Employment
Jones County Employment Application
Current Openings
Public Health Assistant
Full-Time · Posted June 1, 2023 · Closes July 9, 2023Jones County Public Health and the Jones County Board of Health are seeking a full-time Public Health Assistant (Dept. deputy/2nd POC). Under the supervision of the Public Health Director, the Public Health Assistant will perform tasks to achieve the Department’s mission in the areas of the core public health functions and essential services. This includes responsibility for the delivery of population-health based services to ensure the health of the community by gathering and analyzing information, investigating, and educating the community about public health issues. In accordance with federal/state/local laws, ordinances, and guidelines, this role will enhance the delivery of education and services to the community to control and address community/public health issues and hazards.
Seasonal Conservation Aide Position (3 month, 6 month and 9 month)
Full-Time · Posted October 20, 2022Duties: Under direction of the Park Ranger and Natural Resource Manager, this position will assist with all aspects of development and maintenance of county wildlife areas, parks, preserves, campground, and trails. Work is based out of Central Park and its recreational amenities, along with habitat management within outlying conservation and public hunting areas. Typical tasks include but are not limited to operation of various types of equipment and vehicles, handling and application of herbicides, prescribed burns, mowing and hand trimming, tree and limb cutting, refuse and debris removal, assisting campground guests and the public, as well as campsite and lodging upkeep. Applicants must be able to evaluate situations in the field and follow through accordingly, communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the public, and work both independently and in a group capacity.
Employment Dates: Start and end dates are negotiable. Work Schedule: 40 hours/week. Typical work week Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM. Some weekend/evening hours are required. May be required to work in all types of inclement weather.
Salary Range: $15/hr.
To Apply: Submit a Jones County employment application, a resume and a cover letter to the Natural Resource Manager, Curtis Behrens at Curtis.behrens@jonescountyiowa.gov or Jones County Conservation Board, Attn: Curtis Behrens, 12515 Central Park Road, Center Junction, Iowa 52212.
Phone 319-462-0775 with questions.
