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Qualifications:
- One (1) year of experience performing duties comparable to those of an Emergency Communications Operator required.
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR certification by date of hire required.
- Obtain EMD certification during training phase required.
Other Information to Note:
- Shift work required.
- Shifts require working days, nights, weekends and holidays.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
- All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date.
- Successful applicants will be required to meet all of the following qualifications prior to hire:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Cannot have a felony conviction
- No convictions involving domestic violence
- No use of illegal drugs within the past five years
- No use of marijuana in any form within the last two years
- Pass integrity questionnaire
- Pass a typing test with 40 WPM
- Pass a written examination
- Pass a simulation Test
- Pass oral board interview
- Pass an in-depth background investigation including criminal history and financial status
- Pass polygraph examination
- Pass psychological evaluation
- Pass medical examination
- Pass drug testing
- Possess or obtain First Aid and CPR (All Ages) certificates by date of hire
- Possess or obtain these NIMS certifications by date of hire: IS-100, IS-200, and IS-700
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The Larimer County Finance Division is looking for an Accounting Manager. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and will be forward thinking, assertive, possess exceptional interpersonal skills and have the ability to create and manage successful teams. The person in this new position will be responsible for directly supervising four professional accountants. The primary functions for this group are financial reporting, preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures and Financial Awards (SEFA) and overseeing the management of the County’s capital assets.
The candidate will also be responsible for mentoring and supervising assigned staff, including establishing work schedules, assigning tasks, reviewing work and the preparing employee performance evaluations.
If you are an individual fluent in generally accepted accounting principles and possess exceptional interpersonal skills, we want to hear from you!
This job might be for you if:
- You understand the importance of accurate and useful financial information
- You have a proven track record for creating and leading successful teams
- You believe that providing outstanding customer service is important
- You are proactive in researching and problem solving
- You pay close attention to detail
- You look for ways to increase efficiencies and keep an open mind when presented with innovative ideas
- You strive for continuous improvement and growth
- You can establish and maintain effective working partnerships
Skills/Experience Needed
- Ability to read, interpret and apply generally accepted accounting principles, governmental accounting standards and federal and state grant reporting requirements, including Uniform Grant Guidance
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Preparation or management of the preparation of a CAFR
- Preparation or management of the preparation of a SEFA
- Experience with large financial system implementations (preferred but not required)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
- Seven years of progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting or similar accounting duties
- Two years supervisory experience
Click here to view the full job description.
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date listed.
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Natural Resources manages Larimer County's great outdoor places, including open spaces and magnificent water-based recreation areas, and fosters responsible land stewardship through weed management and healthy forest practices. The Department of Natural Resources has 40+ benefited employees and 125+ seasonal and part time employees.
Larimer County values it's seasonal employees and strives to create an environment where you gain the knowledge and experience to be successful. Consider joining our team and see your hard work pay off as we work together to protect the natural resources of Larimer County.
Our mission is to establish, protect, and manage significant regional parks and open lands providing quality outdoor recreational opportunities and stewardship of natural resource values. We are committed to fostering a sense of community and appreciation for the natural and agricultural heritage of Larimer County for present and future generations.
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is seeking a skilled and talented individual to join our team.
Specifically this position will:
- Conduct inspections of boats launching and leaving Carter Lake and Horsetooth Reservoir for aquatic invasive species for the purpose of preventing the spread of such invasive species. Quarantine and decontaminate infected vessels.
- Provide information to visitors on aquatic invasive species and initiatives to prevent their spread. Explain applicable rules and regulations and distribute printed educational materials to visitors.
- Advise park visitors of recreational opportunities and public use regulations.
- Greet a wide variety of park visitors in a friendly, welcoming, and helpful manner, and communicate effectively with a wide diversity of individuals and groups.
- May supervise a crew engaged in boat inspections and/or act as a lead worker to less experienced seasonal workers.
To review the full job description, please Click Here.
LOCATION:
- Horsetooth and/or Carter Lake
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED desired
- Must Successfully complete the Aquatic Nuisance Species training program and exam
Other Information to Note:
- This is a temporary position. Both full time and part time positions may be available.
- Full time: working up to 40 hours/week for up to 6 months within March - November
- Part time: working up to 29 hours/week for up to 11 months
- Shift Work including nights, weekends, early mornings, and holidays are required.
- Work schedules are subject to change depending on weather and visitation.
- This position is not eligible for benefits.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background test. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
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This posting is "Open until filled" and may close at any time. Once we begin the interview process, we may not consider additional applicants unless a candidate is not hired from the interview pool.
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Options for Long Term Care (OLTC) provides access to publicly funded programs, providing support to people with disabling functional conditions and limited finances. These programs are designed to help people continue to live in their own homes or in other community settings, as an alternative to nursing home care.
OLTC provides assessment and ongoing case management to older and disabled low income individuals who are in need of long term care services in their own homes or alternative care facilities. OLTC also provides assessments for people in need of placement in a skilled facility. OLTC currently provides ongoing services to approximately 1300 Larimer County residents outside of nursing facilities, with the goal of providing long term care in the settings requested by individuals and their families and utilizing Medicaid in the most cost effective manner.
