Washoe County Property Tax Exemption Renewals Mailed

Exemptions can be applied toward real property tax, personal property tax or toward the Government Service Tax of your vehicle registration at the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles.  The deadline to apply in order to have your exemption applied to property tax for the 2026/2027 fiscal year is June 15, 2026. 

Regional Fire and EMS Services Study survey now open

A public input portal is now available for residents to learn about the Regional Fire and EMS Services Study and to participate in a survey on how they think those services should be rendered.  

Equine Business Code Draft Update now available, survey open

The Washoe County Planning Division has completed a draft of the equine business code, which is...

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Equine Business Code Draft Update now available, survey open

Equine Business Code Draft Update now available, survey open

The Washoe County Planning Division has completed a draft of the equine business code, which is available online and can be viewed here: Equine Business Annotated Draft. Planners will host several opportunities in the coming weeks to provide feedback on the draft...

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Bethany Drysdale

Bethany Drysdale

Washoe County Communications Manager

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Scott Oxarart

Scott Oxarart

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775-276-1021
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Chris Ciarlo

Chris Ciarlo

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775-337-4500
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Kendall Holcomb

Kendall Holcomb

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775-328-3200
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Jamie Hemingway

Jamie Hemingway

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775-327-8360
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Lead Maintenance Worker – Parks

🌿 Lead the Crew. Grow the Community. Washoe County is looking for an experienced and motivated Lead Maintenance Worker – Parks to help keep our beautiful regional parks and open spaces thriving for the community! 💼 Starting Salary: $62,441.60/year + excellent benefits 🏦 Benefits include: PERS retirement, medical, dental, vision, and more 📍 Location: Reno, NV ⏰ Apply by: March 17, 2026 |
What We’re Looking For: ✅ Three years of experience in park or landscape ground maintenance including irrigation systems, equipment operation, pesticide application, and horticultural management ✅ Strong leadership skills and the ability to direct and coordinate a maintenance crew ✅ Advanced knowledge of turf, trees, and landscaped area maintenance ✅ Experience safely operating grounds maintenance equipment such as tractors, riding mowers, string trimmers, and edgers. Apply today!

Family Support Assistant Program Manager

🌟 Join Our Team at Washoe County! Are you a passionate leader ready to make a real difference in the lives of families in our community? The Washoe County District Attorney’s Office is hiring a Family Support Assistant Program Manager! This is a meaningful opportunity to lead a dedicated team, shape program operations, and directly support the families of Washoe County every day 💼 Starting Salary: $98,924.80/year + excellent benefits 📍 Location: Reno, NV ⏰ Apply by: March 19, 2026 | What We’re Looking For: ✅ Three years of supervisory experience in child support services or a closely related human services field ✅ OR two years of experience equivalent to a Child Support Collections Supervisor with a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field ✅ A collaborative communicator who leads with purpose, sound judgment, and a commitment to family-centered service.

Program Assistant

🌟 We’re Hiring at Washoe County! Looking for a rewarding career where your organizational skills and attention to detail make a real impact? Join us as a Program Assistant with the Washoe County District Attorney’s Office! 💼 Starting Salary: $67,433.60/year + excellent benefits 📍 Location: Reno, NV ⏰ Apply by: March 11, 2026. What We’re Looking For: ✅ Three years of experience in program coordination, research and analysis, or administrative support ✅ OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience ✅ Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills ✅ A collaborative, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment | This is a great opportunity to support the District Attorney’s Office while contributing to the broader mission of serving the Washoe County community. Note that this classification is also used Countywide — additional department vacancies may become available in the future, so apply today to be considered!