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Current Job Openings

The City of Nicholasville is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

Water Distribution/Collections System Evaluation Technical Analyst

The City of Nicholasville Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the position of Water Distribution, Wastewater Collections System Evaluation Technical Analyst, grade 57. Pay scale $ 28.15 to $ 38.00. Hiring rate determined during final step of interview process.

Under general direction, serves as technical analyst for Distribution and Collection Department, implements and conducts Sewer inspection program; Operates/maintains sewer video and inspection equipment; prepares and maintains accurate and up to date reports; assist other departments as requested; performs duties in field as requested or required; performs related work as required.

Applicants must have a high school degree or equivalent (GED) supplemented by training and experience with camera inspection software and one-year related work experience.  A college degree may be substituted for experience, where applicable.  Experience with sewer video and inspection hardware and software is preferred but not required. Must obtain within 12 months PACP certification.

Applications and a complete job description may be downloaded or picked up at City Hall, 517 N. Main St. Nicholasville, KY., and will be accepted until 4 p.m., October   01, 2026 at the same location.

Equal Opportunity Employer.  If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact Mary Marion at 859-885-1121 ext. 254 or Mary.Marion@Nicholasvilleky.gov

To view Job Description, click here.

Water Distribution Wastewater Collections Maintenance Supervisor

The City of Nicholasville Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the position of Water Distribution, Wastewater Collections Maintenance Supervisor, grade 57. The pay scale is $28.15-$38.00. Hiring rate determined during final step of interview process.

Duties include but are not limited to responsible for the Division in the absence of the Superintendent; supervises personnel assigned to construction, maintenance and cleanliness of water distributions system and wastewater collections system; operates equipment assigned to division; assists in performing required duties; assists other division/department as requested; performs related work as required.

Must have a high school degree or equivalent (GED) supplemented by a minimum of 3 years directly related work experience.  Education from an accredited college or university may be substituted for work experience requirements. Applicants must have the ability to communicate effectively; must possess and maintain a valid Commonwealth of KY driver’s license; must obtain within 12 months a Commonwealth of Kentucky Class A commercial driver’s license.  Must possess a minimum of Class III D Distribution certification or Wastewater Collection Class III certification and obtain the other within one year of eligibility. Must be able to respond to calls in emergency situation at all hours, must participate in the City’s drug and alcohol testing program.

Applications and a complete job description may be downloaded or picked up at City Hall, 517 N. Main St. Nicholasville, KY., and will be accepted until 4 p.m., October 01, 2026, at the same location.

To view Job Description, click here.

Nicholasville Police Department

To view open positions within the Nicholasville Police Department, click here.

Firefighter / EMT Recruit

The Nicholasville Fire Department accepts applications year-round for this position.

Please note: If you have completed and turned in an application within the past year you will not need to complete another one. The application we have on file will be utilized.

If you have any questions feel free to contact our Administrative Offices during normal business hours at (859) 554-5100 or email any questions to stacey.leasor@nicholasville.org

The City of Nicholasville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

For the Lateral Firefighter Applicant Information Packet click here to download the application packet.

For the Recruit Firefighter Applicant Information Packet  click here to download the application packet.

Packets can be dropped off or mailed to Fire Station 4 (785 E Brannon Rd, Nicholasville, KY, 40356).

For a City of Nicholasville Job Application click here.

The City of Nicholasville is an Equal Opportunity Employer*. For more information, contact Mary Marion, Human Resource Director.

For information about jobs with the Commonwealth of Kentucky that are available in Jessamine and other counties, click here.

All applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws – EEOC, EPPA, FMLA.

It is the City’s policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic makeup, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy/childbirth-related medical conditions, national origin, disability, veteran or family status, an individual’s status as a smoker or nonsmoker, or any other status or condition protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

The city’s commitment as an equal opportunity employer extends to all its employment and personnel practices including job opportunities, promotions, pay and benefits, discipline, discharge, training, and other social and recreational activities sponsored by the city.

Nicholasville complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment. Discrimination and harassment in all forms is considered to be a serious offense.

The city will offer equal employment opportunities for qualified individuals who may have a physical or mental disability, including medical conditions related to pregnancy, but who can still perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations. The city will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals qualifying under ADA only when that accommodation does not create an “undue hardship” to the city.

Contact Details
Mary Marion
Director of HR
517 N. Main Street,
Nicholasville, KY 40356
859.885.1121
mary.marion@nicholasvilleky.gov

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