Current Job Openings

WINNESHIEK COUNTY will be accepting applications for 2 “Equipment Operator I” positions until 4:00pm on September 29, 2023 at the office of the Winneshiek County Engineer, 201 W. Main, Decorah, IA  52101.  Applications and job description are available at the Engineers Office. EOE Equipment Operator I

Winneshiek County Secondary Road Department 

The Winneshiek County Secondary Roads Department, located in Decorah, Iowa, is accepting applications for the position of County Engineer. Salary range is $109,000 to $140,000 based on experience and qualifications. Winneshiek County is located in Northeast Iowa. Winneshiek County has 309 bridges (NBI) and 1056 miles of secondary roads consisting of concrete, asphalt, gravel or dirt. Of these, there are 804 miles of gravel. The County Engineer is responsible and accountable for the over-all planning, direction, coordination, and control of the Secondary Road System. This includes the effective, safe and efficient construction, maintenance and engineering of all county's secondary roads, bridges and related services. The Engineer supervises 41 full-time employees. The ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with department personnel, other government agencies, other county departments, contractors and the public is essential. Previous county engineer experience is preferred. BS or MS in Engineering required. Must be licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Iowa or have the ability to be licensed in Iowa within 6 to 8 weeks of hire. Applications are available on the county website (winneshiekcounty.iowa.gov). Send completed application, resume and references by August 31, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. to County Auditor Benjamin Steines. Email Application, Resume and References to: bsteines@co.winneshiek.ia.us

Contact Info: bsteines@co.winneshiek.ia.us 

Job Description for County Engineer Application Form for County Engineer    

Applications are currently being accepted for a full-time position of Detention Officer/Jailer at the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office.  Applicants must be 18 years of age, with a high school diploma or equivalent, with college level credits preferred.  Applicants must be able to read and write the English language, pass an extensive background investigation and psychological screening.  Applicants must be of good moral character and the ability to work all shifts in a 24/7 environment, including some holidays and weekends. We offer a professional working environment with competitive salaries starting at $41,000-$44,000 along with shift differential, holiday pay and a benefits package.  With the ability to earn $55,000-$59,000 after 3 years of employment. Applications available at Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office or here Full-Time Detention Officer Application Application deadline:  Until position is filled Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office 400 Claiborne Dr., Decorah, IA 52101 Position is subject to pre-employment psychological/physical exam (including drug testing), EOE, Veteran & Disability.

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