Question 1

Certified Part-Time Yoga Instructor

Accepted Answer

Part Time
Job Summary
The Yoga Instructors lead classes and provide instruction on the various philosophies and practices of yoga. They develop lesson plans, demonstrate techniques, and offer guidance to ensure that members are performing movements correctly and avoiding injury.

Their duties and responsibilities include:
 • Design and plan yoga sessions tailored to the needs and abilities of the members
 • Instruct members on the different yoga postures and techniques
 • Monitor members during sessions and adjust their positions as needed
 • Provide guidance and support to members, ensuring their safety and comfort during the practice
 • Explain and demonstrate breathing exercises and meditation practices
 • Promote the benefits of regular yoga practice, such as increased flexibility, better stress management, and improved overall health
 • Maintain a clean, safe, and serene studio environment
 • Stay updated with new yoga techniques, styles, and teaching methods
 
SAFETY & RISK MANAGEMENT:
 • Adheres to all safety policies, rules and standard operating procedures established by Parks and Recreation.
 • Inspects, corrects and maintains the workstation/environment to ensure it is free from hazards or unsafe conditions.
 • Reports all injuries and accidents, no matter how minor, immediately to the appropriate supervisor.
 • Immediately reports all observed unsafe acts and conditions to the supervisor.
 • Always report to working in an acceptable condition, not under the influence of any substance that could inhibit the ability to work safety or efficiently.
  
MEMBER ENGAGEMENT:
 • Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with members, participants and staff.
 • Create a supportive community environment.
 • Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
 • Responds and/or resolves member inquiries and/or concerns in a timely manner.
 • Understands and executes their role in fulfilling our promise as a cause-driven organization.
  
Qualifications and Skills
 • Must be 18 years of age.
 • Current certification in Yoga from an accredited organization, i.e. NASM, ACE, AFAA etc.
 • Thorough knowledge of Yoga and the techniques, styles and teaching methods.
 • Physical ability to lead and interact in fitness activities and perform related physical fitness skills.
 • Possess excellent customer service and communication skills.
 • Possess or be willing to learn sales skills.
 • Ability to self-promote and network.
 • 1-2 years related experience preferred.
 • Certification requirements include, within 30 days of hire, CPR/AED and First Aid; Child Abuse Prevention.
 
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, and listen. Physical ability to lead and interact in fitness activities and perform related physical fitness skills.
 
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with little notice.
 
Work Schedule
Vinyasa Yoga- Thursday mornings 9a-10a Focuses on the flow between poses and breath-synchronized transitions to achieve inner balance. 
Relax Flow- Saturday mornings 10a-11a Focuses on calming your center through flow and stretches. 
May be required to be a substitute available for other yoga classes.

To Apply
To complete an application, please visit the City of Bluefield Municipal Complex at 200 Rogers Street, Bluefield WV 24701.
 
OR
Resumes may be emailed to: aheltzel@bluewv.org.(mailto:aheltzel@bluewv.org) Please include the position applying for in the subject line.

OR
You may also mail your resume to:
Anthony Heltzel
Director of Human Resources
City of Bluefield
200 Rogers Street
Bluefield, WV 24701

THE CITY OF BLUEFIELD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Question 2

Lifeguard (part-time)

Accepted Answer

Lifeguard (part-time)

Job Summary
The Lifeguard maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency. Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
Responsibilities and Duties
 • Maintain watch over the pool area ensuring a secure and safe environment
 • Employ accident prevention by enforcing pool rules and regulations
 • Respond to all injuries, incidents, and emergencies as directed by club policy
 • Teach private & group swim lesson to kids and adults of all abilities
 • Assist in the development, implementation and marketing of innovative swim programs
 • Assist in coaching a competitive swim team
 • Assist in the maintenance and cleanliness of the aquatics center
Qualifications and Skills
Required Qualifications
 • Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
 • Current accredited Life Guarding Certification or the ability to obtain the certification at the time of hire 
Preferred Qualifications
 • Prior experience life guarding or teaching swim lessons
 • Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications or the ability to obtain the certification at the time of hire
To Apply
To complete an application, please visit the City of Bluefield Municipal Complex at 200 Rogers Street, Bluefield, WV  24701. 
OR
Resumes may be emailed to: aheltzel@bluewv.org.(mailto:aheltzel@bluewv.org) Please include position applying for in the subject line. 
OR
You may also mail your resume to:
Anthony Heltzel
 Director of Human Resources
 City of Bluefield
 200 Rogers Street
 Bluefield, WV 24701 
The City of Bluefield is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Question 3

