Help Wanted: City Auditor (City of New Bedford)

CITY OF NEW BEDFORD
CITY AUDITOR $82,507 – $100,642
AUDITOR’S OFFICE

Plans, directs and coordinates accounting functions for the City, ensures compliance with statutory requirements and City policies, conducts regular audits of transaction processing and reporting; and provides support to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in the development and implementation of the annual budget.

Prepares financial statements and reports as required by statutory authority, financial reporting standards and outside auditors. Develops financial policies and makes recommendations regarding management of the City’s fund structure. Provides functional supervision of City accounting systems and ensures that entries comply with the Chart of Accounts and data integrity is properly maintained.

Ensures the timely completion and accuracy of all payroll and vendor warrants and journal entries. Certifies the availability of sufficient unencumbered balances to cover purchases and contracts. Ensures accurate and timely reports regarding budget and disseminates financial information as required by the State, outside auditing standards and City policy. Ensures the preparation and maintenance of records, documents and reports, and verifies accuracy in compliance with local, State and Federal requirements.

Directs pre-audit activities, prepares year-end reports, and conducts continuing audits of all municipal payrolls and accounts payable. Assists the City’s outside auditors by obtaining and providing requested source documents.

Knowledge equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration, or a closely related field, and at least seven years’ progressively responsible relevant experience. A CPA, while not required, is highly desirable. Mandatory CORI (Criminal Offender Record Investigation) background check per City Council Ordinance effective May 14, 2013.

For complete job description and application instructions, visit www.newbedford-ma.gov. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO




SMFSN looking to hire New Bedford City Fruit Assistant

We are seeking someone committed and enthusiastic about educating and promoting the New Bedford City Fruit initiative. The Southeastern MA Food Security Network (SMFSN) will be starting a new initiative this year, New Bedford City Fruit, in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Agriculture, New Bedford’s Dept. of Parks, Rec, and Beaches, and Dept. of Public Infrastructure. The SMFSN is looking to hire a dedicated and open minded team member to work as the New Bedford City Fruit Assistant.

The City Fruit Assistant will work directly with the City Fruit Coordinator and the New Bedford City Arborist to complete the following goals:

1) Document New Bedford’s urban fruit infrastructure
2) Conduct city-wide outreach and education
3) Implement promotion and marketing plan
4) Host year-end community harvest event.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Communications: Conducting interviews with fruit tree owners, managing the City Fruit website and social media outlets, attending related partner meetings, community events, to promote and build relationships
• Research: Traveling throughout city for site visits to orchards and community gardens, creating a database of fruit trees- private and public- using basic mapping computer programs
• Orchard Management: Training with City Arborist orchard management techniques, learning and implementing orchard maintenance
• Event support: Assisting with planning and coordinating of community harvest event

Working Conditions:

• Able to reliably work from home with access to remote office
• Flexible schedule, with occasional weekend events
• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds
• Compensated travel throughout city of New Bedford
• May be alone with residents on their properties for site visits and interviews

Minimum Requirements to Apply:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Bilingual in English and Portuguese
• Access to reliable weekly transportation/ valid driver’s license

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, & Experience:

• Knowledge in agriculture, urban farming, or related field- however willingness to learn these areas is also suitable
• Interest in writing, public health, food security, and/or environmental issues
• Ability to comfortably interview resident fruit growers
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Experience in social media, web page maintenance
• Assume responsibility, deal effectively with problems, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions.
• Ability to develop and use empathetic listening skills, communicate with clarity and maintain an attitude that conveys respect, assistance, honesty and resourcefulness.
• Ability to have fun and work in a collaborative environment.
• Must have a strong commitment to New Bedford City Fruit’s work and mission.
• Must be a self-starter with excellent ability to work independently and proactively
• Must have excellent human relations, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Must possess the ability to get along with diverse personalities and populations.
• Must be highly organized, with an eye toward efficiency and careful attention to detail.
• Excellent Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Experience with Google Earth, Facebook, Mailchimp, WordPress helpful.

Hours/Pay:

• Seasonal, part-time position, 25 hours/week from April 4th-November 30th
• Commitment to the full growing and harvest season is required
• Limited vacation days may be available with early notice
• $17/hour


To Apply:

Please send the attached completed application to Stephanie Reusch at semafoodsecurity@ymcasouthcoast.org

Application Priority Deadline: Monday, March 14th 2015

The above statements describe the general nature of the work being performed by the employee, but are not an exhaustive list. The Southeastern MA Food Security Network is an equal opportunity employer and committed to workforce diversity.





