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Karnes County Job Openings 

           

NOW HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS

  • Assistant County Attorney

    Department: County Attorney

    Reports to: County Attorney

    Pay: $65,000 - $89,000 annually, plus benefits (salary based on experience)

    The Karnes County Attorney's Office is hiring for an Assistant County Attorney position that responsibilities will include all aspects of misdemeanor prosecution including initial intake of cases, plea negotiations, witness preparation, interaction with law enforcement and victims, trial preparation, motions to suppress, probation revocations, and related legal research. It includes juvenile cases, truancy, justice of the peace work.

    – Must be a graduate of an accredited school of law
    – Must have a license to practice law in the State of Texas and be in good standing with the State 
    – Must pass a thorough background investigation conducted by Karnes County

     

    Click here for the full job description.

    Any questions about this position can be directed to jennifer.tapia@co.karnes.tx.us.

    To apply please complete the Karnes County Employment application

    A completed Karnes County application, a cover letter and resume can be emailed to jennifer.tapia@co.karnes.tx.us; or can be mailed to Jennifer R. Tapia, County Attorney of Karnes County, 101 N Panna Mara, Suite 302, Karnes City, Texas 78118.

    Position will be posted until filled.   

  • KARNES COUNTY

    3rd County Assistant Auditor

    A full-time position of 3rd Assistant County Auditor is available with the Karnes County Auditor’s Office.

    The position’s primary duties include processing accounts payable as well as performance of routine internal audits, fixed assets, standard clerical and administrative duties and other projects assigned.

    Additional information, including education/experience requirements, is available by contacting Elaine Simmons, Human Resources @ (830)780-5162. 

    Please submit the completed Karnes County Employment Application to elaine.simmons@co.karnes.tx.us.

    KARNES COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

  • Karnes County Facility Security

    Department: Karnes County Sheriff Office

    Reports to: Karnes County Sheriff

    Salary: $50,000 annually, plus benefits and uniform allowance

    Karnes County is hiring for a Facility Security position that responsibilities will be to provide security for the occupants and public visitors of the Karnes County Courthouse and other county facilities.

    Click here for the full job description.

    License/Certifications required:

    • Licensed Peace Officer
    • Valid Texas Driver License

    Conditions of Employment:

    • Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen.
    • Must successfully complete physical and psychological examination.
    • Must successfully complete a background investigation.

    To apply please complete the Karnes County Employment application

    A completed Karnes County application, a cover letter and resume can be emailed to dwayne.villanueva@co.karnes.tx.us.

    Position will be posted until filled.   

  • Sheriff Patrol Deputy Job Posting

    **Effective Oct. 1, 2023, starting salary will be $58,000 plus $1,200 uniform allowance**


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