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Temporary Employment
Fall River County Weed Sprayer: This is a part time job with variable days and hours subject to contracted work and weather conditions. Will work May through October. Must be 18 years or older, driver’s license, can lift 50+lbs and physically fit to bend, squat, lift and extensive walking. Must obtain SD commercial pesticide applicator licenses with General and Right-of-Way. Experience with maintenance of small engines and pump systems preferred. Must be able to apply herbicides/pesticide and operate ATV-UTV vehicles, pickups and trailers, ability to read maps and legal descriptions, ability to work independently, positive attitude and a desire to learn. Salary: $11.20 – $13/hr depending on experience. Call 605-745-5047 for more information. Position open till filled.
Permanent Employment:
Full-time Administrative Assistant: The Fall River County Treasurer’s Office is accepting applications for a full-time administrative assistant. Duties include assisting customers with property tax payments, titling & registering of motor vehicles, answering phones, and other duties as assigned. 40 hours weekly Monday through Friday 8 – 5. Qualifications: Good organizational skills, effective written and verbal communication, attention to detail, positive attitude, computer knowledge and a desire to learn. Education: High school diploma or GED certificate. Benefits include paid health, vision and dental insurance, vacation, sick and personal leave and South Dakota State Retirement. Wages: $16.00 to $17.00 per hour, depending on experience. Submit applications (see county application below) to Treasurer, 906 N River St, Hot Springs, SD 57747. Open until filled.
Part-time Administrative Assistant: The Fall River County Treasurer’s Office is accepting applications for a part-time administrative assistant. Duties include assisting customers with property tax payments & titling & registering of motor vehicles, answering phones, and other duties as assigned. 20 hours weekly Monday through Friday with varied hours between 8 – 5. Qualifications: Good organizational skills, effective written and verbal communication, attention to detail, positive attitude, computer knowledge and a desire to learn. Education: High school diploma or GED certificate. Wage: $16.00 per hour. Submit applications (see county application below) to Maintenance Supervisor, 906 N River St, Hot Springs, SD 57747. Open until filled.
Custodian/Maintenance (part-time): Fall River County is accepting applications for part-time employment maintenance/custodian position, in Hot Springs SD. Looking for a motivated person; must be able up to lift 50 pounds. Basic knowledge of Carpentry, Electrical and Custodial duties are desired. Computer Experience would be beneficial. Wages: $16.00 to $17.00 per hour, depending on experience. For more information, call 745-5144. Submit applications (see county application below) to Maintenance Supervisor, 906 N River St, Hot Springs, SD 57747. Open until filled.
TRUCK DRIVER/HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: The Fall River County Highway Department is accepting applications for a full time Truck Driver/Heavy Equipment Operator. Benefits package included: paid health, vision and dental insurance, vacation, sick and personal leave, and South Dakota State Retirement. This job requires that the applicant possess a Class “A” C.D.L. You also must be able to pass a background check. Applications are available at the Auditor’s office, 906 N River St, Hot Springs, SD and at the Fall River County Highway Dept. Submit applications to the Fall River County Highway Department, 27518 Cascade Road, Hot Springs, SD. You may obtain more information by calling 605-745-5137. Open until filled.
24/7 Tech (part-time): The Fall River County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for a 24/7 Tech position. Duties include administering PBTs and UAs, data entry into computer system. Hours are early morning and early evening. Starting Wage: $16.00/hour, no benefits. Submit applications (see county application below) to Fall River County Sheriff’s Office, 906 N River St., Hot Springs, SD 57747. Open until filled.
911 Dispatcher: Fall River County Sheriffs Office is accepting applications for a full time 911 Dispatchers. The starting wage: $19.50/hour (uncertified) or $21.50-$22.50 (certified). Shifts are day, evening and overnight, and include weekends and holidays. Benefits include paid health, vision and dental insurance; vacation, sick and personal leave and South Dakota State Retirement.
The position involves substantial public contact, receiving incoming radio and phone calls, and entering information into the computer aided dispatch system. Individuals must be able to multi task with accurate typing (35 words per minute) and computer skills. This facility handles multiple calls from different agencies which will need dispatched out simultaneously. Applicant must be able to remain calm and maintain composure and treat people with respect even under pressure in stressful situations. Individual must possess the ability to consistently think clearly; act quickly; and calmly in a wide variety of situations.
The position requires SD State Certification for radio dispatching. The training, completed in Pierre, SD will be provided to successful applicants. Position requires a medical physical (UA and hearing test), fingerprinting and background check. Submit application (see law enforcement application below) to Fall River County Sheriff’s office, 906 N. River St. Hot Springs, SD. Open until filled.
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The following application is used for all employment openings in Fall River County. If you are interested in applying for a position with the county, please complete the application in its entirety. You may also attach a résumé if you have additional information you believe to be relevant to the position.
County Employment Application (application must be printed and submitted)
Law Enforcement Employment Dispatch Application , Jailer & Deputy Application (application must be printed and submitted)
