Available Positions

Applications for job openings may be downloaded here or requested at the Town Hall between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. All applications should be returned to Town Hall or by email to jobs@richlands-va.gov.

Application for Employment with The Town of Richlands may download HERE.

Application for Employment with The Town of Richlands Police Department may download HERE.

Request for Proposals or RFP's can be found on our Bids and Proposals page HERE

Now Accepting Applications for:

1) The Town of Richlands – Fire-Rescue Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Full-Time ALS Provider / Intermediate or Paramedic. A Town of Richlands job application, as well as, a detailed Job Description is available at the Richlands Fire/Rescue Station #2, 1800 Third Street, Richlands, VA 24641. Applications along with applicable certifications should be submitted to the attention of Matthew Whited – EMS Director to the Richlands Town Hall or Fire/Rescue Station #2 or emailed to jobs@richlands-va.gov.
The Town of Richlands is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer.

2) The Town of Richlands is seeking an experienced utility professional to lead our Electric Department as Electric Director during an exciting period of transformation. As we implement our $14 million natural gas generation project and manage our municipal electric utility, we need a dynamic leader who can blend traditional utility management with innovative power generation and distribution approaches. The ideal candidate will possess a Professional Engineering license and bring experience with natural gas generation systems. A background in municipal utility operations and knowledge of water and sewer utilities would be valuable assets. Experience with capital project management and familiarity with Southwest Virginia utility operations would distinguish exceptional candidates.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to Jason May at jmay@richlands-va.gov being sure to include "Electric Director Position" in the subject line.
The Town of Richlands is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer.

3) The Town of Richlands is accepting applications for a Sanitation Loader. Prefer a high school or GED graduate. Must possess a valid, current Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license. A Town of Richlands job application, as well as a detailed Job Description is available at the Richlands Town Hall, 200 Washington Square, Richlands, VA 24641. A Town application should be submitted to the attention of Kimberly Fields, Director of Human Resources, to the Richlands Town Hall, or emailed to jobs@richlands-va.gov.
Position will remain open until filled with initial screening to start on 12/11/2024.
The Town of Richlands is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer.