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City Hall
1303 Lynn Avenue
Altoona, Wisconsin 54720

Phone: 715-839-6092
Fax: 715-839-1800

Community Service Officer, part-time

Police Department

The City of Altoona, WI, population 9,320, in beautiful Eau Claire County, invites applications from highly motivated aspiring police professionals with a desire to serve the community through assisting the Altoona Police Department as a Community Service Officer. This is a part-time position with flexible hours at approximately 25 hours per week.

Post Date: August 28, 2023

Applicant must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Possess a valid driver's license
  • Pass a pre-employment background investigation
  • Pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice - preferred

Wage: $18.23/hour

Community Service Officer Position Description >>

Employment Application: please include answers to Section 6 >>

A complete application package will include the following:

  1. Cover letter
  2. Resumé
  3. Employment Application: please include answers to Section 6 >>

Please submit to: 

  • Email to: skelley@altoona-wi.gov   OR
  • Mail to: Altoona Police Department, Attn: Community Service Officer, 1904 Spooner Avenue, Altoona, WI 54720

Position open until filled. AA/ADA/EOE.

For more information contact:
Scott Kelley, Lieutenant
715-839-6090 • Email Scott Kelley »

Concession Operator

Parks & Recreation

The Concession Operator will work the concession stand during ball games for high school and the Altoona Yough Softball & Baseball Association throughout the spring/summer season.

  • Start: April, 2024
  • End: August, 2024
  • Days of the week: high school & AYSB games - varies
  • # of work hours per week: varies between 4 - 20 hours
  • Work schedule: typically between 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Detailed job description >>
Employment application >>

Please submit your resume and completed employment application to Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor at:

For more information contact:
Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor
715-839-5188 • Email Kassandra Humke »

Concession Operator II

Parks & Recreation

The Concession Operator II will work the concession stand which will serve beer during Eau Claire Bears ball games throughout the spring/summer season.

  • Concession Operator II: must be 18+ years of age
  • Operators (Bartender) License: must hold an operators (bartender) license or be able to obtain an operators (bartender) license before start date (license will be paid for by the P&R Department)
  • Start: April, 2024
  • End: August, 2024
  • Days of the week: varies; may include some weekends
  • # of work hours per week: varies dependent upon the game schedule
  • Work schedule: dependent upon game schedule, between 12:30 pm-10:30 pm

Detailed job description >>
Employment application >>

Please submit your resume and completed employment application to Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor at:

For more information contact:
Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor
715-839-5188 • Email Kassandra Humke »

Fish House Attendant

The Fish House Attendant position will be responsible for providing a safe and enjoyable place for guests renting the Fish House.

  • Start: May, 2024
  • End: August, 2024
  • Days of the week: Sunday - Saturday; varied
  • Work Schedule: weeknights and weekend shifts

Detailed position description >>
Employment application >>

Please submit your resume and completed employment application to Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor at:

For more information contact:
Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor
715-839-5188 • Email Kassandra Humke »

Fish House Recreation Center Attendant

Parks & Recreation

The Fish House Recreation Center Attendant will be responsible for conducting and actively being involved with activities at the Fish House Recreation Center. The Fish House Recreation Center is open to children in Altoona in kindergarten to eighth grade.

  • Start: June, 2024
  • End: August, 2024
  • Days of the week: Monday - Friday
  • Work schedule: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Detailed job description >>
Employment application >>

Please submit your resume and completed employment application to Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor at:

For more information contact:
Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor
715-839-5188 • Email Kassandra Humke »

Program Instructor

Parks & Recreation

A Program Instructor will assist in the implementation of safe and enjoyable youth recreation programs. A qualified candidate will have knowledge of programs, be able to instruct participants in skills and drills and have the ability to setup and take down equipment before and after practices. 

  • Start: June, 2024
  • End: August, 2024
  • Days of the week: Monday - Thursday
  • Work schedule: varied; based on availability and program participant numbers

Detailed position description >>
Employment application >>

Please submit your resume and completed employment application to Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor at:

For more information contact:
Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor
715-839-5188 • Email Kassandra Humke »

River Prairie Park Attendant

Parks & Recreation

The River Prairie Park Attendant position will be based on park grounds. This position will be responsible for some park maintenance such as checking/changing garbage's, pavilion rental supervision and assuring cleanliness of the park.

  • Start: April, 2024
  • End: September, 2024
  • Days of the week: Sunday - Saturday; varied
  • Work schedule: week nights and weekend shifts

Detailed Position Description >>
Employment Application >>

Please submit your resume and completed employment application to Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor at:

For more information contact:
Kassandra Humke, Recreation Supervisor
715-839-5188 • Email Kassandra Humke »

Seasonal Public Works Maintenance

Public Works

The City of Altoona, WI, population 9,320, invites applications from experienced maintenance workers for seasonal work.  Under the direction of the PW Director, this position is responsible for maintenance and improvements of parks, grounds, facilities, and equipment, as well as project and maintenance work.  Valid WI driver license required; WI CDL Class C preferred. Wage range DOQ: $15.50-$18.00 per hour. Typical work week is 40 hours/week from mid-May through August.  Weekend, evening and holiday work may be required.  Pre-employment drug screening may be required.  For a full position description and application see below, e-mail annl@ci.altoona.wi.us or call City Hall at 715-839-6092. AA/EOE.

Publish date: March 11, 2024

  • Start mid-May
  • End August, dependent upon applicant's availability and budget
  • Work week 40 hours | 6 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | 4 days per week
  • Pre-employment drug screening may be required
  • WI driver's license required (prefer WI CDL Class C)
  • Wage $15.50-$18.00/hour DOQ
  • Recruitment for this position ends 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Position Description >>
Employment Application >>

HOW TO APPLY  Please submit your completed Application to:

annl@ci.altoona.wi.us

     OR

Scott Kwick, Public Works Director
City of Altoona
1303 Lynn Ave
Altoona WI 54720

For more information contact:
Ann M Lein, Deputy City Clerk
715-839-6092 • Email Ann M Lein »