| Location | Truckee, CA |
| Salary | $47.69–$58.23 Per Hour |
Truckee Public Health Nurse II -Temporary
Salary
$47.69 - $58.23 Hourly
Location
Truckee Government Center (Eastern County), 10879 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, CA
Job Type
Temporary
Job Number
2026-0158
Department
Public Health
Opening Date
08/12/2026
Closing Date
8/26/2026 8:00 AM Pacific
Definition and Class Characteristics
INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD SEPTEMBER 17, 2026.
The Public Health Department promotes the health of the entire community through varied programs ranging from reproductive health care and coordination of the response to health emergencies to individual case management to primary prevention of disease and wellness promotion. Come join our dynamic, professional team committed to keeping Nevada Countys residents safe and healthy!
We are currently seeking a part-time, temporary Public Health Nurse to be an integral part of our Truckee Clinical Services Team.
We are recruiting for this vacancy at the Public Health Nurse I, II, and Senior level. Please be sure to apply for all levels you wish to be considered for.
Examples of Duties
Duties will include:
This position is part-time temporary; part-time employees work an average of 20 hours but not more than 29 hours per week, for a maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year. Temporary employees earn sick leave, but are not eligible for other vacation or holiday pay, medical, dental, or vision benefits, or CalPERS.
Why Nevada County?
Because here, your contribution, your worth, your ideas, all have a place! We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media and hosted sites. We aim to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day. Bring your whole self to our place.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. 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. Contact us to request accommodation.
View the full job description to see the minimum requirements and to learn more about this job.
NOTE:
This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Sick Leave:
Temporary County employees shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for each thirty (30) hours worked. Temporary County employees can accrue a maximum of 80 hours of sick leave which may be carried over from one fiscal year to the next.
Medical Benefits:
Temporary employees whose assignments average 30 hours per week or more are eligible to enroll in County-sponsored medical benefits.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2
Comments, please email:human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov
01
Which of the following choices best describes your level of education? Please note that failure to attach a copy of your college level transcripts (unofficial are accepted) or degree will result in disqualification.
02
What is the subject area of your college education?
03
Have you attached a copy of your degree or transcripts? Please note, failure to attach documentation may disqualify your application from further consideration.
04
What type of professional license do you possess which permits you to practice in California? Please attach a copy of your license, if applicable, to ensure full consideration.
05
Which of the following choices best describes your nursing experience comparable to Nevada Countys Public Health Nurse I? In order to accurately respond, please review the Public Health Nurse I job description located at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1287011?keywords=public%20health%20nurse%20i&pagetype=classSpecifications
06
Do you possess a valid California certificate as a Public Health Nurse? If so, please attach a copy in order to ensure full consideration. Your application may be disqualified if it is not attached.
07
We provide direct patient services such as immunizations and TB testing at our building so it is considered a healthcare facility. There are more stringent requirements for masking and vaccinations at healthcare facilities. Please describe your feelings about masks and vaccinations.
Required Question
Employer County of Nevada
Address 950 Maidu Avenue
Nevada City, California, 95959
Phone 530 265 7010
Website https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/