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Accountant - Temporary
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$32.67 - $39.88 Hourly
- Temporary
- Accounting and Finance
- Other
Supervising Criminal Attorney - General Crimes Unit - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$161,463.60 - $197,113.80 Annually
- Full Time
- Criminology and Forensics
- Legal Services
Supervising Criminal Attorney - Special Victims Unit - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$161,463.60 - $197,113.80 Annually
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Kennel Attendant
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$43,161.36 - $52,691.16 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Health
Legal Office Assistant I
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$42,946.68 - $52,429.08 Annually
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
Legal Office Assistant II
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$47,451.60 - $57,928.56 Annually
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
Deputy District Attorney II - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$123,340.92 - $150,573.84 Annually
- Full Time
- Legal Services
- Other
Deputy District Attorney III - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$139,024.92 - $169,720.80 Annually
- Full Time
- Legal Services
- Other
Managing Accountant-Auditor
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$116,613.00 - $142,360.44 Annually
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
Deputy District Attorney I - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$111,631.32 - $136,278.84 Annually
- Full Time
- Legal Services
- Other
Information Systems Analyst I
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$85,903.68 - $104,870.76 Annually
- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Information Systems Analyst II
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$94,914.60 - $115,871.28 Annually
- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Accountant
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$67,952.76 - $82,956.36 Annually
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
Administrative Analyst I
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$73,965.60 - $90,296.88 Annually
- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Administrative Analyst II
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$81,724.32 - $99,768.60 Annually
- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Deputy Public Conservator
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$74,707.20 - $91,202.04 Annually
- Full Time
- Human and Social Services
Clerk Recorder Assistant I-Temporary
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$22.59 - $27.57 Hourly
- Temporary
- Accounting and Finance
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Records Management
- Other
Transfer Request Only--Generic Filing
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$0.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Other
Correctional Officer I
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$61,809.00 - $75,456.12 Annually
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
Public Defender
- Nevada City, California
- County of Nevada
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Human Services Specialist II - Eligibility & Employment (PAEL)
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$61,195.56 - $74,707.20 Annually
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Human Resources and Personnel
- Public Health
Intern-DoD SkillBridge Internship
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$0.00 Hourly
- Full Time
- Internship
Intern-Internship Opportunities-Unpaid
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
- Full Time
- Internship
Correctional Officer I - (Female Only)
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$61,809.00 - $75,456.12 Annually
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
Deputy Sheriff II - (Laterals From Other Public Agencies)
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$94,192.08 - $114,989.04 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Safety
- Other
Deputy Sheriff I
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$85,249.68 - $104,072.40 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Correctional Officer I
- Nevada City, California
- County of Nevada
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety

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Accountant - Temporary
- Nevada City, California United States
- Nevada County, CA
- May 31, 2026
- $32.67 - $39.88 Hourly - Temporary
Nevada County, CA

About: Nestled into the western slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Nevada County is known as the heart of the “Gold Country.” Nevada County is known to provide its residents with a great quality of life. The economy is well supported by a wide array of industries, including manufacturing, retail, technology, agriculture, construction and health services. Nevada County has an above-average high school graduation rate, accessibility to traditional, charter and private schools, and higher-level education at two local Sierra College campuses. Infrastructure projects such as the broadband initiative and library technology center offer opportunities for viable expansion while maintaining a small-town feel. The Gold Country is often a recommended tourist destination and stands out for its rich history, museums, and quaint Victorian architecture coupled with an assortment of outdoor, arts, and cultural activities offered yearround. Residents and visitors enjoy Nevada County’s historic foothill towns nestled amidst pristine rivers, picturesque forests and the rugged beauty of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Nevada County offers a rural, small-town lifestyle, while still being located within a convenient distance from urban centers in Sacramento, the Bay Area and Reno. Weather: The weather of Nevada County is another valued feature of the area. Residents enjoy a long, warm sunny season while experiencing color changes in the fall with cool, occasionally snowy winters. Summer temperatures are typically mild, with average highs near 85 degrees in July. Rain in January typically averages ten inches per year and the highest elevations receive an annual average of 206 inches of snow. Recreation: Scenic trails, alpine lakes, the Yuba River and the Sierra Nevada Mountains all support numerous recreation activities, including skiing, biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, hunting and backpacking. With a calendar packed with street fairs, festivals, art exhibits, local theater and children’s activities, visitors and locals can experience small-town life without having to forgo indulgence in pleasures more typical of an urban setting. Arts and Culture: Nevada County is a creative hotspot in the Sierra Nevada, offering an array of experiences, including concerts, film festivals, street fairs, dance performances, poetry readings, studio tours and galleries. The county also has numerous venues for performing arts, many of which are historic settings. The arts have a large economic impact, which has become a vital component to life in Nevada County. We strive to be an employer of choice through active engagement with employees, development of programs that both support employees and align with Board of Supervisors' strategy, and the creation of a culture that fosters innovation.
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- $32.67 - $39.88 Hourly
- Temporary
- May 31, 2026
Job Description
Definition and Class Characteristics

INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD JUNE 19, 2026

Nevada County is seeking a part-time, experienced Accountant for the Health and Human Services Agency Administration to support the Fiscal Unit for the Housing and Community Services Division and the Public Health Department. Our accountants perform professional accounting including:
Preparation and review of journal entries
Review and approval of AP batches
Monitoring and analysis of revenues and expenditures
Grant claims and grant report preparation
Gathering of data for a variety of financial reports requiring the application of accounting principles and judgment
Analysis of financial system reports to verify information, and making decisions on next course of action
Grant budgets and County budget preparation and monitoring
Complex cost allocations and payroll processing

Accountants are an integral part of the Agency's fiscal team, whose mission is to protect lives, promote health and wellness, and provide support and services to help Nevada County residents meet their basic needs. The Accountant classification is intended for individuals who have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting or a related field, and one year of applicable experience. If you have additional experience of more than 2 years, that's a plus!

This position is part-time temporary; part-time employees work an average of 20 hours but not more than 29 hours per week, for a maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year. Temporary employees earn sick leave but are not eligible for other vacation or holiday pay, medical, dental, or vision benefits, or CalPERS.

Why Nevada County?

Because here, your contribution, your worth, your ideas, all have a place. We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media and hosted sites. We strive to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day. Bring your whole self to our place.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Education and Experience Required

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting or related field; and one year of applicable experience. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis for a maximum of two years.

NOTE:

This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.

Sick Leave:

Temporary County employees shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for each thirty (30) hours worked. Temporary County employees can accrue a maximum of 80 hours of sick leave which may be carried over from one fiscal year to the next.

Medical Benefits:

Temporary employees whose assignments average 30 hours per week or more are eligible to enroll in County-sponsored medical benefits.

NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department

950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010option 2

Comments, please email:human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov

Closing Date/Time: 6/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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Nevada County, CA

About:

Nestled into the western slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Nevada County is known as the heart of the “Gold Country.” Nevada County is known to provide its residents with a great quality of life.

The economy is well supported by a wide array of industries, including manufacturing, retail, technology, agriculture, construction and health services.

Nevada County has an above-average high school graduation rate, accessibility to traditional, charter and private schools, and higher-level education at two local Sierra College campuses.

Infrastructure projects such as the broadband initiative and library technology center offer opportunities for viable expansion while maintaining a small-town feel. The Gold Country is often a recommended tourist destination and stands out for its rich history, museums, and quaint Victorian architecture coupled with an assortment of outdoor, arts, and cultural activities offered yearround.

Residents and visitors enjoy Nevada County’s historic foothill towns nestled amidst pristine rivers, picturesque forests and the rugged beauty of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Nevada County offers a rural, small-town lifestyle, while still being located within a convenient distance from urban centers in Sacramento, the Bay Area and Reno.

Weather:

The weather of Nevada County is another valued feature of the area. Residents enjoy a long, warm sunny season while experiencing color changes in the fall with cool, occasionally snowy winters. Summer temperatures are typically mild, with average highs near 85 degrees in July. Rain in January typically averages ten inches per year and the highest elevations receive an annual average of 206 inches of snow.

Recreation:

Scenic trails, alpine lakes, the Yuba River and the Sierra Nevada Mountains all support numerous recreation activities, including skiing, biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, hunting and backpacking. With a calendar packed with street fairs, festivals, art exhibits, local theater and children’s activities, visitors and locals can experience small-town life without having to forgo indulgence in pleasures more typical of an urban setting.

Arts and Culture:

Nevada County is a creative hotspot in the Sierra Nevada, offering an array of experiences, including concerts, film festivals, street fairs, dance performances, poetry readings, studio tours and galleries. The county also has numerous venues for performing arts, many of which are historic settings. The arts have a large economic impact, which has become a vital component to life in Nevada County.

We strive to be an employer of choice through active engagement with employees, development of programs that both support employees and align with Board of Supervisors' strategy, and the creation of a culture that fosters innovation.
Nevada County, CA
- Nevada City, California, United States
- https://www.nevadacountyca.gov
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Accountant - Temporary

Supervising Criminal Attorney - General Crimes Unit - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!

Supervising Criminal Attorney - Special Victims Unit - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!

Kennel Attendant

Legal Office Assistant I

Legal Office Assistant II

Deputy District Attorney II - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!

Deputy District Attorney III - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!

Managing Accountant-Auditor

Deputy District Attorney I - $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!!!

Information Systems Analyst I

Information Systems Analyst II

Accountant

Administrative Analyst I

Administrative Analyst II

Deputy Public Conservator

Clerk Recorder Assistant I-Temporary

Transfer Request Only--Generic Filing

Correctional Officer I

Public Defender

Human Services Specialist II - Eligibility & Employment (PAEL)

Intern-DoD SkillBridge Internship

Intern-Internship Opportunities-Unpaid

Correctional Officer I - (Female Only)

Deputy Sheriff II - (Laterals From Other Public Agencies)

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