Specifically this position:
- Manages a caseload of approximately 100 + individuals on an HCBS waiver and or complete initial assessments for individuals applying for Long Term Care Medicaid programs
- Provides crisis intervention as needed to assist individuals in decision making and problem resolution; acts as advocate for the individual
- Assists individuals in determining services and supports to meet their needs in the community in an effort to prevent nursing home placement. Assesses for NF placement when appropriate.
- Coordinates services including scope and duration while ensuring timeliness of service delivery.
- Ability to create a service allocation based upon functional need.
- Educates individuals regarding Medicaid benefits, programs and non-Medicaid services in the community.
- Monitors individuals quarterly or more often to ensure the ongoing provision of need and satisfaction of services
- Ability to embrace change and be flexible
- Works cooperatively with internal Department of Human Service agencies including but not limited to LTC Medicaid Tech’s, Adult Protection and Office on Aging.
- Ability to work in various settings including but not limited to: Open office work environment, individual’s home and in the community.
Core Competencies:
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Takes Initiative.
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Works effectively on a team.
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Maintains confidentiality as related to HIPAA
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Addresses stress and conflict in appropriate ways.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills with customers and team members.
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Meets State and County established performance goals.
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Works efficiently, uses problem solving and critical thinking skills.
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Maintains positive and healthy interactions.
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Can be a good steward of public resources.
To view the complete job description for this position, click here.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Sociology, Psychology, Human Services, Social Work, Public Administration, or a related field. Applicants who will receive their degree within one semester/quarter will be considered for this position
- One year of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License.
- Complete training and/or certification as mandated by the assigned program.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date listed.
This position is limited term with full time hours. Individuals hired into limited term positions are eligible for County benefits, however, the position is limited due to contract or agreement with the State of Colorado.
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The Correctional Services Specialist I supervises and monitors inmates or offenders placed under a court-ordered custody or alternative sentencing program. This is an entry-level position within the Correctional Services Specialist series. This class is used as a training class for incumbents typically without prior, or with little experience and knowledge in this field or area. Positions in this class work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. Work is characterized by development of basic and routine skills and knowledge required to perform the job, such as skills in conflict resolution and crisis intervention, understanding the workings of a correctional or detention environment, and understanding inmate or criminal behavior.
This position is ideal for individuals looking for an entry-level career in the corrections or criminal justice field.
Successful candidates will work with Larimer County Criminal Justices Services Division at either the Alternative Sentencing Department or Community Corrections Department to supervise offenders as they complete a court-ordered custody or alternative jail program. Tasks in this role vary based upon assignment but can include: supervision of offenders in a half-way house or work release facility, supervision of off-site work crews, monitoring offender living areas, monitoring and dispensing medication, conducting orientations to explain facility rules and procedures to offenders upon arrival at the facility, and numerous other tasks. Work in either Department will involve directly working with offenders in a criminal justice setting.
If you are looking for an entry-level position in a fast-paced environment that offers opportunities for growth in the criminal justice field, this opportunity is for you.
For a full job description to include: all duties, minimum qualifications and skills/abilities, please click the following link: Correctional Services Specialist I Job Description
Qualifications:
- Experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities preferred.
- Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR and First Aid certifications by date of hire.
- Maintain continuing education hours annually or as required.
- Alternative Sentencing Department Only: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and criminal history background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
This is a divisional posting for the Correctional Services Specialist I eligibility list, which will be used as positions within the Larimer County Community Corrections Department and the Larimer County Alternative Sentencing Department become available.
Both departments are 24/7 residential facilities. Successful applicants must be able to work evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts. Must be able to work holidays.
May be subject to on-call/mandatory overtime.
Assessment testing will be administered.
This posting is "Open until filled" and may close at any time. Once we begin the interview process, we may not consider additional applicants unless a candidate is not hired from the interview pool.
We would love to have you join our team!
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The following statements are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities of the job. The organization retains the right to modify or change the duties and responsibilities of the job at any time.
This position is ideal for individuals looking to get started in the Criminal Justice field. Successful candidates will work with either Larimer County’s Community Corrections Department, an agency that works to reintegrate felony offenders into the local community or Alternative Sentencing's Pretrial Unit, an agency that supervises and monitors people before they are sentenced with the Courts.
Tasks in this role vary based upon assignment and workers may be placed in an opening in one of several units including: Pretrial, Day Reporting Center, Transportation, or Residential. Work in any of these units would give direct experience working with offenders in a criminal justice setting. Work tasks could include assisting with drug/alcohol screening, providing emergency and/or court transportation services, or various tasks to support each unit. If you are looking for entry-level experience in a fast-paced environment that will offer opportunities for growth within the criminal justice field, this opportunity is for you. This is an opportunity with various schedules available.
Follow the link to review the full job description to include: all duties, minimum qualifications and skills/abilities.
Click Here to View Job Description
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Three months experience in a correctional setting is preferred.
- English/Spanish bilingual helpful.
