Jefferson County Summer Work Program 2026
Summary
The Summer Work Program employs candidates graduating in 2026 from a Jefferson County high school, who plan to attend college or post-secondary vocational/trade program during the 2026–2027 school year; or candidates who are currently attending and plan to continue full-time at a college, university, or post-secondary vocational/trade program during the 2026–2027 school year. To be eligible for the summer work Program, candidates (or their parent/guardian) must reside in Jefferson County.
Positions
The Summer Work Program duties are to perform general labor or administrative tasks to assist any of the following divisions of Jefferson County Government: Buildings & Grounds (includes parks and cemetery), Public Works, Administration Office, or the Jefferson County Fairgrounds.
Program Specifications
- Preferably Summer Work Program candidates will begin work by June 29, 2026.
- The maximum duration of Summer Work employment will be 90 calendar days.
- A Summer Work participant’s schedule may include an alternative workweek, such as Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday.
- Time off during the Summer Work Program must be pre-arranged and approved by the Supervisor. Time off during the Summer Work Program cannot exceed ten (10) consecutive workdays or 40 total hours.
- Summer Work participants are held to the same standards of conduct as any Jefferson County Employee.
- Jefferson County reserves the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause.
- Participation in the Summer Work Program is limited to five (5) years.
- Jefferson County is committed to a drug-free environment. Applicants must be able to pass a background check and drug screening
Salary
The 2026 Summer Work participants hourly wage is $19.20 for the first year of employment. If the Summer Work participant is selected to return for succeeding years (2nd, 3rd and 4th) their hourly wage will increase by 2% from the summer program wage.
Apply Now
Online
STEP 1:
Fill out an application
STEP 2:
Call Mid Oregon Personnel to set up an interview at 541-475-7640
In person
Come see us at the office. We can provide a paper packet or you can use our "applicant" computer.