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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 job:
Working in this role, you can expect to provide support for Larimer County's Financial system and the users of that system in the following ways:
- Researching and resolving system problems, including problems which require an understanding of accounting practices.
- Providing business and technical support for migration to a new financial system.
- Understanding, monitoring, and coordinating applications and processes that interface with Finance systems.
- Understanding and coordinating product updates by working closely with product vendors and the County's IT Department.
- Identifying and implementing new business processes to improve efficiency and user satisfaction and to comply with appication security and performance standards.
- Managing user on-boarding and off-boarding processes and maintaining user responsibilities and workflows.
- Coordinating system testing for upgrades, patches and new features.
- Developing training materials and leading system user trainings.
- Creating basic-to-moderately complex business reports.
- Performing basic business analysis to define requirements.
- Aiding with system selection and implementation of finance-related systems.
- Coordinating technology-related equipment acquisition and replacement for the Finance Department.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Clearly understands accounting and business practices.
- Can coordinate and manage resources and project deadlines.
- Has experience working with complex business systems, preferably with financial systems.
- Possesses basic working knowledge and understanding of software application components and technologies including, but not limited to:
- Web, Database, Security, Cloud Environment
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field (required)
- Four years related applications support or systems support experience (required)
A Bit More:
This position will be supervised by the Enterprise Services Group within Larimer County's Information Technology Department, and will serve as a liaison between IT, the Finance Department, and users of the Couty's Financial system across numerous County Departments, Offices, and Divisions.
To review the full job description, please 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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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.
- 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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Specifically this position will:
- Perform upkeep and cleaning of all outdoor restrooms in the park area.
- Push, pull, and lift heavy objects.
- Perform other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
To review the full job description, please Click Here.
Please reference the Seasonal Park Restroom Custodial Job
LOCATION:
- Big Thompson District; Devil's Backbone & Hermit Park
Qualifications:
- Janitorial experience desired
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Possession of a valid Driver's License
Other Information to Note:
- This is a temporary position. Both full time and part time positions may be available.
- Part time: working up to 29 hours/week for up to 11 months
- Must work weekends and holidays.
- 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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Larimer County Human Services is looking for a Case Manager to join our dynamic team of professionals and support the work of the Area Agency on Aging as it grows to meet the needs of older adults in Larimer County!
This position is with in the Office on Aging and will primarily be responsible for providing information and referral on resources relating to long term services in our community for older adults, caregivers and adults living with disabilities. In addition, this person will provide intake and screening for a variety of programs and assist with enrolling individuals in our voucher programs. This position will work closely with the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC), Options for Long Term Care (OLTC) and Adult Financial teams as well as multiple community partners to assure individuals are able to access long term services and supports in a seamless manner. This position will participate in outreach and networking activities across the county and to provide information and referral in community settings including senior centers.
This position 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. This position is funded for 40 hours per week.
The successful candidate for this position is someone who gains satisfaction knowing they are part of a project that is working to make positive changes in our long term care system, while being able to work with individuals in helping them locate needed resources to make their lives easier. The successful candidate will be someone who is a fast learner, creative and remains flexible as the team works to meet the growing demands on the program.
This job may be for you if:
- You enjoy working with a dynamic team of dedicated professionals in an environment of collaboration and support.
- You have a true interest and desire to work with older adults and persons of all ages living with disabilities.
- You like flexibility and can quickly change directions based on the needs of the moment or the project.
- You like detail work and to help individuals complete and follow through with applications and needed paperwork.
- You enjoy problem-solving and working with others to support individuals seeking assistance. If you don’t know the answer to something you are not afraid to do the research and find out.
- You embrace Person Centered Thinking and want to build a culture that supports individuals being at the center of their own plan.
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 Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, or a related Human Behavioral Sciences field.
- 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.
- Ability to become AIRS Certified within one year of hire. (Alliance for Information and Referral Systems).
- Bilingual in Spanish and English desired, but not required.
- 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
Applicants must have access to the following items for reimbursed business use: a licensed, insured vehicle and a mobile telephone.
