OPERATIONS ENGINEERING MANAGER. APPLY. Purpose of Job. The purpose of this position is to manage the Engineering aspects of the Operations Department specifically related to Capital Project Development and Traffic Engineering. Essential Functions. Provide leadership, direction, and technical guidance to the staff of Traffic, and Project Management functions of the Operations department. Supervise direct and evaluate assigned staff, process concer...
STORMWATER COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST. APPLY. Purpose of Job. The purpose of this classification is to assist the Stormwater Compliance Manager with the coordination of Knox County’s compliance with stormwater regulations. The Stormwater Compliance Specialist will oversee the Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) program, conduct stream water quality monitoring, and maintain documentation of compliance with stormwater regulations. They wi...
PBA - CUSTODIAN SWEEPER. APPLY. Summary. Performs general cleaning tasks including the proper handling and disposal of bio-hazardous materials and is proficient in all custodial maintenance tasks at parking facilities managed by the Public Building Authority (PBA) by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities. The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They r...
PART-TIME MAINTENANCE TECH. APPLY. Purpose of Job. The purpose of this classification is to participate in the duties performed by work crews involved in building and grounds maintenance. This is a safety sensitive position subject to a drug screen. Essential Functions. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the following essential functions. Work on damaged electrical wiring when a shortage or severed wire occurs. Repairing broken or leak...
DENTAL ASSISTANT. APPLY. Purpose of Job. The purpose of this classification is to assist the dentist in diagnostic and preventative procedures during examination and treatment of patients. Essential Functions. The Dental Assistant is responsible for the following essential functions. Assist the dentist in medical or dental emergencies, oral surgery, restorative and hygiene procedures. Maintains inventory of supplies, requisitions supplies when re...
PARENT EDUCATOR. APPLY. Purpose of Job. The purpose of this classification is to provide educational support and counseling activities to families with risk factors enrolled in the evidence-based Parents as Teachers home visitation program. Focus to be on healthy pregnancies, parent-child interaction and development-centered parenting and family well-being. This is a grant-funded position. Essential Functions. The Parents as Teachers, Parent Educ...
PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR. APPLY. Purpose of Job. The purpose of this classification is to review construction plans and oversee the construction of Capital Projects to include but not limited to new roadways, bridges, and asphalt resurfacing program to assure compliance with approved design plans and enforcing the Knox County ordinances. Essential Functions. The Construction Inspector is responsible for the following essential function...
Purpose of Job. The purpose of this position is to remove litter from the side of roads and assist with dump cleanup along the public rights-of-way (ROW) maintained by the Knox County Solid Waste Department or on other public lands. Essential Functions. The Litter Laborer is responsible for the following essential functions. Work alongside roadways in a safe manner to gather litter. Walk and work on uneven surfaces. Work for extended periods of t...
Purpose of Job. The purpose of this classification is to implement comprehensive tobacco use prevention and control plans developed in conjunction with the Tennessee Department of Health. Public Health Educators are responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating population-based health education programs for the community with a specific focus on engaging community stakeholders in a strategic planning process to improve health...
Purpose of Job. The purpose of this classification is to clean, distribute and place carts in and out of play daily, and inform management of any maintenance problems related to golf carts. Essential Functions. The Golf Cart Attendant is responsible for the following essential functions. Fuels and charges carts each night and as required. Cleans carts and storage area each night and provides balls for next day start up. Picks range and washes ran...
PART-TIME RECREATION ASSISTANT. APPLY. Purpose of Job. The purpose of this classification is to support Knox County Parks and Recreation’s sports and recreational activities and events for the community. This is a safety sensitive position subject to a drug screen. Essential Functions. Assist in planning, organizing, and preparing for Knox County Parks and Recreation (KCPR) events, tournaments and activities. Assist in managing and hosting activi...
