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Chamber Events

 

November 3 - 8am, Chamber Coffee for Rock Creek of Ottawa - Reveal Renovations @ 1100 W 15 St,  Ottawa

 

November 10 - 8am, Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting for Tractor Supply @ 2008 S Princeton St, Ottawa 

 

November 17 - 8am, Chamber Ribbon Cutting for Daylight Donuts @ 112 E 17th St, Ottawa 

 

November 25 - 4:30pm, Mayor's Tree Lighting @ 2nd and Main St, Ottawa (following the lighting ceremony there will be the Christmas Parade)

 

November 28 - 5:15pm (program will begin at 5:30pm), Chamber After Hours for Memory Lane Christmas Light Display - Hosted by Harry & Juanita Peckham (enjoy a drive through the light display for free) @ 2710 Vermont Rd, Rantoul 

 

December 1 - 8am, Chamber Ribbon Cutting for Classy Cleaning Company @ 112 W 2nd St, Ottawa 

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East Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging

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Seeing all of the banners around town? Want to honor a veteran in your life? Head over to https://www.FranklinCountyHonors.org/ottawa-honors to preorder a banner to be hung starting next year.

 
 
 

Volunteer Opportunities

 
 
 
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Are you a friendly and enthusiastic person interested in helping the Red Cross save lives? If you have a little free time and are a true “people person,” we have a great volunteer position for you.

 

Volunteer Blood Donor Ambassadors ensure blood donors have a pleasant and fulfilling experience, from the moment they arrive to when they leave.

 

With plenty of flexible volunteer opportunities, you can sign up to help with blood drives that fit your schedule. Visit redcross.org/volunteer or text/call 785-250-6231.

 

Franklin County Cancer Foundation

 

Volunteer hours: 10:00am-2:00pm weekdays (usually different volunteers daily). 215 S Main St, Ottawa KS

 

Duties: Meet with patients who have active cancer and live in Franklin County as well as assist with their needs for payment of household expenses, groceries, medical equipment, and supplies.

 

Contact: Gary Jordan 785-242-5566

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ECKAN Board of Trustees

 

ECKAN is a connection to services that can change lives for the better. We connect our neighbors with housing, food, childcare, and other resources to make way to a better life. What we do provides so much more than services, it’s hope for the future.

 

If you'd like to help your neighbors and make your community a better place, we'd love to have you join our board! Learn more at eckan.org/about-eckan/

Employment Opportunities

 

Ottawa University, Ottawa, KS: is seeking qualified applicants for the following positions below. Position detail and Application for Employment are available at www.ottawa.edu/careers. EOE.

Custodian:

 

Seeking qualified applicants for Full-time/Part-time (Over 20 hrs week or Part-time Under 20 hours week). We offer the opportunity to be a part of a great community atmosphere.

Safety & Security Officer:

 

Seeking qualified applicants for part-time (20 hours per week) positions.

Enrollment Advisor:

 

Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of students within an established territory into the Ottawa Residential Campus programs by using effective enrollment management sales and advising techniques and excellent customer service skills that are aligned with Ottawa University’s student centric philosophy. Generates prospective student and new student enrollments for the Ottawa Residential Campus academic degree programs. Requires personal initiative and ongoing communication with applicants to assist them in all phases of the new student enrollment process. Responsible for achieving measurable enrollment goals and objectives. This position is based out of The Residential in Ottawa, Kansas, and requires travel, and evening/weekend hours.

Director of Library Services:

 

Responsible for University-wide leadership and direction of Library Services. Key activities include working with faculty to identify requirements, developing and evaluating acquisition alternatives, providing effective access and learning environments for students, providing for integration with a variety of course delivery methods, and developing strategies in support of technological, financial and personnel needs. This position is responsible for overseeing the University’s donated collections. The Director of Library Services is eligible for faculty status.

Maintenance Technician II:

 

Performs skilled work in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, and roofing trades. Responsible for inspection and repair of buildings and equipment as well as to ongoing preventive maintenance programs. Requires specialized knowledge and experience.

 
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Wanted: Part-Time Youth Director!

