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Senior Accounting Assistant
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$55,910.40 - $68,244.80 Annually
- Accounting and Finance
Senior Planner
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$96,283.20 - $117,540.80 Annually
- Planning and Development
Victim/Witness Advocate - Limited Term
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$60,849.72 - $74,285.04 Annually
- Human and Social Services
- Legal Services
Network System Analyst I
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$89,336.00 - $109,075.20 Annually
- Administrative Analysis and Research
Network System Analyst II
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$98,716.80 - $120,515.20 Annually
- Administrative Analysis and Research
Principal Planner
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$131,352.00 - $160,347.20 Annually
- Planning and Development
Kennel Attendant - Temporary
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$21.58 - $26.35 Hourly
- Public Health
- Other
Housing Project Manager
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$108,139.20 - $132,017.60 Annually
- Housing
- Project Management
CTE Intern-Economic Development
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$0.00 Hourly
- Community and Economic Development
- Internship
Assistant District Attorney- $5000 Signing Bonus + Additional Incentives
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$189,987.20 - $231,940.80 Annually
- Accounting and Finance
- Legal Services
Legal Secretary II - District Attorney's Office
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$57,029.52 - $69,621.36 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
Legal Secretary I - District Attorney's Office
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$51,625.60 - $63,003.20 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
CTE Intern-Community Development Agency
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$0.00 Hourly
- Community and Economic Development
- Internship
Administrative Services Officer
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County Transportation Commission
8835
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
Clerk Recorder Assistant I-Temporary
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$23.49 - $28.68 Hourly
- Accounting and Finance
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Records Management
- Other
Clerk Recorder Assistant II-Temporary
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$25.95 - $31.68 Hourly
- Accounting and Finance
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Records Management
- Other
Correctional Officer I - (Female Only)
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$64,916.80 - $79,268.80 Annually
- CORRECTIONS
Correctional Officer I
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$64,916.80 - $79,268.80 Annually
- CORRECTIONS
Transfer Request Only--Generic Filing
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$0.00 Annually
- Other
Human Services Specialist II - Eligibility & Employment (PAEL)
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$63,648.00 - $77,688.00 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Human Resources and Personnel
- Public Health
Intern-DoD SkillBridge Internship
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$0.00 Hourly
- Internship
Intern-Internship Opportunities-Unpaid
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
- Internship
Deputy Sheriff II - (Laterals From Other Public Agencies)
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$97,968.00 - $119,579.20 Annually
- Public Safety
- Other
Deputy Sheriff I
- Nevada City, California
- Nevada County, CA
$88,649.60 - $108,243.20 Annually
- Public Safety
Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Helitack)
- Nevada City, California
- USDA
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Wildland Firefighter (Senior Firefighter)
- Nevada City, California
- USDA
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operation)
- Nevada City, California
- US Government Jobs
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Deputy Sheriff II - (Laterals From Other Public Agencies)
- Nevada City, California
- County of Nevada
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Deputy Sheriff I
- Nevada City, California
- County of Nevada
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Experienced Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Nevada City, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent (GL-9/GS-11) – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Nevada City, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Army Part-Time - 200 Careers, Paid Training, 30 Days PTO
- Nevada City, California
- U.S Army Reserve
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Border Patrol Agent
- Nevada City, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Nevada City, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Infantryman - Entry Level (95959)
- Nevada City, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Infantryman (95959)
- Nevada City, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Infantryman - Hiring Immediately (95959)
- Nevada City, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Infantryman - Entry Level (95959)
- Nevada City, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
M1 Armor Crewman - Find Success in US Army (95959)
- Nevada City, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Infantryman - Find Success in US Army (95959)
- Nevada City, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Infantryman - Find Success in US Army (95959)
- Nevada City, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Infantryman (95959)
- Nevada City, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Infantryman - Hiring Immediately (95959)
- Nevada City, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government
M1 Armor Crewman - Find Success in US Army (95959)
- Nevada City, California
- U.S. Army
- Full Time
- Federal Government

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Senior Accounting Assistant
- Nevada City, California United States
- Nevada County, CA
- Sep 10, 2026
- $55,910.40 - $68,244.80 Annually
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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- $55,910.40 - $68,244.80 Annually
- Sep 10, 2026
Job Description
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INTERVIEWS FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD

THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 28, 2026

Do you enjoy working with the public and have excellent cash handling skills? Does collecting taxes and balancing various accounts sound interesting? Then serving as a Senior Accounting Assistant within the Treasurer - Tax Collector’s office may be the position for you.

The Treasurer-Tax Collector’s office is comprised of a successful team of dedicated professionals and has two divisions: Property Taxes and the County Treasury. The property tax division is responsible for the collection of over $380M in annual property taxes along with other revenues to help a variety of public agencies meet their financial goals. The Treasury division manages the County Treasury pool of $450M and accepts deposits for all County departments, school districts, and special districts, and ensures accurate payment and reconciliation of approved check disbursements and wire transfers while ensuring there are adequate funds to cover liquidity needs of the County Treasury.

This is an advanced-level position where individuals perform a wide range of duties in the processing and maintenance of financial and tax related records along with providing exceptional customer service to our community and County Departments.

Vital duties of this position include:
Handling monetary transactions, including cash and checks, by accurately posting customer payments. Providing correct change, and issues receipts.
Interfacing with the public over the telephone, in person, and through email correspondence.
Researching a variety of complex tax records and calculating tax amounts owed.
Maintaining detailed records and compiling appropriate backup to support accounting entries.
Possessing a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet programs.
Reviewing and reconciling treasury and tax accounts to ensure accuracy. Reviews and reconciles treasury and tax accounts to ensure accuracy and proper financial record keeping.
Monitoring departmental contracts and process accounts payable for the department; may also assist with budget preparation and ongoing monitoring of departmental revenue and expenditure budget.

A Senior Accounting Assistant is an integral part of the County's team whose mission is to support the Treasurer - Tax Collector department by maintaining accurate records, recording critical payment transactions, and balancing accounts! This position is crafted for individuals who have graduated from high school and have two years of experience performing duties comparable to those of Nevada County's classification of Accounting Assistant II. No college degree is required but if you have taken a few courses in accounting or a related field, that's a plus, along with recent cash handling experience!

Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides important programming to keep us safe and healthy.

This is a full-time position; the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA).

Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. 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.
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Benefits Guide

The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information.
Health Insurance
The County sponsored plan is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
Health Insurance Plans
Anthem Blue Cross Select HMO
Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO
Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO
Blue Shield Trio HMO
Kaiser HMO
PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)
PERS Platinum PPO
PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)
Flexible Spending Accounts
The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance
Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:
Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Basic Term Life
Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans
Optional Dependent Term Life
Optional Term Life
Dental & Vision Insurance
Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Ameritas Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and Ameritas VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement
The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and also provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.

CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62

CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.

NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.

Nevada County Human Resources Department

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

Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov

www.nevadacountyca.gov

Closing Date/Time: 9/24/2026 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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