Free mulch offered to residents and nonprofits through new "Mulch Mondays" program

Jefferson County residents and nonprofit organizations can stop by the parking lot at 9200 Whipps Mill Rd between 1-3 p.m. for Urban Forestry's new Mulch Mondays program to receive natural, dye-free mulch at no-cost. Please bring your own container for transport.

Still time to register for the October 21st Community Wide Cleanup!

The next Community-Wide Cleanup is happening Saturday, October 21st! Be a part of this city-wide event to keep Louisville looking bright and beautiful. Check out our website to register. We encourage all residents to make a difference by taking part in our Community-Wide Cleanup-- it is a great service opportunity for boy/girl scouts, sports teams, faith groups, community organizations, and corporate teams.  Cleanups are an integral part of Brightside's mission and without the help of volunteer groups, and many other volunteers throughout the year, Brightside could not achieve our goals of a cleaner, greener Louisville. Neighborhoods can hold their own cleanups at any point throughout the year and we can provide gloves and bags for each Neighborhood Cleanup. We will work with Solid Waste Management to have the collected litter bags picked up. Give us a call at (502) 574-2613 or register online about two weeks prior to your event to schedule your cleanup and for information about getting supplies.

The next Pop-Up Drop-Off is October 21st

Forest Adventure Campout at Jefferson Memorial Forest on October 21st

Come out for fall color and outdoor fun at Jefferson Memorial Forest during the Forest Adventure Campout, presented by Wilderness Louisville on Saturday, October 21st, beginning at 2:00 p.m. Explore the forest, show off your costume, and sleep under the stars! Activities include archery, guided hikes, a climbing wall, pumpkin decorating, hayrides, and more! This event is free and open to the public.

Register Now for thw "Kid's Winter Camp" from Metro Parks

Registration is now open for our Winter Break Camps! These camps are FREE and for children ages 6-12. This two-week camps will include various activities from arts and crafts to athletics and will include a hot meal. For addtional information email "Tonya.Cowden@louisvilleky.gov" 

Message from Hildegard House: Opportunity to train to be a Compassionate Volunteer!

Join our community of compassionate volunteers at Hildegard House. We provide a home and compassionate care for individuals at the end of life who have no home or loved ones to care for them so that they may die with dignity and access hospice care. We are the family for our residents and care for them just like family members. Compassionate Companions commit to an ongoing weekly 5-hour shift. The next volunteer training is Friday, November 10 from 6-8pm and Saturday, November 11 from 9 am to 4 pm. Learn more about volunteering and register at https://www.hildegardhouse.org/volunteers or call Volunteer Coordinator Jana McNally at (502) 581-8267.

Metro Animal Services "Empty the Shelters" - Adopt a Pet!

Click the link for additional information and see pets!
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/animal-services/services/adopt-pet

Metro Animal Services

Visit the Metro Animal Services website to view some of what they offer. Below is a list of a few of specific sites: Adopt a Pet Long-Stay Champions License a Pet Foster a Pet Find/Report a Lost Pet Volunteer  Donate Animal Abuse Registry Click the following link to view: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/animal-services

Employment Opportunities

Anytime Fitness is Hiring!

9902 Linn Station Road Planinview Village Shopping Center They are currently hiring Personal Trainers and Licensed Massage Therapists! They are a 24/7 access gym and will be offering coaching/training in small groups as well as individuals. They offer Resources including but not limited to Nutrition support, Red Light Therapy and Massage Therapy! They hope to open to the public the first full week of November. For further hiring information, business information or to book your massages on our website go to: www.anytimefitness.com/gyms/5060/louisville-ky-40223/ www.anytimemassagetherapy.com

MetroSafe hiring next generation of 911 telecommunicators

MetroSafe, the city’s 911 hub, is seeking to train and hire its next generation of 911 Telecommunicators. 911 Call Takers and Dispatchers are the first first responders when an emergency strikes. MetroSafe today announced applications are being accepted for the upcoming training academy.

Currently, the center is short dozens of positions. MetroSafe has seven trainees in training who will be added to the current work force upon completion.

911 Telecommunications is a public safety position that involves taking critical 911 calls from the public, which includes calls such as cardiac arrests of persons including children and infants, working fires with victims trapped inside, shootings and auto accidents.

After the application period, trainees will be selected to go through a 180-hour, paid training academy held primarily during daytime hours (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.). Trainees receive $22.31/hour for the duration of the training. The hiring process includes a civil service testing, a criminal background check, a panel interview and job shadow, and suitability training. Upon successful completion, trainees will be granted full-time employment with MetroSafe starting at $24.48/hour for Call Takers or $27.25 for Dispatchers and will be paired with a trainer who will instruct and monitor the trainee’s progress.

Louisville Metro offers an $8,000 public safety hiring incentive paid in installments upon hiring. Additionally, MetroSafe trainees and employees have access to an on-staff licensed clinical professional counselor for voluntary trauma-focused therapy and access to a gym with equipment donated by Planet Fitness.

No prior experience in public safety is needed. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, have a high school diploma or equivalent and not been convicted of a felony. High school seniors who are at least 18 years of age and anticipating graduation in 2023 are welcome to apply. To be eligible for the academy, applicants must also pass a pre-employment drug screening and a polygraph test.

Applicants should apply online at https://louisvilleky.gov/government/emergency-services/services/start-your-career-louisville-metro-emergency-services

MSD Hiring

Revenue Associate/Revenue Specialist I  Records Analyst I/II Revenue Supervisor   For position description, pay information, and to apply please visit our website: http://www.louisvillemsd.org/Careers