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Part-Time Human Resources Director – Newtown Township, Bucks County, Pa.
Part-Time Human Resources Director
Newtown Township
Bucks County, PA
Newtown Township is now accepting applications for a part-time Human Resources Director. Applicants
should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Administration, or a related field. A minimum
of five (5) years of experience in HR and benefits administration, municipal or public sector experience, is
required; a SHRM certification is preferred. Applicants should possess strong management and
communication skills. The position is a part-time exempt position with a starting salary of $55,000 –
$60,000 annually, based on an anticipated schedule of 20 -25 hours per week. Salary will not be reduced,
or increased, if the actual hours worked are in excess or less than the anticipated schedule.
Applicants must successfully pass a background and criminal history clearance. A full job description is
available online at www.newtownpa.gov. To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact
information for three professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications can be submitted by email to oliviak@newtownpa.gov, or in person at 100 Municipal Drive, Newtown, PA 18940
Newtown Fire Rescue
55 Municipal Drive
Newtown, PA 18940
Phone 215.968.2800 x255 Fax 215.504.2204
Testing for Future Employment
FIREFIGHTER/EMT
Township of Newtown
Bucks County, PA
Newtown Township is compiling an eligibility list of potential candidates for the
position of full-time Firefighter/EMT. Qualifying applicants will be required to pass
a written test, physical agility evaluation, background and criminal history
clearance, as well as medical and psychological evaluations.
Qualifying applicants will then proceed to two interviews.
*Applicants that successfully pass the Bucks County Fire Consortium Test in
2025 will not need to complete the written test again; their previous results will be
counted.
Applicants are required to possess:
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• IFSAC or ProBoard Firefighter 1
• IFSAC or ProBoard Hazardous Materials Operations Core
• IFSAC, ProBoard or PA DOH Vehicle Rescue Technician
• FEMA NIMS Certification ICS100, ICS200, ICS700, ICS800
• PA Department of Health EMT-Basic within one year of hire
• Minimum of 3 years of fire service experience
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record
• Physical and mental fitness to perform the job duties and responsibilities
of a Firefighter/EMT
Applicants are preferred to possess:
• IFSAC or ProBoard Firefighter 2
• Pump Operations 1 & 2
• IFSAC or ProBoard Fire Inspector 1
• Rope Rescue Training
• PA Department of Health EMT-Basic
• PA Commercial Driver’s License
To apply, please submit the following to nicholasw@newtownpa.gov:
• The Newtown Township employment application (available at
https://newtownpa.gov/employment/)
• A current resume
• A copy of the certificates of the required and preferred classes only
Applications will be accepted until Friday, May 8, 2026, 12:00pm. Applicants will
receive email confirmation of successful submission
Full Time Public Works Employee
Full Time Public Works Employee – Newtown Township, Bucks County, Pa.
Newtown Township, Bucks County, Pa. is seeking applicants for one (1) Public Works employee.
This is a full-time non-exempt position with benefits and a starting salary of $59,342.40. The
yearly salary rate increases occur annually in incremental steps over the course of 5 years.
Qualified applicants must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B with Air
Brake endorsement to be considered for this position. Applicants must also have the ability and
willingness to work overtime, including mandatory availability for severe weather or other
emergency events.
Duties include but are not limited to maintenance of all Township roadways, facilities, and
properties. Must also be able to lift 50 lbs and operate major and minor power equipment such
as tractors, backhoes, mowers, etc… Other duties include snow removal operations,
construction, landscaping, paving and concrete repairs, maintenance of inlets and storm drains
and the ability to perform outdoor tasks in extreme weather conditions. Candidates must also be
able to function as a positive and productive member of the Public Works Department.
Applications are available online at www.newtownpa.gov or the Newtown Township
Administration Building at 100 Municipal Drive, Newtown Pa., 18940 during the hours of 8:00am –
4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Completed applications accompanied with resume should be
submitted to the attention of Olivia Kivenko or emailed to oliviak@newtownpa.gov by June 12th,
2026, 12:00pm. Newtown Township is an EOE.
Currently there are no openings available
