Jobs Open to Public and Current County Employees
This page is updated as new positions become available.
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Position Title : |
Clerk #JCL102811 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
July 01, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 10, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$11.13 - $12.50 hr. |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Sunday; 40 hours a week, nights and weekends as assigned. |
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Position Summary: |
Checks library materials in and out using the automated circulation system. Uses computer terminals to interact with patron records. Handles overdue fines and other fees. Sorts and discharges from book drop and branch run. Shelves library materials. Answer phones as needed. Maintains the hold and defer shelves. Assists with other duties as assigned. |
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Qualifications: |
High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to maneuver materials from tubs weighing up to 40 pounds. Ability to provide quality service to both internal and external customers and to learn the automated system. Good communication skills, the ability to work well with people. Preferred: Public service experience in a library and experience with an on-line catalog. Bi-lingual in Spanish. |
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Clerk II #SHR102720 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
July 01, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 09, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$11.13 - $14.84 hr. |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Sunday; 40 hours a week, variable based on shift assignment/preference. |
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Position Summary: |
The Detention Bureau provides the citizens of Johnson County with safe and secure detention facilities that either meets or exceeds the standards articulated by local, state, federal and professional agencies. These facilities, under the direction of the Sheriff, will ensure the safety of the inmate, staff, visitors, and the community by providing professional training and a proper work environment for staff, by utilizing the most current techniques available in the field of corrections. Responsibilities of the Clerk II within the Detention Bureau include:
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Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience creating and maintaining files in a Detention or Criminal Justice environment is preferred. Applicants will be required to clear a criminal history check. |
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Support Specialist #DCT101929 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
July 01, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 09, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$13.49 - $14.00 hr. |
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Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
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Position Summary: |
Candidate will work with the Income Withholding Group preparing legal documents for complex issues relating to support enforcement. Candidate will assist with outgoing correspondence, audits, and other duties requiring legal knowledge and proficient writing skills. Candidate must learn and assist with all phases of income withholding. Candidate must be computer literate, and must be able to learn multiple new computer programs. There will be heavy public relations work with litigants, attorneys, employers, child support enforcement agencies and law enforcement agencies. The ideal candidate should expect a heavy workload, be detailed orientated, have a desire to serve and a spirit of cooperation. |
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Qualifications: |
Associates Degree and 2 years legal experience is required. Education may be substituted for experience or experience may be substituted for education. Desired candidates will have excellent verbal/written communication skills to effectively and professionally address aggressive individuals; attention to detail and above average organizations skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality required. Excellent initiative, time management skills, basic computer experience and typing skills required. Prior customer service experience, basic mathematical and accounting skills preferred. |
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(Part time) Utility Assistance Coordinator #HSD101295 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
June 25, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 10, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$14.76 - $21.32 hr. |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Friday; 20 hours a week. |
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Position Summary: |
Coordinates utility assistance (UA) for applicants who live in the Olathe School District (with potential for seeing clients in other school districts);; provides other emergency assistance in the course of providing UA, as appropriate; provides community resource information and referral to clients needing services beyond utility assistance; performs data entry of utility assistance forms and prepares monthly utility assistance reports; develops and maintains working relationships with other HS team members, utility companies, community agencies, churches, civic organizations, and the public, and ensures/increases public awareness of utility assistance. |
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Qualifications: |
Requires an Associate’s Degree in Social Services, Communications, or a related field; Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work is preferred. Requires one year of experience providing direct client services in a social service setting; one year of customer service experience with the general public is preferred. Requires a criminal history check and a valid driver’s license; must be able to lift 40lbs.; travel required 60% within Johnson County. |
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(Part time, Temporary) Weatherization Secretary #HSD104500 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
June 19, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 06, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$11.13 - $16.08 hr. |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 12:00pm flexible. |
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Position Summary: |
Provides clerical support for the Weatherization program: processes weatherization applications, data entry, prepares correspondence including reports, waiting lists, and staff meeting minutes; coordinating schedule for the weatherization coordinator’s inspections and state audit. Responds to customer inquiries about the weatherization program and directs to appropriate departments if needed. Provides additional administrative support to the Housing Services division as needed. |
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Qualifications: |
Requires up to one year specialized/ technical secretarial or office procedures training. Typing 50 wpm and competent with word processing, Excel, Access, and other related programs. |
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Reimbursement Supervisor #MNH100349 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
June 23, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 23, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$44,897 - $60,000 yr. |
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Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm |
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Position Summary: |
Manages, directs and oversees all accounts receivable functions of Johnson County Mental Health Center. Provides supervision of billing and intake staff, assuring that Center procedures are followed in setting fees, billings and application of payments. Reviews third party announcements and assures that billing requirements are communicated and updated. Researches and provides information on new service reimbursements and compliance issues. |
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Qualifications: |
Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or finance is required. A minimum of 2 years experience as a health insurance supervisor, medical office or hospital business manager and 2 years experience with contract negotiations with third-party payors with an emphasis on Medicaid and Medicare vendors are also required. Relevant experience may be substituted for degree. |
Information Technology Positions
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Position Title : |
Network Administrator #EMS100285 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
June 12, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 06, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$18.76 - $27.09 hr. |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm |
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Position Summary: |
The Emergency Services Network Administrator will be responsible for
the development, maintenance and security of the Emergency Services
Information System Network. This network consists of the
internetworking of 16 Emergency Services locations throughout
Johnson County, 2 Local Area Networks, and collaborating with 4
hospital Emergency Departments for wireless access points. This
activity is increasing each year commensurate with the County's
growth. The incumbent will plan, coordinate, install, maintain, and
repair computer hardware, software, data communications & networking
equipment. And a proficient understanding of networking components
and related equipment to facilitate self-sufficiency is mandatory.
