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Zoning Technician
- Barron, Wisconsin
- BARRON COUNTY
$60,985.60 - $71,427.20 Annually
- Full Time
- Other
Kitchen Helper
- Barron, Wisconsin
- BARRON COUNTY
$13.31 Hourly
- Full Time
- Other
Civilian Correction Officer
- Barron, Wisconsin
- BARRON COUNTY
$56,451.20 - $67,121.60 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Safety
General Laborer
- Barron, Wisconsin
- BARRON COUNTY
$16.50 Hourly
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Maintenance Mechanic
- Barron, Wisconsin
- BARRON COUNTY
$62,545.60 - $72,987.20 Annually
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Civilian Correction Officer
- Barron, Wisconsin
- Barron County, WI
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety

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Zoning Technician
- Barron, Wisconsin United States
- BARRON COUNTY
- Jul 07, 2026
- $60,985.60 - $71,427.20 Annually - Full Time
BARRON COUNTY

Want to make a difference in your community? Choose a career in Public Service! Visit www.barroncountywi.gov to apply! Barron County has many miles of hiking, walking, biking, ATV/UTV, horse back riding, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing and snowmobiling trails for your outdoor adventure in any season. Barron County has several County parks and campgrounds, golf-courses, lakes, beaches, and more! In addition, there is abundant retail, food, and entertainment options with access to the Minneapolis/St Paul MN area less than 2 hours away; Madison WI less than 4 hours away; and Duluth MN less than 90 minutes away.
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- $60,985.60 - $71,427.20 Annually
- Full Time
- Jul 07, 2026
Job Description

The Zoning Technician position fulfills the general zoning duties associated with the Zoning Office with emphasis in the Sanitary Program. The incumbent assists and advises applicants of necessary permits, setbacks, and other requirements of the Barron County Land Use Ordinance and/or direct them to the proper agency for other determinations. The Zoning Technician must have the ability to communicate effectively and deal with the public in a friendly and professional manner while enforcing the necessary ordinances and codes. This position works under the supervision of the Director of Land Services.

· Assist property owners, prospective buyers, contractors, plumbers, soil testers, and the general public with information pertinent to the zoning office.
· Review and issue sanitary permit applications for compliance with appropriate state codes.

· Review Soil Evaluation Reports for compliance with the Wisconsin Administrative Code.

· Conduct field inspections of the installation of Privately Owned Wastewater Systems (POWTS).

· Conduct field inspections of existing POWTS, as needed and required.

· Condemn POWTS, and inform property owner of repair/replacement requirements.

· Responsible for maintaining the rural address system, by assigning and ordering rural address number signs.

· Maintain accurate and complete records and prepare clear detailed reports, as necessary.

· Assist office staff with answering phones; reviewing/issuing land use permits; receipt and collect appropriate fees for the permits issued.

· Other duties as assigned by the Director of Land Services.

Post-secondary degree in soil science, natural resources management, land use planning, geography or closely related field and at least 1-2 years of related experience.
Possess and maintain a State of Wisconsin certification as a POWTS Inspector and a Certified Soil Tester (certifications must be obtained within 6 months of employment). Possess and maintain valid Wisconsin driver’s license and access to reliable and insured vehicle. An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the below knowledge, skills and abilities.

o Knowledge of land use concepts and ordinances.
o Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county staff, officials, businesses and public.

o Ability to complete tasks accurately.

o Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

o Ability to interact respectfully with individuals from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

o Ability to function independently in the absence of direct supervision.

o Ability to read topographic, wetland, floodplain, soils and zoning maps.

o Knowledge of the methods and operation of equipment used in field inspections.

o Ability to advise and interpret how to apply ordinances to specific situations.

Barron County values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offers a very competitive benefit package prioritizing work-life balance and along with stable employment and supportive work environment!
* Wisconsin Retirement System (6.9% Employer match; 6.9% Employee pre-tax contribution - Higher rates for Protective/Law Enforcement)
* Paid leaves upon hire (104 hrs vacation; 11 paid holidays; 8 hrs of sick leave per mo)
* Health insurance with option to enroll in a Health Savings Account ($50/mo-single plan/ $100/mo-family plan). Effective 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.Non-Embedded in-network Deductible of $2,000/Single & $4,000/Family. Deductible must be met before insurance applies. Out-of-pocket max: $3,500S-$7,000F. Prescription drug savings program offering zero costs for eligible prescription drugs. Optionto sell up to 96 hrs Sick Leave and/or Vacation into HSA during open enrollment.
* Dental insurance
* Life insurance (County pays $5/mo towards Basic plan)
* If working night shift - receive an additional $0.75 per hour
* Flexible spending account
* Deferred Compensation Programs
* Employee Achievement Program
* Paid Parental leave
* Potential for telework opportunities (varies by department/position)
* Whole Life Insurance plan
* Eligibility for Student Loan Repayment program throughPublic Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF)
* Recognition Program
* Annual Training Day & Lunch
* Annual Employee Milestone Recognition Lunch
* On-site Blood Drives (paid 1 hour to donate blood)
* 15% Verizon Wireless cell-phone discount
* On-site food truck vendors during summer months
* Ed-Vest College Savings plan
* Supportive work environment and culture
* Opportunities for growth and advancement
* Meaningful and impactful work for the betterment of our community

Closing Date/Time: 7/22/2026 11:00 PM Central

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BARRON COUNTY

Want to make a difference in your community?

Choose a career in Public Service!

Visit www.barroncountywi.gov to apply!

Barron County has many miles of hiking, walking, biking, ATV/UTV, horse back riding, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing and snowmobiling trails for your outdoor adventure in any season.

Barron County has several County parks and campgrounds, golf-courses, lakes, beaches, and more! In addition, there is abundant retail, food, and entertainment options with access to the Minneapolis/St Paul MN area less than 2 hours away; Madison WI less than 4 hours away; and Duluth MN less than 90 minutes away.
BARRON COUNTY
- Barron, Wisconsin, United States
- https://www.barroncountywi.gov/
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