Current Job Openings

Responsible for supervision and management of the commercial and residential building plan review procedures and the issuance of all building permits. Responsibilities include the timely management of the plan review process and clearly and succinctly conveying to applicants all specifications for construction and occupancy for all buildings in the City.

Examines plans or structures for all new construction, alterations and repair of commercial and residential buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable Ohio Building Code regulations and any applicable Kent Codified Ordinances regulations.  

Supervises all Division of Building Services personnel and advises and instructs all inspectors regarding building, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and plumbing inspections and procedures. Performs building inspections for all building systems and structures for which the Building Services Supervisor has State of Ohio certifications. Provides in-person attendance and witnesses all tests of building components and personally inspects building projects for building code compliance.

Provides information to the general public, architects, engineers, and contractors with respect to building code regulations and interpretations of such codes, general construction problems, and other building code related issues. Provides recommendations for building code compliance.

The Building Services Supervisor must possess current State of Ohio Certification as Building Official, Building Inspector, and Residential Building Official from the Ohio Board of Building Standards. In the alternative, State of Ohio interim certifications as a Building Official, Building Inspector, and Residential Building Official are acceptable substitutions for the corresponding permanent certifications on the condition that permanent certifications are obtained before the interim certifications expire.

Additional certification in Plans Examiner and/or Residential Plumbing Inspector is desired. The Building Services Supervisor must be in possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license; must have a good driving record at the time of hire and be able to maintain such good record as outlined in the City of Kent’s Motor Vehicle Safety and Usage Policy.

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Assists department personnel in all facets of public infrastructure projects including but not limited to preparation of contract drawings and specifications, performing field investigations, assembling and copying documents, drafting as-builts and archiving project records.

Maintains engineering records and retrieves records in completing public, OUPS and staff records requests; prepares maps and exhibits; makes prints and copies; performs office functions such as receiving phone calls, general filing, map storage, and any other function related to the normal routine of the Service Department office.

Application Deadline is June 6, 2025 at 4:00pm.

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SALARY RANGE:  $27.22 - $33.04/hr PLUS Biweekly license bonus:

Class I $84.24 • Class II $151.63 •  Class III $225.76 • Class IV $252.72

Operator position shall require an Ohio EPA Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator in Training certificate or Class I license, at a minimum.  Applicant must provide proof of such with the filing of the Civil Service Application.

SUMMARY:  

Under general supervision, performs bargaining unit work in wastewater treatment and the processing operation in compliance with local, state, and federal EPA regulations. Monitors and coordinates the flow, treatment, and processing of wastewater through plant equipment. Cleans and services equipment and performs maintenance and repair work as needed. Performs additional job-related tasks as assigned.

Application deadline is May 15, 2025 at 4pm.  Please include any additional documentation (licensure, resume, DD214, etc.) when submitting your application. Applications must be received prior to the deadline in order to take the Civil Service test.

CIVIL SERVICE TEST IS REQUIRED. Click here for information about the test.  

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SALARY RANGE:  $27.22 - $33.04/hr PLUS Biweekly license bonus:

Class I $84.24 • Class II $151.63 •  Class III $225.76 • Class IV $252.72

Operator position shall require an Ohio EPA Water Treatment Plant Operator in Training Certificate or Class I Ohio EPA license, at a minimum. The current possession of a Class II or Class III Ohio EPA water works certification will be considered as having fulfilled this requirement.   Applicant must provide proof of such with the filing of the Civil Service Application.

SUMMARY:  

Under general supervision, performs bargaining unit work in water treatment and the processing operation in compliance with local, state, and federal EPA regulations. Monitors and coordinates the flow, treatment, and processing of water through plant equipment. Cleans and services equipment and performs maintenance and repair work as needed. Performs additional job related tasks as assigned. 

Application deadline is May 2, 2025 at 4pm.  Please include any additional documentation (licensure, resume, DD214, etc.) when submitting your application. Applications must be received prior to the deadline in order to take the Civil Service test.

CIVIL SERVICE TEST IS REQUIRED. Click here for information about the test.  

Full job description here.

Salary Range:  $87,458 - $109,723

The Senior Engineer must possess registration as a Professional Engineer by the State of Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Public Service, through the supervision of the Deputy Service Director/Superintendent of Engineering, the Senior Engineer is responsible for managing, coordinating, and performing engineering functions including, but not limited to, the planning, design and construction of public improvement projects of both in-house and consultant design; reviewing of subdivisions and site plans; and preparation of feasibility analysis, cost estimates and reports. Performs supervisory and/or administrative duties, and other functions related to the normal operation of the Engineering Division as required. May be designated to act on behalf of the Superintendent of Engineering in his/her absence. 

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