The incumbent will monitor & maintain network security and meet high
availability network status (less than 24 hours downtime annually)
for approx. 15,000 electronic patient records generated annually
from emergency medical events authored by paramedics and an
additional 33,000 events generated annually from 911 emergency
calls. |
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Qualifications: |
Requires Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Services. Three years experience with local and wide area network design and development. Requires Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification (provide evidence of successful completion), OR certification on Windows Server 2003 (MCSE On Windows Server 2003). Must hold (or acquire within 3 months of hire date) CPR and AED certification possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Must pass County prescribed drug test and background check. Special Instructions: |
Maintenance & Vocational Positions
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Position Title : |
(Temporary) Weatherization Inspector #HSD104499 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
June 19, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 06, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$13.49 - $19.48 hr. |
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Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm. |
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Position Summary: |
Will perform inspections according to State program guidelines. Systematize the energy conservation needs of homes to be weatherized and assess additional repairs needed to maintain whole house integrity. Will also ensure lead safe work practices when applicable. Monitor the work of weatherization contractors to ensure compliance with work specifications. |
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Qualifications: |
Requires high school diploma or equivalent and vo-tech training in Energy Efficiency, Weatherization, or other Residential Building Systems (Associates degree preferred). Ability to work with a diverse clientele and a customer friendly demeanor. Previous experience in working with the general public preferred. |
Health Care & Human Services Positions
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Position Title : |
Case Manager #MNH070909 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
June 25, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 09, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$16.47 - $20.14 hr. |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm with ability to flex. |
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Position Summary: |
The successful candidate will work as part of a team to provide recovery oriented community based case management services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. These services include supportive counseling, developing person centered treatment plans, the coordination of all services, and monitoring progress. |
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Qualifications: |
A Bachelor's degree in human services field is required. Experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness is preferred. A valid driver's license and good driving record are also required. |
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Child & Adolescent Staff Psychiatrist #MNH100036 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
June 19, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
Open Until Filled |
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Pay Rate: |
Commensurate with experience |
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Monday - Friday; daytime hours |
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Position Summary: |
Johnson County Mental Health Center (located in a suburb of Kansas City) has an opening effective 10-1-09 for a full-time Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist for outpatient work. |
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Qualifications: |
Requires a medical degree; (M.D. or D.O.); successful completion of an ACGME accredited Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Residency Program, & must be eligible for licensure to practice in KS. Must have board eligibility or certification through ABPN. Interested applicants can apply online or contact: Dr. Jane Lauchland. Johnson County Mental Health Center, 6000 Lamar, Suite 130, Mission, KS 66202; 913-831-2550; FAX to 913-826-1594; Jane.Lauchland@jocogov.org |
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Position Title : |
Health Educator #PBH100577 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
June 24, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 08, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$18.76 - $27.09 hr |
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Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm some evenings and weekends |
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Position Summary: |
The Health Educator leads agency’s HIV/STD prevention activities as defined by objectives of Health Education/Risk Reduction (HE/RR) grant funded by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE); develops and leads educational activities related to teen pregnancy, conducts educational programs to include “Let’s Get Growing” and “Power On” to a variety of audiences based on community needs/requests on sexuality-related activities to include sexuality transmitted diseases, puberty, and teen pregnancy ; provides Rapid HIV testing activities as defined by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, ; collaborates with the Healthy Living Project to provide weekly on-line HIV/STD prevention and education, outreach and testing, , coordinates and develops on-line forums and seminars for MSM population; researches and writes grant proposals to build resource capacities to achieve agency/division objectives and goals and collaborates with co-workers in designing and implementing division programs. |
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Qualifications: |
Requires a Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree is preferred. Incumbent must possess HIV Counseling and Testing Certification, HIV Prevention Counseling Certification and HIV Rapid Testing CLIA Certification. Requires three to five years of public health, nursing, education or social work experience; public speaking, grant writing, coalition building and group dynamics, budget preparation and financial planning experience are also required. Requires a criminal history check and a valid driver’s license; exposure to extreme temperatures; exposure to loud noises; must be able to lift 50lbs.; blood-borne pathogens; on-call and/or stand-by work required when indicated; shift work (evenings and weekends); travel required 10%; |
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Mental Health Nurse #MNH062909 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
June 29, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 27, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$22.00 - $26.00 hr. |
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Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
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Position Summary: |
The Mental Health Nurse provides direct psychiatric services to patients/families, individually or in a group setting; provides education to patients/families/others; serves as Case Coordinator to clients requiring only medication management; coordinates with pharmacies regarding re-fills; obtains and manages an adequate supply of medications for indigent clients; consults with other Mental Health Staff regarding clinical and medication issues; assists Psychiatrists with patient management; participates in supervision of trainees; aids in scheduling of psychiatric time to meet client’s needs; serves as liaison to external mental health/medical agencies and providers; provides input to supervisors regarding quality improvement opportunities and completes documentation in a timely manner. |
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Requires two years of direct patient care experience, preferably in the mental health/chemical dependency fields. Registered Nurse in the State of Kansas required. |
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Residential Providers APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
June 22, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 06, 2009 |
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Position Grade: |
12 non-exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
$11.13 hr. |
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Schedule: |
Work days and hours will vary. Full and Part time positions available. |
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Position Summary: |
Through daily supervision and oversight, teach daily living skills to individuals with MR/DD in home setting to enhance their independence. Assist in development and implementation of action plan goals. Provide crisis intervention and behavioral guidance to consumers to ensure a safe environment for staff and other consumers. Assist with meal planning, household chores, & pass medications. |
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Qualifications: |
High school graduate or equivalent, good communication skills, and the ability to participate as a team member. Valid driver’s license and good driving record are required. Experience working with persons with MR/DD preferred. College level course work in a relevant field and knowledge of training techniques & behavioral supports highly desirable. Ability to perform physical labor in a production setting may be required. CPR and First Aid will be required after hire. |
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Substance Abuse Youth Care Worker APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
June 23, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
July 07, 2009 |
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Pay Rate: |
$13.49 hr. |
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Schedule: |
Multiple Shifts Available |
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Position Summary: |
This position is responsible for processing admission clients for the youth substance abuse residential facility. This process entails the following duties: searching and taking inventory of clients clothing and hygiene articles, providing tour of the facility to the client and his/her parents, orienting the client to the facility, obtaining client urine drug screens, assigning a room for the client, and processing admissions paperwork. Other responsibilities are the following: supervision and care of adolescents in a residential alcohol/drug treatment program. Duties include facilitating client activities/groups; documenting activities and events; assisting client to accomplish treatment plan goals; managing client behavior; and performing others duties specific to the shift such as bed checks, chart audits, transportation/supervision of appointments and outings, Must be able to work effectively as a team member. Must participate in professional training and staff meetings, as required. |
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Qualifications: |
Requires a high school
diploma or equivalent and one year of experience working in a human
services setting. An Associate’s degree in a human services field
and AAPS Substance Abuse Counselor certification are preferred.
(Education may be substituted for experience.) This position also requires a valid driver’s license. Must pass criminal background check and post-employment physical examination. |
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Position Title : |
2009 Summer Youth Program |
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Pay Rate: |
$7.25 hr. |
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Work days and hours will vary; 24-30 hours a week |
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Position Summary: |
Primary goal of the Summer Youth Program is to engage youth in a meaningful work experience to gain practical work skills that will enhance their future employability in the world of work. The 2009 Summer Youth Program will be administered by Workforce Partnership, with Johnson County Government supporting the effort through the placement of participants. |
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| How to Apply: | For more information concerning this posting or to apply please visit the Workforce Partnership website at http://www.workforcepartnership.com |
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