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Notice RE One Full Time Electrical Subcode Official Position Available In The City of Linden Construction Code Department

Once completed all applications must be returned via email or mailed to City of Linden City Clerks’ Office, 301 North Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036. Applications that are mailed must be postmarked by the application deadline or they will be returned to the applicant. Please be advised that all employment applications must be completed at the time of submission. Please include copies of resumes, proof of qualifications or any additional documents you wish to submit with your application.

Submission Deadline is Friday May 3, 2024 at 4:30pm.

  • One Full Time Electrical Subcode Official position, in the Construction Code Department

Click here to see all job opportunities available in the City of Linden.

Notice RE One Part Time Fire Subcode Official Position Available In The City of Linden Construction Code Department

Once completed all applications must be returned via email or mailed to City of Linden City Clerks’ Office, 301 North Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036. Applications that are mailed must be postmarked by the application deadline or they will be returned to the applicant. Please be advised that all employment applications must be completed at the time of submission. Please include copies of resumes, proof of qualifications or any additional documents you wish to submit with your application.

Submission Deadline is Friday May 3, 2024 at 4:30pm.

  • One Part Time Fire Subcode Official position, in the Construction Code Department.

Click here to see all job opportunities available in the City of Linden.

3rd Ward Community Meeting

3rd Ward Councilwoman Caldwell invites you to participate in the upcoming Community Meeting, where we’ll come together to discuss important matters concerning the 3rd Ward. Your input and ideas are invaluable to us as we work towards building a stronger, more vibrant community.

  • What: 3rd Ward Community Meeting. Mark your calendars and make your voice heard. Together, we can make a difference in the 3rd Ward!
  • When: May 28, 2024 at 6pm.
  • Where: Columbia Bank Room (third floor) at the Linden Public Library, which is located at 31 East Henry Street.
  • How: For more information, contact Councilwoman Caldwell by email here, or call 908-531-0676.

Free Rabies Vaccination Clinics

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Linden Health Department are pleased to provide free Rabies Vaccination Clinics. New and renewal pet licensing services will also be available. Per City ordinances, all dogs in Linden must be licensed, and anyone found to have an unlicensed dog in the City is subject to summons to Municipal Court. The annual fee for a dog license is $10 for a spayed/neutered dog, and $13 for a dog that has not been spayed/neutered. In order to be issued a license, the dog owner must provide written proof of a rabies vaccination that is valid for at least 10 months of the licensing year. All Linden residents with dogs that need a vaccination and/or a new or renewed dog license are encouraged to take advantage of these free clinics.

*For safety, all dogs must be leashed and all cats must be in carriers*

  • Who: Open to all New Jersey residents. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by their parent or guardian. License Reminder Notice or photo ID is required.
  • What: Free rabies vaccinations. There will also be staff from the City Clerk’s office present to provide licensing services for both new and renewal dog licenses. Board of Health Outreach staff will be on hand with health information and giveaways. For the convenience of Linden residents, the City recently extended the start and end dates of the dog licensing year. Up until now, dog licenses were valid from April 1 through March 31. Starting with the 2024 licensing year, dog licenses are now valid from June 1 through May 31 each year. By changing the licensing dates to June 1 through May 31 of each year, Linden residents that vaccinate their dogs at the free clinics in May can renew their dog licenses on time, and these vaccinations will be valid for up to 3 full dog licensing years. 
  • When & Where:
    • Saturday, May 4, from 10am until 2pm, at Fire House #2, 302 West St. Georges Avenue.
    • Monday, May 6, from 4pm until 8pm, at Fire House #3, which is located at 1205 East Elizabeth Avenue.
    • Tuesday, May 14, from 5pm until 8pm, at at Fire House #1, which is located at 302 South Wood Avenue.
  • How: Free clinic. If there are any questions about the rabies vaccine and/or the free clinics, please call the Board of Health at 908-474-8409, or email here. If there are any questions about dog licensing, please call the City Clerk’s office at 908-474-8406. All current 2023 dog licenses can be renewed up until June 30, 2024 without incurring a late fee. All 2023 dog licenses that are renewed on July 1, 2024 or later will incur a $5 late fee.
  • Click here to view and/or download the Free Rabies Vaccination Clinics flyer.

