Finney County Jobs Hiring Now
Finney County is hiring for 7 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in program management and construction management. Migrate Mate updates Finney County's live openings daily. Finney County is a local government agency in Kansas providing public services including criminal justice, infrastructure, planning, and community programs.
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Finney County hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 7
- Top team
- Program Management
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Garden City
Open Roles at Finney County
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Summary
The Planning & Development Administrative Assistant provides essential clerical, technical, and customer service support to the Planning & Development Department. This position assists with permit processing, public meeting preparation, records management, and communication with residents, contractors, and developers. The role ensures smooth daily operations and supports staff in carrying out land-use planning, zoning administration, and development review functions. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload, and to recommend changes in office practices or procedures. This position is under the general supervision of the Director of Planning & Development and/or his/her designee.
Definition and Examples of Work
85%
Performs general administrative and clerical duties to support Planning & Development staff.
- Receives, reviews, and routes zoning, planning, and building permit applications for completeness.
- Assists applicants with required forms, fees, and procedural questions.
- Enters and tracks applications in permitting systems; issues routine permits when authorized.
- Serves as the department’s first point of contact for walk-in, phone, and email inquiries. Communicates directly with customers, employees, contractors, surveyors, developers, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate, or explain information, and address requests.
- Provides general information regarding zoning regulations, land-use processes, and department services.
- Maintains digital and physical records of zoning cases, permits, ordinances, maps, and related documents.
- Organizes plans, plats, variances, conditional use permits, and special use permits according to retention requirements.
- Assists staff with updates to zoning maps, regulations, property files, and land-use databases.
- Prepares legal notices and arranges publication and posting for public hearings.
- Assists planners with basic research, map updates, and administrative tasks.
- Tracks deadlines and status updates for zoning applications, appeals, and hearings.
- Helps compile monthly, quarterly, or annual reports as needed.
- Monitor accounts payable and receivable for Planning & Development. Duties may include preparing/inputting vouchers for Accounts Payable, preparing invoices, and processing payments for permit fees. Maintains logs and records required for tracking applications and revenue. Ensure accuracy of all financial records and documents.
- Types and designs general correspondences, memos, charts, tables, graphs, business plans, etc. Proofreads copy for spelling, grammar, and layout, making appropriate changes. Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy.
- Establishes, develops, maintains, and updates a filing system for the Planning & Development Office to include planning cases, contracts, accounts payable, and other documents.
- Sorts and distributes mail. Drafts written responses or replies by phone or e-mail as necessary. Responds to regularly occurring requests for information from other departments, the public, and vendors.
- Handles confidential and non-routine information when necessary.
- Works independently and within a team; assists with regularly occurring and special projects
15%
Complete additional support functions as required
- Conduct research as required for the department.
- Maintain inventory for the office and all divisions and coordinate purchase of supplies and equipment.
- Opportunity to assist with website, social media, and physical dissemination of information.
- Assists with budget preparation by organizing data and documentation.
- Attend meetings and additional training as required.
Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.
QUALIFICATION
- Excellent verbal and written English language skills.
- Bi-lingual preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Proficient in basic computer systems and software (e.g., email, Microsoft Office Suite, email, timekeeping software)
- Proficient bookkeeping and accounting practices/processes; experience with QuickBooks.
- Basic understanding of clerical procedures, systems, and tools such as recordkeeping, filing, copier, scanner, 10 key, etc.
- Ability to analyze, plan and coordinate multiple projects.
- Apply the principles and practices of conflict and problem resolution to aide in the successful completion of development projects.
- Ability to work independently and without instruction.
- Knowledge of engineering and surveying terminology.
Required Education and Experience
- High school education or G.E.D
- One to three years related experience and/or training
Preferred Education and Experience
- Associate degree from an accredited college or technical school in Business Management, Construction Management, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or similar field.
- Three to five years related experience
Certification, License, Registration
- Valid Driver’s license
- Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications
- Ability to obtain Defensive driving certification
- Notary upon hire
Summary
The Planning & Development Administrative Assistant provides essential clerical, technical, and customer service support to the Planning & Development Department. This position assists with permit processing, public meeting preparation, records management, and communication with residents, contractors, and developers. The role ensures smooth daily operations and supports staff in carrying out land-use planning, zoning administration, and development review functions. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload, and to recommend changes in office practices or procedures. This position is under the general supervision of the Director of Planning & Development and/or his/her designee.