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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Specifically, this person:
- Facilitates family engagement meetings
- Provides mediation to families, youth, supports, caregivers as needed
- Maintains impartiality
- Documents notes from all family meetings/mediation and provides these to all participants which may include the Court
- Organizes/schedules family engagement meetings and mediation to best meet the group’s schedule
- Meets with parents, children/youth, caregivers and supports as necessary to prepare them for a family group conference and/or mediation
- Meets regularly with caseworkers problem solving engagement strategies
- Uses critical thinking in the facilitated meetings, helping the group move to decision-making and planning
- Communicates regularly with all meeting participants
Core competencies:
- Takes initiative
- Is well organized
- Works effectively on a team
- Addresses stress and conflict in appropriate ways
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with customers and team members
- Meets State and County established performance goals
- Works efficiently, uses problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Maintains positive and healthy interactions
- Is a good steward of public resources
- Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings
To Qualify for a Caseworker II:
- Completion of the State Training Academy
- At least one year of experience in case management in either a public or private agency, after obtaining a Bachelor's Degree
- A Master's Degree in Human Behavior Sciences can substitute for the required experience.
- 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.
Click Here for the Social Caseworker II Job Description.
Did you know that if you become a Larimer County Child Protection worker you may be eligible for student loan forgiveness? Click here to see more information!
Other Information to Note:
- All new employees and rehires will be required submit fingerprints for a FBI criminal background check (C.R.S. 26-6-104)
- Applicants must have access to the following items for reimbursed business use: a licensed, insured vehicle which seats three (3) passengers with seat belts and a mobile telephone.
- 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.
If you have previously submitted an application for this position your application is still in consideration.
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This position’s duties include the following:
- Cultivates public works relationships with peers and outside agencies at the local, state, and national level to foster innovation and continuous process improvement within the Service Area and County organization.
- Responsible for developing mission and goals of the Service Area consistent with the Board of Commissioners’ mission and goals.
- Evaluates the need for and develops plans and schedules for long-range public works programs.
- Directs and provides leadership for the Service Area consistent with the County's Guiding Principles.
- Provides general direction to department heads responsible for the direction, supervision, and coordination of roads, bridges, parks, landfills, the Ranch Fairgrounds and entertainment venues, and the community development department (planning and building permit services).
Successful candidates must have minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or a closely related field and 10 years of progressively responsible professional management experience, at least five years of which shall have been in local government OR any equivalent combination.
The departments:
- Engineering
- Road & Bridge
- The Ranch
- Solid Waste
- Natural Resources
- Community Development
For complete job description: Click Here
Exciting Opportunities happening in Larimer:
- Larimer County is finishing work to make 100% of our publicly owned bridges structurally sufficient on all heavily traveled major roadways
- Working with our municipal partners to secure funding to implement a prioritized list of transportation improvements county-wide
- Completing a new Comprehensive Plan and moving into the process of updating our Land Use Plan to implement it
- Continuing our acclaimed Open Space and Parks programs with the financial support of a recently renewed county-wide sales tax
- Having recently completed a multi-agency Wasteshed Master Plan, the County will be implementing innovative techniques to increase our landfill diversion rate to 40% and construct new county owned and operated solid waste facilities. This $30 million effort is fully funded.
- Finalizing an implementation plan for the Ranch fairgrounds and events center master plan which will lead to $175 million in improvements over the next 5 years which are funded.
Larimer County is located in north central Colorado. It is the sixth largest county in Colorado based on population. The county extends to the Continental Divide and includes several mountain communities and Rocky Mountain National Park. The County encompasses 2,640 square miles that include some of the finest irrigated farmland in the state, as well as vast stretches of scenic ranch lands, forests and high mountain peaks. Over 50% of Larimer County is publicly owned, most of which is land within Roosevelt National Forest and Rocky Mountain National Park. In addition to these federal lands, Colorado State Parks and Recreation, and Larimer County Parks and Open Spaces combine to provide a wide spectrum of recreational opportunities that are enjoyed by both residents and visitors.
Major attractions in the area include the Poudre River Canyon, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado State University, and The Ranch – Larimer County's Fairgrounds and Events Complex.
