Employment Opportunities

All position vacancies occurring within Boundary County are typically posted in-house for three working days before being opened to the general public through the Bonners Ferry Job Service. Current county employees may pick up applications during the in-house posting period at the Personnel Office. Once the position vacancy notice has been posted with the Job Service. The Job Service can be reached at (208) 263-7544 ext. 3314. They can also be reached by e-mail: bonnersferrymail@labor.idaho.gov
Boundary County job applications are also available on this website.
Please mail all applications to:

Boundary County Clerk's Office
Attn: Personnel
PO BOX 419
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

Or fax applications to: 208-267-7814
Or deliver application in person to:

Boundary County Courthouse
6452 Kootenai Street
Bonners Ferry, Idaho
Room#22

The applications must be postmarked by the closing date of the job posting.

For a complete listing of job openings in Idaho being processed by the Idaho Career Works Center, visit their web site at labor.idaho.gov.
IT IS THE POLICY of Boundary County to provide equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment for all qualified job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age (unless a Bonafide job requirement), disability, or retaliation. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled persons.

Boundary County Law Enforcement Application
Boundary County General Application

Full time positions include:
* PERSI retirement program
Health, dental and optical insurance for employee and qualified dependents
with no premium co-pay
* 2 life insurance plans
* 401k offered optionally.
* Holiday pay for 11 recognized Holidays
* (8) hours of vacation and sick time accrued monthly with minimum 40 hours
per week worked

Current County Position Vacancies

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Position: PR05 Chief Deputy Prosecutor-Criminal
Department: Prosecutor
Starting Wage: $90,000.00 DOE
Typical work hours: hours may vary. Salaried position is a full-time benefited position.
Job Summary:

Performs all duties of a Prosecuting Attorney pursuant to Idaho Code, managing assigned cases from intake through disposition. Acts as Prosecutor for Boundary County in the absence of the Prosecuting Attorney.
Experience Required:
Graduation from an ABA accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate degree. At least four years’ experience as a practicing attorney with two years’ experience in a prosecutor’s office preferred. Must be admitted to practice law in the State of Idaho and maintain good standing with the Idaho State Bar. Must maintain continuing legal education requirements of the State Bar.

Education Required:
Graduation from ABA accredited law school with Juris Doctorate degree.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
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Position: RS17 Personal Services Assistant I
Department: Restorium
Starting Wage: $14.68
Part time hours may vary.
Job Summary:

Provides support to residents with day-to-day needs of daily life. Performs personal and housekeeping tasks to the degree a resident cannot do for themselves. As a member of a team, encourage independence, support resident choice and preserve resident dignity in an ethical and professional manner. Needs to be willing to become MED CERTIFIED within 90 days of employment.
NOTE: There is a $ .30 per hour shift differential pay increase for hours worked from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Upon Medication Certification hourly rate increases TO $15.32 per hour.
Experience:
High School or GED. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to read and comprehend written instructions. Must be able to communicate and deal effectively with the elderly. Must pass Criminal History background check, including fingerprinting, and meet all requirements outlined in the Rules for Licensed Residential and Assisted Living Facilities in Idaho. When hired, Boundary County will require First Aide and CPR certification which Boundary County pays for. The Idaho Food Handlers Course may be required if deemed necessary by the Restorium Administrator. Prior direct care experience in similar setting preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Stand or walk up to eight hours a day
Sit up to two hours a day
Frequently support up to 70 pounds
Occasionally lift/carry up to 20 pounds
Frequently kneel, bend and reach
Exposure to cleaning products, fumes, blood and body fluids
Closing Date: 03/29/2024

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Position: RS18 Title: Cook/Kitchen Helper
Department: Restorium-assisted living
Starting Wage: $14.68 hour
Typical work hours: Part-time, hours, shifts and days may vary.
Job Summary:

Cooks or assists the cook with food preparation, cleaning, and upkeep of kitchen & dining room for senior citizens & their guests in a Residential Care Facility (Assisted Living). Responds appropriately to safety hazards, fire drills, & other emergency situations. Documents & reports eating habits in care notes & reports significant changes in habits to the Administrator or Administrator's designee. Promotes healthy eating habits while offering different choices when a resident chooses to refuse his or her current physician ordered diet.
Experience Required:

This position prefers an individual who has previous work-related experience. Must have the ability to communicate effectively, including written and verbal skills, work well independently and as part of a team. The individual must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently and be able to demonstrate a positive attitude.