Creative Aging Workshop Series – Tell Your Story

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the Creative Aging Workshop Series “Tell Your Story.” The Workshop will be led by Judy England McCarthy, professional storyteller and workshop facilitator. The Creative Aging Workshop Series was made possible by the Creative Aging Grant from the State of New Jersey’s Council of the Arts, and the City of the Linden. Only thirty cities/towns were selected to receive this grant. This eight-part free program will focus on assisting our seniors to access their personal stories or memoirs. The Workshop will culminate with participants sharing some of these stories in front of family and friends. The optional performance will be recorded and made available to all those who participate. All materials will be supplied and each session will be 90-minutes long allowing plenty of time for inquiry, writing, storytelling and discussion.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer and press-release for this workshop.

  • Who: For seniors.
  • What: Eight-part workshop that will focus on assisting our seniors to access their personal stories or memoirs. It will culminate in participants sharing some of these stories in front of family and friends. Their performance (optional) will be recorded and made available to all those who participate. All materials will be supplied, and each session will be 90-minutes long allowing plenty of time for inquiry, writing, storytelling, and discussion.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center (JTG), which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: 1:15pm until 2:45pm
    • May 14, May 16, May 23 and May 30.
    • June 6, June 13, June 18 and June 20.
  • How: Free program To sign-up, contact the Linden Department of Parks and Recreation at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street), or call 908-474-8600. Sign-up early, limited registration. Any materials needed will be supplied.

Linden Fire Department to Host Annual Junior Fire Academy

Registration for the Linden Fire Department’s 2024 Junior Fire Academy is now open! “The Junior Fire Academy provides an opportunity to educate the recruits about the Linden Fire Department, the services we provide and enlighten them on the possibility of a future career in firefighting,” said Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Brady.

  • Who: Available to Linden students graduating 7th and 8th grades.
  • What: Linden Fire Department Junior Fire Academy. Learn about the Linden Fire Department and explore a future career in Firefighting! Receive basic training in physical fitness, department operations, fire science, HazMat, first-aid and CPR. Demonstrations include Engine and Ladder Truck Operations, Rope Rescue, Car Extrication, HazMat and more!
  • When: June 25 through June 28, 2024 from 8am until 3pm.
  • How: Click here to view and/or download the flyer and application for the Linden Fire Department’s Junior Fire Academy. Applications are also available at Fire Headquarters, which is located at 302 South Wood Avenue. The deadline for applications is Friday, May 10, 2024 at 3pm. Applications must be dropped off at Linden Fire Headquarters. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact Deputy Chief Kevin Brady via email, or call (908) 474-4550.

Closed Job Opportunities with the City of Linden

Closed Job Opportunities

Submission Deadline is Friday, March 22, 2024 at 4:30pm.

  • Two Deputy Municipal Court Administrator positions, in the Municipal Courts Department.

Submission Deadline is February 21, 2024 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Clerk 1 position, in the City of Linden Police Department.

Submission Deadline is February 8, 2024 at 4:30pm.

Submission Deadline was February 6, 2024 at 4pm.

Submission Deadline is January 19th, 2024 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Clerk 2 Public Works position, in the Department of Community Services.
  • One full time Public Safety Telecommunicator Trainee position in the Police Department.

Submission Deadline is January 9th, 2024 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Clerk 1 position, in the Fire Department.
  • One full time Registered Environmental Health Specialist position, in the Health Department.
  • One full time Mechanic PW position, in the Department of Community Services.

Submission Deadline is December 26th, 2023 at 4:30pm.

Submission Deadline was December 8th, 2023 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Senior Diesel Mechanic position, in the Division of Public Works.
  • One full time Mechanic Helper (Tier 2) position, in the Department of Community Services.
  • Three full time Laborer positions, in the Department of Community Services.

Submission Deadline was October 6th, 2023 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Purchasing Assistant position, in the Purchasing Office.

Submission Deadline was September 1st, 2023 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Clerk 1 position, in the Department of Social Service Office.
  • One full time Tree Trimmer w/CDL License: Tier 2 (PW) position, in the Department of Community Services.

Submission Deadline was August 8th, 2023 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Accounting Assistant position, in the Treasury Department.

Submission Deadline was August 4th, 2023 at 4:30pm.

  • Two full time Truck Driver Tier 2 (PW) positions, in the Department of Community Services.
  • Two full time Tree Trimmer w/CDL License: Tier 2 (PW) positions, in the Department of Community Services.
  • One part time Building Inspector position, in the Office of Construction Code.