The hiring range is $124,350.00 to $186,525.00 per year; the hiring rate will depend on the qualifications of the applicant selected. Benefits are competitive and a variety of benefits are currently available to County employees including sick and vacation leave; retirement, 401(a) and 457 plans; medical; dental; vision; life; long term disability and flexible spending accounts. Larimer County employees also have the ability to purchase other optional benefits. Click here for more information about Larimer County benefits.
The guiding principles for Larimer County will add value to the lives of its citizens today and in the future by:
- Being good stewards of our public resources
- Promoting innovation and continuous improvement
- Providing quality customer service
- Empowering people to take responsibility
- Cultivating partnerships
- Being a fulfilling and enjoyable place to work
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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*** It is REQUIRED that you upload a cover letter to your profile that is addressed to Greg Biggers Chief Deputy District Attorney.***
Specifically this position:
- Receives and reviews summons or tickets filed by arresting officers, and review and examine the evidence, witness statements, determines whether or not a crime has been committed, the nature of the crime, and whether or not the evidence justifies prosecution.
- Prepares briefs and legal opinions; conducts legal research ; prepares reports and develop recommendations related to the District Attorney's Office policies, procedures and operations.
- Represents the County in criminal calendar proceedings including the scheduling of cases, plea negotiations, probation revocation hearings, motions, and sentencings.
- Serves as prosecuting attorney for jury and court trials.
- Represents the County in evidence hearings.
- Responds to citizen complaints and requests for information.
- Performs related duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Legal principles and practices with an emphasis on criminal law.
- Court procedure and rules of evidence.
- Methods of legal research.
- Perform legal work involving the use of independent judgment.
- Work independently in the absence of supervision.
- Analyze and apply legal principles.
- Prepare proper legal instruments.
- Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies.
- Investigate and prosecute civil and criminal complaints.
- Present laws, facts, and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form.
- Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
To see the complete job description for this position, click here.
Qualifications
- No experience required.
- Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
- Must currently be licensed to practice in the State of Colorado preferred; however, applicants awaiting the February 2019 Bar exam results are also eligible and encouraged to apply.
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 position has been updated to be "Open Until Filled".
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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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:
- #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)
This posting is "Continuous" and may close at any time. Once there is no longer a hiring need, further applications received will not be considered.
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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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.
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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Overview
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is seeking an Education & Volunteer Specialist. This position assists with developing education programs and coordinating of volunteers for the Natural Resources Department.
Specifically this position will:
May exercise direct supervision over assigned staff including volunteer, education and seasonal staff and indirect supervision over volunteers.
- Exercises indirect supervision over assigned volunteers.
- May exercises indirect supervision over assigned seasonal staff.
- Assists in the development, execution and evaluation of education programs.
- Provides volunteer and logistical support for programs and events.
- Recruits and schedules volunteers to meet identified volunteer needs of the department.
- Coordinates volunteer background checks and orientations/training as needed.
- Prepares and maintains records, statistics, and reports related to volunteers; maintains volunteer files.
- Assists with education and volunteer communications; prepares and distributes newsletters, memos, and manuals; coordinates recognitions.
- Assists in volunteer recognition events and new volunteer orientation trainings.
Nonessential Functions:
- Provides backup coverage to volunteer projects, education programs or events.
- Ensures volunteers are adhering to established policies and procedures
- Works with department-related public and outside groups as assigned.
- When a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of Commissioners, all Larimer County employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker.
- Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- General office practices and procedures.
- Routine software and business application including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Read and comprehend department and County rules, regulations, policies and standard operating procedures.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Department and County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
- Regular, predictable attendance to the assigned duty station.
- Local plant and animal communities, conservation biology, threatened and endangered species, outdoor pursuits, experiential learning and natural ecosystem processes.
- Volunteer management, including the ability to recruit, select, train, supervise, and maintain volunteers.
- Strategies and designs of effective training and development programming.
- Effective public speaking skills.
- Various computer software applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, as well as desktop publishing software.
- Develop and modify work procedures, methods, and processes to improve efficiency.
