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Janitor

Columbia County Facility Management Department is recruiting for a full-time position (40 hrs/wk).  Employee will be assigned to work at any of the Columbia County facilities maintained by Facilities Management (Administration Building/Health & Human Services/Courthouse/Sheriff’s Office/Jail).  Qualifications:  High School Diploma or its equivalent, minimum of 1-year work experience in housekeeping, maintenance or groundskeeper desirable. Background and reference checks will be conducted.  This position is Monday - Friday 3:30 P.M. to 12:00 A.M. (midnight).  Salary range based on experience: $18.584 to $21.244 per hour, depending on experience. Applicants are REQUIRED to submit an application obtained from the Columbia County website:  https://www.co.columbia.wi.us.  Position will remain open until a qualified candidate is hired.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Deputy Clerk of Courts

This is a full-time position, 40 hrs/week in the Columbia County Clerk of Court Office.  Responsibilities will relate to all matters related to criminal, traffic, small claims, civil, judgment and liens, family court or jury applications. Assignments will include case management, drafting and processing legal documents, participating in court proceedings, maintaining official paper and electronic documents, and counter assistance in the office.  Other duties will vary as assigned including financial and calendar matters. Required to meet one of the following:  Associate Degree from an accredited vocational, college or technical school in bookkeeping, accounting, or business law and a minimum of two (2) years of responsible office experience, or High School diploma or its equivalent supplemented by post high school course work with at least two (2) semesters in bookkeeping, accounting, or business law at a vocational, college, technical school, or on-line course and a minimum of two (2) years of responsible office experience. Computer Experience required.  Hire rate:  $20.624 per hour. All applicants are required to complete a Columbia County application obtained on the website https://www.co.columbia.wi.us  Application deadline: November 12, 2024.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Youth Justice Social Worker

The Columbia County Department of Health & Human Services is recruiting for a Youth Justice Social Worker in the Division of Children and Families.  The Youth Justice Team strives to reduce recidivism and increase community protection in Columbia County by holding youth accountable, providing services, and strengthening the family foundation. This position involves providing case management and court work for youth that have been referred for law violations, truancy, and behavioral concerns.  Minimum Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from an accredited Social Work degree program is preferred.  Must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or other Human Service program and be certified or eligible to obtain certification as a Social Worker.  Requires possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and personal transportation.  Starting wage: $27.508-$29.800 per hour, depending on experience.  All applicants are required to complete the Columbia County application obtained from the website:  https://www.co.columbia.wi.us. Application deadline is November 15, 2024. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Economic Support Specialist/Income Maintenance Worker

ESS/IM workers are an administrative position. Do you like numbers and talking on the phone, have customer service, finance, banking, retail, or call center experience? Columbia County Health & Human Services is seeking Full-time Economic Support Specialist/Income Maintenance Workers. The successful candidates with prior customer service, finance, banking, call center, or retail experience, must be reliable, professional, compassionate, able to interpret complex rules and regulations and use good judgment to make appropriate eligibility decisions. Position will answer calls for the Capital Consortium and maintain a caseload. Prior knowledge of FoodShare, Medical Assistance, BadgerCare Plus, Child Care, and Caretaker Supplement or Elderly, Blind, and Disabled programs helpful, but not required. Qualifications: Associate or Business Degree from an accredited Vocational, College, or Technical School in a related field or 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 Certification (certification training provided while on the job) and successful processing of cases w/in 6 months of hire date required. Hours for these positions may start as early as 7:15 and end as late as 4:30. Hire rate: $20.624 per hour. Required Columbia County application obtained from website https://www.co.columbia.wi.us  Application deadline is November 18, 2024. Interviews will be held on Thursday, November 21, 2024. Top candidates will be contacted with an interview time. Please see video link for description of the job: https://wchsa.org/economic-support-staff   AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER   

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Division of Children & Families Aide