Public Works General Laborer 1

Accepted Answer

Job Status
Open - open and accepting applications

JOB DESCRIPTION
The public works laborer performs tasks involving physical labor jobs around the city. This position must have the ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools to perform duties including shoveling, sweeping, raking, mechanical assistance, lifting, pushing, and pulling of various objects. This position must have the ability to perform strenuous work in varying weather conditions and other duties as assigned per supervisor. A CDL license will be an asset to the job.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
 • Performs a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor.
 • Usage of various handheld tools, shovels, weedeaters, and mowing equipment.
 • Physical ability to perform garbage pick-up, mow, trim, leaf removal, snow removal, and other general labor duties as assigned by the supervisor.
 • Physical ability to operate equipment under extreme temperatures and for extended hours of time.
 • Help to maintain a clean job site: picks up all tools and equipment and secures job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
 • Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
 • Maintain regular attendance
 • Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary basis as needed.
Requirements
 • Must be at least 18 years of age.
 • Must have a valid driver's license.
 • Must pass drug screen and criminal background check.
 • Must partner with other city employees as instructed by department manager to ensure daily schedules are met.
 • Attendance required according to attendance policy to ensure crew ability to operate at a normal efficiency level.
 • Initiative to perform/assist with other positions for job completions.
 • Attitude/cooperation: always maintain courteous and professional manner with co-workers and the general public.
 • Ability to occasionally work various times during day, night, or weekend hours at various locations.
 • Ability to follow instructions of supervisor/facility manager in order to adhere to company policies and safety guidelines.
Competencies
 • Communication Proficiency.
 • Customer Service Focus to City Residents.
 • Result Driven.
 • Teamwork Orientation.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to extreme weather, noise, and moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively jumps, sprints or throws objects. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination. The position requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 40 hours per week. This position could require longer hours and weekend work.
Travel
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required.  A CDL license will be given special consideration.
Other Requirements
 • Proof of citizenship and/or eligibility to legally work in the United States.
 • Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background.
 • Maintain a professional appearance and attire.
 • Maintain regular attendance.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 
Benefits
Benefits package includes: health insurance, life insurance, retirement, vacation and sick pay, as well as supplemental options, including dental, vision and disability insurance.  Visit our Employee Benefits (https://www.bluefieldwv.gov/hr/page/employee-benefits)page.
To Apply
To complete an application, please visit the City of Bluefield Municipal Complex at 200 Rogers Street, Bluefield, WV  24701. 
OR
Resumes may be emailed to: aheltzel@bluewv.org.(mailto:aheltzel@bluewv.org) Please include position applying for in the subject line. 
OR
You may also mail your resume to:
Anthony Heltzel
Director of Human Resources
City of Bluefield
200 Rogers Street
Bluefield, WV 24701 
The City of Bluefield is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Question 4

Police Officer

Accepted Answer

Job Status
Open - open and accepting applications
Job Closing Date
Thu, 10/29/2026 - 10:00 AM

JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary/Objective
The police officer primarily protects people and property.  Primary duties include controlling traffic, patrolling neighborhoods, responding to emergency calls, writing citations, delivering warrants, arresting violators and submitting incident reports in a timely manner.
 
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 • Protects citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws, apprehending suspects, and monitoring traffic.
 • Prevents crime by explaining and enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; teaching preventive, protective, and defensive tactics; mediating disputes; patrolling assigned area; responding to notices of disturbances; conducting searches; observing suspicious activities; and detaining suspects.
 • Apprehends suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help, observing violations, and making arrests.
 • Conducts criminal investigations by gathering evidence, interviewing victims and witnesses, and interrogating suspects.
 • Documents observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
 • Reports observations and actions by testifying in court.
 • Fulfills court orders by serving warrants and commitments.
 • Maintains safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic, enforcing laws and ordinances, investigating accidents, providing escort, and reporting unsafe streets and facilities.
 • Minimizes personal injury by rescuing and reviving victims and radioing for medical assistance.
 • Maintains operations by following department policies and procedures and recommending changes.
 • Ensures operation of equipment by practicing responsible use, completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, notifying supervisor of needed repairs, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
 • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by studying applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; practicing skills; and participating in professional societies.
 • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Competencies
 • Ethical Conduct.
 • Stress Management/Composure.
 • Problem Solving/Analysis.
 • Communication Proficiency.
 • Strategic Thinking.
 • Teamwork Orientation.
 • Diversity and Inclusion.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the officer regularly works in outside weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during day and night shifts. Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations.  Officer may be exposed to hazards such as being attacked, wounded or even killed by criminals.
Police work can be physically demanding, stressful, and dangerous. Officers must be alert and ready to react throughout their entire shift. Officers regularly work at crime and accident scenes and encounter situations of violence.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; hear; stand; walk; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell.
The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 130 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This position regularly requires long hours and weekend work. The City of Bluefield Police Department’s current schedule is 12 hour shifts with 36 hours worked Week 1 and 44 hours worked Week 2.  This schedule benefits the officer with a three-day weekend every other week. (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Travel
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area travel and overnight may be expected.
Required Education and Experience
 • High school graduation or GED equivalent.
 • Current Driver’s License
 • Probationary officers will be required to attend, complete, and pass 16 weeks of training at the West Virginia State Police Academy.
Additional Qualifications and Expectations
 • Decision-making
 • Legal compliance
 • Handles pressure
 • Deals with uncertainty
 • Lifting
 • Physical fitness
 • Judgment
 • Objectivity
 • Dependability
 • Emotional control
 • Integrity
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
For more information visit our Public Safety Career (https://www.bluefieldwv.gov/hr/page/public-safety-careers)page.
 