- Effectively organize and coordinate scheduling of simultaneous projects and/or programs at multiple locations and with numerous volunteers.
- Perform duties independently without close supervision.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Work some evenings and weekends.
Qualifications:
- Six (6) months of experience in directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Social work, Administration, Environmental Education, or related field required or equivalent preferred.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Driver's License required.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR and First Aid certifications within six (6) months of date of hire.
Work schedules:
- 40 hours per week
- Work schedules are subject to change depending on weather and visitation.
To see a full job description for this position, please click here.
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.
All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date listed.
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- Serve on a survey party and operate and employ various types of surveying equipment and instruments including transits, levels, site rods, tapes, chains, theodolites, EDMs, total stations and related equipment.
- Gather field data and perform layout for the construction and modification of public works facilities.
- Assist in the preparation of engineering design and related drawings, specifications, and estimates in connection with the construction and maintenance of a variety of engineering projects, including roads, bridges and related public works.
- Maintain and update inventory records related to the County's road system including those for signs, bridges, intersections, driveways and pavement markings; perform field checks and field inventories; respond to related requests and inquiries from other departments, divisions, outside agencies and the public; prepare related reports.
- Inspect materials and workmanship on public works projects to ensure conformance with established plans and specifications; sample and test soils, aggregates and cement.
- Research engineering information from a variety of sources including titles, deeds, and right-of-way agreements, and perform field checks; analyze and prepare legal descriptions.
- Inspect various structures such as utilities, streets, bridges, and other off-site construction; check line, grade, size, elevation and location of structures for conformance with plans specifications and regulations.
- Inspect materials for identification as conforming to specifications.
- Take samples of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories; perform quality assurance tests on concrete, aggregate, asphalt, and earthwork embankments; perform routine field tests.
- Make and check mathematical calculations related to surveying and basic engineering.
- Participate in the preparation updating, filing and retrieval of a variety of engineering maps, documents, records and drawings.
- Draft construction plans and design sketches on various mediums; care for drafting equipment and order drafting supplies.
- Operate a personal computer in the performance of assigned duties including the performance of mathematical calculations, computer aided drafting and data file development and manipulation.
- Compile data and prepare written reports on engineering-related projects.
- Make and check notes, maps, drawings, tracings and engineering computations.
- Answer questions and provide information to the public concerning engineering activities.
- Participate in the annual pavement marketing program.
- When a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of Commissioners, all Larimer County employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker.
- Perform other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Perform physical activities associated with field data collection from drainage ways, bridges, and other road systems features including standing and walking for several hours at a time and working out-of-doors in various weather conditions.
- Perform job activities and physical demands requiring strength to lift, carry, push, pull, and otherwise move survey equipment and objects up to 50 pounds. Additional demands on a constant basis for talking, hearing, listening, ordinary conversation, seeing (near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, field of vision), and gross and fine motor skills coordination while standing, walking, and kneeling for long periods of time.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
Qualifications:
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License.
- Completed at least the sophomore year of study in Construction Mangement, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Be experienced in using word processing, spreadsheet, and database software on a personal computer utilizing a standard computer keyboard.
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 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 following list are generally illustrative of the duties and responsibilities of the job after training and may be subject to change over time.
- Case Management (Workview) Design and Development
- Daily Ticket Assignments– depending on issue and workload, tickets may be assigned that require customer contact, research, or both. Tickets are shared among team members based on complexity
- Requirements Distillation– As new and existing customers engage ECM, there may be times we need to clarify needs before performing work. This may involve site visits, whiteboard exercises, or dial-in sessions
- Vendor Engagement– When testing, evaluating or troubleshooting, we may need to engage the vendor for assistance. This engagement may be one-time or ongoing
- Documentation– Template-based documents for both user and admin consumption
- Internal Collaboration– Some tasks and needs require engaging other IT areas, such as AppDev or Infrastructure. There may also be a need to communicate changes or improvement opportunities to other ECM team members
- Customer Training – Small or large groups of users either at their workstation or in a training lab, around new or existing configurations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or a closely related field, or alternatively, at least seven (7) years of experience in a related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities
- ECM-specific experience (FileNet, OpenText, Documentum, OnBase, Singularity, Stellent, Laserfiche, Lexmark, Perceptive, etc.) is a plus
- One or more of the following OnBase certifications are strongly preferred
- OCASA – OnBase Certified Advanced System Administrator
- OCAWA – OnBase Certified Advanced Workflow Administrator
- OCWV – OnBase WorkView Certified
- Project management and/or business analyst experience is a plus, or alternatively, recent project management certifications (PMP, Project+, etc.)
