Employment Opportunities

Full-time salaried position (40 hrs/wk) with Columbia County Facilities Management Department. The Director is responsible for an annual budget and supervising all maintenance and cleaning staff. The Director will oversee all maintenance projects and repairs. Qualifications:  Associate Degree from an accredited technical school and a minimum of three (3) years of custodial maintenance work, including adequate experience in maintenance (electrical, plumbing, H.V.A.C., Johnson Control Metasys System). Must have the ability to understand cleaning routines and what is required. Must possess valid WI driver’s license. Background check will be conducted.  Starting wage:  $34.042 - $38.905 per hour depending on experience. Columbia County also offers a temporary COVID-19 premium payment of $100 per month. Obtain required application at www.co.columbia.wi.us  Application deadline extended through December 14, 2021.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Full time position with Columbia County Highway & Transportation.  Qualifications: Associate Degree from an accredited vocational or technical school and a minimum of two (2) years experience in truck/equipment repairs OR Vocational diploma from an accredited vocational or technical school in welding, fabrication, auto mechanics or related field and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in truck/equipment repairs OR High School diploma or its equivalent and such practical training and experience comparable to a minimum of ten (10) years of current work experience in a daily routine manner, for equipment O.E.M. construction company, etc. with daily repairing/rebuilding duties being, but not limited to; metals, welding, hydraulics, transmissions, differentials, power dividers, gas and diesel engines, brakes, suspensions, as well as wiring for trucks and equipment. Mechanics Job Knowledge, Skills and mechanic examination will be administered. Starting rate $24.648 per hour. Columbia County also offers a temporary COVID-19 premium payment of $100 per month. Completion of County application is required and can be obtained from the website www.co.columbia.wi.us  submit by email, fax or mail. Position will remain open until filled.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Full-time immediate opening for a position with Columbia County Solid Waste Department. Responsible for curbside collection of garbage and recycling materials at various sites throughout Columbia County.  Additional duties may include working at facility, sorting, baling and loading/unloading trucks.  Ability to drive a truck and operate a forklift, skid steer loader and baler. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent preferable and 2 years of work experience which provides required knowledge, skills and abilities.  Must be bondable, REQUIRED to possess valid Wisconsin driver’s license with CDL Class BCD with airbrakes.  Must maintain continued coverage of automobile liability insurance.  Hire rate: $20.891 - $23.873 per hour based on experience. Columbia County also offers a temporary COVID-19 premium payment of $100 per month. Application deadline is December 7, 2021. REQUIRED application & job description obtained from website www.co.columbia.wi.us  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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Columbia County Health & Human Services is a trauma sensitive, strengths-based agency seeking a Full-time Economic Support Specialist/Income Maintenance Worker. The successful candidate must be reliable, professional, compassionate, able to interpret complex rules and regulations and use good judgment to make appropriate eligibility decisions, have exceptional organizational skills, the ability to perform mathematical calculations, the ability to work quickly within deadlines, have  advanced knowledge of universal computer technology and general office equipment, interpersonal skills, conflict resolution skills,  and conduct investigative interviews for various Public Assistance programs, as well as meet performance measures.  Answer calls for Capital Consortium up to 75% of the time. Prior knowledge of FoodShare, Medical Assistance, BadgerCare Plus, Child Care, and Caretaker Supplement or Elderly, Blind, and Disabled programs helpful. Qualifications: Associate or Business Degree from an accredited Vocational, College, or Technical School in a related field or completion of Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services Income Maintenance New Worker Training Certificate. and two (2) years’ experience working with the public OR equivalent combination of training and experience. Successful completion of Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services Income Maintenance New Worker Training Certificate w/in 6 months of hire date required. Hire rate: $19.013 per hour. Columbia County also offers a temporary COVID-19 premium payment of $100 per month.  Required Columbia County application obtained from website www.co.columbia.wi.us Application deadline: December 13, 2021.  Please see video link for description of the job. https://wchsa.org/wchsa-committees/economic-support/economic-support-staff-recruitment/

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Columbia County Department of Health & Human Services embraces strengths-based and trauma informed practices.  The Department is recruiting for an Initial Assessment Child Protective Services Social Worker in the Division of Children and Families.  The Social Worker will partner with families that are referred for child protective services and will identify strengths and needs to implement services necessary to ensure safety within the family home.  The ideal applicant will be able to establish engagement with families to create a trusting relationship that will promote growth and connections with the family unit.  Minimum Qualifications:  Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited Social Work Degree Program.  Must be certified or certifiable as a Social Worker. Requires possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and personal transportation.  Starting wage range: $24.648 to $28.171 per hour based on experience. Columbia County also offers a temporary COVID-19 premium payment of $100 per month. All applicants are REQUIRED to submit the Columbia County application obtained from the County website:  www.co.columbia.wi.us Application deadline is December 10, 2021. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Full time position, 37.5 hrs/wk, Monday thru Friday with Columbia County Health and Human Services.  Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin. Salary range: $26.526 - $30.316 per hour plus fringe benefits. Columbia County also offers a $6,000 sign-on bonus and a temporary COVID-19 premium payment of $100 per month. Application deadline will remain open until filled. All applicants must complete the County application for consideration. Obtain required application from website:  www.co.columbia.wi.us    

  

