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Current Job Openings

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

Planning and Zoning Administrative Specialist

The City of Nicholasville Human Resources Department will accept applications to fill the position in Planning and Zoning for Administrative Specialist, grade 55, Pay scale $23.80 – $30.90 Final hiring rate determined during final step of interview process.

Under general direction, performs secretarial and clerical duties; prepares reports and records for Planning and Zoning activities and City Commission meetings; maintains financial records of the department; serves as receptionist; receives and processes new applications; performs related duties as required.

Applicant must have a high school degree or GED. A minimum of two (2) years in office setting is preferred. Experience in planning and Zoning is desirable. (See job description for knowledge, skill and abilities requirements).

Applications and a complete job description may be downloaded or picked up at City Hall, 517 N. Main St. Nicholasville, KY. Applications will be accepted thru 4:00 p.m., July 27, 2026 at the same location. Questions may be directed to Mary.Marion@Nicholasvilleky.gov

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.

Tax Clerk

Do you have an aptitude for numbers and working with people? If so, keep reading, we are looking for a detail-oriented person to train for this vital role. Grade 53, grade scale $20.60 – $26.75.

Under general direction, assists with applying tax laws, rules, and regulations related to the City; supports the administration and enforcement of city property taxes, occupational taxes, licensing fees, and other City revenues; exercises strong attention to detail and accuracy; communicates effectively in writing and orally; performs other work as required.

Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED). Demonstrated ability to exercise analytical skills and strong attention to detail and accuracy. This position requires handling confidential City funds and finances; therefore, applicant must not possess a criminal conviction for theft or crimes against persons. This position requires handling confidential City funds and finances; therefore, the applicant must not possess a criminal conviction for theft or crimes against persons.

See job description for more information. Applications and a complete job description may be picked up at City Hall, 517 N. Main St. Nicholasville, KY., and will be accepted until 4 p.m., August 3, 2026 at the same location.

To view job description, click here.

Deputy Fire Prevention /Education Chief (Marshal)

The City of Nicholasville is accepting applications for the position of Deputy Fire Prevention /Education Chief (Marshal) hourly pay scale $43.52 – $54.41. a 40 hour work week exempt position

Requires thorough knowledge and experience in fire hazard inspections. Under general supervision of the Fire Chief plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and participates in the fire prevention program; Oversees the public fire safety education program and fire code enforcement activities of the fire department. The position requires a high degree of public contact and participation in fire suppression and fire prevention activities of the department; Reports to the Fire Chief as part of his/her executive staff; performs related duties as required.

Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED) supplemented by some post-secondary education. Must have minimum 10 years of experience as a career firefighter recognized by the Kentucky Fire Commission, including a minimum of 2 years at the rank of Lieutenant or above in a career fire department.

For additional Requirements and certification requirements refer to job description.

All applications must be accompanied by a resume and copies of certifications.

Applications and complete job description may be picked up at City Hall, 517 N. Main St., Nicholasville KY. Applications will be accepted thru 4:00 p.m., Thursday August 6, 2026 at the same location. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

Position Requirements

Salary and Benefits

Position Requirements

Salary and Benefits

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 Kathy Rhineheimer, 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.

*Equal Employee Opportunity Statement

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.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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