Want to make a difference? Join our team and work for the third fastest-growing city in the nation! The City of Princeton is currently accepting applications for Firefighter/EMT. Benefits include: ✅ A 48/96 shift schedule ✅ Medical, Dental, Vision, Longevity, 457, Life, TMRS ✅ Vacation, Holiday, Bereavement, Sick, and other leave ✅ Education/Certification Incentive Pay and Education Reimbursement ✅ Training and additional Fire Certifications offered ✅ Opportunity to serve the community as public servants ✅ Base pay start - $70,274.24 Interested in applying? Visit https://bit.ly/4bn7Xbe. Applications are due by 5:30 p.m. on January 18. #ProgressWithPurpose
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In 1881 the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad Company extended its line from Greenville to McKinney.The name Wilson’s Switch was commonly used to designate the area. When residents applied for a post office branch, they learned that the name Wilson was already being used in the state of Texas. The community then submitted the name Princeton in honor of Prince Dowlin, a landowner and promoter of the town. This name was accepted, and a post office was established in 1888.Princeton was incorporated in May of 1912. Located in the rich agricultural region of the Blackland Prairie, Princeton quickly became a retail and commercial center for area farmers. In addition to providing mills and grain elevators for wheat, corn, onions, and sorghums, the town also housed a lumber factory that became the state’s largest producer of bois d’arc lumber. By the mid-1920’s the town provided electricity, water, natural gas, and paved roads for 500 residents. In 1940, the migratory camp was built west of Princeton where the Community Park is now located. It was built for the people who moved into the area to work during the onion and cotton seasons. It was estimated that there were 300-400 migrants at the camp during this period. Also, 76 cabins were built out of California redwood with shingle roofs and concrete floors. Each cabin was equipped with two beds, oil cook stove with oven, oil heater, and four chairs. In February of 1945, the camp was turned into a prisoner of war camp for Germans captured during World War II. The city employed the prisoners to make improvements, including enlarging the public park. This operation was continued for eight months. When it was no longer used for prisoners of war, it once again became a migratory camp. In 1990 the population was 2,321. The population was 3,477 in 2000. In the 2010 Census the population had reached 6,924. In the 2020 Census, the population has grown to 17, 027.
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http://www.princetontx.gov
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- Princeton, Texas
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- 1912
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2000 E Princeton Dr
Princeton, Texas 75407, US
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What a fantastic way to end the year! Our Employee Appreciation Event was a huge success, bringing together the incredible people who make our City a better place every day. From heartfelt recognition to fun moments of camaraderie, we celebrated the hard work and dedication that drives our community forward. A huge thank you to each and every one of our employees for your contributions and commitment throughout the year. Here’s to many more successes in the year ahead! 🙌 #ProudToBePrinceton
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We are thrilled to announce that Jim Wehmeier has joined our team as the Economic Development Corporation/Community Development Corporation CEO for the City of Princeton! Jim has accumulated almost 20 years of experience in leadership roles within various economic development corporations and municipalities. Most recently, he held the position of Director of Economic Development for Ennis, Texas, where he has been overseeing all economic development programs and activities since October 2020, as well as the management of the Ennis Municipal Airport, five special districts, and other strategic initiatives. Please join us in welcoming Jim to our community!
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The City of Princeton is hiring! Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? We'd love to have you join our team! Check out all our open positions and apply today: https://lnkd.in/gPWFDs6P #ProgressWithPurpose
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Last week, Library Director Glenda Puckett and Library Technician Amy Massey attended the Collin County Library Leaders meeting at Collin College in Plano. The meeting featured representatives from local municipalities, school districts, and Collin College. They discussed Collin College’s Workforce Fair, upcoming projects, challenges faced by libraries, and strategic planning. Additionally, they had the opportunity to tour the makerspace and use the tools! This was beneficial to our team as Princeton will have a makerspace in its future library. Collin College staff has offered to guide and mentor our library team through the process when the time comes. We can't wait for our future growth!
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The Public Works team was thrilled to honor ROWE Supervisor Austin Aday as its October Employee of the Month! "After five years with Princeton Public Works, I value the opportunities to grow, learn, lead, and support my team," Austin says. Please join us in congratulating Austin on this well-deserved recognition! #ProudToBePrinceton
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Please join us in celebrating and thanking Streets Crew Lead Larry Treadway for ten years of dedicated service to the Princeton community! #ProudToBePrinceton
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Please join us in celebrating and thanking Assistant Director of Public Works Preston Jones for ten years of dedicated service to the Princeton community! #ProudToBePrinceton
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Please join us in celebrating Municipal Courts Week, November 4-8, 2024! We express our heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated members of our Municipal Court team, whose commitment and professionalism keep our justice system running smoothly. Your hard work and service to our community are truly appreciated! Last month, the City of Princeton Municipal Court achieved an important milestone by officially becoming a court of record. This advancement enhances our ability to serve the community and ensures greater transparency and accountability in our judicial processes. #ProudToBePrinceton
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Congratulations to DeShawyna Walker for graduating from the Texas Women's Leadership Institute! DeShawyna serves as the EDC and CDC's Economic and Community Development Coordinator and was part of the fifth class of the TWLI program. Read TWLI's press release here: https://bit.ly/4ftCaGT #ProudtoBePrinceton
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