Job Openings
Maintenance Worker I/II
Pershing County Buildings & Grounds Department
The Pershing County Buildings & Grounds Department is seeking job applicants to fill a Maintenance Worker I/II position. Experience in performing building maintenance and construction work which includes performing basic plumbing, electrical and carpentry work and some experience performing basic grounds maintenance tasks. A full job description and application are available below and are also available at the Pershing County Commissioners Office, 400 Main Street, Lovelock, Nevada. Telephone: 775-273-4922 or 775-287-4540. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
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Custodial Worker
Pershing County Buildings & Grounds Department
The Pershing County Buildings & Grounds Department is seeking job applicants to fill a full time Custodial Worker/Event setup position. Job duties include cleaning assigned buildings (sweeps, mops, strips, waxes and buffs floors; vacuums and cleans carpets; dusts, cleans windows, counters, molding, sills, rails and other parts of the buildings; cleans bathrooms; replenishes bathroom supplies; empties trash.); duties include event setup. Applicants should have knowledge of building cleaning and janitorial care practices; types of cleaning chemicals and their uses; safety procedures applicable to the use of custodian tools and cleaning supplies. Job applications are available at the Pershing County Clerk’s Office, 398 Main Street, Lovelock, Nevada or below. Telephone: 775-273-4922-Buildings & Grounds Department. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
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Administrative Clerk
Pershing County Clerk-Treasurer's Office
The Pershing County Clerk-Treasurer is accepting applications for an Administrative Clerk’s position. The position is three-quarter time (6 hours per day) with pro-rated, regular County benefits. Starting Salary is $12.20, but may be higher based on the skills, knowledge, and experience of the applicant.
Applicants should have knowledge of office procedures, office equipment and computers, basic record keeping, correct English usage and business math. Knowledge of government accounting is a plus. The ability to deal with the public is a must.
Applications are available from the Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, 398 Main Street, Lovelock, NV (775-273-2208) below and must be returned accompanied by a mandatory resume. Position open until filled.
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Administrative Clerk I/II
Pershing County Public Defender's Office
The Pershing County Public Defender’s Office is accepting applications for a full-time position of Administrative Clerk I/II or Legal Secretary I/II. Applications are available from the Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, 398 Main Street, Lovelock, NV 89419, or below and must be returned accompanied by a mandatory resume no later than 4:00p.m., on December 22, 2022. The successful applicant must be able to perform a broad range of clerical duties and have knowledge of general office equipment, computer skills, organize and maintain accurate files and records, provide factual information both in person and on the telephone, accurately type at a rate sufficient to perform assigned duties, knowledge of office practices and procedures, basic record keeping skills and correct English usage. Legal Office experience a plus. A copy of the job description is available upon request and posted on the county website.
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Planning & Building Technician
Pershing County Planning & Building Department
The Pershing County Planning & Building Department is accepting applications for a full-time Planning & Building Technician position. Although this is an entry level position, all levels of experience may apply.
Applicants must be able to perform a broad range of clerical and manual labor duties and have knowledge of general office equipment. Applicants shall obtain a minimum D1 water operator certification within 1 year of employment and will also be required to obtain various certifications related to building and construction inspections. Computer knowledge is required and experience in Microsoft Word, Excel and Caselle are desirable. Applicants should be able to organize and maintain accurate files and records; provide factual information both in person and on the telephone; accurately type at a rate sufficient to perform assigned duties; and have knowledge of office practices, procedures and correct English usage including spelling and grammar.
This position will consist of duties pertaining to both the Planning and Building side of the department as well as the Imlay Water System and Pershing County Electric Utility. These duties will include preparing building permits, water and power bills, reading water and power meters, assisting or handling issues associated with the Imlay Water System and Pershing County Electric Utility, preparing legal notices, agendas for Planning Commission meetings, processing business, gaming & liquor licenses and other duties as assigned. The ability to deal with the public is vital.
Applications and full job descriptions are available at the Pershing County Planning and Building Department, 398 Main Street, Lovelock, NV or on this website below.
Applications with resume must be returned to the Planning & Building Department in person or received by mail PO Box 1656 Lovelock, NV 89419. Advertisement will remain open until position is filled.
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Recycling Center Facilitiator
Pershing County Recycling Center
Pershing County is accepting applications for a Recycle Center Facilitator. The Facilitator will recruit, manage, train and schedule volunteers to open the Recycle Center and man the facility when a volunteer is not available. The Facilitator will also operate the Baler. The Recycle Center is open two days a week and the facilitator will perform duties as required while working a minimum of 6 hours per week and 25 hours per month for a monthly stipend of $400.00 and the Facilitator is not a county employee. The Facilitator will report to the Commissioner overseeing the Recycling Center. Applications are available at the Pershing County Clerk’s Office or the Pershing County Commissioner’s Office. For additional information please contact Joe Crim, Jr. at 775-770-0930.
Landfill Operator
Pershing County Road Department
The Pershing County Landfill is accepting applications for a Landfill Operator. Applications may be obtained from the Pershing County Clerk’s Office or Pershing County Road Department or below. Applications can be mailed to Pershing County Road Department PO Box 820 Lovelock Nv 89419. Contact the Road Department at (775) 273-7334 for further information. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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Road Mechanic I
Pershing County Road Department
The Pershing County Road Department is accepting applications for a Road Mechanic 1. Duties include maintaining and repairing a broad range of gasoline and diesel-powered equipment both in the shop and in the field. Work is performed on all major systems of automotive and construction equipment. Applicants must possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or have the ability to acquire one within six months.
Applicants and job description may be obtained from the Pershing County Clerk’s Office or Pershing County Road Department or below. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Contact the Pershing County Road Department at (775)-273-7334 for further information.
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Senior Center Cook
Pershing County Senior Center
Pershing County is seeking a full-time Cook . The successful applicant is assigned to the Senior Center Director and are responsible for ordering food supplies and preparing and serving meals for homebound seniors and Senior Center guests as well as all other duties listed in the job description. Valid Nevada Driver’s License required. Successful applicant will be required to obtain CPR and ServSafe Certification.
Advertisement will remain open until positions are filled. Applications are available from and should be submitted to the Pershing County Senior Center, 775.273.2291, P.O. Box 838, 630 Western Avenue, Lovelock, NV 89419. Full job description and application form are also available below. Salary: DOE
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Senior Center Relief Cook
Pershing County Senior Center
Pershing County is seeking an On-Call Relief Cook . The successful applicant is assigned to the Senior Center Director and are responsible for ordering food supplies and preparing and serving meals for homebound seniors and Senior Center guests as well as all other duties listed in the job description. Valid Nevada Driver’s License required. Successful applicant will be required to obtain CPR and ServSafe Certification.
Advertisement will remain open until positions are filled. Applications are available from and should be submitted to the Pershing County Senior Center, 775.273.2291, P.O. Box 838, 630 Western Avenue, Lovelock, NV 89419. Full job description and application form are also available below. Salary: DOE
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Pershing County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Pershing County Employees Association Agreements
- PERSHING COUNTY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION 2019-2022 AGREEMENT (with change markup)
- PERSHING COUNTY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION 2019-2022 AGREEMENT
Pershing County Law Enforcement Association Agreements
- PERSHING COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSOCIATION 2019-2021 AGREEMENT (with change markup)
- PERSHING COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSOCIATION 2019-2021 AGREEMENT