Employment

Employment Information
Freemansburg Borough is proud to offer a wide range of equal employment opportunities for prospective job seekers. Whether you're looking for a career in local government administration, public works or public services, Freemansburg offers meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the commitment of this Borough to its community.

Any positions that are available within the Borough will be posted below. In order to be fully considered for any positions within the Borough, please follow the application instructions carefully. You will be notified of receipt of your application and notification will be given regarding potential interviews for any positions listed. All applications received will be kept on file for six months.

You can either access our applications below or a hard copy can be obtained at the Borough's municipal building during normal business hours, excluding holidays.

Applications:

• Administrative - Public Works - Crossing Guard Application click here.
• Police Officer Application click here.

Current Job Listings:

Part-Time Patrol Officer
The Freemansburg Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of part-time patrol officer.
Requirements:

• Pennsylvania Act 120 certified
• At least twenty one (21) years of age
• Possess a current and valid driver's license
• Possess a High school diploma or GED
• Applicants must meet all MPOETC required background, physical and psychological standards.

Applications may be obtained Monday through Friday between 9am-3pm at the Freemansburg Police Department located at 600 Monroe Street, Freemansburg, PA 18017.

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Part-Time Public Works Department Laborer
The Borough of Freemansburg, (Northampton County, PA) seeks a qualified applicant for a part-time laborer position within the Public Works Department. The position is responsible for the general maintenance and repair of the Borough's streets, properties, equipment, facilities, and infrastructure. Starting salary is $18.00/hr.

Qualifications

• US work authorization (Required)
• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a driver’s record that is acceptable to the Borough’s insurance provider. Employee shall maintain a driver’s record that is acceptable to the Borough’s insurance provider. (If the insurance provider deems an employee uninsurable, this shall be grounds for termination).
• Results of the applicant background investigation must be acceptable to Borough Council. An investigation includes; criminal and driver’s history check, employment history check, reference check, and credit history check.
• Must have computer hardware and software skills or be able to learn.
• Preferable to have a minimum of one (1) years of Public Works related experience.

Working Requirements – this list is not all-inclusive.

• Requires physical effort at least 75% of the time.
• Requires exposure to the outdoor elements and temperature extremes.
• Requires exposure to dirt, dust, and smells as may be related to sewer/street cleaning and/or maintenance activities.
• Requires availability to be on-call for certain sewer, snow plowing, and/or flood related emergencies, as may be assigned by the Public Works Supervisor.

Candidates for employment are also subject to the BOROUGH OF FREEMANSBURG PERSONNEL POLICIES & PROCEDURES MANUAL and the duties/requirements listed in the Borough’s job description for Public Works Department Laborer.

Applications can also be obtained during normal business hours at the Borough’s administrative offices located at: 600 Monroe Street, Freemansburg PA. 18017

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Borough of Freemansburg is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity pursuant to Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act as amended by the Equal Opportunity Act of 1972 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. In the administration of this policy, the Borough does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or political status, civil union status, atypical heredity, cellular or blood trait, genetic information, disability, liability for service in the United States armed forces, and/or any other characteristic protected by law.