- Possession of a valid Colorado Driver's License.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
This posting is "Open until filled" and may close at any time. Once we begin the interview process, we may not consider additional applicants unless a candidate is not hired from the interview pool.
We would love to have you join our team!
If you are interested in touring our Community Corrections and Alternative Sentencing buildings, please Click Here to be directed to our Careers webpage. This is a great opportunity to come see all of our work areas and hear about each of our programs.
This posting is to create an eligibility list for expected available temporary positions in Community Corrections and Alternative Sentencing-Pretrial.
This is a 24/7 residential facility. Successful applicants must be able to work evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts. Must be able to work holidays.
May be subject to on-call.
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Performs work in the Pretrial Services program supporting adult offenders in Larimer County. This is an entry-level position offering the opportunity to gain understanding of judicial services, programs and policies; knowledge of court and sentencing processes; understanding of the workings of a correctional environment; understanding of criminal behaviors; and methods of conflict resolution.
The following statements are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities of the job. The organization retains the right to modify or change the duties and responsibilities of the job at any time.
Successful candidates can expect to begin their work with Pretrial Services working in the Intake Unit housed in the booking area at the Larimer County Jail. The intake unit is staffed 24/7.
Responsibilities for this position are as follows:
- Interviews each arrestee.
- Conducts criminal history investigations.
- Verifies information on the bond application.
- Uses the information gathered in these investigations and criteria set forth in Colorado Statues and Administrative Orders.
- Makes recommendations to the court regarding bond conditions and type in order to help reduce risk for the individual’s potential return to the community.
If you are looking for an entry-level position in a fast-paced environment that offers opportunities for growth in the criminal justice field, this opportunity is for you!
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent in Social or Behavioral Sciences, Criminal Justice, or a related field. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
- Two years of experience in a directly related field with similar job duties, preferred.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, Adult CPR, First Aid and AED certification.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, crisis intervention training.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
For a full job description to include: all duties, minimum qualifications, skills/abilities, and physical requirements please click the following link: Court Services Specialist I Job Description.
If you would like a tour of the Alternative Sentencing and Community Corrections buildings, please click the following link to be routed to our careers page: Criminal Justice Service Careers
We would love to have you join our team!
This posting is "Open until filled" and may close at any time. Once we begin the interview process, we may not consider additional applicants unless a candidate is not hired from the interview pool.
This posting is to establish an Eligibility List for full-time positions and fill one and part-time vacancy.
The successful candidate for this position must be available to work weekends, evenings, and/or holidays to meet program needs.
May be subject to on-call/mandatory overtime.
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One Agency. One Mission: Public Safety.
A Jail Deputy maintains the security of the Larimer County Jail while preserving order to ensure the safety and welfare of staff, visitors, and inmates.
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is seeking skilled problem-solvers to join our team as non-certified or certified jail deputies. The ideal candidate is a natural communicator and can effectively diffuse and de-escalate tense, face-to-face interactions, make good decisions quickly, and takes pride in being resourceful and innovative. The Larimer County Jail is a direct supervision jail. Inmates are housed in a pod consisting of an open common area surrounded by individual cells (see choosing a career video below).
Specifically, Jail Deputies:
- Effectively and coherently use interpersonal communication skills to communicate with inmates, professional visitors, and the public by providing information and directions, mediating disputes, and advising of rights and processes.
- Conduct visual and audio surveillance of inmates for extended periods of time.
- Perform crisis intervention functions to include inmate counseling, suicide prevention, recognizing abnormal behavior, and implementing appropriate intervention actions.
- Engage in activities in confined areas. Walk extensively on foot patrol and physically checks doors, windows, and other areas to ensure they are secure.
- Read and comprehend legal and non-legal documents, including the processing of such documents as medical instructions, commitment orders, summons, and other legal writs and court documents.
Why one deputy chose a career Learn more about the agency and
at the Larimer County Jail. the people who call LCSO home.
Click here to view the complete job description and full salary range for a Jail Deputy.
Sheriff Justin Smith encourages forward thinking, servant leadership, and a sense of family among all Sheriff's Office members. Headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, the Sheriff's Office is an agency of 405 family oriented employees, dealing with a range of responsibilities including support services, patrol, jail, wildland fire, search and rescue, and investigation duties. If you are seeking a career, have a desire to serve your community, and want to work alongside others with the same mindset, the Larimer County Sheriff's Office is a great place to call home.
Larimer County is located in the heart of North Central Colorado, extending west to the Continental Divide, north to the Wyoming border, and is home to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. Over 300 days of sunshine each year provide Larimer County residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy a wide spectrum of recreational opportunities such as hiking, fishing, and camping.
An hour north of Denver, Fort Collins is home to Colorado State University and offers a diverse culture of education, breweries, historic charm, a thriving economy, and is a bike friendly community. Throughout the year, live music and entertainment, as well as great local dining, can be found in the historic downtown area. Fort Collins offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a larger city.