The Columbia County Department of Health and Human Services is recruiting for an Aide in the Division of Children & Families to support Youth Justice and Child Protective Services.  This position involves a variety of moderately complex office and clerical procedures, supporting Social Work staff, transporting youth and families, supervising family interactions for children in out of home care, and establishing engagement with families to promote positive social skills and parenting techniques.  Qualifications:  Computer experience required. Associate Degree from an accredited vocational, college, or technical school in a field related to the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, and a minimum of 1 year of responsible experience, OR High School diploma or its equivalent supplemented by post high school course work at a vocational, college, or technical school and a minimum of 3 years responsible experience in a related field.  Requires possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and personal transportation.  Hire rate: $20.624 - $23.572 per hour, depending on experience. All applicants are required to complete the Columbia County application obtained from the website:  https://www.co.columbia.wi.us. Position will remain open until filled. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Highway Patrolman

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, Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred OR must obtain within six (6) months of hire date through County CDL school. $24.710 to $25.413 per hour depending on qualifications. Position will remain open until filled. Interested applicants will need to submit the required County application obtained from https://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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Accounting Assistant

Challenging full time (40.0 hrs/wk) County Government position, located within the Columbia County Health & Human Services Department, which requires accuracy and thorough knowledge of accounting concepts and principles. Computer experience required in Microsoft Windows and Office applications. Experience with PeopleSoft accounting system beneficial. Responsible for various accounting tasks.  Must be motivated and capable of working on multi-tasks within defined time constraints.  Qualifications: Minimum of an Associate Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited vocational, college, or technical school and a minimum of two (2) year responsible office experience. Hire rate: $22.661 per hour. Applicants REQUIRED to submit a Columbia County application for consideration obtained from the County website https://www.co.columbia.wi.us.  Position will remain open until filled.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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Dining Center Coordinator

Columbia County Health & Human Services is looking for a Dining Center Coordinator for the Columbus 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, and  accepting donations.  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:  $10.00 per hour.  This position is Monday- Friday, approximately 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  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

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Safety & Environmental Manager

Senior field manager position within Columbia County Highway & Transportation; responsibilities include but are not limited to, assist Commissioner with planning, permitting, and training department personnel, resources, and projects for successful implementation and completion to maintain equipment, buildings, grounds, bridges, culverts, roads, safety devices, signage, and road right-of-way on the State including interstate, County, and Town road systems within the county. WEEKEND AND NIGHT ON CALL position, assisting other managers and superintendents in the oversight of the day-to-day operation of the department. Qualifications: A minimum of five years of experience in planning, designing, maintaining, or supervising field construction and inspection of highways, bridges, culverts, signage; OR A combination of field experience and vocational or technical school background in Civil Technology or related field, and a minimum of two years responsible highway maintenance and/or highway construction experience. Computer knowledge and skills essential as well as public outreach coordination would be beneficial.  Wisconsin Class A Commercial Driver’s License with H and N endorsement within 6 months of hire. Salary: $76,806.08 – $81,190.72. Application and job description obtained at: Columbia County Human Resources, 112 E. Edgewater St., P.O. Box 63, Portage, WI  53901, (608) 742-9667.  Web Site Address: www.co.columbia.wi.us.  Position will remain open until filled.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

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Mechanic/Master Mechanic

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. Position is being filled at either Mechanic level (starting rate $26.737 - $28.269 per hour) or Master Mechanic level ($28.774 - $30.422 per hour), based on experience and certifications. Wisconsin Class A Commercial Driver’s License with H and N endorsement within 6 months of hire through County CDL school. 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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Driver - Aging & Disability Resource Center ("ADRC")

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: $10.00 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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Laborer Recycling - Limited Term Solid Waste Facility

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 online www.co.columbia.wi.us or from Columbia County Human Resources 112 East Edgewater Street Portage, WI 53901

 

911 Dispatcher/Communication Operator

NEW PAY INCREASE!

 

We are hiring a full-time 911 Dispatcher/Communication Operator. Come and join our team and start a new and exciting career!

