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

Apply Now — Upshur County hiring Parks and Recreation Facilities Director

Parks Hiring

BUCKHANNON — The Office of the Upshur County Commission is accepting applications for the full-time benefited position of Upshur County Parks and Recreation Facilities Director.  The Director oversees the daily operation of all Commission-owned Parks and Recreation locations, including the Buckhannon-Upshur Recreational Park and Pool.  Will be required to work weekends, holidays and nights as required and possess the ability to respond to calls with little notice at any time.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent.  Previous managerial experience, knowledge of pool operations and sports tournaments are required to allow for the successful completion of the job functions.

Individuals may obtain an application and full job description at the below address or online by clicking here.

Office of the Upshur County Commission
Administrative Annex
91 West Main Street, Suite 101
Buckhannon, WV 26201
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Applications must be RECEIVED in our office no later than close of business on Friday, January 21, 2022

Please do not make phone inquiries about this position.  Employment with Upshur County is available to all qualified applicants without regard to actual or perceived race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age or handicap.  Upshur County has established a drug-free and tobacco-free work environment.

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