The City’s long list of acknowledgements includes:
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- #10 in "Healthiest Places to Live" - Niche.com 2017
- #17 in Forbes Best Places for Business and Careers, 2018
- #14 in Top 100 Best Places to Live” - Livability.com, 2018
- Bicycle friendly -- Earned Platinum Award from League of American Bicyclists, 2017
Qualifications:
- No experience required.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Current first aid and community CPR certificates.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Driver's License.
Other Information to Note:
As a Jail Deputy, your primary responsibility will be to serve as a supervisor and role model for the inmate population in the Larimer County Jail, which is a direct supervision jail. Additional responsibilities include: setting clear expectations with inmates, using positive reinforcement techniques, assuring inmate accountability for their behavior, and treating inmates with respect, consideration, fairness and justice.
We strive to be skilled, hard-working, resourceful, and prepared. We are looking for talented, career-oriented men and women to join our team. This position is open to anyone; Colorado POST certified candidates would receive premium pay. Interested in becoming POST Certified? The Larimer County Sheriff's Office will help you obtain your POST Certification through partial tuition reimbursement.
If you possess integrity, tolerance, patience and want to put your people skills towards serving your community, this position is perfect for you! We hope you’ll consider being part of our team!
- Shift work required.
- Shifts require working days, nights, weekends and holidays.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
- Successful applicants will be required to meet all of the following qualifications prior to hire:
- Must be 21 years of age by date of hire
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Cannot have a felony conviction
- No convictions involving domestic violence
- No use of illegal drugs within the past five years
- No use of marijuana in any form within the past two years
- Pass integrity questionnaire
- Pass a written examination
- Pass the following physical fitness agility test based on the Essential Job Functions, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- 1.5 mile run in 16 minutes or less
- Physical Agility Course similar to the LawFit course. Applicants will receive an outline describing the course.
Following the Physical Fitness Test, you must also:
- Pass oral board interview
- Pass an in-depth background investigation including criminal history and financial status
- Pass polygraph examination
- Pass a Captain's interview and receive conditional offer
- Pass psychological evaluation
- Pass medical examination
- Pass drug testing
- Possess or obtain First Aid and CPR (All Ages) certificates by date of hire
- Possess or obtain these NIMS certifications by date of hire: IS-100.b, IS-200.b, and IS-700.a (found at http://www.training.fema.gov/IS/NIMS.aspx)
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Larimer County Road and Bridge is looking for hardworking, motivated individuals to join our team. The Road and Bridge Department is responsible for operating and maintaining the transportation system in Larimer County and the temporary Driver positions are an important part of our ability to successfully meet this responsibility. Watch this brief video to learn about the importance of the Road and Bridge department and the valuable services they provide Larimer County.
Drivers will be involved in helping to operate our fleet of +40 CDL/CMV vehicles and will be involved with the following operations; gravel road maintenance, chip seal, drainage maintenance, and many other road maintenance/road construction activities.
The temporary Driver position will perform duties such as operating a tandem axle water truck supporting gravel road maintenance operations, operating a tandem axle dump truck hauling construction materials from and to project sites, operating a Class A tractor/trailer tanker delivering asphalt emulsion to chip seal project site.
The Driver position will perform heavy physical and arduous labor for extended periods of time outdoors in all weather conditions, day or night, including activities and physical demands requiring strength to lift, carry, push, pull, and otherwise move objects of up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. This position will also require the use of hand tools including, but not limited to; shovel, pick, asphalt rake, chainsaw, weed eater, blower, hand broom, crack seal squeegee.
Applicants need to be at least 18 years of age, reliable, punctual, able to qualify for a CDOT Flagging Certificate and must have a valid Class “A” or Class “B” Commercial Driver's License. An N-Tanker endorsement is preferred.
Larimer County values it's temporary employees and strives to create an environment where you gain the knowledge and experience to be successful. Consider joining our team and see your hard work pay off in the success of the Road and Bridge department as we work together to maintain nearly 1000 miles of roadway and the drainage structures of Larimer County.
Please see full job description atMaintenance Worker TEMP Description.
Qualifications
- Must NOT have the following restrictions:
- "E" (No Manual Transmission) Restriction
- "L" (No Air Brakes) Restriction
- "X" (No Cargo in CMV Tank Vehicle) Restriction
- "Z" (No Full Air Brake Equipped CMV) Restriction
- Additionally, Class A Drivers must NOThave the following restriction:
- "O" (No Tractor Trailer) Restriction
- Employees must provide their own steel-toe safety shoes.
- Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
Other Information to Note:
- To apply for this position you must complete the application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
- All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date listed.
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Positions may be eligible for medical insurance coverage.
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Larimer County Road and Bridge is looking for hardworking, motivated individuals to join our team in Glendevy, CO, 2 hours North West of Fort Collins. The Road and Bridge Department is responsible for operating and maintaining the transportation system in Larimer County and the Seasonal Driver positions are an important part of our ability to successfully meet this responsibility. Watch this brief video to learn about the importance of the Road and Bridge department and the valuable services they provide Larimer County.