City of New Bedford seeks to fill vacancy: Treatment Plant Operator position available

POSITION: TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR
LEVEL: GRADE 10 $22.72hr
DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE

FUNCTION: Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled technical and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance and repair of treatment facilities and systems.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Head Water Treatment Plant Operator.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises attendants and subordinates in all aspects of shift work.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Adjusts equipment, as indicated, to regulate the flow of water and control the amount of treatment chemicals added; must assist with maintenance programs throughout the treatment plant, watershed and distribution system.

Accurately records plant data and makes associated computations as necessary, as well as maintains operation logs; maintains optimum process control via sampling, laboratory testing, and machinery and equipment inspections and adjustments.

Adheres to specific weekly schedule of responsibilities including chemical and preventative maintenance; assume responsibility of handling chemicals in a safe and efficient manner.

Exhibits good attitude expected of employees in a health-related field; assumes responsibility for maintaining the plant in a clean and orderly fashion.

Must assume responsibility for plant operations when on duty.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, supplemented by four years’ experience as an attendant of a water/wastewater facility required. Possession of a Grade III Drinking Water Operator license.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Massachusetts driver’s license with good driving record. Mandatory CORI (Criminal Offender Record Investigation) background check per City Council Ordinance effective May 14, 2013. Must have a telephone and own transportation. This employee is subject to twenty-four hour call.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Motor vehicle, generators, pumps gauges, treatment plant instrumentation, common hand and power tools, sampling equipment, office equipment and a variety of lab equipment.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to operate objects, tools, and controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, smell, observe, listen, and speak.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The operation of equipment or handling of chemicals require the exercise of caution. Must not be allergic to treatment plant chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application; rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job-related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.




The South Coast Hot Jobs List – 10 March 2016

Michael Silvia
by Michael Silvia

The Greater New Bedford unemployment rate is much higher than the rest of Massachusetts, but believe it or not there really are a lot of available for qualified applicants. Sometimes the barrier to a new job can be the lack of information on available job openings.

To solve this, each week New Bedford Guide will pull jobs from our jobs database to inform job seekers about the hottest jobs in the area.

We will define “Hot Jobs” as those jobs that need to be filled by the employer immediately. For those looking to search some large job databases, checkout my Best Job Search Resources for New Bedford Residents article.


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Here are the Hot Jobs in the New Bedford area from the NewBedfordGuide.com jobs database, as of March 10, 2016.

01. Reinhart Foodservice, L.L.C. – Class A Drivers (New Bedford)
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for those with food service experience. Transporting products from our distribution center to our customer locations, the individuals we select will conduct pre/post-trip inspections, unload cased products from trailers to desired locations, and handle other duties as assigned. In addition to competitive wages, we offer options for medical, dental, and vision insurance, AD&D, disability, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), and home/auto insurance. Full job description can be found: here.

02. Administrative Assistant/Case Management – Vibra Healthcare (New Bedford)
This Administrative Assistant performs a wide range of complex secretarial duties in support of the Quality Management Department including but not limited to: Staff Development Coordinator, Director of Credentialing, Director of Quality Management and the Infection Control Nurse. The Administrative Assistant coordinates a multitude of office procedures. Qualifications: high school diploma or equivalent required, formal secretarial training strongly preferred, three to five years secretarial experience required, proficiency with MS Office Products required. Full details and application process: here.

03. Asset Protection Agent – Rite Aid (New Bedford)
The primary purpose of the Asset Protection Agent is to protect company and store assets by enforcing loss prevention policies and procedures and providing friendly customer service. The Asset Protection Agent is required to perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Full details and application process here.

04. Pharmacy Technician – CVS Health (Fairhaven)
Work as part of the Pharmacy Team to ensure that each customer has a positive shopping experience at CVS and to ensure customer satisfaction by serving each customer according to our company Values. The Pharmacy Technician Trainee is a training position where you can move to a Pharmacy Technician upon successful completion of CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and per local state pharmacy guidelines. For full job details and application process here.

05. Community Health Educator – Seven Hills Foundation (New Bedford/Fall River)
The Community Health Educator will be responsible to conduct client outreach and facilitate small peer-led and non-peer-led groups. The Community Health Educator will recruit and engage populations at risk and their partners in Individual Level Interventions. The Community Health Educator will recruit, screen and test individuals for HIV, HEP C, and STI’s. The Community Health Educator will recruit and engage individuals and their partners on Opioid Overdose Education and Naloxone Enrollment and will assist the Program Manager or Assistant Program Manager with data collection and reporting. For full job details and application process here.

