| Pottawattamie County is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment. No person will be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other similar legally protected status. You may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Applicants may be required to submit to drug and alcohol screening prior to employment and can be subject to background verifications.
Applications are only accepted at the time of vacancy. Unsolicited applications will not be kept on file.
To download an application for employment, click here.
Current Job Postings:
Part-Time Registered Nurse
911 Dispatcher
Receptionist - Attorney
Part-Time Registered Nurse
The Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office is accepting resumes for a part-time Registered Nurse. Responsible for providing professional nursing care to inmates at the County jail. Applicants must have a current nursing license from the State of Iowa or residing compact state. Must possess current CPR certification. Scheduled work hours, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Competitive compensation. Submit application, resume and cover letter to the Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office/Jail- Medical Division, 1400 Big Lake Road, Council Bluffs, Iowa. Contact Tricia Jones at 712-890-2291 for information. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For an application please click here. The Pottawattamie County Sheriff conducts pre-employment screenings to include a drug test. EOE
Part-Time Registered Nurse - Job Description
911 Dispatcher
Pottawattamie County 911 Telecommunications Operator Applicant Instructions:
- Please read the Job Description carefully. If you cannot meet the essential functions, knowledge, ability, education and physical demands of the job, you cannot proceed any further with the application process.
- Please read the Minimum Standards, Requirements, and Qualifications carefully. If you do not meet these standards, you cannot proceed any further with the application process.
- If you do meet these minimum standards, please sign off on both and return to the Board of Supervisor’s Office and proceed by completing an application.
- Once completed, the application is to be returned to the Board of Supervisor’s Office no later than August 29, 2008 at 4:30 PM.
- Applicants selected for further screening will be notified of the testing date. You will be required to produce a photo ID, proof of education (diploma or GED) and DD214 (if applicable). There is a $10.00 testing fee due at this time; cash only, exact change.
- Successful test scores and applications will be kept on file for 1 year from date of testing.
Receptionist - Attorney
The Pottawattamie County Attorney is announcing a hiring process for the position of Receptionist. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. Pottawattamie County is an equal opportunity employer.
Essential Job Duties:
This position is responsible for receiving departmental visitors in person, answering telephone calls for multiple lines, answering questions and referring visitors/callers to appropriate sources for assistance. This position also assists other departmental staff with general office clerical work and data entry; prepares and maintains reports and records according to departmental procedures. Prompt and regular attendance is essential to the position. See attached job description for additional duties.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicant must successfully pass pre-employment screenings including medical exam, drug test and background check.
Application Procedure/Deadline:
Applications may be obtained from and submitted to the Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisor’s Office, 227 South 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501 or click here to download and print an application for submission. The closing date for submitting applications is 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 2, 2008.
Hiring Process
Applications will be reviewed for qualifications and experience and all applicants will be notified of their status in the hiring process.
Salary Range:
$11.62 - $14.81 per hour
Attorney Receptionist - Job Description
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