Seasonal Drivers will be involved in helping to operate our fleet of +40 CDL/CMV vehicles and will be involved with the following operations; gravel road maintenance, chip seal, drainage maintenance, and many other road maintenance/road construction activities.
The Seasonal Driver position will perform duties such as operating a tandem axle water truck supporting gravel road maintenance operations, operating a tandem axle dump truck hauling construction materials from and to project sites, operating a Class A tractor/trailer tanker delivering asphalt emulsion to chip seal project site.
The Seasonal Driver position will perform heavy physical and arduous labor for extended periods of time outdoors in all weather conditions, day or night, including activities and physical demands requiring strength to lift, carry, push, pull, and otherwise move objects of up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. This position will also require the use of hand tools including, but not limited to; shovel, pick, asphalt rake, chainsaw, weed eater, blower, hand broom, crack seal squeegee.
Applicants need to be at least 18 years of age, reliable, punctual, able to qualify for a CDOT Flagging Certificate and must have a valid Class “A” or Class “B” Commercial Driver's License. An N-Tanker endorsement is preferred.
Larimer County values it's seasonal employees and strives to create an environment where you gain the knowledge and experience to be successful. Consider joining our team and see your hard work pay off in the success of the Road and Bridge department as we work together to maintain nearly 1000 miles of roadway and the drainage structures of Larimer County.
Please see full job description at Maintenance Worker TEMP Description.
This position is located in Glendevy, CO (2 hrs NW of Fort Collins)
Qualifications
- Must NOT have the following restrictions:
- "E" (No Manual Transmission) Restriction
- "L" (No Air Brakes) Restriction
- "X" (No Cargo in CMV Tank Vehicle) Restriction
- "Z" (No Full Air Brake Equipped CMV) Restriction
- Additionally, Class A Drivers must NOThave the following restriction:
- "O" (No Tractor Trailer) Restriction
- Employees must provide their own steel-toe safety shoes.
- Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
Other Information to Note:
- To apply for this position you must complete the application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
- This position is "Open until filled" and may close at any time. Once we begin the interview process, we may not consider additional applicants unless a candidate is not hired from the interview pool.
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Positions may be eligible for medical insurance coverage.
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The Education Center Attendant provides tours and information for visitors at the Solid Waste's Garbage Garage Education Center at the Landfill relating to waste disposal and reducing, reusing, recycling, composting, landfills, and household hazardous wastes. Position reports to the Solid Waste Environmental Educator.
Hours: Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Occasional additional hours and Saturday hours for special events.
Specifically this position:
- Presents information to tour groups and visitors of all ages.
- Supervises tour groups and visitors. Adheres to all safety guidelines and procedures.
- Assists drop-in visitors and engages them in activities as requested.
- Sets up and closes the Education Center following set guidelines.
- Keeps the Education Center clean and safe.
- Performs customer service and reception duties for the Education Center; directs callers and visitors to appropriate department or person; takes written messages.
- Conducts tours of the recycling center, household hazardous waste facility, and landfill.
- Assists with special events both on-site and off-site.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Speak publicly.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Gmail, Google docs, sheets and calendar.
- Learn about waste management.
- Supervise the Education Center alone while waiting for the occasional drop-in visitor.
- Work with a variety of age groups, especially children, and people of different backgrounds.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
Qualifications:
- One year of experience, preferably in customer service and/or equivalent education.
- Prefer some experience with public speaking and/or education.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License.
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
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One Agency, One Mission: Public Safety
Provides administrative and supervisory support to the Communications Center and training to operators. Dispatches required law enforcement, fire, medical, dive, and search and rescue personnel and equipment.
- Receives general supervision from Emergency Communications Manager.
- Exercises direct supervision over Emergency Communications Operators.
- Provides administrative/supervisory support to the Communications Manager in coordinating the work of the Sheriff's Office Communications Center.
- Provides direct and indirect supervision to subordinate employees within the Emergency Communications Section; provides broad direction of all functions within the Emergency Communications Center; oversees policy and procedure standards; evaluates performance of emergency communications operators; conducts second-level review of performance evaluation; resolves pervasive and complex personnel problems.
- Provides input on policies, procedures, goals, and objectives of the communications center.
- Coordinates emergency communications operator schedules to ensure adequate coverage at all times; completes time accounting documentation and finds coverage when scheduled employees cannot assume assigned shifts.
- Handles complaints from the public to ensure they are effectively resolved in a timely manner.
- Coordinates computer-aided dispatch (CAD) programs, including assistance in completing CAD configurations.
- Reports problems with all communications equipment and provide input on purchase of new equipment as needed.
- Provides radio and other training to volunteer agencies and other agency components.
- Performs a variety of clerical tasks such as filing, record keeping, typing, report and tape preparation, and computer system updates.
- Orders supplies and printing as needed.
- Performs all duties of Emergency Communications Operators as necessary.
- Performs other duties as assigned or necessary for performance of the job.
Qualifications:
- Two years of increasingly responsible duties in a communications center; experience working for a law enforcement agency preferred.
- High School diploma or GED.
- Possession of CPR certification by date of hire.
- Possession of EMD certification.
- NCIC/CCIC Certification.