06. Event/Sales Coordinator – Cotali Mar Restaurante (New Bedford)
The Event/Sales Coordinator is responsible for the sales, service, planning, organization, communication and overall execution of all events. This individual is responsible for achieving food and beverage budget, rentals and other components of the event through sales and up selling techniques. The ability to work independently, understand and analyze the needs and expectations of the client is imperative while maximizing revenue for each event. Clear communication of the client’s expectations must be communicated to each internal department in the form of accurate and complete contracts which set forth all details for the event. For full job details and application process here.

07. Emergency Medical Technician – STAT Ambulance Service (New Bedford)
Currently seeking Emergency Medical Technicians for full-time shifts. Must have a flexible schedule including: weekends, evenings, and some holidays. Benefits and competitive pay offered, willing to negotiate rate based on experience. The EMT- Basic responds to both non-emergent and emergent requests for medical transportation, provides emergency and non-emergency care in the pre-hospital environment within their scope of practice, along with providing safe and efficient transportation of the patient to the appropriate facility or residence. Full details and application process here.

08. Paving Laborer – PJ Keating Co (Acushnet)
This position will work with members of the construction team to ensure smooth operations of daily paving on each job. Performs a wide variety of tasks associated with the laying down of asphalt. Perform various duties such as: shoveling, raking, luting. For full job details and application process here.

09. Sales Associate – Petco (North Dartmouth)
This role also involves completing cash register transactions as well as providing customer carry-out service. You will ensure that store animals, birds, reptiles and fish receive the highest quality care and are maintained in habitats that are clean, safe and secure. You will also perform routine housekeeping tasks, assist store management in the opening/closing of the store and participate in physical inventory counts. For full job details and application process: here.

10. Toy Specialist – Toys R Us (North Dartmouth)
The Toy Specialist is responsible for consistently delivering superior experiences for “R”Us Customers through the use of suggestive selling techniques which results in the sale of merchandise to our Customers. The Toy Specialist helps promote and sell our service programs such as: Endless Earnings Reward program; Square Trade, the “R”Us Credit Card, Rewards “R”Us Loyalty program, and seminar/events available at the store. For full job details and application process here.


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Reinhardt is hiring! CDL – Class A Drivers wanted: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for food service experience

Enjoy a unique combination of advantages: Competitive pay, corporate stability and great benefits. Get It Right from Us.

While other companies are cutting back, Reinhart Foodservice is adding to our team. Respected as the nation’s largest independently owned foodservice distributor and an employer of choice, our strong, growing company invites you to join us for our:

CDL – CLASS A DRIVERS
Positions available in New Bedford, MA
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for those with food service experience
Transporting products from our distribution center to our customer locations, the individuals we select will conduct pre/post-trip inspections, unload cased products from trailers to desired locations, and handle other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Current, valid Class A CDL for interstate commerce.
  • A minimum of one year’s professional driving experience or equivalent military driving experience.
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to operate a Tracscan unit and lift/move up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
  • A clean MVR.
  • 21+ years of age.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • The ability to pass a post-offer-letter drug test, DOT physical, and background check.
  • Food distribution/delivery experience, preferred.

In addition to competitive wages, we offer options for medical, dental, and vision insurance, AD&D, disability, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), and home/auto insurance.

Learn more and apply now at rfshires.com.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.




Help Wanted: Office Manager (City of New Bedford)

CITY OF NEW BEDFORD
OFFICE MANAGER M-5 $47,823 – $58,331
PLANNING, HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Provides a variety of routine and complex clerical, administrative and technical work. Performs responsible clerical functions. Assists in processing invoices, purchase orders and reimbursements in the City’s MUNIS financial system. Assists with the maintenance of project files, including loan portfolio files that contain all required documentation to comply with HUD requirements.

Assists with financial and reporting requirements of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS or its equivalent). Assists in the preparation of the Annual Action Plan, CAPER and Consolidated Plan. Studies and recommends policies and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations. Maintains office policy and procedure manuals. Trains assigned staff; reviews progress and directs changes as needed.

Coordinates all Human Resources activity for the Division including payroll, benefits, employee documentation, and database of sick time and vacation scheduling. Identifies, inventories and maintains database on all equipment purchased with Community Development funds. Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision-making purposes. Conducts research, analysis, and prepares recommendations regarding proposals for programs, grants, services, budget, equipment, etc. Provides administrative assistance to supervisor in meeting management objectives; assembles background materials, prepares agendas and records action items for various meetings; schedules meetings and arranges accommodations; distributes mail and correspondence to staff. Reviews construction contractor compliance and reporting activities including maintaining files for Federal Davis-Bacon wage rate compliance, Debarred Contractor listings, Section 3, MBE/WBE and completing HUD Contractor Activity reports.

