Cherokee County Jobs

05/21/25
Laborer (Temporary – Summer 2025)
Cherokee County (Precinct-4)

Precinct 4 is seeking temporary laborers for the Summer of 2025. This applicant will be required to operate power hand tools, mow and clean around mail boxes and culverts. They will also observe roadside work to ensure safety procedures are followed and perform equipment maintenance. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may include: excellent interpersonal skills, use of a shovel, hoe or rake to patch roads and the ability to learn all county road names, numbers and locations. The work environment is outdoors, therefore, the applicant may anticipate extreme hot and cold temperatures. There may also be exposure to dust, fumes, petroleum fuels, oils and lubricants. This job requires the physical ability to: lift up to 80 lbs, climb, stoop, bend, twist and move. Applications may be obtained online at www.co.cherokee.tx.us or at the office of the Human Resource Director. Submit application and resume to Human Resource Director, 135 S. Main St., Rusk, TX 75785. Fax to (903)683-1186 or email hr@cocherokee.org. Cherokee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

This posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

05/15/25
Community Supervision Officer
Cherokee County CSCD (Adult Probation)

Job Announcement and Description: Community Supervision Officer (PDF)

09/22/23
Cherokee County (Multiple Precincts)
Machine Operator I—Full Time
Class A CDL Required

Cherokee County Road & Bridge has openings for the position of full time Machine Operator I. These positions are available in multiple precincts. The positions require the operation and maintenance of heavy machinery. Tasks will include the repair of roads, mowing road right of ways, installation and cleaning of culverts and storm drains, drive trucks, clean building and grounds, change flat tires, haul concrete, shovel hot mix, wash trucks, cut trees and other duties as assigned. Applicants must possess the knowledge and ability to operate and maintain equipment. They must also have knowledge of road construction and building. This is an outdoor work environment. Applicants must have the ability to move up to 80 lbs, climb, stoop, bend, twist, remain upright and move for extended periods of time. For a complete job description, contact the Human Resource Director.

High School Diploma or equivalent and Commercial Driver’s License are required. Applications may be obtained online at www.co.cherokee.tx.us or at the office of the Human Resource Director. Submit application and resume to Human Resource Director, 135 S. Main St., Rusk, TX 75785. Fax to (903)683-1186 or email hr@cocherokee.org. Cherokee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

7/30/20
JAILER

The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Department is accepting applications for a Jailer. Applicants for this position will be responsible for the supervision of daily inmate activities. This involves providing safety and security for inmates and employees. Applicants should have knowledge of booking procedures, possess excellent interpersonal skills as well as oral and written communication skills. Additional requirements: knowledge of filing system, knowledge of control board system, excellent intervention skills and the ability to resolve disputes, knowledge of state laws, excellent computer skills, ability to deal with intoxicated, sick or suicidal inmates, excellent organization and time management skills, professionalism and the ability to work as a team. This position requires an individual to have a High School Diploma or equivalent. Also recommended are the NCIC/TCIC Certification, Jailer Certification, CPR Certification and training or experience in bookkeeping. For a complete job description and application, please apply in person at the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Department, 272 Underwood St., Rusk, Texas.Cherokee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.