Click here to view the complete job description.
Other Information to Note:
- This posting is only open to current Larimer County Sheriff's Office Employees.
- All application componenets must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date listed.
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Larimer County Engineering is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to join our Construction Management Team as an Engineering Technician II. This position works with our Construction Managers and Engineers to deliver high quality roadway, drainage, and bridge projects for the citizens of Larimer County. As a Construction Inspector you would be performing daily inspection of construction job sites for quality of work and conformance to specifications and plans. Project locations cover the whole of Larimer County including Mountain, Plains, Urban, and Rural areas.
Specifically, this position:
- Produces Daily Reports quantifying:
- work performed
- site conditions
- labor and equipment on site
- notable discussions and field directed work
- Report to Construction Managers and Engineers on issues that arise on site.
- Schedule and oversee materials testing.
- Ensure conformance to plans and specifications and provide corrective direction to the Contractor.
- Maintain records for quantities of work performed.
- Work with the Contractor to prepare and agree on monthly pay estimates.
- Answer questions and provide information to the public concerning engineering/construction activities.
- Review project Submittals and Requests for Information.
Qualifications
- Two years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar Duties and responsibilities.
- High School Diploma or GED required supplemented by course work in Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Driver’s License.
- Proficient skills in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel Software preferred.
To see the full job description plus physical requirements for this position click here.
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
This posting is "Open until filled" and may close at any time. Once we begin the interview process, we may not consider additional applicants unless a candidate is not hired from the interview pool.
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The Larimer county Department of Health and Environment is seeking an Environmental Specialist I or II. We are seeking someone with an eye for detail, food safety knowledge, and the ability to interact well with people. Working in this role, you'll be a part of the Consumer Protection team and serve our community by ensuring compliance with local and state health and safety codes.
The Larimer County Department of Health and Environment promotes a healthy community and helps reduce unnecessary suffering caused by preventable disease, disability, or death. The Department of Health and Environment provides a wide range of services, ranging from water quality testing to disease outbreak control.
Specifically, this position you will:
- Conduct environmental health inspections and investigations of public and private establishments - primarily food service, schools, and child care facilities - to ensure compliance with local and state health and safety codes.
- Recommend, issue or deny related permits.
- Recommend changes, give instructions, and issue compliance orders when applicable for correction of deficiencies and violations.
- Provide information and advice to answer questions and solve problems of the public.
- May conduct technical reviews of blueprints, floor plans and facility plans for compliance with applicable regulations.
Requirements:
- Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Environmental Health, or a related field, with a minimum of one 3-credit hour course in microbiology.
- Must have or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License.
- Must be available to work from any of department’s three offices in Fort Collins, Loveland, or Estes Park as needs arise.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred.
Skills assessment testing may be administered
To review the full job description, please Click Here for EH I / Click Here for EH II
We'd love to have you join our team!
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The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is seeking talented men and women for the position of Fuels Module Squad Leader! Sheriff Justin Smith encourages forward thinking, servant leadership, and a sense of family among all Sheriff's Office members. Headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, the Sheriff's Office is an agency of 405 family oriented employees, dealing with a range of responsibilities including support services, patrol, jail, wildland fire, search and rescue, and investigation duties. If you are seeking a career, have a desire to serve your community, and want to work alongside others with the same mindset, the Larimer County Sheriff's Office is a great place to call home.
A Fuels Module Squad Leader may supervise wildfire fuels module crew members and serve as Chief of Party during the implementation of wildfire fuels projects and wildfire demonstration sites. They will also assist the Emergency Services Specialist in the public awareness and education programs, teaching wildfire classes and implementation of prescribed fire Plans.
Specifically, a Fuels Module Squad Leader:
- Receives general supervision from the Fuel Module Coordinator and Emergency Services Specialist.
- May exercise direct and technical supervision of fuels module crew members, volunteers, interns and firefighters.
- Maintains appropriate records and files; prepares reports and written correspondence.
- Assists in the implementation of prescribed fire burn plans.
- Assists in the implementation of public awareness and education programs. This includes assisting with preparing materials and presentations to the public, industry, and outside agencies and organizations, and assisting in developing brochures, publications, and other educational/informational program-related materials.
- Works with local, state, and federal agencies in wildfire suppression and prescribed fire activities as assigned.
Click here to view the complete job description, specific duties will be listed under Fuels Module Squad Leader.
Larimer County is located in the heart of North Central Colorado, extending west to the Continental Divide, north to the Wyoming border, and is home to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. Over 300 days of sunshine each year provide Larimer County residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy a wide spectrum of recreational opportunities such as hiking, fishing, and camping.
An hour north of Denver, Fort Collins is home to Colorado State University and offers a diverse culture of education, breweries, historic charm, a thriving economy, and is a bike friendly community. Throughout the year, live music and entertainment, as well as great local dining, can be found in the historic downtown area. Fort Collins offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a larger city.