 

Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent; related work experience preferably in operating two-way radio equipment, with strong computer and communication skills. Must have the ability to effectively multitask, simultaneously using multiple information systems. Must possess excellent moral character; be dependable; and be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Selection process includes oral interviews, background investigation, medical and psychological evaluation, drug/alcohol screening, county residency is not required. Hire rate $24.710 - $28.234 per hour, based on experience and certification. Columbia County also offers the following incentives:

 

• Additional Two Dollars ($2) per hour weekend pay.

• Additional Two Dollars ($2) per hour nighttime shift differential premium pay.

• Columbia County provides great benefits for sick time, holiday time and vacation time.

• 12-hour shifts with every other 3-day weekend off.

 

Please include your responses to the 3 questions in Section 6 in the DJ-LE 330 application. Please limit your response to a one-page typed letter. Applications are accepted by email, human.resources@columbiacountywi.gov, fax 608-742-9802 or mail Columbia County HR, PO Box 63, Portage, WI 53901.

 

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Deputy Sheriff

NOW HIRING TO FILL A NEWLY CREATED POSITION!

 

STARTING PAY BETWEEN $29.602 – $36.961 PER HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE

WAGES INCLUDE AN ADDITIONAL $2 PER HOUR ON WEEKENDS

UP TO 144 HOURS OF VACATION UPON HIRE FOR LATERAL TRANSFER CANDIDATES

PERSONALLY ASSIGNED TAKE HOME SQUAD CAR

DEPUTY SHERIFF:  The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting to fill current Deputy Sheriff vacancies.  Lateral transfer candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a patrol deputy position.  Patrol deputies will be issued a take home squad that is assigned to them.  Deputies are eligible for specialized teams like SWAT, Dive, Boat Patrol, Drug Unit, Honor Guard, K-9, Crisis Negotiation, Critical Incident Debriefing, Accident Reconstruction, Crime Scene Evidence Tech, and Drone Unit.

Qualifications: Minimum two-year associate degree or 60 credits from an accredited Technical College, College, or University; a High School diploma or its equivalent; and a minimum of 18 years of age.  State Law Enforcement Standards Board Certified or Certifiable is preferred.

Requirements: Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license with a good driving record. Be able to pass an extensive and thorough background check including physical and psychological examination as well as drug and alcohol screening.  Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes holidays, weekends, and nights. Must have uncompromised integrity with high moral standards.

How to Apply: Submit WI Law Enforcement Standard Board application DJ-LE330.  Applicants MUST complete the 3 questions in Section 6 for consideration. Selection process includes review of application documents, oral interviews, background investigation, medical & psychological evaluations, drug and alcohol screenings. Obtain the Law Enforcement application from the Columbia County Website or Wilenet.  Position will remain open until filled. Applications can be emailed to human.resources@columbiacountywi.gov or mailed to Columbia County HR, PO Box 63, Portage, WI 53901. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

In addition to the DJ-LE330, please submit your answers to the following essay questions:

1. Why do you feel you are the best candidate for a Deputy Sheriff position with Columbia County?

2. Why is the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office your department of choice?

3. How does the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office fit into your career goals?

Please limit your response to a one-page typed letter for each question. 

The 2024 pay range is $29.602 - $39.333 per hour with a starting pay range between $29.602 – $36.961 per hour depending on law enforcement experience and certifications as dictated by the Columbia County lateral transfer program. 

Patrol deputies work a 12-hour shift and will be scheduled off every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.  Excellent benefits package with health, dental, and eye insurance, up to 144 hours of vacation for lateral transfers, 88 hours of Holidays, 8 hours earned a month of sick time.  Patrol Deputies will receive an additional $2.00 per hour for weekend hours worked. Columbia County contributes $35 each pay period into a separate Healthcare Reimbursement Account ("HRA") to be used upon retirement for health insurance costs. Upon Retirement, Deputies will receive $6,000 a year for health insurance if they meet the required years of service as stated in the collective bargaining agreement. All uniforms and equipment issued upon start date with a yearly uniform allowance of $700 after the first year. 

