The City of Ada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Contact Human Resources Director Jana Eldred at (580) 436-6300 x225 with questions. Job openings will be posted below. Applications are only accepted for posted positions. Applications are available for download here or at the Reception Desk at Ada City Hall, 231 S. Townsend Street.
This position will perform skilled and
semi-skilled labor in the construction, maintenance and related service
activities for the city's cemeteries; to perform a variety of ground
maintenance services including mowing, irrigation, turf and general equipment
maintenance; and to perform a variety of tasks relative to assigned area of
responsibility.
Perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, construction and
repair work in the area of work assigned.
Apply herbicides, pesticides and
other chemicals in a safe manner. Operate and maintain grounds maintenance and
repair equipment. Respond to inquiries
and complaints from the public
in a tactful manner.
Operate a variety of landscaping tools and equipment including backhoes, mowers,
trucks and
power tools such as chain saws,
blowers, welders and weed eaters.
Perform
a variety of manual tasks for extended
periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions.
Follow all safety rules and regulations of the division to which assigned.
Communicate clearly and concisely.
Field environment; exposure to dust and dirt, hazards associated
with operating a motor vehicle, various chemicals including
fertilizers and pesticides, toxic materials, contagious herbage diseases
including poison oak and inclement weather conditions.
This position is seasonal and will end after the
seasonal period. Submit application to Human Resources, 231 South Townsend,
Ada, OK 74820 or email hr@adaok.com.
EOE
The City of Ada is accepting applications for the position of Communication Dispatcher. Individuals selected will be responsible for providing emergency and non-emergency dispatch services for the 911 emergency dispatch center for the City of Ada and Pontotoc County Fire, law enforcement, and emergency medical services. Individuals selected must be able to pass pre-employment testing for job compatibility assessment tools, and be able to multi-task with telephone, radio, and computer. Successful applicants must be able to make quick decisions and provide quality customer service and communication, both orally and in writing, and must be able to work day, evening, or midnight shifts. Fulltime position offers full benefits including vacation, retirement, health and dental insurance, and paid holidays. Medical examination, along with drug screen, will be administered upon offer of employment. Submit application to Human Resources, 231 S Townsend, Ada, OK 74820 or email application to hr@adaok.com EOE.
Updated on 3/24/2025The City of Ada is
accepting applications for the position of Line Maintenance Worker I or II,
depending on qualifications, until filled. Individual selected must be able to
perform semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and
construction of water and sewer lines and other general maintenance work. Selected
individual must have a valid driver's license and be able to obtain Department
of Environmental Quality Class "D" Water and Wastewater certification within
one year. Worker II must also have an Oklahoma Class A Commercial Driver's
License.
This position offers full benefits including vacation, retirement, health and dental insurance, and paid holidays. Medical examination along with drug screen will be administered upon offer of employment. Submit application to Human Resources, 231 S. Townsend, Ada, OK 74820 or email application to hr@adaok.com
The City of Ada is accepting applications for the fulltime
position of Planning & Zoning Coordinator. This position will be responsible to
oversee and coordinate the planning and zoning functions and activities within
the Community Development Division; to implement program goals and objectives;
and to perform a variety of professional, technical, and administrative duties
to support the division. Under the direction of the Community Development
Director, the Planning & Zoning Coordinator is responsible for the current
and long-range planning, development, and implementation of land use, growth
management and related policies, housing and dilapidated policy, administering
and enforcement of zoning, subdivision, code enforcement, floodplain
management, and other ordinances in the City. Administers and updates the
Comprehensive Plan, Subdivision Regulations, and Zoning Ordi-nance and other
ordinances as necessary.
Bachelor?s Degree in
Planning, Geography, Public Administration, or related field preferred.? Three (3) years or more of municipal planning
experience preferred.? An acceptable combination
of education, training, and experience will be considered.?
License/Certificate
1. Possession of a Class D Oklahoma driver's
license by date of appointment.
2. American Institute of Certified Planners
(AICP) or ability to obtain preferable.
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?This position offers full benefits to include retirement,
vacation, paid holidays, and health and dental insurance. Medical examination,
along with drug screen will be administered upon offer of employment. Submit
application to Human Resources, 231 Townsend, Ada, OK 74820. EOE or submit to hr@adaok.com
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Updated on 5/19/2025The City of Ada is accepting applications until filled for the position of Sanitation/Landfill Worker I or II, DOQ. Successful applicant must be able to perform manual labor supporting the maintenance of the city's landfill including picking up paper, litter and debris, and be able to cut and chip brush, and perform other maintenance tasks supporting assigned duties and responsibilities. A valid Oklahoma Driver's License is required. This position offers full benefits including vacation, retirement, health and dental insurance, and paid holidays. Medical examination, along with drug screen will be administered upon offer of employment. Submit application to Human Resources, 231 South Townsend, Ada, OK 74820 or email application to hr@adaok.com EOE.
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