Employment Opportunities

Under the direction of the Highway Committee, this position has the overall and primary responsibility to administer and oversee the operation of the Highway and Transportation Department including all programs and staff. Qualifications:  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or related field and a minimum of three (3) years of administrative experience and responsibility in an engineering environment, OR Associate Degree from an accredited vocational or technical school in civil engineering or construction, and familiarity with accounting principles coupled with at least seven (7) years of administrative experience, including budgetary responsibilities in the engineering, highway or transportation industry.  A Professional Engineer’s license is desirable for this position.  Valid Wisconsin Drivers License required.  Availability for emergency call for varying lengths of time on a 24 hour, 7-day basis.  2024 annual salary range:  $95,894.24 - $109,597.28 based on 2080 hours per year.  Application and job description may be obtained from County Web Site:  https://www.co.columbia.wi.us.  Application deadline is:  August 13, 2024.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. 

Full time position in the Columbia County Corporation Counsel Office. This position provides legal services to various County departments and committees, as directed by the Corporation Counsel. Primary areas of responsibility will include child support enforcement and establishment of paternity, mental and alcohol commitments, guardianships and protective placements, zoning, debt collection and other civil legal matters as needed by the County. Qualifications: Law Degree (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school and member in good standing of the State Bar of Wisconsin.  Hire Rate:  $85,691.84 to $92,643.20 annually, based on experience. Employment with Columbia County qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Application for employment and job description can be obtained from the County website at https://www.co.columbia.wi.us  Application deadline is August 7, 2024.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Columbia County Land and Water Conservation Department is seeking a Land and Water Resource Management Technician to join our experienced team of specialists. This is a full-time, 40.0 hours per week, entry-level professional position within the physical and natural sciences focused on the management of natural resources in Columbia County. This position will assist the Land and Water Conservation Department with the implementation of programs, ordinances, policies, technical standards, data & research to identify natural resource management issues and use management tools, programs, and practices to help manage those issues. Educational requirements:  Associate degree in Natural Resources, Soil Science, Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field with applicable experience administering land and water resource management programs preferred. Preferred bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Soil Science, Agronomy, Agriculture or a related field or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities. Computer experience necessary:   Microsoft, GIS, & AutoCAD. Excellent benefits.  Starting wage: $26.818 - $28.234 per hour, based on experience. Interested applicants will need to submit the required County application obtained from https://www.co.columbia.wi.us for consideration to Columbia County Human Resources by email: human.resources@columbiacountywi.gov, fax: (608) 742-9802, or mail:  Columbia County Human Resources, 112 E. Edgewater St., PO Box 63, Portage, WI  53901. Application deadline:  August 13, 2024. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER   

Columbia County Health & Human Services is looking for a Meal Site Manager 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

Full-time position, 40.0 hours per week, with Columbia County Circuit Court Branch 3.  Responsibilities: maintain court calendar, coordinate scheduling and various clerical duties.  Minimum requirements: Associate of Business Degree from an accredited vocational, college or technical school in accounting, administrative or office assistant, or related field 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 accounting, administrative or office assistant, or related field at a vocational, college, or technical school and a minimum of three (3) years of related work experience required. Hire rate:  $20.624 - $21.796 per hour, based on experience.  REQUIRED completion of the Columbia County employment application and review of the job description obtained from Columbia County Web Site:  www.co.columbia.wi.us   Application deadline is August 1, 2024.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Columbia County Health & Human Services is seeking to fill an advanced administrative position completing legal records requests and welfare fraud investigations. Qualifications:  Associate Degree or Certification in Human Services, Finance, Paralegal, Private Investigator, or related field and one (1) year experience as an Economic Support Specialist or other income maintenance programs. Equivalent combination of education and experience with provides necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered. Experience working with all aspects of legal records, Economic Support and clients, and computer experience required and ability to use CARES system.  Starting wage: $22.661 - $25.896 per hour, depending on qualifications. Applicants are required to complete the Columbia County application obtained from website www.co.columbia.wi.us  Application deadline:  August 1, 2024.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER   

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:  www.co.columbia.wi.us.  Position will remain open until a qualified candidate is hired.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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 

Full time position, 40.0 hours per week.  Qualifications: Associate or Business degree from an accredited vocational or technical college in administrative professional or business with some accounting classes and a minimum of two (2) years of responsible office experience. A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Word is required, as well as the ability to work in Excel, Outlook, and Adobe. Ability to accurately type 45 WPM.  Computer experience required.  Hire rate:  $20.624 per hour. Application and job description may be from web site: https://www.co.columbia.wi.us Position will remain open until filled. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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

Applications are being accepted for full time summer employment with Columbia County Highway & Transportation.  This opportunity is open for multiple positions including:

Truck Driver (3 positions):  CDL required, driving dump truck in support of construction operations throughout the county.

Engineering Technician (1 position):  culvert inspections, surveying, right-of-way documentation research, construction assisting, mapping.

Duties as assigned include various tasks related to general maintenance of highways and equipment as stated above.  Must have valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.  Must be 18 years of age. Hire rate: $23.00 per hour truck driver; engineering $20.00 per hour.

For consideration applicants are required to submit a Columbia County application obtained from:  www.co.columbia.wi.us

email:  human.resources@columbiacountywi.gov

or fax to:  608-742-9802

or mail to:   Columbia County Human Resources

P.O. Box 63

112 East Edgewater Street

Portage, WI  53901

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

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

NOW HIRING!

We’re hiring a full-time E911 Dispatch Coordinator. Come join our team and start a new and exciting career!

This is an administrative position with responsibilities for planning, directing, managing, monitoring, leading, and supervising all operations, systems, and personnel in the dispatch division. 

Qualifications: High school diploma or its equivalent, experience comparable to a minimum of five (5) years of dispatch experience. Supervisory experience comparable to a minimum of three (3) years of experience. Must have the ability to effectively multitask while simultaneously using multiple information systems. Must possess excellent moral character, be dependable, and be able to work a Monday-Friday day shift schedule with some flexibility depending on agency needs. Selection process includes oral interviews, background investigation, medical and psychological evaluation, drug/alcohol screening, county residency is not required. Current 2024 top pay of $39.622 per hour, with a hiring rate of $33.460 - $35.223 per hour, based on experience and certification. Columbia County also offers great benefits for sick time, holiday time and vacation time.

Applications are accepted by email, human.resources@columbiacountywi.gov, fax 608-742-9802 or mail Columbia County HR, PO Box 63, Portage, WI 53901.

Application deadline is August 26th, 2024, at 8am. Interviews to be held on September 5^th, 2024. Top candidates will be contacted with an interview time.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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.

Position will remain open unitl filled. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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

AN ADDITIONAL $2 FOR WEEKEND HOURS WORKED

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

PERSONALLY ASSIGNED TAKE HOME SQUAD CAR

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.  Deadline for applications is June 3, 2024.  Interviews for the top candidates will be scheduled after that time.  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. 

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   

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 

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. 

Department:  Columbia Health Care Center
Hiring Wage:  $14.510/hour
Closing Date:  Open

Columbia Health Care Center in Wyocena is recruiting for one full time Environmental Services Aide. This position works Monday – Friday from 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and every 4th weekend. This position performs day-to-day housekeeping functions as assigned

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:  Casual Shifts

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.