Department:Public Works DepartmentJob Title:Administrative AssistantDate Requested:March 8, 2024Date Needed:ASAPSalary:$43,260.00 annually/full-timeJob Requirements: High school graduate or GED equivalent Must have the ability to deal tactfully and respectfully with the public in person and on the phone Must be good with numbers Must have excellent verbal, written and organizational skills Must have the ability to operate office machines (calculator, copier, fax, computer, …
Tornado Siren Test Scheduled for Tuesday
This is Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana, March 10-16, 2024. The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) encourages all families, schools and workplaces to make tornado safety plans. The statewide tornado drill is scheduled to begin at 9:15 am Central on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.
Hammond Announces Implementation of ShotSpotter Gunshot Detection Technology
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr announced an agreement with ShotSpotter, a leading gunshot detection technology provider, to install ShotSpotter in the City of Hammond. “I always want our police department to have the best technology at their disposal to combat crime, and ShotSpotter is just another tool for them to help solve crimes and also prevent and deter criminal activity …
Proposal Received for Memorial Park Senior Residences and Townhomes
At the Hammond Redevelopment Commission meeting on March 1, 2024, the Commission opened proposals submitted for the redevelopment of Memorial Park Senior Residences and Townhomes project located in Hammond’s 3rd District behind the Ofelia Steen Center near Highland Street and Wallace Road. One proposal was submitted and opened, from Gorman & Company, LLC. “Hammond continues to be a great place …
JOB POSTING: Laborer
Department:Sanitary District – Sewer MaintenanceJob Title:LaborerDate Requested:February 27, 2024Date Needed:ASAPSalary:$21.06 per hour full time with full benefitsJob Requirements: Ability to perform heavy lifting up to 90 pounds and strenuous work Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions Ability to use a variety hand and power tools Able to legally operate motor vehicles (CDL with tanker endorsement preferred) Must …
WALKABLE USA Documentary Re-Airs in March
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Department of Planning and Development are pleased to announce the re-airing of WALKABLE USA, a documentary over four years in the making, focusing on the revitalization of downtown Hammond, Indiana. “The downtown part of our city is so important for our psyche in Hammond,” said Mayor McDermott. “If we expect our downtown to …
Garbage Pickup Will Be One Day Late in Observance of Presidents’ Day
The Hammond Public Works Sanitation division will not be working Monday, February 19, 2024, in observance of Presidents’ Day. Monday through Friday’s garbage pick-ups will be one day late. Sanitation will be working on Saturday, February 24, 2024.
Hammond Police Department Now Hiring
COMPETITIVE CAREER SALARY INCREASES: PROBATIONARY PAY $52,025 INCREASES TO $63,867 AFTER FIRST YEAR LEADING RETIREMENT SALARY SPECIALTY PAY, LONGEVITY PAY, HOLIDAY PAY, WELLNESS PAY, SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL, UNIFORM ALLOWANCE, EDUCATIONAL REIMBURSEMENT, RESIDENCY BONUS SUBSTANTIAL VACATION TIME GENEROUS SICK POLICY 14 HOLIDAYS PER YEAR ELIGIBLE FOR POST-RETIREMENT CITY OF HAMMOND HEALTH/DENTAL/VISION AFTER 15 YEARS OF SERVICE PATROL, TRAFFIC, CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS, GANGS, NARCOTICS, …
Warming Shelters Open in Hammond
Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr., has announced that due to the extreme cold expected this week, the City of Hammond has identified several buildings as warming centers, including: the Jean Shepherd Center, Hammond Civic Center, and Hammond Sportsplex. Individuals may use these facilities during regular operating hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. if necessary to get out of the cold. …