Definition and Examples of Work
85%
Performs general administrative and clerical duties to support Planning & Development staff.
- Receives, reviews, and routes zoning, planning, and building permit applications for completeness.
- Assists applicants with required forms, fees, and procedural questions.
- Enters and tracks applications in permitting systems; issues routine permits when authorized.
- Serves as the department’s first point of contact for walk-in, phone, and email inquiries. Communicates directly with customers, employees, contractors, surveyors, developers, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate, or explain information, and address requests.
- Provides general information regarding zoning regulations, land-use processes, and department services.
- Maintains digital and physical records of zoning cases, permits, ordinances, maps, and related documents.
- Organizes plans, plats, variances, conditional use permits, and special use permits according to retention requirements.
- Assists staff with updates to zoning maps, regulations, property files, and land-use databases.
- Prepares legal notices and arranges publication and posting for public hearings.
- Assists planners with basic research, map updates, and administrative tasks.
- Tracks deadlines and status updates for zoning applications, appeals, and hearings.
- Helps compile monthly, quarterly, or annual reports as needed.
- Monitor accounts payable and receivable for Planning & Development. Duties may include preparing/inputting vouchers for Accounts Payable, preparing invoices, and processing payments for permit fees. Maintains logs and records required for tracking applications and revenue. Ensure accuracy of all financial records and documents.
- Types and designs general correspondences, memos, charts, tables, graphs, business plans, etc. Proofreads copy for spelling, grammar, and layout, making appropriate changes. Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy.
- Establishes, develops, maintains, and updates a filing system for the Planning & Development Office to include planning cases, contracts, accounts payable, and other documents.
- Sorts and distributes mail. Drafts written responses or replies by phone or e-mail as necessary. Responds to regularly occurring requests for information from other departments, the public, and vendors.
- Handles confidential and non-routine information when necessary.
- Works independently and within a team; assists with regularly occurring and special projects
15%
Complete additional support functions as required
- Conduct research as required for the department.
- Maintain inventory for the office and all divisions and coordinate purchase of supplies and equipment.
- Opportunity to assist with website, social media, and physical dissemination of information.
- Assists with budget preparation by organizing data and documentation.
- Attend meetings and additional training as required.
Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.
QUALIFICATION
- Excellent verbal and written English language skills.
- Bi-lingual preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Proficient in basic computer systems and software (e.g., email, Microsoft Office Suite, email, timekeeping software)
- Proficient bookkeeping and accounting practices/processes; experience with QuickBooks.
- Basic understanding of clerical procedures, systems, and tools such as recordkeeping, filing, copier, scanner, 10 key, etc.
- Ability to analyze, plan and coordinate multiple projects.
- Apply the principles and practices of conflict and problem resolution to aide in the successful completion of development projects.
- Ability to work independently and without instruction.
- Knowledge of engineering and surveying terminology.
Required Education and Experience
- High school education or G.E.D
- One to three years related experience and/or training
Preferred Education and Experience
- Associate degree from an accredited college or technical school in Business Management, Construction Management, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or similar field.
- Three to five years related experience
Certification, License, Registration
- Valid Driver’s license
- Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications
- Ability to obtain Defensive driving certification
- Notary upon hire
Job Roles at Finney County
Working at Finney County
Finney County's 7 open roles are across all levels, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are program management, construction management, and business operations. Finney County is a county government serving residents through departments that span public safety, public works, planning and development, and social services. Roles range from detention and probation work to administrative, technical, and trades positions across county operations. Most Finney County roles are based in Garden City.
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How many jobs is Finney County hiring for right now?
Finney County is hiring for 7 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in program management and construction management. Open positions span public safety, trades, administrative, and technical functions across county departments.
What kinds of roles does Finney County hire for?
The most active teams are program management, construction management, and business operations. Finney County typically hires for roles in criminal justice and probation, detention, public works and trades, administrative support, and planning and development. Most postings are across all levels, covering both frontline service positions and technical or coordinator-level roles within county government.
Are Finney County jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of Finney County's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Garden City. Each Finney County listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Finney County?
Find a role that fits on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to Finney County's own careers page to complete the application. Finney County manages its own hiring process, so all applications, interviews, and hiring decisions are handled directly by the county.
Does Finney County hire entry-level?
Most of Finney County's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual Finney County listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Finney County hiring?
Most Finney County roles are based in Garden City, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.