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Karnes County Job Openings 

           
NOW HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS

  • 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 HR Assistant

    Job Type: Full Time / Non-exempt

    Pay: $40,000 Annually – Hourly: $19.23

    Reports To: HR Director

    Karnes County is hiring for a Human Resources Assistant. This position will be performing complex and confidential routine administrative duties in direct support of all Human Resources department functions. The HR Assistant will work cohesively with the HR Director as a unified team to ensure that all HR functions are successfully executed in a timely manner.

    Click here for the full job description.

    To apply please complete and submit the Karnes County Employment application along with a resume and cover letter to elaine.simmons@co.karnes.tx.us.

    Questions regarding the position may be directed to elaine.simmons@co.karnes.tx.us or (830) 780-5162.

    The position will be posted until it is filled.

    • Road & Bridge Inspector I

      The Karnes County Road & Bridge Department is hiring for a full-time Inspector I position that inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure third party contractors build various types of roadway infrastructure projects in accordance with plans and specifications and makes decisions related to the direction of the progress of work of all parties and with regard to the resolution of construction questions and problems. The inspector must be capable of multi-tasking and of overseeing and serving as the County's primary on-site representative for multiple construction inspection activities for very large and complex projects for capital improvement, permit, and maintenance projects in Karnes County. May lead the work of technical and professional employees and be responsible for training others. Responsible to a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for approval of all work. 

      Job Type: Full Time

      For detailed information about the position and qualifications please click here.

      To apply, please complete the Karnes County Employment Application or stop by the main office located at 1178 FM 1353, Karnes City, Texas to pick up a blank application.

      Submit questions or completed application to monica.torres@co.karnes.tx.us.

      The position will be posted until it is filled.

    • Equipment Operator I

      The Karnes County Road & Bridge Department is hiring for a full-time Equipment Operator I position that will be responsible for the operation of all equipment used for constructing, maintaining, or otherwise modifying roadway infrastructure in the county, including but not limited to, modifications to roadways, drainage structures.

      Job Type: Full Time

      For detailed information please click here.

      To apply, please complete the Karnes County Employment Application or stop by the main office located at 1178 FM 1353, Karnes City, Texas to pick up a blank application.

      Submit questions or completed application to monica.torres@co.karnes.tx.us.

      The position will be posted until it is filled.

       

    • Equipment Operator II

      The Karnes County Road & Bridge Department is hiring for a full-time Equipment Operator II position that will be responsible for the operation of all equipment used for constructing, maintaining, or otherwise modifying roadway infrastructure in the county, including but not limited to, modifications to roadways, drainage structures.

      Job Type: Full Time

      For detailed information please click here.

      To apply, please complete the Karnes County Employment Application or stop by the main office located at 1178 FM 1353, Karnes City, Texas to pick up a blank application.

      Submit questions or completed application to monica.torres@co.karnes.tx.us.

      The position will be posted until it is filled.

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