 

Westminster Presbyterian Church is looking for someone to join our team as a youth director. The person we need will provide leadership to the middle and senior high school youth, encourage a deepening love for God, and foster growth in the Christian faith. The Youth Director will promote fellowship and a sense of community among the youth and the church fellowship. Anyone who is interested, please call the Church Office at 785-242-1824.

 
 
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District Office Professional 4-H Youth Development

 

The Frontier Extension District is hiring for this full-time position; work location is Ottawa, KS. See www.frontierdistrict.k-state.edu for responsibilities, qualifications, and application procedure. Screening of applications will begin October 16, 2023. K-State Research and Extension is an EOE of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

 
 
 

Join the Twin Valley family! We are bringing fiber internet to Ottawa and hiring local for technical and community outreach/field marketing roles. Apply online at twinvalley.com/careers and learn more about the project at twinvalley.com/ottawafiber.

 
 
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Repair Tech:

 

The position is responsible for installing, repairing or replacing of materials on current and former buildings. Must enjoy working with others, have patience, a neat appearance, and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers and staff.

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Field Service Coordinator:

 

The position is responsible for assisting the Director of Production with scheduling the Production Superintendents, Building Crews and Sub-Contract crews through daily contact with the Production Superintendents and or Subcontractors throughout QSI.

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Physical Therapist

 

SERC Physical Therapy in Ottawa is hiring a 

Physical Therapist

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Zelda's Café& Frozen Custard

 

Application and Resumes available at sidandnancys2019@gmail.com

Multiple job opportunities are available. Join us and be a part of our TEAM.

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Full-time Receptionist & Tax Preparers

 

Full-time Receptionist wanted to work in a busy tax office. This seasonal position (January to April), provides flexibility, freedom and extra earnings. Successful candidates will wow clients as the frontline face of the office. Email Marcia Mitchell at marcia.mitchell@hrblock.com.

 

Tax Preparers wanted. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with numbers and with people, we want you to join our team. First year tax professionals have a desire to embark on a customer-centric career by first learning the specifics of tax preparation and gaining the skills to prepare accurate tax returns. Email marcia.mitchell@hrblock.com.

 
 
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Sub Van Driver / Packer

 

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Positions available:

1 full-time & 1 part-time!

Hours are 8:30-2 for Full-time ($12/hr)

Part-time hours are 8:30-12 ($11/hr)

A RAISE will be given to anyone who is on the team for 60 days!

 

Requirements:

Have a DL & reliable vehicle

Be self-motivated & goal-driven

Get some kind of satisfaction knowing you cleaned something & made a difference.

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Join Our Team!

 

If you enjoy a fast-paced work environment that puts our employees and customers first, then HomeBase is the perfect first step for a rewarding career in the home improvement and building materials field.

 

Current Career Opportunities

CASHIER - FT

TEAM MEMBER - FT

LOCAL DELIVERY DRIVER - CDL

LUMBERYARD TEAM MEMBER - FT

LAWN & GARDEN TEAM MEMBER - PT

CUSTOMER SERVICE DESK TEAM MEMBER - FT

 

Call (785) 242-8200 for more information

 

The Bug Guys

 

We are hiring!! Looking for career-minded individuals who are not afraid of bugs! Pest Control Technicians needed. Experience preferred, but not needed. Will train. Must be 18yrs of age, clean driving record, drug-free. Call 785-242-2844 for more information or to obtain an application.

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Mac Fasteners, Inc., Ottawa, KS

 

Looking for two thread roll machine operators, one cold header machine operator, and one shipping/warehouse clerk. Mac Fasteners offers competitive pay and benefits for their employees. On the job training provided. Apply online below or in person at Mac Fasteners, 1110 Enterprise St., Ottawa, Kansas.

 
 
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Kitchen & Delivery Staff

 

Apply in person @ 208 S. Main in Ottawa.

 
 
 

Stay Connected with Us

If you have any questions regarding Chamber events or have news or events you'd like to promote, contact us at (785) 242-1000 or email us at events@ottawakansas.org. 

 

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Have a great day!

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Sherri Lund

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sherri@ottawakansas.org

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Ryland Miller

President/CEO

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