The City’s long list of acknowledgements includes:
- #10 in "Healthiest Places to Live" - Niche.com 2017
- #18 in Forbes Best Places for Business and Careers, 2016
- #16 in Top 100 Best Places to Live” - Livability.com, 2017
- Bicycle friendly -- Earned Platinum Award from League of American Bicyclists, 2017
Qualifications:
- Three years of experience in wildfire suppression or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities.
- High School diploma or GED required supplemented by specialized courses in wildfire control, fire mitigation, or forestry.
- Employment in the fields of Forestry, Natural Resources Management, Forest Ecology, Wildland Fire Science, Firefighting, or a related field.
- Possession of or ability to obtain within one year, a valid National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Red Card with a qualification of FFT1/ICT5 or trainee.
- Must be NWCG qualified as a Faller Type 3 (FAL3) or higher.
- Current First Aid, and community CPR certificates, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
Other Information to Note:
- This is a full time, Limited Term position. Individuals hired into limited term positions are eligible for County benefits, however, the position is limited in duration dependent upon available funding, business need or signed contract or agreement.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
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This posting is "Open until filled" and may close at any time. Once we begin the interview process, we may not consider additional applicants unless a candidate is not hired from the interview pool.
- Successful applicants will be required to meet all of the following qualifications prior to hire:
- Must be 21 years of age
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Pass physical agility test
- Pass employment questionnaire
- Pass oral board interview
- Pass an in-depth background investigation including criminal history and financial status
- Pass a physical evaluation based on the Essential Job Functions
- Pass a medical examination, including drug testing
- Cannot have a felony conviction
- No Domestic Violence Convictions
- No use of illegal drugs within the past five years
- Current First Aid and CPR (All ages) certificates required by date of hire
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The purpose of Child Protection Services is to provide 24-hour assistance in investigating allegations of child abuse and neglect. Caseworkers from one of twelve paired teams respond to reports of possible child abuse or neglect. Referrals can be made by law enforcement, schools, medical professionals, or anyone who feels there is a situation that warrants investigation. Each referral is screened and may be investigated by a visit or phone interview, and a determination is made whether additional follow up is called for. Any referral may lead to temporarily placing the child(ren) in foster or kinship care for their own protection. There is an array of services and programs available for open cases, when there is a need to work with families on a continuing basis to assure a child's safety.
The Departs is in need of temporary staff to help fill the following:
Juvenile Justice On-call
This position requires employees to be on-call overnights, weekends and holidays for work with our Juvenile Justice program and may provide support to the After Hours team. Employees sign up on the on-call calendar, which are either, 7 hour shifts, Monday-Friday, Midnight - 7 a.m. and/ or 24 hour shifts, Sat/Sun/ Holidays, 8 a.m. - 8 a.m. the following day. Employees are paid a stipend for the shifts they are on-call for and, in addition to the stipend, are paid hourly when they are called to work on either Juvenile Justice or Intake job duties. Employees are expected to work a mixture of weekday, weekend and holiday shifts. Specificially this position
- Monitors juveniles placed on Electronic Home Monitoring (EHM), which may include tracking, performing status checks, communicating with the monitoring service provider, and making recommendations to law enforcement or guardians regarding breaches of detention..
- Provides crisis mediation/intervention to de-escalate immediate conflict situations as needed.
- Understands and applies Senate Bill 94 guidelines for juvenile detention screening as it relates to least restrictive placement of juveniles, juvenile court attendance, and safety of the community.
- Works a variety of hours and shifts including nights and weekends.
Intake SpecialistThe Intake Specialist provides intake for initial referrals for human services child protection programs. Conducts initial screenings, collecting required information for program intake. Works with the appropriate program staff to assure required information is obtained and appropriate referrals are made. This work environment is similar to that of a call center. You will be sitting at your desk the majority of a shift answering phone calls and inputting data into the computer system. This poistion would have the opportunity to fill in for staff during regular business hours. Shifts can be 8 hours or 10 hour depending on the scheduled needs, between 7 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Specifically this position:
- Provides administrative support for assigned programs including documenting client information, maintaining client records, processing related paperwork and documents, and maintaining records of program statistics.
- Coordinates the referral and intake process.
- Acts as a resource to families, outside agencies and staff; answers telephones.
- Requests, responds to and provides information to collateral staff, departments, agencies, and the general public regarding program services, collateral resources, and case information as appropriate.
To view the complete job description for this position, click here.
Qualifications:
- Two years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities
- High school diploma or GED required, supplemented by coursework in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or a related human services discipline. Equivalent to an Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
- All new employees and rehires will be required to submit fingerprints for a FBI criminal background check (C.R.S. 26-6-104)
- This position will work from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Monday through Thursday and require the employee to spend approximately 60% of their time, sedentary, taking child protection referrals over the phone or in person. This position also screens juveniles for delinquency, requiring you to meet independently with them. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and have the ability to prioritize work and problem solve with little direction or supervision.
This position is limited term with full time hours. Individuals hired into limited term positions are eligible for County benefits, however, the position is limited in duration dependent upon available funding, business need or signed contract or agreement.
All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date listed.
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Qualifications:
- One year experience comparable to that of a Jail Booking Specialist.