- Technology certifications (i.e. Microsoft, CompTIA, CIW, AIIM, etc) are strongly preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of and familiarity with standard office equipment (i.e. copiers, computers, printers, telephones, etc.)
- Knowledge of and familiarity with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Visio, Office 365 a plus)
- Familiarity and/or experience with scanner hardware and software (capture certifications, such as Kofax or Captiva are a plus)
- Familiarity with modern Microsoft operating systems (Server 2012 R2 or greater, Windows 10, etc.), client features (UAC, Active Directory, browser technologies, etc.) and server features (IIS, file shares, SSL, networking, CNAMEs, etc.)
- Familiarity with general computer hardware (USB2, USB3, USB-C, HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, VGA, Ethernet, etc.)
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The Job:
- Serves as a member of the Leadership Team including providing updates and progress on related administration issues, problems, and solutions to the Public Health Director.
- Conducts performance evaluations, establishes yearly staff goals, and motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.
- Takes personal responsibility to provide exceptional customer service in order to promote and maintain a positive Public Health Image.
- Directs and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, plans, and priorities.
- Develops and implements orientation/training programs for staff as well as educational programs for staff and the public.
- Participates in the more complex, difficult, and sensitive inspections.
- Develops and manages the budget.
- Directs and monitors water, food, sewage, and pollution control programs.
- Attends seminars, conferences, workshops, classes, lectures, etc., as appropriate, enhances and maintains knowledge of trends and developments in field; and attends association and professional meetings
- Supervises and participates in the preparation of reports and statistical information for appraisal and planning of needed services; presents to the Board of Health, United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), City Council, and other outside agencies.
- Responds to the most difficult citizen complaints and requests for information.
- Coordinates public health activities with other County divisions and with outside agencies.
- Responds to environmental emergencies and supervises the environmental health aspects.
- Conducts department hearings on violations of regulations and laws.
- Analyzes and interprets current regulations and monitors new legislation.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Has five (5) years of increasingly responsible technical and administrative experience working in an environmental health or public health agency, including supervisory and program management responsilities (required).
- Holds a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Environmental Health, Public Health, or a related field. Applicants who do not hold a Master’s Degree will be considered for this role if they hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health, Public Health or a related field and have equivalent work experience that can be substituted for a Master’s Degree on a year-for-year basis.
- Possesses, or has the ability to obtain, a valid Driver's License.
To view the complete job description, please click here.
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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Specifically, an Equipment Operator Journey:
- May exercise direct and indirect supervision over field operations personnel.
- Complies with MSHA, DOT, Colorado 811 and other applicable safety regulations and procedures.
- Ensures project rules, procedures, applicable laws and regulations are followed.
- Ensures all work meets departmental expectations.
- Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
- Operates a variety of heavy construction equipment as assigned.
Equipment Operator Journeys are expected to have little to moderate Heavy Equipment experience. They operate the standard pieces of equipment satisfactorily, and must also be appropriately licensed and capable of productively operating the equipment included in their specialized category with minimal training.
Standard: All vehicles requiring a Class “B” CDL, Loader, Roller, Power Broom, Mower.
Specialized: Patching Machine, Crackfill Melter, Wood Chipper, Self-Propelled Sheepsfoot Compactor, Push/Pull Scraper.
Click here to view the complete job description for an Equipment Operator Journey.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred. Each year of relevant progressively more responsible experience in the highway/street construction or maintenance field may be substituted for one year of the education requirement.
