Vision:
Auburn, Alabama is committed to being an attractive, environmentally conscious community that is progressive, responsive and hospitable.
This community desires for all citizens:
- safe and attractive neighborhoods with adequate housing
- quality educational opportunities
- diverse cultural and recreational opportunities
- vibrant economic opportunities
- active involvement of all citizens.
Mission:
The mission of the City of Auburn is to provide economical delivery of quality services created and designed in response to the needs of its citizens rather than by habit or tradition.
We will achieve this by:
- Encouraging planned and managed growth as a means of developing an attractive built-environment and protecting and conserving our natural resources
- Creating diverse employment opportunities leading to an increased tax base
- Providing and maintaining reliable and appropriate infrastructure
- Providing and promoting quality housing, educational, cultural and recreational opportunities
- Providing quality public safety services
- Operating an adequately funded city government in a financially responsible and fiscally sound manner
- Recruiting and maintaining a highly motivated work force committed to excellence
- Facilitating citizen involvement.
Strategic Goals:
High Quality of Life Promote community life that includes cultural amenities, green space, recreational opportunities as well as low crime, neighborhood conservation and the Village Center concept.
A Unique Place Promote efforts to keep the distinctive image of Auburn and to build a sense of stability for citizens through downtown development, historic preservation, green space and trees and high standards for appearance.
Planned Growth Promote a balanced and planned focus on growth with a vibrant business community, affordable housing, redevelopment efforts and sound growth policies.
A Shared Sense of Responsibility Promote efforts that will meet the needs of all citizens, encourage all citizens to be involved in civic affairs and that will build partnerships and cooperation within the community.
Efficient Use of Resources Maintain focus and consistency on how we will use resources and funds, be innovative, fair and fiscally responsible.
The City of Auburn has posted a vacancy announcement for the position of Police Officer - Full-Time. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations…
Read More »2024 Parks and Recreation Spring Brochure now available AUBURN, Ala.- The 2024 Auburn Parks and Recreation spring brochure is now available online at auburnalabama.org/parks and in print at Parks and Recreation facilities, the Auburn Public…
Read More »JOB OPPORTUNITIES Recreation Leader - Tennis Center Salary - $10.61 Hourly Job Type - Temporary Part-time Job Number - 00911 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. …
Read More »Frozen Fun Tennis Tournament Set for December 30, 2023 Tennis enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The Frozen Fun half-day tennis tournament is set to take place on Saturday, Dec. 30. The tournament will begin at 8 a.m. at the indoor courts of the…
Read More »Auburn, AL -- Since the '70s, Auburn has hosted an annual toy drive designed to assist families in the Auburn community during the holiday season. This year, Auburn Public Safety will hold its first ever drive-thru Toy Drive on Dec. 2 aimed to…
Read More »Auburn Public Library announces winter learning challenge, upcoming events AUBURN, Ala.- The Auburn Public Library invites everyone to a variety of activities throughout November and December. All events are free and open to the public.…
Read More »AUBURN, Ala.- The Auburn community is invited to honor those who have served our country at the 2023 Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 10. The event will begin at 10 a.m. at the Auburn Veterans Memorial Monument, located at the northeast corner…
Read More »AUBURN, Ala.- City Market is pleased to announce the return of the annual Harvest Market at Town Creek Park, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 7, from 8 a.m. to noon. Local farmers will be present with fresh grown produce, and artists will have a…
Read More »Parks and Recreation fall program registration begins Mon., August 7 Itty Bitty Auburn Scavenger Hunt begins Tues., August 1 Online Registration for Ride & Seek: A Bike Safety adventure now open City Market Sat., August 5 Town Creek Park…
Read More »Volunteers needed for SummerNight Downtown Art Walk Volunteers are needed for the 2023 SummerNight Downtown Art Walk on June 9 ... Read More SummerNight hosts Peachy Keen Culinary Contest Applications are open for the Peachy Keen Culinary…
Read More »Spring Sundown Concert Series begins May 4 The Spring Sundown Concert Series will begin May 4 at Kiesel Park ... Read…
Read More »Formation of Gun Crimes Task Force The Auburn Police Department (APD), Opelika Police Department (OPD), Lee County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) and the Lee County District Attorney's Office (LCDAO) have partnered to create the Metro Gun Crimes Task…