- High School diploma or GED required.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to:
- Sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
- Get into and out of a chair repeatedly.
- Stoop, bend, stretch, twist, reach, kneel, crawl, squat, climb, and balance.
- Push or pull to manually open or shut heavy doors (10#).
- Lift bins containing inmate personal belongings weighing 20#.
Other Information to Note:
- This job posting is for an eligibility list only.
- Shift work required.
- Shifts require working days, nights, weekends and holidays.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
- All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date.
- Successful applicants will be required to meet all of the following qualifications prior to hire:
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- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Cannot have a felony conviction
- No convictions involving domestic violence
- No use of illegal drugs within the past five years
- No use of marijuana in any form within the last two years
- Pass integrity questionnaire
- Pass a written examination
- Other testing may be required
- Pass oral board interview
- Pass an in-depth background investigation including criminal history and financial status
- Pass polygraph examination
- Pass psychological evaluation
- Pass medical examination
- Pass drug testing
- Possess or obtain First Aid and CPR (All Ages) certificates by date of hire
- Possess or obtain these NIMS certifications by date of hire: IS-100, IS-200, and IS-700
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Qualifications:
- No experience required.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Current first aid and community CPR certificates.
Other Information to Note:
- This job posting is for an eligibility list only.
- Shift work required.
- Shifts require working days, nights, weekends and holidays.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
- All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date.
- Successful applicants will be required to meet all of the following qualifications prior to hire:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Cannot have a felony conviction
- No convictions involving domestic violence
- No use of illegal drugs within the past five years
- No use of marijuana in any form within the last two years
- Pass integrity questionnaire
- Pass a written examination
- Pass a simulation Test
- Pass oral board interview
- Pass an in-depth background investigation including criminal history and financial status
- Pass polygraph examination
- Pass psychological evaluation
- Pass medical examination
- Pass drug testing
- Possess or obtain First Aid and CPR (All Ages) certificates by date of hire
- Possess or obtain these NIMS certifications by date of hire: IS-100, IS-200, and IS-700
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Larimer County Engineering and the Department of Natural Resources is seeking an individual with experience in the acquisition of right of way, trail easements, fee simple purchases and conservation easements. This position requires an individual with a strong understanding of title, legal descriptions and appraisals. Applicants must also have a good skill set for the drafting of conservation easements and contracts. Applicants must have the ability and confidence to work one on one with landowners, attorneys, and be proficient with presentations to our various county boards and commissions.
General Duties:
- Receives general supervision from the Senior Land Agent.
- May exercise direct and indirect supervision over lower level technical and clerical staff.
- Negotiate and prepare written agreements and contracts on behalf of the County for the acquisition of fee simple lands, conservation easements, trail easements, leases, various forms of easements, road rights-of-way, water rights, land trades, or other real estate from property owners.
- Provide technical assistance to property owners in coordination with the Open Lands Manager and the County regarding acquisition proceedings, title clearance, development rights, or other acquisition related issues.
- Research and maintain records and reports on the status of County lands including fee lands, conservation easements, various forms of easements, rights of way, and leases.
- Perform a variety of tasks related to title search and title clearance for acquisitions of interest in real property.
- Recommend, order, review, and understand appraisals, environmental and mineral assessments, title commitments, surveys, or other work necessary for the acquisition of interest in real property. Perform comparable property sales evaluations.
- Prepare annual conservation easement certification documents per State of Colorado requirements.
- Respond to public inquiries and requests regarding acquisitions of easements, open space, parks, trails, rights-or-way. Notify landowners of County survey crew activities.
- Coordinate with other agencies, County departments, and County Attorney in acquisitions of property. Follow all applicable Federal and State procedures in acquiring property for federally funded or grant funded projects.
- Perform other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business Administration, Real Estate, Natural Resources or other related fields.
- Two years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities in real estate acquisition of conservation easements, fee simple open space, trail easements and right of way.
To see the complete job description for this position click here.
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date listed.
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Larimer County Solid Waste is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team!
The Landfill Gate Attendant provides directions to members of the public using County Landfill facilities, handle monetary transactions and provide professional customer service.
Specifically this position:
- Unlocks and opens Landfill premises to the public.
- Greets members of the public using the County's landfill facilities and inspects contents of refuse to be dumped at the landfill.
- Collects and processes related fees and charges and maintains appropriate records and logs.
- Directs members of the public to various dumping areas within the landfill depending upon the contents of their refuse.
- Watches for and notifies appropriate landfill personnel of potential hazards including fires or toxic and flammable chemicals.
- Ensures that refuse dumped at the landfill complies with County rules and policies related to the landfill operations.
- Secures and locks landfill facilities at closing time.
- Hand picks litter.
- May be required to direct traffic at the front gate and/or dump site.
To see the full job description for this position, click here.
Qualifications:
- One year of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities.
- High School diploma or GED required supplemented by some on the job training in landfill and cashier operation.
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. A successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
This posting is "Open until filled" and may close at any time. Once we begin the interview process, we may not consider additional applicants unless a candidate is not hired from the interview pool.
