Job Openings

Employment applications are available in the Mayor's Office at City Hall, 7307 Avon Belden Road, North Ridgeville, OH 44039. You may also download the fillable form, complete the application and email it directly to the contact person listed for the job posting. You may also mail or drop off the completed application to the above location. 

Civil Service Commission is offering open, competitive written examinations to establish an eligibility list for BOTH entry level Patrol Officer Step 1 and entry level Firefighter/Paramedic Class D positions. Testing and applications will be accepted from December 2, 2024 to February 17, 2025. Full Testing services for both positions of Patrol Officer Step 1 and Firefighter/Paramedic Class D are through National Testing Network (NTN). 

To register with NTN and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and select "Find Jobs", then select either "Law Enforcement Jobs" or "Firefighter Jobs" and sign up for City of North Ridgeville. Application packets and specific information may be obtained at NTN, North Ridgeville City Hall Office of the Clerk of Council at [email protected] or by clicking the links below.

Department: Department of Planning & Development/Division of Building

Civil Service Status: Unclassified

Employment Status: Full time

Salary: $25.85 hourly rate

Reports To: Office Administrator

Working Hours: Normal business hours

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

The Building Secretary provides administrative and clerical support to the Division of Building within the Department of Planning and Development. See the job description for more details.

Minimum Qualifications: Completion of secondary education (high school or GED) supplemented by general business and secretarial courses plus a minimum of two years of secretarial experience, or equivalent. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

To apply, complete the employment application and send along with cover letter and resume to Nicole Rambo-Ackerman, Office Administrator, City of North Ridgeville, 7307 Avon Belden Road, North Ridgeville, OH 44039 or by email to [email protected].

Department: Department of Planning & Development/Engineering Division

Civil Service Status: Unclassified

Employment Status: Full time

Salary Range: $70,340-85,166 

Reports To: City Engineer/Assistant City Engineer

Working Hours: Normal business hours, occasional evening meeting attendance

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

The Civil Engineer I (EI) is a professional position that provides the Engineering Division with engineering support and technical documentation for both private development and in-house public works projects and performs a variety of technical tasks. See the job description for more details.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited school and a valid Ohio Engineer Intern Certificate. Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver’s license, must be able to qualify for and remain insurable under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.

To apply, complete the employment application and send along with cover letter and resume to Nicole Rambo-Ackerman, Office Administrator, City of North Ridgeville, 7307 Avon Belden Road, North Ridgeville, OH 44039 or by email to [email protected].

Department: Department of Planning & Development/Engineering Division

Civil Service Status: Unclassified

Employment Status: Full time

Salary Range: $82,243-99,233

Reports To: City Engineer/Assistant City Engineer

Working Hours: Normal business hours, occasional evening meeting attendance

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

The Civil Engineer II (PE) is an advanced professional position that provides the Engineering Division with engineering design, technical documentation and project management of in-house public works projects and performs a variety of technical tasks. See the job description for more details.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a minimum of three (3) years of experience as Ohio licensed professional engineer with valid Ohio P.E. license. A master’s degree in civil engineering may be substituted for years of P.E. experience, but applicant must have valid Ohio P.E. license at time of application. Experience in design and inspection of public works projects is preferred. Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver’s license, must be able to qualify for and remain insurable under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.

To apply, complete the employment application and send along with cover letter and resume to Nicole Rambo-Ackerman, Office Administrator, City of North Ridgeville, 7307 Avon Belden Road, North Ridgeville, OH 44039 or by email to [email protected].

Department: Building Division

Civil Service Status: Unclassified

Employment Status: Full time

Salary Range: $82,000-$96,000

Reports To: Chief Building Official

Working Hours: Normal business hours with some evening meetings as assigned

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Under the general supervision of the Chief Building Official, this is an advanced technical and supervisory position. The Assistant Chief Building Official assists in the administration and enforcement of the state building code, city building and property maintenance ordinances, zoning and other related regulations through supervisory, inspection, review and enforcement duties. See the job description for more details.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. College degree, training and/or education in architecture, engineering or construction management preferred. Five years of experience in building construction or as a general contractor or superintendent of building construction dealing with all phases and trades of construction. Inspection and plan review experience for commercial and residential structures a plus. Must have great communication skills and work well with the general public.

Licensure and certification requirements include:

• Valid Ohio Driver’s License; must remain insurable under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.

• State of Ohio Board of Building Standards Certification for Building Official or an interim certificate with the ability to obtain a permanent certificate within 6 months of hire.

• State of Ohio Board of Building Standards Certification for Residential Building Official.

• Building Inspector Certification and additional certification in one of the building and construction trades, such as electrical or plumbing, preferred.

To apply, complete the employment application and send along with cover letter, resume and a list of three references to Kim Lieber, Director of Planning & Development, City of North Ridgeville, 7307 Avon Belden Road, North Ridgeville, OH 44039 or by email to [email protected].