ASSISTANT CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

The Jefferson County Department of Code Enforcement is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a vacant, entry-level Assistant Code Enforcement Officer position. Primary responsibilities include conducting Lead-Based Paint Inspections and Dust Wipe Sampling in accordance with local regulations and EPA guidelines, as well as creating the reports, letters, and certificates associated with these inspections. Additional duties include administering and enforcing the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, as well as other laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the construction or alteration of buildings and structures.

Salary Range:  $24.62 - $30.40 per hour (2026 Rates)

Excellent fringe benefits include:

•NYS Retirement

•Deferred Compensation

•Sick Leave

•Paid Vacation

•Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision

•Dental Insurance

•Flex Spending Account

•Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either:

(A)  Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered two year college with an associate's degree; or

(B)  Two years of full-time experience in building construction work or in a building trade such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or related trades; or

(C)  An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B), above.

Experience as a qualified building inspector can be substituted for an equivalent amount of the above required experience.

NOTE: Candidates for appointment in this class will be required to complete any mandated training as established by the New York State Department of State.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Appointees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled,

first review of applicants will be January 2, 2026.

Civil Service Exam is required for permanent appointment.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:  https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send a paper application and resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources, 175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING ASSISTANT

The Jefferson County Department of Employment and Training is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Employment and Training Assistant. Responsibilities include; information gathering, conducting initial interviews with, and verifying eligibility of participants, counseling, job development, and monitoring of sub-grantees.

Salary Range:  $23.71 - $29.12 per hour

Excellent fringe benefits include:

• Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation
• NYS Retirement
• Dental Insurance
• Deferred Compensation
• Flex Spending Account
• Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision
• Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

A) Completion of a minimum of 60 semester credit hours in a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university; or

B) Two years of experience in job development, personnel counseling, or placement in an Employment and Training, community action, or similar agency dealing with the employment and training of economically disadvantaged, minority, handicapped, or low income persons; or

C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b) above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Appointees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

Civil Service exam required for permanent appointment.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled,

first review of applicants will be January 30, 2026.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:  https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send a paper application and Resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources, 175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS COORDINATOR

Jefferson County Real Property is seeking a qualified professional to serve as the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Coordinator. This essential role is responsible for the comprehensive management of the County-wide GIS, including the design, development, and maintenance of system architecture, servers, databases, and web services. The incumbent provides GIS training, technical assistance and user support to County Departments and municipal partners. The successful candidate will serve as the primary liaison for data-sharing agreements with state and regional agencies, utilities, and consultants, while also overseeing the work of GIS specialists. This position requires a thorough knowledge of database management, spatial analysis, and cartographic standards to ensure the delivery of high-quality GIS solutions across the region.

Salary Range: $32.85 - $41.56 per hour

Excellent fringe benefits include:

•NYS Retirement

•Deferred Compensation

•Sick Leave

•Paid Vacation

•Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision

•Dental Insurance

•Flex Spending Account

•Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Either:

A.   Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Master’s degree in Geographic Information Science, Geospatial Technology, Geography, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or a closely related field and two (2) years of professional level work experience involving the use of a full featured Geographic Information System (GIS) software including creating and modifying GIS data; OR

B.   Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Science, Geospatial Technology, Geography, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or a closely related field and three (3) years of professional level work experience involving the use of a full featured Geographic Information System (GIS) software including creating and modifying GIS data; OR

C.   Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Associates’ degree in Geographic Information Science, Geospatial Technology, Geography, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or a closely related field and five (5) years of professional level work experience involving the use of a full featured Geographic Information System (GIS) software including creating and modifying GIS data; OR

D.   An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) and (C) above.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled,

first review of applicants will be January 23, 2026.

Civil Service Exam is required for permanent appointment.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:  https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send a paper application and resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources, 175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

VETERANS’ SERVICE COUNSELOR

The Jefferson County Department of Veterans’ Service Agency is seeking a skilled Veterans’ Service Counselor to manage the preparation and pursuit of benefits under federal, state, and local laws. This role requires a professional capable of interpreting complex regulations and analyzing the merits of various claims, including pensions, disability compensation, and medical care. The successful candidate will be responsible for obtaining critical documentation, assisting with formal appeals, and maintaining comprehensive case records. If you possess a strong working knowledge of veterans' resources and excel at establishing effective working relationships with both clients and government agencies, we encourage you to apply.

Salary Range:  $24.62 - $30.40 per hour

Excellent fringe benefits include:

•NYS Retirement

•Deferred Compensation

•Sick Leave

•Paid Vacation

•Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision

•Dental Insurance

•Flex Spending Account

•Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either

A)  Completion of two years (60 semester credit hours) of study in a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university; or

B)  Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two years experience in examining, investigating, or evaluating claims for assistance, veterans or unemployment benefits, insurance or similar program operating under established criteria for eligibility; or

C)  An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of A) and B) above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must be a veteran who served in the active military or naval service of the United States during time of war in which the United States was engaged and who has been released from such service with honorable discharge or the spouse of a veteran or the spouse of an active duty member.

Appointees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.

Note: Must be able to obtain and maintain accreditation by a National Service Organization during the course of employment.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled,

first review of applicants will be January 16, 2026.

Civil Service Exam is required for permanent appointment.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:  https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send a paper application and resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources, 175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*