- One year of heavy equipment operating experience in the road maintenance/road construction industry including asphalt roadway construction or maintenance, roadway structure construction or maintenance, road drainage structure construction or maintenance, roadside drainage systems, production of aggregate materials, hauling and placing of roadway maintenance and construction materials, and work zone practices.
- Operation of a vehicle requiring a Class “B” CDL.
- Possession of, and ability to maintain a Class "B" CDL Driver's License with an “N”–Tanker endorsement and without the following restrictions: “L” -air brake, “O”–no/Trctr/Trlr restriction(s), "E" -No manual transmission, "X"-No cargo in CMV tank vehicle or "Z" - No full air brake equipped CMV.
- Ability to obtain an “X” Haz-mat/Tanker endorsement within 6 months of employment or within 6 months of turning 21 years old.
- Possession of, and ability to maintain a DOT Medical Certificate.
- Ability to obtain a Colorado Flaggers Certification within six months of employment.
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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Specifically, an Equipment Operator Journey:
- May exercise direct and indirect supervision over field operations personnel.
- Complies with MSHA, DOT, Colorado 811 and other applicable safety regulations and procedures.
- Ensures project rules, procedures, applicable laws and regulations are followed.
- Ensures all work meets departmental expectations.
- Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
- Operates a variety of heavy construction equipment as assigned.
Equipment Operator Journeys are expected to have little to moderate Heavy Equipment experience. They operate the standard pieces of equipment satisfactorily, and must also be appropriately licensed and capable of productively operating the equipment included in their specialized category with minimal training.
Standard: All vehicles requiring a Class “B” CDL, Loader, Roller, Power Broom, Mower.
Specialized: Patching Machine, Crackfill Melter, Wood Chipper, Self-Propelled Sheepsfoot Compactor, Push/Pull Scraper.
Click here to view the complete job description for an Equipment Operator Journey.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred. Each year of relevant progressively more responsible experience in the highway/street construction or maintenance field may be substituted for one year of the education requirement.
- One year of heavy equipment operating experience in the road maintenance/road construction industry including asphalt roadway construction or maintenance, roadway structure construction or maintenance, road drainage structure construction or maintenance, roadside drainage systems, production of aggregate materials, hauling and placing of roadway maintenance and construction materials, and work zone practices.
- Operation of a vehicle requiring a Class “B” CDL.
- Possession of, and ability to maintain a Class "B" CDL Driver's License with an “N”–Tanker endorsement and without the following restrictions: “L” -air brake, “O”–no/Trctr/Trlr restriction(s), "E" -No manual transmission, "X"-No cargo in CMV tank vehicle or "Z" - No full air brake equipped CMV.
- Ability to obtain an “X” Haz-mat/Tanker endorsement within 6 months of employment or within 6 months of turning 21 years old.
- Possession of, and ability to maintain a DOT Medical Certificate.
- Ability to obtain a Colorado Flaggers Certification within six months of employment.
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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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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Provides customers service at the Household Hazardous Waste collection facility.
Assists in the screening and acceptance of household hazardous waste from program participants.
Assists with inventory and storage of hazardous waste.
Keeps the collection facility clean and maintains an appropriate level of hygiene.
Assists in the consolidation of household hazardous waste through the use of lab-packing and loose-packing methods.
Uses hand tools with moderate amount of force (open lids).
Safe working procedures including wearing PPE i.e. safety glasses, Tyvec suit, and gloves.
Light equipment operation.
Environmental regulations such as Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) and Department of Transportation Act (DOT).
Provide professional customer service to clients and public.
Follow written and verbal instructions.
Accomplish the assigned workload in a timely manner and meet established performance standards and objectives.
Effectively respond to conflict situations and people in conflict.
Understand and carry out verbal and written directions.
Read labels on waste materials.
Perform heavy labor in a variety of weather conditions.
Learn to operate light equipment; forklift, pallet jack, drum dolly.
Perform duties independently without close supervision.
Prepare and maintain clear, accurate records and concise reports.
Work weekends.
To see the complete job description for this job, click here.
Qualifications:
One (1) year experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities is preferred.
High school diploma or GED required.
