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Job Application Form (pdf)

Several members of the public have requested information on running for an elected position. Please scroll to the bottom of the page for the pdf file that will provide this information.

Currently Knox County is seeking applicants for a part-time position of Programs Planner in the EMA office.

Click here on "EMA Programs Planner" for the job description.

From time to time, the County has employment opportunities in Law Enforcement, Corrections and Communications. Job applications should be submitted to the Administrative Offices for processing.

All applications submitted must include the original signature of the applicant. If there are no vacancies, the submitted application will be kept on file for a period of time.

The following is posted for informational purposes.

Corrections Officers
Part-time Corrections Officers: Part-time rate of pay is $10.00 per hour.
Full-time Corrections Officers: Full-time rate of pay is $14.11 per hour (Entry level) or
$14.32 with proof MCJA certification .
Full-time Corrections Officer - Job Description (pdf)
Part-time Corrections Officer - Job Description (pdf)

Deputy Sheriffs
Part-time deputy sheriffs: Rate of pay is $15.24 with proof of completion of the
100 hour training course.
Full-time deputy sheriffs: Rate of pay is $15.24 (Entry level - 100 hour course) or
$15.45 with with proof of MCJA certification.
Job Description (pdf)
Additional Information and Minimum Requiremens (pdf)

Emergency Communications
Part-time Dispatchers: Rate of pay is $9.00 per hour.
Full-time Dispatchers: Rate of pay is $14.11 per per hour (Entry level) or
$14.32 per hour with proof of MCJA certification.
Job Description (pdf)

Applicants for all positions must be high school graduates or equivalent, no criminal record and be in good health. Other qualifications are listed in job descriptions, specific to the job applied. Application forms and job descriptions are available for pick up in the courthouse lobby, just outside the County Administrative Offices, Knox County Courthouse, 62 Union Street, Rockland, or click onto the Job Application Form listed at the top of this page to obtain a copy.

The county provides excellent benefits for full-time employees, including shared medical insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, 401(A) Money Purchase Retirement Plan, and a voluntary dental plan.

The county reserves the right to reject any and all applications
and to select the applicant most qualified.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

In response to several inquires from members of the public about county elected offices, the 2008 "Candidate Guide - Running for Office in Maine" is being provided. Please click here on the Candidates' Guide (pdf) for the guide.

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