PUBLIC HEALTH SPECIALIST

Jefferson County Public Health Service

Jefferson County Public Health Service seeks a Public Health Specialist for the Lead Rental Registry program.

•Oversee the property registration process and support rental property owners in navigating the software system.

•Responsible for planning, implementation, evaluation, and coordination of all functions of the Rental Registry program.

•Develop and submit policies, work plans, budgets, and quarterly reports to NYSDOH.

•Provide leadership for productive coordination among external partners including county, city, and community partners.

•Oversight and administration of all sub-contracts and MOUs needed to support the Rental Registry.

•Create a community-based coalition to address lead poisoning in the community.

•Work in conjunction with other staff to provide outreach and education to the community.

•Conduct program evaluation and continuous quality (process) improvement, including inspections.

•Coordinate with funding sources for financial assistance to property owners (e.g., lead hazard control funding programs).

•Ensure the recording or data entry of required inspection and remediation activity.

•EPA Certification as a Lead Inspector or Risk Assessor, while not required at the time of hire, will be required within the first year of employment

Salary Ranges:   $29.21- $36.58 (2025 rates),  $30.38 - $38.04 (2026 rates)

Excellent fringe benefits include:

•NYS Retirement

•Deferred Compensation

•Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision

•Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

•Dental Insurance

•Flex Spending Account

•Sick Leave

•Paid Vacation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

 *Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

Civil Service Exam required for Permanent Appointment.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled,

first review of applicants will be November 28, 2025.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:  https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send paper application and Resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources, 175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

TAX MAP TECHNICIAN

Jefferson County Real Property Tax Services is seeking a Tax Map Technician. This position involves skilled drafting as well as office and field work in the preparation and maintenance of tax maps, with a primary focus on accurately plotting and mapping property line changes and maintaining associated records. Individuals with experience with GIS and AutoCAD are encouraged to apply.

Salary Range: $22.80 - $28.00 per hour.

Excellent fringe benefits include:

•NYS Retirement

•Deferred Compensation

•Sick Leave

•Paid Vacation

•Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision

•Dental Insurance

•Flex Spending Account

•Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

(A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an associate's degree in civil engineering or computer science or a related field; OR

(B) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two years experience in drafting, tax map preparation or surveying work involving laying out or mapping property lines; OR

(C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of both (A) and (B) above.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled,

first review of applicants will be October 31, 2025.

Civil Service exam required for permanent appointment.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:

https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send a paper application and resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources,

175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

SOCIAL SERVICES ATTORNEY

The Department of Social Services is seeking a qualified attorney to perform professional legal work, providing essential counsel and representation for the department. This position involves responsibility for prosecuting legal actions and offering related legal services under the general direction of the Commissioner of Social Services. The successful candidate will act as a key legal consultant to various divisions, including Child Welfare and Public Assistance, and will represent the Department in Family Court matters such as child abuse, neglect, foster care, adoption, and child support. This role requires the ability to prepare and try cases, review legal documents, and liaise with judges and law enforcement.

Salary Range: $98,325 - $108,783 per year, plus a $10,000 recruitment bonus

Excellent fringe benefits include:

•NYS Retirement

•Deferred Compensation

•Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

•Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision

•Dental Insurance

•Flex Spending Account

•Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Possession of a license to practice law in New York State.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled,

first review of applicants will be November 14 2025.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:

 https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send a paper application and resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources,

175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

SPECIALIST, SERVICES FOR THE AGING

Jefferson County Office for the Aging is seeking a skilled professional to coordinate a variety of services for the elderly including home/personal care, nutrition services and long-term care services and supports. Public speaking and outreach experience preferred. County wide travel required.

Salary Range: $23.67 - $29.23 per hour.

Excellent fringe benefits include:

•NYS Retirement

•Deferred Compensation

•Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

•Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision

•Dental Insurance

•Flex Spending Account

•Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either

(A)   Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a bachelor's degree; or

(B)   Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an associate’s degree and two (2) years of experience in social casework, social casework in a community or social action program, or as a Community Service Worker in a human services agency; or

(C)   Graduation from High School or possession of a High School equivalency diploma and four (4) years of experience as defined in (B) above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Appointees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.

 *    Human Services experience is that which is involved in the direct delivery of social, economic, or emotional support services to people who are having difficulty coping with the pressures and strains of modern life. The experience requires judgment on the part of the individual in dealing with or responding to the client.

 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled,

first review of applicants will be October 17, 2025.

Civil Service exam required for permanent appointment.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:  https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send a paper application and resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources,

175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF COUNTY PLANNING

Jefferson County seeks an experienced planning professional to serve as Deputy Director of County Planning. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive support to the Director, manage advanced planning projects, and assist in developing departmental policies. Key responsibilities include supervising all professional, technical, and support staff and assuming the duties and authority of the Director in their absence. This position reports to the Director of County Planning and requires the ability to work with a high degree of independent judgment.

The Jefferson County Planning Department goes beyond just traditional land use zoning. It encompasses a broader scope of community planning, economic development support, environmental stewardship, data provision, and crucial technical assistance to local municipalities, all aimed at fostering well-managed and sustainable growth for the entire county. Experienced planning leaders with a passion for strategic visioning in Jefferson County are encouraged to apply!

Salary Range: $92,074 - $103,630 per year.

Excellent fringe benefits include:

•NYS Retirement

•Deferred Compensation

•Sick Leave

•Paid Vacation

•Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision

•Dental Insurance

•Flex Spending Account

•Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Either:

(A)   Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a master's degree and two years of professional work experience in community planning, development in the public or private sector, at least one year of which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity; OR

(B)   Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a bachelor's degree and three years of professional work experience in community planning, development in the public or private sector, at least one year of which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity; OR

(C)   An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.

NOTE: Community planning, or development in a public sector agency or its equivalent in the private sector includes but is not limited to planning and related analyses with respect to land use, zoning, transportation, housing, economic development, the environment, and urban design.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled,

first review of applicants will be September 26, 2025.

Civil Service Exam is required for permanent appointment.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:  https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send a paper application and resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources, 175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*