Read More »General Statement of Duties Coordinates and assists with customer service support for the operations of an assigned Parks and Recreation Facility. Distinguishing Features of the Class The principal function of an employee in this class…
Read More »On Monday, March 27, the Alabama Department of Transportation will begin improvements on Shug Jordan Parkway between Richland Road and the entrance to the Army National Guard Armory ... Read More To manage your e-Notifier subscription, that is…
Read More »Auburn Parks and Recreation's online newsletter, LeisureLink, is now available for the week. Visit auburnalabama.org/leisure-link/ to view this week's information. - Town Creek Inclusive Playground equipment additions - Empty Bowls tickets…
Read More »Job Description To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable…
Read More »AUBURN, Ala.- Ready to clear out the clutter in and around your home this spring? Trash Amnesty 2023 will take place March 13 through April 7, allowing Auburn residents to take care of spring cleaning without paying extra fees for collection. This…
Read More »Auburn Floral Trail underway through April 21 The 14-mile, self-guided Auburn Floral Trail is underway now through April 21 ... Read…
Read More »Click Here to view the City Of Auburn LesiureLink March 6-12, 2023
Read More »Click Here to view the City Of Auburn LesiureLink February 27 - March 5, 2023
Read More »Auburn Public Library hosts spring break events The Auburn Public Library will host several events during the week of March 6 ... Read More » AACT Young Performers present 'Holmes and Watson: The Game’s Afoot' AACT Young Performers…
Read More »Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday set for Feb. 24-26 The 2023 Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is set for Friday, Feb. 24, through Sunday, Feb. 26 ... Read More After the meeting: Auburn City Council highlights…
Read More »AUBURN, Ala.- The Auburn Public Library is challenging everyone to spring into reading with the Birds & Blooms Learning Challenge! The challenge? Read at least 1,000 minutes from March 1 through April 30. No matter your age, everyone is…
Read More »General Statement of Duties Plans, organizes, implements and supervises the daily operation of day camp; performs related work as required. Distinguishing Features of the Class The principal function of an employee in this class is to manage…
Read More »Arbor Day Celebration set for Feb. 25 The Tree Commission will give away trees at its annual Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 8:30 a.m. to noon ... Read…
Read More »General Statement of Duties Coordinates and assists with customer service support for the operations of an assigned Parks and Recreation Facility. Distinguishing Features of the Class The principal function of an employee in this class…
Read More »Student Public Finance Specialist General Statement of Duties Performs a wide variety of administrative and technical support duties to Finance staff to help the department function more efficiently. Distinguishing Features of the Class The…
Read More »Parks, facilities grass treatment on Feb. 13 The grass at Hickory Dickory Park, Kiesel Park, Yarbrough Tennis Center, Martin Luther King Park and Sam Harris Park will be treated for weeds on Monday, Feb. 13 ... Read More » Commercial…
Read More »General Statement of Duties Manages the activities and operations of the City's swimming pools and related facilities; performs related work as required. Distinguishing Features of the Class The principal function of an employee in this class…
Read More »General Statement of Duties Performs customer service and administrative back-up duties; performs related work as required. Distinguishing Features of the Class The principal function of an employee in this class is to serve as the Parks…
Read More »Pool Maintenance Worker General Statement of Duties Performs a variety of tasks in the operation of the City's swimming pools during the off season; performs related work as required. Distinguishing Features of the Class The principal…
Read More »Daddy Daughter Date Night is this Friday and Saturday The 33rd-annual Daddy Daughter Date Night is this week, and tickets are on sale now! This year's event will be held at the Auburn Junior High School Fieldhouse Gym (new gym). Daddy Daughter…
Read More »JOB SUMMARY This position performs professional planning duties in support of the positive development of the City of Auburn. MAJOR DUTIES Interprets and applies the City's zoning ordinance, including landscaping and signage regulations,…
Read More »Online registration for 2023 youth track began Feb. 7 and will continue through March 2 for children ages 8-12. The program is designed to prepare the team for the Alabama Recreation and Parks Association District V and State track meets. Those…
Read More »Department Finance Pay Grade: 113 FLSA Status: Exempt Personnel Status: Regular Full-Time JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for performing specialized accounting duties in support of the City and Water Board’s cash…