OSHA 24-hour Hazardous Waste Operations Certification preferred.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Driver's License.
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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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:
- Provide information to visitors on recreation opportunities in the county's parks and open lands, campgrounds, permit fees, trails, parking, picnic areas, and boat ramps.
- Sell park permits to visitors
- Complete shift reports and prepare bank deposits
- Operate calculator, credit card terminal, and/or check converter
- Some supervision may be required.
- Work Weekends Fri/Sat/Sun and have flexibility
To review the full job description, please Click Here. Reference Entrance Station Assistant.
POSITION LOCATION:
- Horsetooth Area Information Center
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Six months cashiering experience is desired
- One year of customer service experience is desired
- High school diploma or GED is desired
- Knowledge of the Area and Recreation Options
Other Information to Note:
- This is a temporary position.
- Part time: working up to 29 hours/week for up to 11 months
- Shift-work, nights, weekends, and holidays may be 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.
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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Schedule:
Land Crew Leaders are expected to work 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and attend a staff meeting on Friday mornings. Crew Leaders must camp with the crew Monday through Thursday as needed, depending on project locations. This schedule may be modified due to training, weather, logistics, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Crew Leadership:
- Supervise a crew of eight corpsmembers, ages 16 to 18, daily and on overnight campouts as needed
- Motivate and encourage corpsmembers to work and persevere in difficult and physically challenging work settings
- Promote leadership while encouraging the development of teamwork, self worth, conflict resolution, effective communication, goal setting, decision making, and the building of community
- Manage and monitor physical and emotional safety of the crew
- Assist training corpsmembers in areas including, but not limited to, proper tool use and Leave No Trace principles
- Maintain a safe working environment and enforce the use of appropriate personal protective equipment
- Complete time sheets, evaluations, and incident reports, among other paperwork requirements
- Facilitate teambuilding activities, environmental education, and job/life skills curriculum on a regular basis, or as projects determine appropriate
- Implement Larimer County Conservation Corps policies and procedures
- Safely drive a twelve-passenger van and trailer
Project Implementation:
- Complete trail building and maintenance, invasive species removal, fence construction, river clean-up and debris removal projects
- Perform duties expected of any corpsmember including conservation work, meal preparation, clean up/set up, and other day-to-day duties
- Demonstrate the safe operation and maintenance of tools and equipment
- Use technology to accurately complete digital daily and weekly logs
- Coordinate logistics with project sponsors, program coordinator, and corps manager
- Report directly to program coordinator
Required Qualifications:
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written
- Background working in a team environment, providing supervision to a diverse group, preferably youth
- Proficient troubleshooting and conflict management skills
- Possession of High School Diploma or GED
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver's license
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with conservation techniques, construction, landscaping, and tool maintenance
- One year of experience working with youth in the outdoor education field
- Previous conservation corps experience
- A bachelor's degree in natural resources, forestry, or education related field
This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee incumbent in this position.
To view the complete job description, please click here.
Offer is Contingent upon the Following Stipulations:
- Must provide a current DMV report to be reviewed and deemed acceptable.
- Must pass a drug screening, dynamic lifting assessment, and state and national criminal history check.
- Current Wilderness First Responder (WFR) or Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification must be obtained before May 20, 2019. The LCCC will host a Wilderness First Aid course for new staff as an option prior to the start date.
Physical Requirements:
Must have:
- Acceptable eyesight, including clear near and far vision, good depth perception
- Adequate hearing to perform job function
- Appropriate voice skills to be clearly understood on the telephone and in public contacts
- Fine and gross motor skills and use of arms, hands, and fingers to perform computer duties and operate equipment
Must be able to:
- Hike up to eight miles carrying 50 lbs. in a 10-hour day
- Exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
- Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach frequently or constantly
Environmental Conditions and Physical Surroundings:
- Exposure to variable weather conditions, noise, dust, airborne particles, and vibration
The Larimer County Conservation Corps (LCCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is available to all without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religion, or other improper criterion. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need accommodations during the application, interview, hiring process or for service may make arrangement by contacting the Larimer County Conservation Corps.
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 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.
