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Job Opportunities

View job opportunities and information regarding applying for positions with Jackson County.

All Jackson County jobs require the completion of an online Jackson County Employment Application. Applications can be completed on any computer or telephone with Internet access or at the Human Resources Department in the Courthouse. 

If you wish to submit a cover letter and resume in addition to the application, you may do so. You will not be contacted if you submit a cover letter and/or resume only.

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Benefits

Jackson County provides cost-shared health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees. Plans offered depend on an employee's bargaining unit or job classification. To learn more, please contact Human Resources at 563-652-1710.

Equal Opportunity

Jackson County is an equal-opportunity employer.  It is the policy of Jackson County to recruit and select the most qualified candidates for positions in the County’s service. Recruitment and selection shall be conducted in an affirmative manner which ensures open competition and provides equal employment opportunities as protected by state and federal law.

Available Positions

Assistant County Engineer

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Correctional / Transport Officer

  • Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
  • Department: Sheriff
  • Posted: 9/17/24
  • Expires: 10/5/24
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Naturalist

  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Department: Conservation
  • Posted: 9/3/24
  • Expires: 10/4/24
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Payroll & Accounting Clerk

  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Department: Auditor
  • Posted: 6/22/24
  • Expires: Posted until filled.
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Jackson County Courthouse 201 W. Platt St.
Maquoketa, IA 52060
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Courthouse Hours M-F 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Closed Holidays
Department Hours May Vary