependent on qualifications and certifications. CDL and minimum Grade 1 Treatment and Grade 1 Distribution Certificate required or obtained within one year. This job includes weekend rotation.
View position description for Water Operator I
View position description for Water Operator II
View position description for Water Operator III
To apply for this position, please fill out the online job application further down on this website page.
Wastewater Operator
The City of Nevada is hiring for a Wastewater Operator in our Wastewater Department.
A Wastewater Operator operates, inspects, and maintains the wastewater treatment plant, pump stations, and related equipment. Salary is dependent on qualifications/certifications, plus benefits. Class B CDL with air brakes and tank endorsements and Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment Certificate required or obtained within one year. Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment preferred. This position includes weekend rotation.
View position description for Wastewater Operator I
View position description for Wastewater Operator II
View position description for Wastewater Operator III
To apply for this position, please fill out the online job application further down on this website page.
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.
