Nez Perce County currently employs approximately 240 full and part-time employees in a wide variety of fields. We strive to attract, motivate and retain a diverse and engaged workforce to provide excellent service to the citizens of Nez Perce County.

Please view our Current Job Opportunities in the sections below. Job descriptions for each vacancy are at the bottom of the page.

Nez Perce County Application for Employment

Both the Application for Employment and the Authorization for Background, Reference and Credit Checks must be signed by the applicant.

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ACCOUNTING COORDINATOR

Nez Perce County is actively recruiting for an Accounting Coordinator with the Clerk/Auditor’s Office. Hourly pay offered is $24.55-$28.88 DOE/DOQ, plus exceptional benefits including: PERSI retirement, excellent medical/dental/vision insurance for employee and eligible dependents, and generous vacation/sick/holiday leave. This position is part of an accounting team and is responsible for advanced accounting work including accounts payable, bank and deposit reconciliations, administration of the County’s insurance policies, grant oversight, journal adjustments and payroll backup.  

Min. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred and five years accounting work experience OR equivalent combination of education and work experience to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Successful hire must be proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft Office and accounting programs, possess excellent communication skills, and able to pass a background check. View complete job description link below. Submit completed Applications for Employment to charlahall@co.nezperce.id.us or turn into the NPC Personnel Dept 1225 Idaho St., Lewiston, ID 83501. This job posting will remain open until filled. EOE and accords veteran’s preference.

CYBER SECURITY SPECIALIST

Nez Perce County Information Systems is actively recruiting for a Cyber Security Specialist. Salary offered is $63,836-$70,000 DOE/DOQ, plus exceptional benefits including: PERSI retirement, excellent medical/dental/vision insurance for employee and eligible dependents, and generous vacation/sick/holiday leave. Position is responsible for protecting NPC computer systems and networks from cyber threats. Monitors network traffic and server logs for suspicious activity, applies operation system updates, conducts employee cyber awareness training and regular security assessments and audits, and responds to and mitigates security breaches or attacks. Min. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Network Security or related field preferred and at least 5 years’ work experience in an Information Technology Environment OR equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to do the work. View complete job description linked below. Submit completed Applications for Employment to charlahall@co.nezperce.id.us. Job posting will remain open until filled. EOE and accords veteran’s preference.

DEPUTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY

The Nez Perce County Prosecutor’s Office is accepting applications for a full-time Deputy Prosecutor position. Position located in Lewiston, ID at the base of the Hells Canyon and the confluence of the Snake and Clearwater Rivers in the Lewis-Clark Valley. Lewiston’s relatively mild climate lends accessibility to a variety of outdoor recreational activities all four seasons. Lewis-Clark State College, the University of Idaho and Washington State University are all within 30 minutes of the LC Valley. The Valley is home to 60,000 residents and is served by a regional airport as well as two US Highways.  

Position primarily handles the prosecution of misdemeanor cases. Refer to Deputy Prosecutor I job description below for additional details on duties and responsibilities. Exempt position paid $73,000-$86,000 annually, DOE/DOQ. Nez Perce County offers exceptional benefits including: PERSI retirement, excellent medical insurance and generous vacation/sick/holiday leave. Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check and be licensed to practice law within the State of Idaho. Send resume to: NPC Prosecutor’s Office ATTN: Shelly, 1113 F Street, Lewiston, ID 83501 OR email ShellyDamato@co.nezperce.id.us. Open Until Filled. EOE and accords preference to qualifying veterans.

NEZ PERCE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
AND ACCORDS PREFERENCE TO QUALIFYING VETERANS.