Read More »11th Polar Plunge Huge Success A huge thank you to everyone who participated in the 2023 Polar Plunge. Samford Pool was packed with those who were willing to take the freezing plunge. After a few words from Auburn Mayor Ron Anders, the first wave…
Read More »Multilingual Story Time set for Feb. 25 Enjoy the beauty and sound of different languages spoken in our community during multilingual story time at the Auburn Public Library on Feb. 25 ... Read More To manage your e-Notifier…
Read More »The City of Auburn is again offering opportunities for residents to learn more about their local government in the form of two academies — the Public Safety Academy and the Citizens’ Academy. Both academies will give residents the…
Read More »Empty Bowls tickets on sale Feb. 6 The 10th annual Auburn-Opelika Empty Bowls event will take place on March 25 at Kiesel Park ... Read More Spring program registration begins Feb. 6 The 2023 Auburn Parks and Recreation Spring…
Read More »Collection System Program Coordinator Department: Water Resource Management Pay Grade: 111 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Personnel Status: Regular Full-Time JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for coordinating internal maintenance programs and…
Read More »To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein…
Read More »LeisureLink January 16-22, 2023 Auburn Parks and Recreation's online newsletter, LeisureLink, is now available for the week of the January 16-22, 2023. Visit auburnalabama.org/leisure-link/ to view this week's information. - Thu., Jan. 19…
Read More »Salary $10.30 Hourly Location Auburn, AL Job Type Temporary Part-time Department PSPRLeis Job Number 00764 Closing Continuous General Statement of Duties Coordinates and assists with athletic activities within the Parks and Recreation…
Read More »Auburn, AL - The City of Auburn is again offering opportunities for residents to learn more about their local government in the form of two academies — the Public Safety Academy and the Citizens’ Academy. Both academies will give…
Read More »Auburn, AL - Automotive parts supplier Rausch & Pausch LP (RAPA) plans to invest over $25 million in its 70,000-square-foot location in Auburn Technology Park West. The German-based company, which celebrated its 10-year anniversary in Auburn…
Read More »Schmidt Automotive invests $7.7M in Auburn location Schmidt Automotive, a member of the MAT Foundry Group, is expanding its high-precision and high-volume production in Auburn by investing $7.7 million in new, highly automated equipment. This…
Read More »AUBURN, Ala.- The Auburn Public Library is partnering with Impact America-Alabama to offer free tax assistance to qualifying taxpayers. Volunteers — certified and trained through the IRS's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program — will…
Read More »Auburn Parks and Recreation Martin Luther King Jr. holiday schedule All Auburn Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed Monday January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. holiday with the exception of the Yarbrough Tennis Center. The…
Read More »Recreation Leader-Athletics Temporary Part-time - $10.30 Hourly Department: PSPRLeis General Statement of Duties Coordinates and assists with athletic activities within the Parks and Recreation Department; performs related work as required.…
Read More »JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for providing administrative support for court operations. MAJOR DUTIES Processes legal documents. (35%) -Receives complaints and sworn affidavits. -Issues arrest warrants. -Processes arrest and…
Read More »AUBURN, Ala.- Calling all dog lovers! Auburn Parks and Recreation and the Lee County Humane Society will host Bark in the Park, an event celebrating responsible dog ownership, on Saturday, March 18, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Kiesel Park. This FREE…
Read More »General Statement of Duties Coordinates and assists with camp activities within the Parks and Recreation Department; performs related work as required. Distinguishing Features of the Class The principal function of an employee in this class is…
Read More »January 2-10, 2023 Frank Brown & Boykin Community Center Fitness Membership increases Our fitness center and non-resident basketball memberships at Frank Brown Recreation Center and Boykin Community Center will be $30 starting on Tuesday,…
Read More »Water Plant Maintenance Tech JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for the consistent and reliable operation of various water supply, pumping, and treatment facilities by the repair and maintenance of these facilities. MAJOR DUTIES …
Read More »AUBURN, Ala.- The Auburn City Council is accepting applications to fill a supernumerary position on the Board of Zoning Adjustment. The term will begin Jan. 21, 2023, and end Jan. 20, 2026. The Board of Zoning Adjustment hears and decides on cases…
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