Benefits
Benefits package includes: health insurance, life insurance, retirement, vacation and sick pay, as well as supplemental options, including dental, vision and disability insurance.  Visit our Employee Benefits (https://www.bluefieldwv.gov/hr/page/employee-benefits)page.
To Apply
To complete an application, please visit the City of Bluefield Municipal Complex at 200 Rogers Street, Bluefield WV  24701. 
You may also request an application by email at aheltzel@bluewv.org (mailto:aheltzel@bluewv.org)or kwoody@bluewv.org (mailto:kwoody@bluewv.org). 
THE CITY OF BLUEFIELD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Question 5

Firefighter

Accepted Answer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective
The firefighter protects life and property by performing firefighting, emergency aid, hazardous materials and fire prevention duties. The position maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 • Performs firefighting activities, including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks.
 • Performs emergency aid activities, including administering first aid and providing other assistance as required.
 • Participates in fire drills and attends classes in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials and related subjects.
 • Receives and relays fire calls and alarms. Operates radio and other communication equipment.
 • Participates in the inspection of buildings, hydrants and other structures in fire prevention programs.
 • Maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities. Performs minor repairs to departmental equipment.
 • Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment; cleans and washes walls and floors; cares for grounds around station; makes minor repairs; washes, hangs and dries hose; washes, cleans, polishes, maintains and tests apparatus and equipment.
 • Assists in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials and emergency aid activities.
 • Presents programs to the community on safety, medical and fire prevention topics.
 • Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water and removing debris.
 • Performs duties as a certified EMT-B, according to criteria and standards set forth by the department.
 • May participate as an off-duty call-back firefighter when not scheduled to work a normal duty shift.
 • Assists in department administrative activities as assigned.
 • Assists in supervising other firefighters as required.
 • Assists in training new employees as assigned.

Competencies
 • Ethical Conduct.
 • Stress Management/Composure.
 • Problem Solving/Analysis.
 • Communication Proficiency.
 • Strategic Thinking.
 • Teamwork Orientation.
 • Diversity and Inclusion.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during day and night shifts. Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. Individual is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents and oils.
The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. It is reasonably anticipated that the individual will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens and other infectious materials in the course of duties.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, except during certain firefighting or EMT activities when noise levels may be loud.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; hear; stand; walk; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste and smell.
The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 130 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work. The City of Bluefield Fire Department’s current schedule is a rotating schedule consisting of 10 - 24 hour shifts per month.

Travel
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area travel and overnight may be expected.

Required Education and Experience
High school graduation or GED equivalent.
Current Driver's License

Additional Qualifications and Expectations
 • Must successfully pass a medical exam to accept any job offer.
 • Must successfully complete EMT-B course and maintain an EMT-B certification in the state of West Virginia.
 • Must successfully complete and maintain the follow certification in West Virginia:
    • Firefighter I and II Certification
    • Hazmat Awareness and Operation
    • First aid and CPR
    • Emergency Vehicle Operation Course
 • Must Successfully complete the Professional Firefighters of West Virginia Apprenticeship Program.
 • Ability to learn operations of fire suppression and other emergency equipment.
 • Ability to learn to apply standard firefighting, emergency aid, hazardous materials and fire prevention techniques.
 • Ability to perform strenuous or peak physical activities during emergency, training or station maintenance activities for prolonged periods of time under conditions of extreme heights, intense heat, cold or smoke.
 • Ability to act effectively in emergency and stressful situations.
 • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
 • Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally.
 • Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the general public.
 • Ability to make independent judgments that have considerable impacts on the organization.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. For more information visit our Public Safety Career (https://www.bluefieldwv.gov/hr/page/public-safety-careers)page.

Rate of Pay
Probationary firefighters starting pay is $36,600 with a great benefits package.

Benefits
Benefits package includes: health insurance, life insurance, retirement, vacation and sick pay, as well as supplemental options, including dental, vision and disability insurance.  Visit our Employee Benefits (https://www.bluefieldwv.gov/hr/page/employee-benefits)page.

To Apply
To complete an application, please visit the City of Bluefield Municipal Complex at 200 Rogers Street, Bluefield WV  24701. You may also request an application by email at aheltzel@bluewv.org.(mailto:aheltzel@bluewv.org)

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