City of Tacoma

ARE YOU A WOMAN INTERESTED IN A TRADE AT THE CITY OF TACOMA?  JOIN US IN A NON-FORMAL SETTING TO:  ·      Hear from female leaders within the City of Tacoma ·      Discuss a career within a trade ·      Learn about career advancement ·      Hear first-hand accounts of what it's like to be a female journey-level employee ·      Understand our hiring process, salaries and benefits ·      Ask questions you might otherwise be hesitant to ask If you are interested in attending this event, please click the Apply button in the top right corner. Then complete the form to register and reserve your spot. This is a forum where you will have the opportunity to discuss a potential career path in the Trades! Here at the City of Tacoma we have many amazing opportunities within Power, Water, Rail, Environmental Services, & Public Works! This is your chance to find out more about the recruitment process and talk to women currently in these roles. This event will be taking place on January 16, 2025, from 4:30-7:00PM at the Tacoma Public Utilities Auditorium. You have the option to attend in person or virtually using Zoom. Upon registering you will receive an email with the details and instructions for both versions.    WHY PURSUE A CAREER IN THE TRADES: Interesting:  Trades provide the option to work with your hands in a fast-paced environment in a job that can vary daily and add a challenging element. Living Wage Opportunities: Trades positions offer living wage opportunities. Less Time in School: The path to working in the trades can be a shorter that other career paths but with salaries comparable to jobs that require a four-year degree. This can mean less time in school (or none) and less student loan debt.  Advancement Opportunity:  There is opportunities for upward mobility in the trades industry. While some jobs have less room for advancement than others, there are often many opportunities for cross training, management, and supervisory positions in the skilled trade occupations. Sign up! We'll look for you at our annual Women In Trades event on January 16! https://lnkd.in/gf9yM3Ab

We’re #hiring a Director of Environmental Services in Tacoma, Washington. Apply today or share this post with your network.

Join us for a Mix & Mingle event to discover the exciting engineering career opportunities at the City and Tacoma Public Utilities (TPU). Learn about the innovative projects we work on and explore internship and full-time positions across various engineering disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, civil, environmental, structural, chemical, computer science, and engineering technician roles. During the two-hour sessions, you’ll hear brief presentations, then have the chance to meet our engineering professionals, and engage in conversations about what it’s like to work at the City of Tacoma. Whether attending virtually via Zoom or in-person at our TPU campus, this is your opportunity to ask questions, learn about career pathways, and gain insight into the different engineering fields. Don’t miss out—register today! https://lnkd.in/g_XbM_Kd

Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of an exciting and dynamic team that is dedicated to creating legendary experiences for over 800,000 guests annually? Look no further than the Tacoma Venues & Events Department (TVE)! We are currently seeking a full-time Custodian to join our Operations Department, where safety, inclusivity, and collaboration are at the forefront of everything we do. In this role, you will be responsible for the care and cleaning of special purpose facilities and equipment, ensuring that our venues are always in top-notch condition. If you're passionate about creating unforgettable experiences and want to be part of our team, then we want to hear from you! Join TVE today and let's make possibilities a reality together. Apply now! https://lnkd.in/gp7GZmvZ

We’re #hiring a Director of Environmental Services in Tacoma, Washington. Apply today or share this post with your network.

The City of Tacoma is recruiting candidates for the executive position of Environmental Services (ES) Director. The ES Director is a key member of the City's Executive Leadership Team with a critical leadership role in ensuring the protection and restoration of natural resources, keeping Tacoma clean, safe, and livable. In this role, you’ll work collaboratively with nine program leaders and supporting approximately 518 staff, while overseeing and leading the operations of the City of Tacoma’s Solid Waste, Wastewater, and Stormwater utilities, and the Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability.   If you're excited about the challenge of enhancing the lives of Tacoma’s citizens by providing an environmentally and economically sustainable, livable, clean and attractive community - we encourage you to apply! **Applications received by December 18, 2024, will receive first consideration** Apply at: https://lnkd.in/gU3HJQgY

Join a library system engaged in community-driven services to deliver an innovative and exciting future to residents of the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Tacoma Public Library (TPL) serves over 200,000 residents in Tacoma, Washington.     TPL is seeking a Library Safety & Security Coordinator to work with Library leadership and employees to ensure a welcoming and safe environment for patrons and staff. Lead training and initiatives to support library staff and build capacity for staff to provide safe, trauma informed library service to patrons including effective techniques for working with patrons experiencing mental health, substance misuse, unstable housing or living unsheltered, or exclusion issues. Build capacity for staff to proactively avoid, or effectively respond to conflicts, inappropriate library uses and emergencies. Work is performed across the library system. Apply now! https://lnkd.in/gUMxTYCj

In partnership with Tacoma Public Schools and Korsmo Construction, the Trades & Hiring Fair will take place in the Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall both days. On November 1, TPS will bus in high school students to explore career pathways in industries like maritime, transportation, logistics, and construction. There will be approximately 100 booths from local trades-related companies, educational institutions, and apprenticeship programs, offering job opportunities for youth and adults alike. Special thanks to the Champion Sponsors of the Job Fair: TCF Architecture, PLLC Red Hawk Fire Protection Join us for the T-Town: City Services Expo & Job Fair! 📆 November 1 & 2 ⌚ 10am – 1pm (November 1); 10am – 3pm (November 2) 📌 Tacoma Dome 🔗 tacomadome.org/t-town

The City of Tacoma, Planning and Permitting Section in the Transportation Division in the Public Works Department (PW) is recruiting for a licensed Civil Engineer, PE. We are seeking an outgoing, skilled, highly motivated person who is interested in diverse and challenging engineering projects to join our dynamic team. Under the direction of the City Traffic Engineer, the incumbent will perform professional and technical engineering and planning duties in support of permitting for private and public development. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of civil engineering principles, strong technical expertise, project management experience, and proven leadership abilities. Is this an industry career for you? For more information, and to apply, go to: https://lnkd.in/gdyvatuj

Join the Senior Leadership Team at Tacoma Water and come work with me! It is an exciting time to be working in Water with lots of great projects going on. Get your application in this weekend, applications are due Monday. Check out this job at Tacoma Public Utilities: Water Maintenance & Construction Division Manager