Buffalo County Employment Opportunities

Job Application Form

Current Job Openings

General Purpose

Recording, Indexing, Mapping, Proofing, all real estate legal documents.
Performing duties according to statutes and understanding legal documents and complex legal
descriptions. Maintain the permanent public records with integrity. Present a positive professional
image, with excellent customer service.

Job Summary: Abstract Clerk I is an Entry-level position/training position for Abstract Clerk II

Qualifications

High School diploma, or equivalent, required.
Must demonstrate legible handwriting skills
Knowledge of legal descriptions, legal documents, mapping desirable.
Must be detail oriented, have ability to muliti-task
Must possess excellent customer service
Must have working knowledge of all basic office equipment and demonstrate 35 wmp typing ability
Must have working knowledge of computers and Word, Excel, and Outlook programs.
Must be able to read cursive writing

Wages

This position is a non-exempt position
Starting wage will be $19.50-$20.50 per hour, depending on
qualifications
Comphrensive benefit package including retirement.

Application Submission

Applicants must complete a standard application available using the application button at the top of the page. Applicants must also submit a resume and cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please submit completed application, resume, and a cover letter.

Buffalo County Register of Deeds
1512 Central Avenue, Room 240
P O Box 1270
Kearney, NE 68848

Position will remain open until filled.
EOE/AA/Veterans Preference

Full Job Description

General Purpose

Perform seasonal manual labor in the care and maintenance of Buffalo County buildings, grounds, and amenities to provide a safe, comfortable environment for the public. Primary area of responsibility will be the Buffalo County Recreation Area – Ravenna Lake. Applicants must complete a standard application available at www.buffalocounty.ne.gov/EMPLOYMENT. Applicants must also submit a resume and cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Qualifications

High school education or equivalent is preferred.
Basic knowledge of, and ability to care for and safely operate light equipment including lawn mowing and grounds maintenance equipment.
Ability to safely operate and care for cleaning equipment and tools.
Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
Ability to work efficiently and complete duties with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to establish and maintain positive rapport with supervisors, fellow employees, and the general public while presenting a positive image for the county.
Applicants must be able to comply with all physical requirements as required by the position and must pass a background check.
Applicants must possess a valid Nebraska Driver’s License and be eligible to be insured under the County’s insurance policies.

Wages

This position is a non-exempt position.
Starting wage will be between $15.00-$20.00 per hour depending upon qualifications.
This position is a part-time, seasonal position.

Application Submission

Please submit complete application, resume, and cover letter to:
Buffalo County Board Administrator
1512 Central Avenue
PO Box 1270
Kearney, NE 68848
OR
You can email a complete application, resume, and cover letter to facilities@buffalocounty.ne.gov
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. The initial review of applications will be made on
4/6/26.
EOE/AA/Veterans Preferenc

Full Job Description

Buffalo County Facilities currently has a position open for a general maintenance worker. Experience in building maintenance and/or commercial construction is preferred, but we are willing to train the right person.

General Purpose

Perform work involving general, electrical, plumbing and/or HVAC maintenance and repair of County buildings and grounds, which may also include, but is not limited to, the installation and maintenance of equipment and utilities, and some remodel/new construction. Applicants must complete a standard application, available at www.buffalocounty.ne.gov/EMPLOYMENT. Applicants must also submit a resume and cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Qualifications

High school education or equivalent is preferred. Some advanced education and/or skills training is strongly preferred.
Thorough knowledge of methods, materials and techniques utilized in general building maintenance and/or general commercial construction is required.
Ability to safely operate some machinery is preferred, such as mowers, skidsteer, forklift, etc.
Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions, and ability to work efficiently and complete duties with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to establish and maintain positive rapport with supervisors, fellow employees and the general public while presenting a positive image for the County.
Applicants must be able to comply with all physical requirements as required by the position and must pass a background check.
Applicants must possess a valid Nebraska Driver’s License and be eligible to be insured under the County’s insurance policies.

Wages

This position is a non-exempt position.
Starting wage will be $17.00 - $25.00 per hour, depending upon qualifications.
Comprehensive benefit package including retirement.

Application Submission

Please submit complete application, resume and cover letter to:

Buffalo County Board Administrator
1512 Central Avenue
PO Box 1270
Kearney, NE 68848
facilities@buffalocounty.ne.gov

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Initial review of applications will be made on 4/6/26.

Full Job Description

General Purpose

Perform work involving cleaning and maintaining County buildings and grounds in an orderly, sanitary, and attractive condition. Applicants must complete a standard application available at
www.buffalocounty.ne.gov/EMPLOYMENT. Applicants must also submit a resume and cover letter.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Qualifications

High school education or equivalent is preferred.
Thorough knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, equipment and procedures.
Ability to safely operate and care for cleaning equipment and tools.
Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
Ability to work efficiently and complete duties with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to establish and maintain positive rapport with supervisors, fellow employees, and the general public while presenting a positive image for the county.
Applicants must be able to comply with all physical requirements as required by the position and must pass a background check.
Applicants must possess a valid Nebraska Driver’s License and be eligible to be insured under the County’s insurance policies.

Wages

This position is a non-exempt position.
Starting wage will be between $15.00-$20.00 per hour depending upon qualifications.
Comprehensive benefit package including retirement.

Application Submission

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

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

You can email a complete application, resume, and cover letter to facilities@buffalocounty.ne.go

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Initial review will be made on 4/6/26.
EOE/AA/Veterans Preference

Full Job Description

Buffalo County Employment Opportunities

Current Job Openings

Full-Time Abstract Clerk I in the Register of Deed’s Office

Seasonal Park Maintenance

Facilities General Maintenance Worker

Custodian