All employer participants in PERS will see an employer contribution increase to 17% beginning July 2010. This action has been taken to help make up for the losses in investments but the increase to 17% is only expected to be in effect for one year.

Originally, the projected increase was going to be 20% but in working with the actuary and crunching the numbers, it has been decided that 17% will be adequate.

Is there going to be an employee contribution increase? The Consolidated Public Retirement Board does not have the authority to increase employee contributions, only employers'. Only the Legislature can increase employee contributions.

The City of St. Marys is accepting applications for the full time position of City Recorder’s Assistant.  Applicant must have an accounting background and possess a working knowledge of payroll and labor laws as they relate to payroll.  Must have technology skills with the ability to adapt to new business and office hardware and software platforms including a thorough understanding of MS Office Software and Excel.  Possess excellent written and oral communications skills.  It is preferred that residency within Pleasants County be established within six months of employment.  Salary is negotiable depending on qualifications.  Benefits include paid health, dental, vision, life, and short term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.  Retirement is through WV Public Employees Retirement System.  Applicants are subject to a thorough background investigation, including the verification of references.  Submit applications/resumes along with salary expectations to:

City of St. Marys
City Recorder
418 Second Street
St. Marys, WV   26170

Applications/Resumes shall be submitted by February 26, 2010, unless extended by the City until the position is thereafter filled.   For further information call City Recorder Linda K. Wilson at 304-684-2401 during regular business hours.