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Columbia County Health and Human Services is seeking a Nurse Supervisor. This is a full-time position 40 hours per week. Salary Range: $28.416 - $32.471/hour. Columbia County also offers a $6,000 sign-on bonus and a temporary COVID-19 premium payment of $100 per month. This position coordinates, supervises and evaluates general public health nursing service programs and is responsible for protecting and improving the health of the community through education, promotion of healthy lifestyles, reduction of infant and child mortality, elimination/reduction of communicable disease, implementation of emergency preparedness protocols and use of proven, evidence-based data to guide health and wellness programs. This position assumes the general responsibilities of the Public Health Officer in his/her absence.  Requirements: Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin. Background check is required and will be completed by employer. Required completion of Columbia County application which can be obtained through the county website: www.co.columbia.wi.us or call (608)742-9667 or pick up an application from Human Resources at 112 East Edgewater Street in Portage. Position will remain open until filled. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Columbia County is recruiting for a full-time management position in its Behavioral Health and Long Term Support Division to oversee the Comprehensive Community Services program.  The primary tasks of this position are to ensure that Columbia County behavioral health programs utilize a wraparound approach to providing individualized services that focus on client/family strengths, community placement, cultural competency, natural supports, teaming, and collaboration.  Knowledge of Chapter 46.56, 51, and 55 of the Wisconsin State Statutes. Knowledge of DHS 34, 36, 75, 92 and 94 of the Wisconsin Administrative Codes. Knowledge of Medicaid and third-party payor policies and procedures.  Minimum Qualifications: Current licensure under Wis. Stat. §457 as a Clinical Social Worker, Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist, adult psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, family psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, or clinical specialist in adult psychiatric and mental health nursing with 3000 hours of supervised clinical, post-masters experience. Specific experience in service provision in mental health or substance abuse treatment and supervisory experience preferred. Advanced Practice Social Workers and Licensed Professional Counselors In Training working towards their 3000 hours are encouraged to apply. Requires possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and personal transportation. Starting wage: $28.416 - $32.471 per hour, based on experience. Columbia County also offers a temporary COVID-19 premium payment of $100 per month. Application deadline will remain open until filled. Applicants required to complete the Columbia County application obtained from the website: www.co.columbia.wi.us AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Columbia County Highway & Transportation is recruiting for Patrolman. Full time position, 40 hours per week. Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent + 2 years’ experience/training in some type of construction field. Must have valid WI Driver's License, and a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an N endorsement (Tanker) OR must obtain within six (6) months of hire date. $20.891 to $22.079 per hour depending on qualifications. Columbia County also offers a temporary COVID-19 premium payment of $100 per month. Position will remain open until filled. Interested applicants will need to submit the required County application obtained from www.co.columbia.wi.us for consideration. Please complete and submit to Columbia County Human Resources by email, fax or mail. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Application Deadline: Position will remain open until filled            Compensation:  Per Diem rates

·         On Call: $5.00/hour

·         Phone Investigation: $20.00/call

·         Cremation Investigation: $40.00/call

·         Scene Response: $80.00/call

·         Holiday On Call: $10.00/hour

·         Holiday Scene Investigation: $160.00/call

 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Columbia County is establishing an eligibility list to fill vacancies for Deputy Medical Examiners. Deputy Medical Examiners are used to fill vacancies in the scheduled rotation, holiday or weekend vacancies, open shifts due to time off and for responding to simultaneous calls for service.

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to an Associate Degree in Police Science or a related field such as: forensic science, medicine or nursing, crime scene investigation, anthropology, medicolegal death investigation, biology, anatomy, pharmacology, funeral sciences and two years’ experience either performing criminal or civil investigations, including the writing of investigative reports.

Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license and be willing to work flexible hours, nights, holidays and weekends. Selection process includes oral interview and background investigation. Columbia County also offers a temporary COVID-19 premium payment of $100 per month.  All applicants are required to complete a Columbia County employment application, which can be obtained at www.co.columbia.wi.us and returned by fax: 608-742-9802, mail: Columbia County Human Resources, 112 E. Edgewater St., PO Box 63, Portage, WI, or Email: Human.Resources@co.columbia.wi.us . AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Columbia County Health & Human Services is looking for Meal Site Managers at MEAL SITE MANAGER: Columbia County Health & Human Services is looking for Meal Site Managers at the Lodi, Portage and Pardeeville senior nutrition program. Responsibilities include ordering, set up, prep of home delivered meals, delivery of meals as needed, assisting individuals needing help, clean-up, monitoring supplies, accepting donations and executing planned activities. Completion of Serving Safe Food training program within 6 months of hire. Requires a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and clean driving record, ability to maintain accurate records, ability to be courteous, pleasant and helpful to the elderly and/or disabled. Background check is required and will be completed by employer. HIRE RATE: $9.00 per hour. This position is flexible working days Monday- Friday late AM to early or mid-day PM. APPLICATION PROCESS: Required completion of Columbia County application which can be obtained through the county website: www.co.columbia.wi.us or call (608)742-9667. Recruitment will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Part-time position with Columbia County Health & Human Services.  The Aging & Disability Resource Center is hiring drivers interested in a rewarding way to serve the community  to transport senior citizens and individuals with disabilities to medical appointments and nutrition sites, deliver meals and other trips as necessary.  HIRE RATE: $9.50 per hour.  Requires a valid Wisconsin Driver's License and clean driving record, ability to maintain accurate records be courteous, pleasant and helpful to people who are elderly or disabled.  Background check is required and will be completed by employer.  Required completion of Columbia County application which can be obtained through the county website: www.co.columbia.wi.us or call (608)742-9667 or pick up an application from Human Resources at 112 East Edgewater Street in Portage.  Position will remain open until filled.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Columbia County Solid Waste is seeking individuals for Laborer positions. This is a limited term employment currently 40 hours per week. Responsible for sorting and salvaging materials related to various duties in the recycling area. Required to meet the physical requirements related to refuse and recycling material. Hire Rate: $16.00 per hour, no benefits. Background checks will be completed on qualified applicants. Required completion of Columbia County employment application obtained on line www.co.columbia.wi.us or from Columbia County Human Resources 112 East Edgewater Street Portage, WI 53901