Job Openings
Current Openings
Deputy City Clerk
The City of Eldridge is accepting applications for a full-time Deputy City Clerk. This position requires skills in customer service, administration, and accounting such as writing, accounts payable, payroll and various forms of software. The regular hours are M-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm and employees may be required to work occasional evenings and weekends to attend meetings or complete deadlines. Candidates must possess the ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions in English, and to communicate clearly and effectively in writing with appropriate grammar and spelling, as required to perform assigned job duties and must also be knowledgeable in basic accounting principles and practices. The pay for this position will be $62,335 per year with a complete benefit package. The position is open until filled but the first review of applications will begin on Monday, February 16, 2026. Applications can be found at a link at the bottom of this page and should be returned c/o Tracy A. Northcutt, City Clerk, Eldridge City Hall, 305 N. 3rd Street, Eldridge, IA 52748 or tnorthcutt@cityofeldridgeia.org
Public Works Full-Time Laborer
The City of Eldridge is accepting applications for a full-time union Public Works Laborer. This position requires skills in the operation of equipment such as dump trucks, tractor, mower, gator/UTV, and various power tools and hand tools. The regular hours are M-F 7:00-3:30pm and employees are required to work occasional evenings and weekends for emergency call-in including snow removal. Candidates must be capable of lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. in a standing position and will be required to take a physical exam. The city will provide training for a Class A Commercial Driver’s License that must be obtained within 1 year of employment. The pay for this position will be $28.26 with a complete benefit package. A complete job description can be downloaded below. The position is open until filled but the first review of applications will begin on Monday, February 16, 2026. Applications can be found at the link below and should be returned c/o Tony Rupe, Eldridge City Hall, 305 N. 3rd Street, Eldridge, IA 52748 or trupe@cityofeldridgeia.org
Crossing Guard (Back-Up)
The Eldridge Police Department is accepting applications for an on-call back-up Crossing Guard for when the regular crossing guard is unable to work. Under the direction of the School Resource Officer, the crossing guard will assist pedestrians across the street during the school year. Teach children safety habits and practice safety habits, while constantly evaluating traffic situations. While performing the duties of this job you will be exposed to temperature extremes from below zero in winter to 90 degrees or more in late spring or early fall. Employees are frequently exposed to noise from vehicular traffic, inclement weather such as rain, snow, sleet, humidity, fumes from vehicles or heavy equipment. The anticipated starting pay is $15/hour.
Please submit an application to police@cityofeldridgeia.org.