The Buffalo County Assessor's office is accepting applications for a Full-time Field Reviewer.

Full Job Description

Please submit a complete application, resume, and cover letter to:

Buffalo County Assessor
1512 Central Avenue
PO Box 1270
Kearney, NE  68848


Position will remain open until filled.  First review of applications will be April 7th, 2023.  

EOE/AA/Veterans Preference

Essential Functions of Position:

The Network Administrator’s role is to ensure the stable operation of computer networks. This includes planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all network hardware, software, and communication links. 

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The Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff.  Applicants must be at least 21 years of age; have a valid Nebraska driver’s license; a high school diploma or GED; no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions; be able to read, write and understand the English language; and be able to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.  Nebraska certification is preferred but not mandatory.  Non-certified applicants must be able to meet the NLETC qualification standards for certification. All applicants will be subject to a thorough background check.  Hourly pay, $24.41 - $37.70, dependent upon the number of years of service.  Benefits include full time pay, individual health insurance, access to vision, dental, life and disability insurance, subsidized family health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, employer matched-retirement, take home vehicles and furnished uniforms. 

Applications and Personal History Statements will be accepted until Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 4:00 PM.

Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office
2025 Avenue A
P.O. Box 2228
Kearney, NE 68848
jsamuelson@kearneygov.org
308-233-5274

EOE/AA/Veterans preference

BCSO Application

Personal History Statement

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Legal Assistant. Full-time with excellent benefits and competitive pay.  Successful applicant must be organized, have excellent communication and writing skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in technology. Applications will be received through March 10, 2023, or until the position is filled. Full listing and instructions available at ww.BuffaloCounty.ne.gov/employment.

EOE/AA/Veterans Preference.

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Grader Operator/Maintenance Worker II (CDL Not Required).

Openings in Pleasanton, Miller, and Kearney Area

General Purpose:
Operate, light, medium, heavy equipment, road maintenance and manual labor.

Applicants must complete a Standard Buffalo County Job Application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Qualifications:

•  High School diploma or equivalent. Combination of equivalent education and/or work experience may be considered if substantially related to the detailed job requirements of the this position

• At least one year experience as a laborer, in driving dump or similar trucks, light equipment in maintenance and construction or similar work

•  Appropriate trade school training is desirable

• Must possess a valid State of Nebraska Driver’s License

Wages: $20.00/hour

Application Submission:
Please submit complete application, resume, and cover letter to:
Buffalo County Board Administrator
1512 Central Avenue
PO Box 1270
Kearney, NE  68848
lmartin@buffalocounty.ne.gov

This position is open until filled.  First review of applications will occur on February 10, 2023.

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Purpose:
Supervise a clerical office unit

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Three years of responsible clerical office experience

Essential Physical Demands and Typical Working Conditions:

• Work is generally performed indoors in an office setting and requires routine bending, sitting, and stooping.
• Work duties require routinely lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Work duties may be stressful at times due to interaction with the general public and working under deadlines.

An applicant must be able to comply with all physical requirements of the position and must pass a detailed background check.

Full Job Description

Application Submission:
Please submit a completed Buffalo County Application, resume, and cover letter to:

Buffalo County Board Administrator
1512 Central Avenue
PO Box 1270
Kearney, NE  68848

Position will remain open until filled.  First review of applications will be December 30, 2022. 

EOE/AA/Veterans Preference

The Buffalo County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for a full-time Communications Officer. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age; have a valid Nebraska driver’s license; a high school diploma or GED; no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions; be able to read, write and understand the English language; and be able to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. All applicants will be subject to a thorough background check. Benefits include full time pay, individual health insurance, access to vision, dental, life and disability insurance, subsidized family health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, employer matched retirement, and furnished uniforms. Hourly pay starting at $20.42. Position will remain open until filled. 

Full Details

Fillable Application

EOE/AA/Veterans preference

Buffalo County Sheriff's Office 
2025 Avenue A 
P.O. Box 2228 
Kearney, NE 68848 

308-233-5274 
308-233-5246 (fax) 
jsamuelson@kearneygov.org 

General Purpose:
Repair all County Owned Equipment

Applicants must complete a Standard County Application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.  Any combination of equivalent education and/or work experience may be considered if substantially related to the detailed job requirements of this position.
• At least 2 years’ experience as laborer with some experience in driving dump trucks or similar trucks and light equipment in maintenance or construction or similar work.
• Must possess a valid State of Nebraska Driver’s License
• Class A CDL with no restrictions

Wages: 
$24.00-$26.00 depending on qualifications

Full Detailed Job Description

Application Submission:
Please submit complete application, resume, and cover letter to:
Buffalo County Board Administrator
1512 Central Avenue
PO Box 1270
Kearney, NE  68848
lmartin@buffalocounty.ne.gov

Position will remain open until filled.  Applications will first be reviewed on August 4, 2022.  

Part-time Extension Horticulture Aide

Full Job Details

Purpose:
Provide research-based information in horticulture to clientele in Buffalo County, and to some extent, to residents and other staff in neighboring counties through educational programs, news media and individual consultations.  

Preferred Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent but prefer candidate with Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree
Horticulture experience preferred

Truck Driver/Maintenance Worker II (CDL Required) Kearney Area

General Purpose:

Operate, light, medium, heavy equipment, road maintenance and manual labor

Applicants must complete a Standard Buffalo County Job Application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Combination of equivalent education and/or work experience may be considered if substantially related to the detailed job requirements of the this position.
• At least one year experience as a laborer, in driving dump or similar trucks, light equipment in maintenance and construction or similar work.
• Appropriate trade school training is desirable.
• Must possess a valid State of Nebraska Driver’s License
• Commercial Driver’s License with Class A Endorsement is required.
  

Wages: $21.00/hour

Application Submission:

Please submit complete application, resume, and cover letter to:
Buffalo County Board Administrator
1512 Central Avenue
PO Box 1270
Kearney, NE  68848
lmartin@buffalocounty.ne.gov

This position is open until filled.  First review of applications will occur on May 2, 2022. 

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The Buffalo County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for a full-time Corrections Officer. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age; have a valid Nebraska driver’s license; a high school diploma or GED; no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions; be able to read, write and understand the English language; and be able to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. All applicants will be subject to a thorough background check. Benefits include full time pay, individual health insurance, access to vision, dental, life and disability insurance, subsidized family health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, employer matched-retirement, and furnished uniforms. Hourly pay starting at $21.54. Position will remain open until filled. 

Full Job Description

BCSO Application

Please send applications to: 

Buffalo County Sheriff's Office 
2025 Avenue A 
P.O. Box 2228 
Kearney, NE 68848 

308-233-5274 
jsamuelson@kearneygov.org