All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

Job Alert! City of Buckhannon now accepting applications for clerical position

The City of Buckhannon is currently accepting applications for clerical position(s).  

Office duties include but are not limited to data entry, answer phone, filing, assisting customers and general office duties.  Hourly rate starting at $13.00 per hour with benefits.  This is dependent on skills. 

Applicant must be 18 or older with a high school diploma or GED equivalent.  Applicants will be subject to skills testing, drug screening and background check.

Applications may be obtained at City Hall, 70 E Main St, Buckhannon WV, Mon-Fri 8:30 am to 4:30 pm or call 304-472-1651 for information.  The deadline for applications is October 10, 2024.

The City of Buckhannon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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