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Jail Deputy

Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting to fill current vacancies for a Jail Deputy. Schedule is 12-hour shifts with every other 3-day weekend off. Qualifications:  High School Diploma or equivalent; excellent moral character; dependable; and ability to handle and control inmates. Selection process includes oral interviews, background investigation, medical & psychological evaluations, drug and alcohol screenings, county residency not required.  Hire rate $24.710 - $28.234 per hour, based on experience and certification. Columbia County also offers the following incentives:

  •  Additional Two Dollars ($2) per hour weekend pay.
  • Jail staff who complete five (5) years of service in the Jail shall receive a one-time payment of Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000).
  • Jail staff who retire from the County at age fifty-five (55) or above with at least twenty-five (25) years of continuous service with the Sheriff’s Office, shall receive Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) into a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) per year, through the age of sixty-five (65). 

 Application process:

REQUIRED to submit WI Law Enforcement Standard Board application DJ-LE330 complete the 3 questions in Section 6 General.  

Please limit your response to a one-page typed letter. 

Obtain the Law Enforcement application from the Columbia County website: www.co.columbia.wi.us or wilenet.org  Position will remain open until filled.  Applications accepted by email: human.resources@columbiacountywi.gov  fax 608-742-9802 or mail Columbia County HR, PO Box 63, Portage, WI  53901.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER   

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Court Services III

Now Hiring - Part Time

Courthouse Security / Transport Deputy

Individuals With Past Law Enforcement or Correctional Experience Are Encouraged to Apply!

 

Seeking individuals to work 2-3 days per week performing courthouse security and inmate transport duties on a part time basis. This position is an armed and uniformed Special Deputy Sheriff position working for the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office. Shifts are Monday-Friday with daytime hours.

Applicants must have been certified or certifiable by Wisconsin DOJ Training and Standards Board for either the law enforcement or jail academies and pass and maintain said State of WI certifications for Firearms, EVOC, and Defensive Tactics.

How to Apply: Submit WI Law Enforcement Standard Board application DJ-LE330.  Selection process includes review of application documents, oral interviews, background investigation, medical & psychological evaluations, drug and alcohol screenings. Obtain the Law Enforcement application from the Columbia County Website (https://www.co.columbia.wi.us/columbiacounty/) or Wilenet.  Applications accepted by email: human.resources@columbiacountywi.gov  fax 608-742-9802 or mail Columbia County HR, PO Box 63, Portage, WI  53901. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

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Environmental Services Manager

Columbia Health Care Center in Wyocena is recruiting for a full time Environmental Services Manager.  This position plans and supervises maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry functions to ensure a safe/sanitary environment for residents, staff, and visitors.  Requirements:  Two or more years of management/supervisory experience preferred.   Three years’ experience or post high school education in mechanical, electrical, plumbing and/or HVAC.  Journeyman/tradesman license preferred.  Starting wage:  $26.737 - $29.029 per hour depending on experience.  All applicants are required to complete the Columbia Health Care Center application obtained from the County website – https://www.co.columbia.wi.us.  Application deadline is November 8, 2024.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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Dietary Aide/Relief Cook

Department:  Columbia Health Care Center

Hiring Rate:  $14.141 per hour

Relief Cook Rate:  $16.075 per hour

Closing Date:  Open

 

Columbia Health Care Center is currently seeking at part time Dietary Aide/Relief Cook.  This position works 60 hours per 2 week pay period which includes every other weekend.  Additional hours may be available. 

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Registered Nurses & Licensed Practical Nurses

Department:  Columbia County Health Care Center
RN Wage Range:  $34.191 - $43.835 /hour
LPN Wage Range:  $24.524 - $31.434/hour

Closing Date:  Open
Positions Available:  Full Time PM and Casual

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Certified Nursing Assistant Positions

Department:  Columbia County Health Care Center
Wage Range: $16.985 - $21.734/hour, plus PM/NOC/Weekend Shift Differentials
Closing Date:  Open
Positions Available:  AM, PM and NOC – 8 hour and 12 hour.

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