Ability to read, write and do simple arithmetic. Must be 18 years of age or older or hold a current Certified Nurse Aid License in the State of Idaho. Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, peers, senior citizens and the general public. Must be able to provide efficient, friendly service to seniors and their guests. Complete eight hours of continuing education credits per year. Must pass a personal background check, federal background check and pre-employment drug testing. Must have current CPR/FA card or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire. Current food handler's certificate or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Stand or walk up to eight hours a day. Sit up to two hours a day. Frequently support 70 pounds. Occasionally lift/carry up to 20 pounds. Frequently kneel, bend and reach. Exposure to cleaning products, fumes, blood and or body fluids.
Closing Date: 03/29/2024
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SWSW03: Position: Equipment Operator
Department: Solid Waste
Wage: $20.23 per hour
Typical Work Hours:
Forty Hours per week, shift varies. Overtime may be required,
Job Summary:

Under general supervision of the Supervisor or Assistant supervisor, operates and maintains a variety of complex heavy equipment, machinery and tools use for maintenance, construction and repair of boxes and box sites. Performs all work and duties required to maintain a safe, productive department. Full time benefited position.

Experience Required:

High school diploma or equivalent. Must possess and maintain a valid Idaho Commercial Driver's License Class B; may require Class H and Class N endorsements. Minimum of two years related experience required.
Closing Date: 03/29/2024
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Position: sw05-4
Rural Site Monitor-Temporary
Department: Solid Waste
Starting Wage: $14.68
Typical work hours:
Hours may vary as needed.
Job Summary: Temporary fill in position. Visually examine incoming waste and direct public to appropriate dump area. Keep work area clean and free of debris allowing public access to all facilities offered. This position may work at various transfer sites as needed. Hours and locations will vary.
Experience: high school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of one-year related experience preferred.
Closes: 03/29/2024
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Position: CM10 Description: Concession Manager
Department: Parks & Recreation
Starting Wage: $14.04
Typical work hours:
April through September; 15-20 hours a week-hours and days vary according to sporting events.
Job Summary:
Maintain the daily needs of concession stands at Memorial Park and Rivers Park including stocking, working and
recruiting other workers. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle to operate during working hours.
Experience Required:
Must be 17 years of age or older and possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Closing Date: 05/17/2024
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Position: CM08 Position: Groundskeeper/Seasonal
Department: Parks & Recreation
Starting Wage: 16.03
Typical work hours: May through September; Monday through Friday-hours may vary
Job Summary:

Assists in the maintenance, upkeep and beautification of county-owned parks and public recreational facilities, performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties including the operation of mowing equipment, tractors and other groundskeeping equipment. Performs facilities maintenance and repair as assigned.
Experience Required:
Must be 17 years of age or older and possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Minimum Education: not applicable
Closing Date: 05/17/2024
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Position# RB02 Position: Heavy Equipment Operator
Department: Road & Bridge
Starting Wage: 21.23
Typical work hours:
40 hours per week; shifts may vary by season. May be required to work overtime.
Job Summary:
Operates and maintains a variety of types of heavy equipment used in the maintenance, repair and construction of the County Road and Bridge System, including class A trucks, graders, bulldozers, front end loaders, back hoes, dump trucks, crusher equipment, asphalt production and application equipment, snow removal equipment and sanding equipment.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High school diploma or equivalent and minimum of two years in a related field. Background in heavy equipment operation. Must maintain a valid Idaho Commercial Driver’s License Class A. Must be able to pass exams and acquire CDL endorsements "tanker" within six months of hire date.

Must maintain a valid ATSSA (American Traffic Safety Services Association) registered flaggers card at all times (Requires training and re-certification every 3 years). and must complete Idaho T2 Traffic control Technician course within first 3 years of employment.
Must complete MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) "New Employee and Hazard Awareness Training for Miners" within 6 months of hire date. All employees are required to complete "Annual Refresher Training for Miners" on a yearly basis.
Closing Date: 03/29/2024

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