Karnes County Texas

Karnes County Facility Security

Department: Karnes County Sheriff Office

Reports to: Karnes County Sheriff

Salary: $50,000 annually, plus benefits and uniform allowance

Karnes County is hiring for a Facility Security position that responsibilities will be to provide security for the occupants and public visitors of the Karnes County Courthouse and other county facilities.

Click here for the full job description.

License/Certifications required:

• Level IV Security Guard License
• Valid Texas Driver License

Conditions of Employment:

• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen.
• Must successfully complete physical and psychological examination.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation.

To apply please complete the Karnes County Employment application. 

A completed Karnes County application, a cover letter and resume can be emailed to wade.hedtke@co.karnes.tx.us and to elaine.simmons@co.karnes.tx.us.

Position will be posted until filled.   

Karnes County Grant Administrator

Department: Grants Administration

Reports to: Karnes County Judge

Salary: $50,000 annually / $24.04 hourly

Karnes County is hiring for a Grant Administrator position that will be responsible for identifying grant opportunities, preparing grant applications, securing grants of all types, and assisting in the management of approved grants.

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Education & Experience:

• GED or HS Diploma is required
• Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration preferred
• Preferred experience in financial management, budgeting, and preparing/monitoring federal and state grants.

To apply please complete the Karnes County Employment application. 

A completed Karnes County application, a cover letter and resume can be emailed to michelle.salais@co.karnes.tx.us and to wade.hedtke@co.karnes.tx.us.

Position will be posted until filled.   

KARNES COUNTY ELECTIONS ADMINISTRATION:  Part-time Elections Clerk

 Job Type: Part Time (20 hours per week – except during election season hours will vary)

Pay: $20,000 – Hourly: $19.23

Reports to: Elections Administrator

This position requires a flexible schedule and will report to the Elections Administrator.  The applicant must be able to work various hours during election season and not take off work during election season.  
Requires some 13-hour workdays on voting days and some weekend hours.  No vacation time is permitted during election season.  May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency.  Per TEC Chapter 31: must be a qualified voter of the State and may not be a candidate for a public office or an office of a political party, hold public office, or hold an office of or a position in a political party.  Must be able to perform duties in a non-partisan manner.  Must meet and abide by any and all requirements set forth in the Texas Election Code.  Must be able to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling confidential records.  Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in stressful situations.  Requires ability to operate office machines such as telephone, computers, copiers and scanners.  Skilled in use of Microsoft programs. Responsible for the election polling location preparation of election supplies and voting equipment. Must be an active listener and give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking questions as appropriate.  Must have ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.  Must have own vehicle with insurance and valid driver’s license.  Travel between various polling locations across Karnes County as required.  Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.  Previous Elections experience is preferred.  

Any questions about this position or a copy of the full job description can be directed to electionsadmin@co.karnes.tx.us 

To apply please complete the Karnes County Employment application; email completed application to electionsadmin@co.karnes.tx.us

Position will be posted until filled

Deputy Clerk

Job Type: Full-Time / Non-exempt

Pay: $19.23/hour

Reports To: Tax Collector/Assessor & Chief Deputy Clerk

The Karnes County Tax Office is seeking a Deputy Clerk. This position requires that after a designated training period, the successful candidate will have the necessary knowledge of current and delinquent tax assessment and collection procedures, as well as automotive registration and transfer procedures required by TxDMV.

For complete job description, please click here.

Any questions regarding the position can be directed to tammy.braudaway@co.karnes.tx.us or desiree.evans@co.karnes.tx.us.

To apply please complete and submit the Karnes County Employment application along with a resume to tammy.braudaway@co.karnes.tx.us and desiree.evans@co.karnes.tx.us.

The position will be posted until it is filled.