Current Openings
JEFFERSON COUNTY: The Boulder and Whitehall (Jefferson County) Libraries are looking for a permanent part-time Library Clerk for administrative services to the Library Board. Ten to fifteen hours per month at $16.74 per hour. Must have excellent writing, filing and computer skills. Knowledge of proper parliamentary procedure preferred but not required. Submit county application, cover letter and resume to the Boulder Library, PO Box 589, Boulder, MT 59632. County applications can be obtained on our website at www.jeffersoncounty-mt.gov. Position will remain open until filled. Any questions call the Boulder Library at 406-225-3241 or Kellie Doherty, HR at 406-225-4010. Incomplete applications, materials will not be processed. Jefferson County may use the following factors to determine whether an applicant meets the qualifications for this position: review of application materials, past work performance, reference checks and structured oral interview. Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer.
Jefferson County Solid Waste District – Collection Site Attendant positions. The Jefferson County Solid Waste Department is seeking seasonal/on-call site attendants to cover shifts at the various collection sites for the summer seasons. These positions will assist the public with solid waste, screen for hazardous waste, writes invoices for charges and record data. Must be able to perform manual labor and lift a maximum of 75 pounds routinely. Must be able to work in adverse weather and available for call-outs. Starting salary is $18.83/per hour . County applications are available from Solid Waste District at 406-225-4159 or Kellie Doherty, HR, PO Box H, Boulder, MT 59632 or call (406) 225-4010, or visit our web-site for on-line application at www.jeffersoncounty-mt.gov. Incomplete applications materials will not be processed. Jefferson County may use the following factors to determine whether an applicant meets the qualifications for this position: review of application materials, past work performance, reference checks and structured oral interview. Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer.
JEFFERSON COUNTY: The Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder’s Office seeks a qualified person to fill the temporary full-time position of Records Clerk/Election Administrator Assistant for a one year period. This position may, per county policy, become a permanent position after the one year period. This position must be able to work well with the public and must have experience with computers and general office work. Experience working in county government is preferred. Position must be able to work overtime during elections and must be able to carry large bags and boxes weighing 35 lbs. or more. This position will be responsible for assisting with all procedures relating to elections and the conduction of elections in accordance with established procedures and the law. This position will further provide backup for all other functions within the Clerk & Recorder’s office, process documents submitted by the public for recording and/or filing accurately and efficiently, this includes: recording, scanning, computerized and manual indexing of records. Salary DOQ/E but typically starts at Grade 9 – $18.83 per hour. Please call Ginger at (406) 225- 4020 or Kellie at (406) 225-4010 with any questions. County applications can be found on the county web-site at www.jeffersoncounty-mt.gov. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and above-referenced county application to Kellie Doherty, Human Resources, at PO Box H, Boulder, MT 59632. Closing date is July 5, 2024 at 5pm. Incomplete applications materials will not be processed. Jefferson County may use the following factors to determine whether an applicant meets the qualifications for this position: review of application materials, past work performance, reference checks and structured oral interview. Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer
Deputy Sheriff Position
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office currently has an opening for one full-time Patrol Deputy. This position will perform general law enforcement duties throughout Jefferson County. This position will be required to reside within the city of Whitehall, MT or have a 10-minute response time to Whitehall, MT.
Wage starting at $29.85/hr. ($62,085.29 annually) – The deputies union is currently participating in a negotiation process.
Take home vehicle issued
Office issued handgun or deputies can carry a personally owned handgun if preferred
12-hour shifts based off of the ‘Pitman Schedule’ which allows for deputies to have every other weekend off, and no more than 3 shifts in a row.
County funded health insurance with the option of adding additional dependents
Requirements
Experience as a sworn law enforcement officer preferred, but not required.
Must be at least 18 years of age and a citizen of the United States
Possess or be eligible for a Montana Driver’s License with a good driving record
Must be of excellent moral character with no criminal history
Must be willing and able to work nights, weekends and holidays.
A thorough background investigation will be conducted including:
Reference checks
Physical fitness test
Written test (National Police Officer Selection Test)
Structured panel interview
Top applicants may be subject to an additional interview
A medical physical and psychological exam will be required of the top applicant(s) at the expense of Jefferson County.
Applications can be obtained at the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office located at 110 S. Washington St. Boulder, MT 59632 -or- online at https://www.jeffersoncountysheriffmt.gov/ Please only use the Sheriff’s Office Application Form. No other application forms will be accepted.
Must have all application materials submitted by 5pm on July 12th, 2024
*All portions of the hiring process, up to and including the Application itself, are subject to evaluation and scoring for ranking and selection of potential employees. Incomplete applications materials will not be processed. Jefferson County may use the following factors to determine whether an applicant meets the qualifications for this position: review of application materials, past work performance, reference checks and structured oral interview. Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information
Human Resources
Kellie Doherty
PO Box H
Boulder MT 59632
(406) 225-4014
kdoherty@jeffersoncounty-mt.gov
Open Office Hours:
Application Forms
Application forms are available as a PDF below or can be requested via email from the Human Resources Department. Incomplete applications materials will not be processed. Jefferson County may use the following factors to determine whether an applicant meets the qualifications for this position: review of application materials, past work performance, reference checks and structured oral interview. Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer.