Graduation from a college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, human resources, business management or a closely related field, and two years of related experience. Working knowledge of the principles of community development, CDBG and other HUD regulations. Knowledge of IDIS and modern records management techniques. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Word and Excel is essential. Organizational skills and attention to detail are essential. Ability to prioritize, be thorough, responsive and timely are crucial. Mandatory Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check.

For more information, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Resumes are only accepted with a completed employment application. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO




City of New Bedford Parks Recreation & Beaches Now Accepting Applications for Summer Jobs

Applications for seasonal summer employment opportunities with the City of New Bedford Department of Parks Recreation & Beaches are now available. The department hires seasonal help for 8-10 weeks during the summer months in a variety of program areas. Many positions are entry level for New Bedford youth ages 16-24 while others require professional experience. Summer programs now hiring include the Play in the Park and Summer Food Program, Kennedy Summer Day Program, Beach Parking Operations, and Waterfront Lifeguarding. More than seventy positions will be offered through Parks Recreation & Beaches for this summer for New Bedford residents seeking a summer opportunity or job related experience.

Applications are available at the Administrative Office of Parks Recreation & Beaches at 181 Hillman St. Bldg 3 or on the “Jobs Available” page of the City of New Bedford website (www.newbedford-ma.gov). All applications must be returned to the Administrative Office of Parks Recreation & Beaches at 181 Hillman St. Bldg 3, Monday-Friday between the hours of 1:00pm-4:00pm. Applications will be accepted until April 29, 2016.

Positions offered include: Site Supervisors, Van Drivers, Van Aides, Beach Parking staff, Kennedy Summer Day Program staff (experience preferred), and Lifeguards (must have proper certifications). Applicants must be 16 years of age by July 5, 2016.

Applicants must attend mandatory training; training dates are between June 27, 2016 and July 1, 2016.

For more information interested applicants may contact the Department of Parks Recreation & Beaches at (508) 961-3015 or stop by the office at 181 Hillman St. Bldg #3




The South Coast Hot Jobs List – 03 March 2016

Michael Silvia
by Michael Silvia

The Greater New Bedford unemployment rate is much higher than the rest of Massachusetts, but believe it or not there really are a lot of available for qualified applicants. Sometimes the barrier to a new job can be the lack of information on available job openings.

To solve this, each week New Bedford Guide will pull jobs from our jobs database to inform job seekers about the hottest jobs in the area.

We will define “Hot Jobs” as those jobs that need to be filled by the employer immediately. For those looking to search some large job databases, checkout my Best Job Search Resources for New Bedford Residents article.


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Here are the Hot Jobs in the New Bedford area from the NewBedfordGuide.com jobs database, as of March 03, 2016.

01. Customer Service Representative – Enos Home Medical (New Bedford)
The Customer Service Representative is responsible for performing all tasks relative to in-house communications with the patient/client and verification of third party reimbursement. Customer Service Representative Responsibilities and Duties: answers incoming phone calls, takes customer orders, maintains open communication with patients/clients and referral sources, responds to patient/client questions and problems, services walk-in customers. Full job description can be found: here.

02. Community Health Educator – Seven Hills Foundation (New Bedford)
The Community Health Educator will be responsible to conduct client outreach and facilitate small peer-led and non-peer-led groups. The Community Health Educator will recruit and engage populations at risk and their partners in Individual Level Interventions. The Community Health Educator will recruit, screen and test individuals for HIV, HEP C, and STI’s. The Community Health Educator will recruit and engage individuals and their partners on Opioid Overdose Education and Naloxone Enrollment and will assist the Program Manager or Assistant Program Manager with data collection and reporting. Full details and application process: here.

03. Driver/Human Services – Kennedy Donovan Center (New Bedford)
Drives vehicles as assigned to transport persons with disabilities or special healthcare needs to various locations as assigned. Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED, must be at least 19 years of age, minimum 3 years driving experience, including experience driving multi-passenger vehicles, ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, ability to write routine reports and correspondence, completion of CORI and RMV with acceptable results per KDC insurance company and GATRA policies. Full details and application process here.

04. Pharmacy Technician – CVS Health (Fairhaven)
Work as part of the Pharmacy Team to ensure that each customer has a positive shopping experience at CVS and to ensure customer satisfaction by serving each customer according to our company Values. The Pharmacy Technician Trainee is a training position where you can move to a Pharmacy Technician upon successful completion of CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program and per local state pharmacy guidelines. For full job details and application process here.