Submission Deadline was July 31st, 2023 at 4:30pm.

  • One part time Registered Environmental Health Specialist position, in the Board of Health Department.
  • Two full time Clerk 1 positions, in the Police Department.

Submission Deadline was June 2, 2023 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Truck Driver Tier 2 position, in the Department of Community Services.

Submission Deadline was May 26, 2023 at 4:30pm.

Submission Deadline was May 12th, 2023 at 4:30pm

Submission Deadline was May 5th, 2023 at 4:30pm

  • One full time Clerk 1 position, in the Police Department.
  • One full time Heating & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic (Tier 2) position available in the Department of Community Services.

Submission Deadline was April 7th, 2023 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Mechanic Helper (Tier 2) position, in the Department of Community Service.
  • One full time Laborer position, in the Department of Community Service.
  • One full time Truck Driver (Tier 2) position available in the Department of Community Service.

Submission Deadline was March 10, 2023 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Mechanic Tier 2 position available in the Division of Public Works.
  • One full time Diesel Mechanic Tier 2 position available in the Division of Public Works.
  • One full time Truck Driver Tier 2 position available in the Department of Community Services.
  • One part time Registered Environmental Health Specialist position available in the Health Department.

Submission Deadline was February 3rd, 2023 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Clerk 1 position available in the Construction Code Department.

Submission Deadline was December 19th, 2022 at 4pm.

  • Two full time Public Safety Telecommunicator Trainee positions in the Police Department.

Submission Deadline is December 9th, 2022 at 4:30pm.

  • One full time Principal PayrollClerk position available in the Treasury Department.
  • One full time Laborer position available in the Department of Community Services.
  • One full time Mechanic Helper (Tier 2) position, in the Department of Community Services.
  • One full time Truck Driver position available in the Department of Community Services

Submission Due Date was Monday, November 14, 2022

Submission Due Date was Friday, November 4, 2022

  • Two Full time Laborer Positions in the Public Works Department or the Buildings & Grounds Department.
  • One Full Time Mechanic Helper Tier 2 position available in the Division of Public Works.
  • One Full time Diesel Mechanic Tier 2 position available in the Division of Public Works.
  • Two Full time Mechanic Tier 2 positions available in the Division of Public Works.

Submission Due Date was Friday, October 21, 2022

  • 2 Full Time Special Law Enforcement Officers III  (S.L.E.O.) positions available in the Police Department.

Submission Due Date was Friday, October 7, 2022

  • Two Full Time Laborer Positions in the Public Works Department or the Buildings & Grounds Department.
  • One Full Time Mechanic Helper position available in the Division of Public Works / Municipal Garage.
  • Two Full time Diesel Mechanic Tier 2 positions available in the Division of Public Works.
  • 2 Full time Mechanic Tier 2 positions available in the Division of Public Works.

Submission Due Date was Friday, September 2, 2022

  • One Full Time Diesel Mechanic Tier 2 position available in the Division of Public Works.
  • Three Full Time Laborer positions available within the Public Works Department or the Buildings & Grounds Department.
  • One Full time Mechanic Tier 2 position available in the Division of Public Works.

Submission Due Date was Thursday, August 5, 2022

  • One Full Time Diesel Mechanic Tier 2 position available in the Division of Public Works.
  • One Full Time Mechanic 2 Tier 2 position available in the Division of Public Works.

Submission Due Date was Thursday, July 7, 2022

Submission Due Date was Thursday, June 2, 2022

Submission Deadline was May 9, 2022.

Linden Roselle Sewerage Authority

Submission Due Date was Thursday, March 31st, 2022

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Submission Due Date: March 18, 2022

Submission Due Date: Friday, March 4th, 2022

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Submission Due Date: Thursday, February 3rd, 2022

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West Elizabeth Avenue

Submission Due Date: Friday, January 28th, 2022

  • 1 Full Time Position of Registered Environmental Health Specialist in the Board of Health Department.
  • 1 Part Time Position of Registered Environmental Health Specialist in the Board of Health Department.

