Employment Opportunities
Posted positions are considered open until filled. For consideration for an available job posting, applicants should submit application, resume, and cover letter. No phone calls, please. Applications may be submitted:
- via email to townmanager (at) damascus.org,
- in person at Damascus Town Hall between the hours of 9am to 5pm Monday through Friday,
- or via mail to Town of Damascus, P.O. Box 576, Damascus, VA 24236.
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Public Works Crew Member (Seasonal)
The Town of Damascus is seeking a dependable individual for a Public Works seasonal position, which runs from April through September, Monday - Friday. Primary responsibilities include seasonal landscaping maintenance by operating zero-turn mowers, push mowers, string trimmers, and chainsaws to maintain town parks, trails, and public areas. (posted January 15, 2026)
Requirements:
The Town of Damascus is seeking a dependable individual for a Public Works seasonal position, which runs from April through September, Monday - Friday. Primary responsibilities include seasonal landscaping maintenance by operating zero-turn mowers, push mowers, string trimmers, and chainsaws to maintain town parks, trails, and public areas. (posted January 15, 2026)
Requirements:
- Ability to perform physical labor in various weather conditions.
- Experience with landscaping equipment (preferred but not required).
- Reliability and a strong work ethic.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Contract Opportunities
Request for Proposals: Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) Project
The Town of Damascus is currently accepting Proposals from qualified firms to provide the following professional services: Engineering and design services related to the project are prescribed by NRCS and include the following primary objectives: 1) remove debris and sediment in waterways and floodplains; (2) restore the hydraulic capacity of impaired waterways and floodplains; and (3) protect channels from additional erosion using treatment measures such as armoring, flow defection, grade stabilization, and bioengineering.
Sealed proposals will be accepted until 4:00 PM on May 04, 2026. Proposals received after the deadline, postmarks notwithstanding, shall be rejected. The Town of Damascus reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals.
Please direct questions to:
Gavin Blevins, Planning Director, Mount Rogers Planning District Commission,
(276) 783-5103 x. 315 • [email protected]
(posted April 3, 2026)
The Town of Damascus is currently accepting Proposals from qualified firms to provide the following professional services: Engineering and design services related to the project are prescribed by NRCS and include the following primary objectives: 1) remove debris and sediment in waterways and floodplains; (2) restore the hydraulic capacity of impaired waterways and floodplains; and (3) protect channels from additional erosion using treatment measures such as armoring, flow defection, grade stabilization, and bioengineering.
Sealed proposals will be accepted until 4:00 PM on May 04, 2026. Proposals received after the deadline, postmarks notwithstanding, shall be rejected. The Town of Damascus reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals.
Please direct questions to:
Gavin Blevins, Planning Director, Mount Rogers Planning District Commission,
(276) 783-5103 x. 315 • [email protected]
(posted April 3, 2026)
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Licensed & Insured Contractors (ongoing)
General Town projects may include facility renovations, streets and sidewalks, and more. If you would like to be considered for contract work for the Town of Damascus and are licensed and insured in the Commonwealth of Virginia, please contact Town Hall at (276) 475-3831, [email protected], or in person at 208 West Laurel Avenue.
General Town projects may include facility renovations, streets and sidewalks, and more. If you would like to be considered for contract work for the Town of Damascus and are licensed and insured in the Commonwealth of Virginia, please contact Town Hall at (276) 475-3831, [email protected], or in person at 208 West Laurel Avenue.
The Town of Damascus is an equal opportunity employer. Minority and/or female-owned business firms are encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted until the position or contract is filled.
