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Borough of Hellertown

Department of Sanitation

The Borough of Hellertown is accepting applications for the position of full time Sanitation Laborer.  This position will entail routine manual work in the collection of refuse and vehicle maintenance.  This position involves strenuous physical effort and, at times, adverse working conditions.  The applicant must maintain a positive public service attitude at all times.  Applicants must possess a valid PA driver’s license with Commercial Driver’s License Class B or above or obtain within six months of employment.

The Borough of Hellertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  A job description and application is posted on the Borough’s web site at www.hellertownborough.org or available at Hellertown Borough Hall, 685 Main St., Hellertown, PA  18055.  Interested applicants should submit an application to Attn:  Cathy Hartranft, by 4:00 pm November 29, 2024.

Zoning/Codes Enforcement Officer

The Borough of Hellertown is accepting applications for a full time Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer.  The individual selected for this position will be assigned to apply and enforce the zoning, subdivision, land development, property maintenance, flood plain and fire safety ordinance as well as perform the duties of Building Code Official.

The ideal candidate will have an extensive background in code enforcement and residential, commercial and industrial construction. Position requires a Building Code Official (BCO #29) and Fire Safety (#18) certification and a thorough knowledge of the requirements of the Uniform Construction Code.  GIS experience is a plus. 

The applicant will have the ability to effectively plan and organize assignments, document results and communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Microsoft computer skills and an ability to interact in a professional and tactful manner with the public is required.  A valid PA driver’s license is a must. 

The Borough of Hellertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A job description is posted on our web site at www.hellertownborough.org  Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Cathy Hartranft, Borough Manager, Borough of Hellertown, 685 Main St., Hellertown, PA  18055 by 4:30 pm Friday, September 27, 2024.

Planning & Zoning Officer

Budget Meeting Notice

The Borough Council of the Borough of Hellertown will meet on the following dates to review and discuss the proposed 2025 budget.  Meetings will be held in person at 685 Main Street, Hellertown, PA  and via zoom.

October 7, 2024 @ 5:30 pm – Police & Fire (In Person)

October 14, 2024 @ 6:00 pm – Public Works, Parks, Liquid Fuels, Sanitation (ZOOM)

October 21, 2024 @ 5:30 pm – Admin, Insurance & Revenue, Library

October 28, 2024 @ 6:00 pm – Revenue & Capital (ZOOM)

November 4, 2024– Preliminary Budget approval

December 2, 2024 – Final Budget approval

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Click on the following link to learn more about UGI Save Smart Home Energy Upgrades Program 

CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION VACANCY

Hellertown Borough Council is seeking interested residents to fill an unexpired six (6) year term on the Civil Service Commission through December 2027.

The commission is responsible for overseeing the administration of the Civil Service Rules and Regulations including examinations of applicants for entry level positions or promotion within the Hellertown Police Department. The Commission is also responsible for establishing minimum qualifications for such positions, testing applicants, and holding hearings in the event of an appeal of discipline imposed by Borough Council.

Interested candidates must be a registered elector of the Borough of Hellertown.  Please send letter of interest to Cathy Hartranft, Borough Manager, 685 Main St., Hellertown, PA  18055 or c.hartranft@hellertownborough.org by Thursday, April 11, 2024. 

On behalf of the Borough of Hellertown, the Township of Lower Saucon, and the Saucon Valley School District, please find a link https://arcg.is/9iDe5 to the public review draft of the Saucon Valley 2020 Comprehensive Plan Update upon which the partners have worked to update this year.  The partners have hosted a successful, well received joint public meeting in October 2020 and, in accordance with the PA Municipalities Planning Code (MPC), are in the process of scheduling a future Public Hearing.  Information associated with the Public Hearing will be advertised at a later date in accordance with the MPC.

Through the Saucon Valley 2020 Comprehensive Plan Update, the partners aim to expand possibilities of how their past, current and future joint planning can best serve their residents, businesses, leaders and stakeholders.  As implementation of actions continues to progress through the coming decade, the partners will keep their Plan continuously relevant through their StoryMap platform. This platform, evolving from their 2009 document, is interactive, respects social distancing, and mobile-friendly.  Thank you for the opportunity to forward the information.  In upholding the work’s 45-day public review period, please submit any comments to carolynyagle@epd-pgh.com on or prior to January 9, 2021.