Submission Due Date: Thursday, January 13th, 2022

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Submission Due Date: Tuesday, December 28, 2021

Submission Due Date: Friday, November 26th, 2021

Submission Due Date: Friday, December 3rd, 2021

Submission Due Date: Thursday, November 11th, 2021

Submission Due Date: Wednesday, November 10th, 2021

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Submission Due Date: Friday, October 8th, 2021

Submission Due Date: Thursday, September 30, 2021

Submission Due Date: Friday, September 3rd, 2021

Submission Due Date: Tuesday, August 10th, 2021

Submission Due Date: August 5th 2021 at 4:30pm

Laborer 1 in Department of Buildings & Grounds

Submission Due Date: March 17, 2021

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Omnibus Operator/Recreation Leader in Department of Recreation & Senior Services

Submission Due Date: February 25, 2021

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Code Enforcement Officer Trainee in the Construction Code Department

Submission Due Date: January 26, 2021

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Fire Sub-Code Official Part Time in the Construction Code Department

Submission Due Date: November 27, 2020

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Mason/Senior Carpenter in the Buildings & Grounds Division

Submission Due Date: November 27, 2020

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Clerk 1 Full Time in the Tax Assessor’s Department

Submission Due Date: November 27, 2020

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Clerk 1 Full Time in the Municipal Court

Submission Due Date: November 27, 2020

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Clerk 1 Part Time in the Municipal Court

Submission Due Date: November 27, 2020

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Laborer in the Public Works Division

Submission Due Date: November 27, 2020

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Laborer in the Buildings & Grounds Division

Submission Due Date: November 27, 2020

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Public Safety Telecommunicator Trainee

Submission Due Date: November 20, 2020

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Per Diem Public Safety Telecommunicator

Submission Due Date: November 20, 2020

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Wastewater Plant Electrician

Submission Due Date: November 20, 2020

Wastewater Plant Electrician

A major northeast Wastewater Treatment Plant is looking for an Electrician.  Duties include but not limited to preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment for the plant and pumping stations involving 480/240/120 volts, maintenance of electrical systems for buildings and grounds, pumps valves, motors, controls etc.  Industrial Electrical Knowledge and Experience is a must.

Requirements good communication skills, possession of a valid driver’s license, knowledge and understanding of the maintenance procedures. A high school diploma or equivalent training and experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance, at least 3 years appropriate experience. Knowledge of industrial instrumentation, and experience, and 1,460 volts is a plus.

Please visit their website for an employment application. Applicants shall mail or email the completed employment application, resume and salary requirements, by November 20, 2020 to the Executive Director, LRSA PO Box 4118, 5005 South Wood Ave., Linden, NJ 07036 or email their executive director here.

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Submission Due Date: October 7, 2020

Submission Due Date: September 14, 2020

Submission Due Date: September 11, 2020

Submission Due Date: August 10, 2020 (changed from June 29)

Submission Due Date: May 14, 2020

Notice of Land Sale

Notice is hereby given that the listed City owned property, described below, will be taken up for final consideration by open public sale at auction to the highest bidder. The sale shall take place in the Planning Board Room 3rd floor at the City Hall, 301 North Wood Avenue, Linden NJ on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be reached. Click here to view and/or download a hardcopy of this notice.

Such sale is subject to term and conditions established by resolution, by the City of Linden and printed below.

StreetNumberBlockLotApproximate
Dimensions		Minimum
Price		Zone
610 East Baltimore Avenue610896Front 41.90 ft
Right Side 88.21 ft
Rear Line 40.0 ft
Left Side Line 75.73 ft		$130,000.00R-2B

The property is subject to all the applicable zoning and land use regulations and requirements of the City of Linden. The successful bidder is responsible for compliance with same, to obtain any and all necessary permits or approval and shall comply with all other requirements of the City of Linden relating to the property.

The City makes no representation as to any property being buildable. If variances are required by a bidder to develop any propert, bidder must apply for same and comply with all requirements of the City Zoning Ordinacnes and the Municipal Land Use Law N.J.S.A. 40A:55D-1 ET SEQ.

Notice RE Two Clerk 1 Positions Available In The City of Linden Municipal Courts Department

Once completed all applications must be returned via email or mailed to City of Linden City Clerks’ Office, 301 North Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036. Applications that are mailed must be postmarked by the application deadline or they will be returned to the applicant. Please be advised that all employment applications must be completed at the time of submission. Please include copies of resumes, proof of qualifications or any additional documents you wish to submit with your application.

Submission Deadline is Tuesday April 23, 2024 at 4:30pm.

Click here to see all job opportunities available in the City of Linden.