05. Financial Center Operations Manager – Bank of America (New Bedford/Fall River)
Financial center operations managers (FCOMs) play a critical leadership role in the financial center and are required to exercise discretion and independent judgment, as necessary. They are accountable for the operations of the financial center with oversight of functions that service the teller line, day-to-day policy and procedure adherence, and improvement of financial center performance. FCOMs also assume leadership responsibility for the financial center in the financial center manager’s (FCM) absence and ensure that the FCM’s directives are implemented. For full job details and application process here.

06. Hair Stylist – The Boston Land Company (New Bedford)
We are seeking a diverse hair stylist for an elderly and disabled housing community located in downtown New Bedford. This is a part time position and you may schedule all appointments according to yours and the residents schedules. Please submit resume and license information. For full job details and application process here.

07. Truck Driver – Purity Linen Services (New Bedford)
We are looking for a responsible delivery driver to deliver and pick up linen in a timely manner to our customers while safely operating their truck and demonstrating great customer service. Full details and application process here.

08. Morning/Day Crew – McDonalds (New Bedford)
It’s time you worked for someone who will give you the tools to learn, grow and be what you want to be – both personally and professionally. We’re looking for hard working, enthusiastic individuals who want to be a part of a winning team. If you enjoy working with people and love to learn new things, we want to meet you. For full job details and application process here.

09. Server and Cashier – All Friends Smokehouse (Westport)
Job duties include wine/beer service (opening bottles of wine a must), accurately taking orders and entering into POS, cashing out guest checks, answering phones, communicating with owner and kitchen staff, Must have 2+ years of casual dining serving experience. For full job details and application process: here.

10. Seasonal CSA – Lowe’s (N Dartmouth)
Responsible for assisting customers with all of their shopping needs including assisting customers in the selection, demonstration, preparation and loading of merchandise. Also responsible for responding to customer inquiries throughout their shopping experience including promoting customer loyalty plans and/or extended protection/replacement plans where appropriate. For full job details and application process here.


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Help Wanted: New Bedford Cable Access Videographer Floater

NEW BEDFORD CABLE ACCESS
VIDEOGRAGPHER FLOATER
$13.00/HOUR NO BENEFITS (VARIABLE TIME)

The Videographer Floater is called on as-needed basis for assistance with overall operations. Assists Videographers in shooting, editing and airing various programs on the government and educational access channels. Demonstrates knowledge of equipment and responsibilities will result in more detailed assignments, as well as an increase in assignments.

Some experience in shooting and editing video, and/or enrollment in an Associate’s Degree program for broadcasting, TV production, mass communications, media, etc. preferred. Candidates must have a willingness to learn overall television production skills. Candidates also must have a flexible schedule as nights, weekends and holidays will be required. Candidates should also have knowledge of proper video equipment handling and maintenance including trouble shooting a plus.

Mandatory CORI (Criminal Offender Record Investigation) background checks per City Council Ordinance effective May 14, 2013.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO




Mayor Mitchell announces search process for next New Bedford Chief of Police

Mayor Jon Mitchell today laid out his plans to conduct an internal search for the City’s next Chief of Police and has assembled a screening committee to assist with the search process. Police officers with the New Bedford Police Department who have attained the rank of Captain or Lieutenant are eligible to apply for the position of Chief.

The Chief of Police is responsible for the overall planning, administration and operation of the New Bedford Police Department. The Chief is appointed by and reports to the Mayor of the City of New Bedford.

Mayor Mitchell has assembled a small committee to interview the candidates and ultimately recommend to him two candidates who would make an excellent Chief of Police. The screening committee members bring a breadth of perspective and have a shared ability to recognize leadership ability.

“New Bedford deserves a police chief who, like former Chief David Provencher, has the leadership and technical skills that will command the respect of the department and the community alike, and will enable our officers to keep our neighborhoods safe. We have assembled a committee of individuals with diverse perspectives and familiarity with the department that will help me make the make this important decision,” New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell.

The New Bedford Police Chief Screening Committee Members include:

· Loretta Bourque, Founding Member of the Cove Street Neighborhood Association
· Edmund F. Craig, Jr., Commissioner of the New Bedford Licensing Board and Retired New Bedford Police Lieutenant
· David Donahue, Retired Special Agent for the FBI
· Brian K. Gomes, At- Large City Councilor
· Kevin Hegarty, Retired New Bedford Police Deputy Chief
· David Lizotte, Acting New Bedford Police Chief
· Maria Rosario, Executive Director of Northstar Learning Centers
· Dr. Bruce Rose, President of the New Bedford Chapter of the NAACP

The City of New Bedford Director of Personnel will officially post the position and begin accepting applications, resumes and letters of intent from candidates for a two-week period, beginning on February 29th and ending on March 11th at 4:00PM. Employment applications may be downloaded from the City of New Bedford website at http://www.newbedford-ma.gov/personnel/ .