4 Job Openings In and Around Kirkwood

Here are four local job opportunities we found this week. To find more job openings or post a position, visit our classifieds section.

Who’s Hiring: The city of 

• Location: Kirkwood
• Job: Building Commissioner
• Category: Full time
• Experience: Comprehensive knowledge of building codes and building construction methods and materials; the existing Structures Code; Fire Prevention Code; and ADA rules, regulations and requirements. Ten years of experience in plan review, building code enforcement and a thorough knowledge of building construction. International Code Council (ICC) certifications including Certified Building Official (CBO) preferred. Strong management and public relations.  
• Responsibilities: Ensuring new construction, remodeling or repairs meet minimum standards as defined in the model building code and zoning ordinances adopted by the city. Responsible for issuance of residential and commercial building permits, mechanical permits, residential electric permits, contractors’ licenses, residential and commercial re-occupancy permits and archiving building permits and plans as required by state regulations. Participates in the review of building plans to ensure proposed construction complies with applicable codes; proposes changes in ordinances and regulations; and prepares the operating budget. Provides staff support to Board of Adjustment, Board of Building Appeals and Architecture Review. Administers a $600,000-plus budget and supervises six full-time employees. 
• To Apply: Those who wish to apply may do so online.

Who’s Hiring: Knowledge Learning Corporation ()

• Location: Kirkwood
• Job: Teacher
• Category: Full time
• Experience: Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or related area and/or CDA required. Two or more years of early childhood education experience and one or more years of experience working with assigned age group is desirable.
• Responsibilities: Plans and implements activities that promote the social, physical and intellectual growth of children. Responsible for the care, hygiene, learning and developmental activities, specialized programs and redirection of children. Communicates directly with parents. Maintains classroom records, cleanliness and orderliness.
• To Apply: Those who wish to apply may do so online.

Who’s Hiring:

• Location: Webster Groves
• Job: Financial Services Assistant
• Category: Full time
• Experience: The ideal candidate will have previous sales experience and loan processing knowledge, cash handling and great customer service skills.
• Responsibilities: Greet customers and support sales staff, including the manager and assistant manager. Good customer relations and effective communication skills required. Responsible for supporting sales staff with customer service issues and research. Will support safe deposit department. 
• To Apply: Those who wish to apply may do so online.

Who’s Hiring: The Old Orchard Taxing District Commission

• Location: Webster Groves
• Job: Administrative Clerk
• Category: Part time
• Experience: Must have two years of college or equivalent experience and at least one year of experience working in an administrative role. The position requires knowledge of data base management, office procedures and strong communication skills.
• Responsibilities: The position will support the communication and administrative efforts for the district and includes interfacing with the city of , the Business Development Commission and Old Webster Taxing District regarding support of events and possible collaborations.
• To Apply: Submit cover letter and resume to ehnesba@webster.edu or mail to Barb Ehnes, director of community relations at Webster University, 470 E. Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves, MO 63119.