Employment

The Town of Spindale (pop. 4,244) is seeking a qualified professional to fill the position of Finance Officer. This position performs professional and administrative work in directing and overseeing the Town’s financial and human resource activities including budgetary accounting and general ledger maintenance, AP, AR, financial reporting, payroll, employee relations, benefits administration, investments, budget monitoring, debt service, and revenue collections. This position also assists with the preparation of the annual audit and annual budget, consistently monitoring each for follow-up to improve financial systems. Work is performed in accordance with established municipal finance procedures, local ordinances, and NC General Statutes. Position supervises a staff of one and reports to the Town Manager. 

Qualifications: Minimum of BA/BS in accounting, finance, public administration, business or related field, 5+ years of experience in governmental finance, and 5+ years of experience supervising staff, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Preference given to Certified Local Govt. Finance Officers and CPAs and those with human resource management experience. Finance Officer Certification will be required within a reasonable time period. 

Salary range $67,004-$100,506, DOQ. Background check and drug screening required. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Submit a cover letter, current resume and completed application to: Town Manager: Scott Webber, Town of Spindale PO Box 186 (125 Reveley Street) Spindale, NC 28160, or gswebber@spindalenc.net. For a complete job description, please click here. Apply using the link below. Open until filled, with the first review of applications on August 1, 2025. 

EEO

The Town of Spindale is currently accepting applications for the position of

WWTP Senior Operator

Salary Range: $42,138 - $52,673 DOE

The Town of Spindale is looking for a WWTP Senior Operator. Main duties include, but are not limited to, daily plant inspections, collection and analyzing daily samples as required by our NPDES permit, assist in pretreatment sampling and inspections, maintenance of equipment, computer work as required and directed by the WWTP Superintendent. This position acts as the backup ORC. The position requires a Grade III wastewater certification however we will entertain candidates who currently have a Grade II and can obtain Grade III within 6 months. Maintenance experience, computer skills in Excel and Word a plus. Some weekend work is required. The Town provides health, dental and vision insurance, NC State retirement, 5% 401k, holiday pay, sick and vacation days.  EOE

For a full description of the position, click here

(video link)

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; Clear criminal and driving record; NC Drivers license, dependable transportation; Healthy with ability to perform firefighter tasks; Must reside within 3 miles of the town limits; Desire to serve our citizens; 

No Experience Required

Benefits

Volunteer stipend based on Certification levels; Enrollment in the NC Firefighters pension; On the job and CE training.

Print or pick up an application packet from Town Hall. Please submit all applications to Spindale Town Hall, 125 Reveley St., Spindale, NC 28160. Normal business hours are 8am-5pm Mon-Fri. Please attach your resume with the completed application.

Town of Spindale - EOE