City Water Department employees will flush fire hydrants and water mains on the dates and at locations below from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting.

• Tuesday, Nov. 10: The portion of Crete south of the Burlington tracks and from Grove Avenue west to the Blue River, and that area west of the Blue River;
• Wednesday, Nov. 11: The portion of Crete north of the Burlington tracks;
• Thursday-Friday, Nov. 12-13: The portion of Crete south of the Burlington tracks and from Grove Avenue east.

It is necessary to flush the hydrants and mains at intervals to clean them and to check fire hydrant condition. The Public Works Department regrets the inconvenience that will result from the rusty, discolored water. Staff recommends laundering be postponed until the water has cleared several hours after flushing.

Hydrants and water mains are typically flushed in the spring and fall.

For questions, please contact the Public Works Office at City Hall, 402.826.4312.

Enjuague de hidrantes de incendios del 10-13 de noviembre.

Los empleados del Departamento de Agua de la Ciudad enjuagarán los hidrantes de incendios y las tuberías de agua en las fechas y en los lugares a continuación de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m., si el clima lo permite.

• Martes 10 de noviembre: la porción de Crete al sur de las vías de Burlington y desde Grove Ave. hacia el oeste hasta el Blue River, y esa área al oeste del Blue River;
• Miércoles 11 de noviembre: la porción de Crete al norte de las vías de Burlington;
• Jueves-Viernes 12-13 de noviembre: La porción de Crete al sur de las vías de Burlington y de Grove Ave. al este.

Es necesario enjuagar los hidrantes de incendios y las tuberías principales para limpiarlos y verificar el estado de los hidrantes en caso de incendios. El Departamento de Agua lamenta los inconvenientes que resultarán del agua oxidada y descolorida. Se recomienda posponer el lavado hasta que el agua se haya despejado varias horas después del enjuague.

Los hidrantes y las tuberías principales de agua se lavan típicamente en primavera y otoño.

Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con la Oficina de Obras Públicas del Ayuntamiento, 402.826.4312.

Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Crete. Employment opportunities with the city and accompanying application materials and job descriptions will post in this section when they become available, including instructions on submitting application materials to the Human Resources Department. The City also participates in E-Verify, a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. 

Crete is a growing and diverse 'community in motion' with over 7,000 residents who call it home. We embrace our pioneering heritage and present-day diversity and continue to thrive with a strong economy, successful school system, and safe parks and neighborhoods. The City of Crete has nearly 70 full time employees as well as seasonal (summer) opportunities. No matter what role you have with us, you are sure to experience growth, professional development, and career achievements.

(Want to learn more about Crete? Check out City Government, Parks & Recreation, Departments, Library, Business & Industry, and other community groups.)

Current job listing: applications accepted until positions are filled, unless otherwise noted

Police Patrol Sergeant - applications accepted until Nov. 16

Water Operator IV

For additional inquiries, please contact:  
Jennifer Torres, Human Resources Coordinator

City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 
Fax: 402.826.6412
jobs@crete.ne.gov

Crete is a growing and diverse 'community in motion' with over 7,000 residents who call it home. We embrace our pioneering heritage and present-day diversity and continue to thrive with a strong economy, successful school system, and safe parks and neighborhoods.

The City of Crete has nearly 70 full time employees as well as seasonal (summer) opportunities. No matter what role you have with us, you are sure to experience growth, professional development, and career achievements.

(Want to learn more about Crete? Check out City Government, Parks & Recreation, Departments, brand new Library, Business & Industry, and other community links.)

The City of Crete is taking applications for the position of Water Operator IV in the Public Works Department. Full-time, hourly position with benefits. General functions: Organize, and implement all aspects of maintaining City Water and Sewer Line Distribution systems. Reports to Water Department Superintendent. See full job description for more information.

Minimum qualifications include: 

• have high school diploma or GED;
• possess a valid driver’s license;
• be at least 18 years of age;
• be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• reside within 20 minutes of Crete, NE
• obtain State of Nebraska Water Operator’s Grade 1V and Backflow Grade VI Licenses within 24 months of employment. Failure to do so will result in termination of employment.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting City Hall. The City of Crete is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should be completed and submitted in one of the following ways: 

• Download the application and job description, type responses, print as PDF and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Print, write responses, scan, and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Fax to 402-826-6412
• Mail to the attention of Human Resources, City of Crete, at PO Box 86, Crete, NE 68333-0086
• Drop off at Crete City Hall - 243 East 13th Street

View/download the job description and employment application:

• Job description 
• Application for employment 

For additional inquiries, please contact:

Jennifer Torres, Human Resources Coordinator
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.6412
jobs@crete.ne.gov

Jon Pucket was appointed Chief of Police for the City of Crete on Thursday, Oct. 15.

He has a combined 33 years in law enforcement, having served with the Crete Police Department for the last 15 years, most recently as Acting Chief.

Crete is a growing and diverse 'community in motion' with over 7,000 residents who call it home. We embrace our pioneering heritage and present-day diversity and continue to thrive with a strong economy, successful school system, and safe parks and neighborhoods.

The City of Crete has nearly 70 full time employees as well as seasonal (summer) opportunities. No matter what role you have with us, you are sure to experience growth, professional development, and career achievements.

(Want to learn more about Crete? Check out City Government, Parks & Recreation, Departments, brand new Library, Business & Industry, and other community links.)

The City of Crete is taking applications for the role of Police Patrol Sergeant. 

General functions: Assist the Police Captain. Anticipate, plan, develop, organize, implement, and supervise the police patrol services of the city. Supervise subordinate police officers, other employees, interns and volunteers. When necessary, fulfill the administrative and leadership duties of Captain and/or Chief in their absence. Report to the Captain. A full-time hourly position, subject to shift rotation status and being recalled to duty to meet essential government needs.

Minimum qualifications include: 

1. Possess a valid Nebraska driver’s license.
2. Must be at least 21 years of age.
3. Must be a certified law enforcement officer with the State of Nebraska.
4. If not Supervision certified, must complete the NLETC Supervision course (as offered) within one (1) year of hiring.
5. Must have a minimum of five (5) years law enforcement experience.
6. Must be a citizen of the United States.
7. Must meet all other requirements identified in the Crete Civil Service Rules and Regulations.

Necessary Special Requirements:

1. Must maintain a functioning mobile phone.
2. Evening, weekend and holiday hours required.
3. Rotating shifts may be required.
4. Travel for government purposes may be required.

Application packets will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 16, 2026  and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting the Human Resources Coordinator at City Hall. The City of Crete is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should be completed and submitted in one of the following ways: 

• Download the application and job description, type responses, print as PDF and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Print, write responses, scan, and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Fax to 402-826-6412
• Mail to the attention of Human Resources, City of Crete, at PO Box 86, Crete, NE 68333-0086
• Drop off at Crete City Hall - 243 East 13th Street

View/download the application packet, which includes the following:

• Letter of instruction
• Application for employment
• Basic qualifications checklist
• Authorization for release of information
• Job Description/Essential functions

For additional inquiries, please contact:

Jennifer Torres, Human Resources Coordinator
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313
jobs@crete.ne.gov