Nez Perce County currently employs approximately 240 full and part-time employees in a wide variety of fields. We strive to attract, motivate and retain a diverse and engaged workforce to provide excellent service to the citizens of Nez Perce County.

Please view our Current Job Opportunities in the sections below. Job descriptions for each vacancy are at the bottom of the page.

Nez Perce County Application for Employment

Both the Application for Employment and the Authorization for Background, Reference and Credit Checks must be signed by the applicant.

Adult Detention Deputy

SENIOR ACCOUNT CLERK

Full-time position with Nez Perce County Treasurer’s Office. Hourly pay offered is $22.18-$23.48 DOE/DOQ, plus exceptional benefits including: PERSI retirement, excellent medical/vision/dental insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, and generous vacation/sick/holiday leave.

Position performs a variety of clerical and accounting functions in the collection of taxes and the processing of official records. A high degree of accuracy is essential in processing property tax transactions and bankruptcy claims. Successful hire must collaborate effectively with team members, deliver excellent customer service, and maintain a friendly, professional demeanor. Minimum Qualifications: High school graduate/equivalent; Associate’s degree in a related field OR a minimum of three (3) years business, bookkeeping and/or general office experience. Must possess excellent communication skills; be computer literate in Microsoft Office programs; and preferably have knowledge of accounting systems. New hire will be required to pass a background check and become bonded.  

View complete position qualifications in the job description linked below. Completed Applications for Employment must be submitted to the NPC Human Resources Dept., 1230 Main Street, Lewiston, ID 83501. This job posting will remain open until filled. EOE and accords preference to qualifying veterans.

EXTRA HELP, ON-CALL JUVENILE DETENTION BOOTH TECHNICIANS

Extra Help Part-Time positions available with the NPC Region II Juvenile Detention Center. Positions are paid $17.50/hour with no benefits. Primary responsibilities are to operate the control room and provide technical support. Min. Qualifications: High school graduate/equivalent; at least 21 years of age; two years post high school work experience/educational equivalent; no felony or violent misdemeanor convictions; good physical condition; willingness to work non-traditional hours; and ability to communicate effectively. Successful candidates must also be able to pass a background check.

View complete job qualifications in the Juvenile Detention Booth Technician job description link below. Completed Applications for Employment (linked above) must be submitted to the NPC Personnel Dept., 1230 Main St., Lewiston, ID 83501. This advertisement will remain open until an adequate number of Extra Help, On-Call Juvenile Detention Booth Technicians are on the registry at the Region II Juvenile Detention Center.

NEZ PERCE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
AND ACCORDS PREFERENCE TO QUALIFYING VETERANS.