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*** It is REQUIRED that you upload a cover letter to your profile that is addressed to Emily Humphrey Second Assistant District Attorney.***
This is the entry level class in the Deputy District Attorney class series. Positions in this class will usually perform most of the duties required of District Attorney II but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent direction and judgment on matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits and structured and established usually supervised while in progress and fits a structured and established pattern. Generally, changes in procedures exceptions are explained in detail a they arise.
- Receive and review summons or tickets filed by arresting officers, and review and examine the evidence, witness statements, determine whether or not a crime has been committed, the nature of the crime, and whether or not the evidence justifies prosecution.
- Prepare briefs and legal opinions; conduct legal research ; prepare reports and develop recommendations related to the District Attorney's Office policies, procedures and operations.
- Represent the County in criminal calendar proceedings including the scheduling of cases, plea negotiations, probation revocation hearings, motions, and sentencings.
- Serve as prosecuting attorney for jury and court trials.
- Represent the County in evidence hearings.
- Respond to citizen complaints and requests for information.
- Perform 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.
Qualifications
- No experience required.
- Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
- Must currently be licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado, or sitting for the July 2018 bar exam.
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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The Larimer County District Attorney's Office is seeking a Diversion Specialist to join our staff. In this role, the successful candidate will provide program coordination for the regular Juvenile Diversion program and the Adult Diversion Program, which is focused on individuals with mental health needs. Both of these programs provide alternatives to traditional court proceedings for offenders.
About our Office and This Role:
The Office of the District Attorney is a state office constitutionally established to enforce the criminal laws of the State of Colorado. In our work prosecuting criminal cases on behalf of the State of Colorado, we work within thespecialty courts in Larimer County --- including the Adult Diversion Program and Juvenile Diversion Progam. These are alternative courts to the regular criminal justice process for high risk offenders. The purpose of these specialty courts is to focus on reducing recidivism through collaborative efforts with community service providers, thereby providing public safety with cost effective alternatives to incarceration.
Working in this role you could expect to:
- Assess an individual’s needs and risks, identifying appropriate agencies and make necessary referrals or changes as necessary, and track the individual's progress.
- Perform direct supervision of youth, including home and school visits, and case staffing. Track and maintain records of client compliance/non-compliance.
- Coordinate services for adult diversion clients. Track and maintain records of adult compliance/non-compliance with the program.
- Serve as liaison with schools, law enforcement, and community agencies and treatment providers.
- Communicate with all relevant diversion providers (including, but not limited to, The Center for Youth and Family Outreach, City of Fort Collins Restorative Justice/REStore, Campus Connections, Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership, and community-based health providers) to effect continued cooperation and collaboration.
Our Ideal Candidate possesses the following skills:
- Knowledge of the criminal and juvenile justice systems.
- Understanding of current counseling concepts and techniques.
- Work with youth and their families.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to work effectively with others.
To view the complete job description, including all knowledge, skills and abilities for this role, please click here.Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, or related field required.
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the fields of social work, criminal justice, counseling, or similar related field required.
- Valid driver’s license at the time of application and valid Colorado driver’s license at the time of employment required.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred.
To be considered for this role, in addition to completing the online application, you must write a cover letter addressed to Carrie Bielenberg. Applications without a cover letter may be considered incomplete and may 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.
All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date listed.
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The Department of Human Services provides services which assist individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency and social well being.
This position will require daily interaction with clients providing outstanding customer service in all areas including; interviewing for direct services, processing application to determine eligibility, and referring clients to local agencies.The ideal candidate will be able to take initiative, work effectively in a team and also independently. A successful candidate will achieve satisfaction of knowing what you do will make a difference in someone’s life within the Larimer County Community.
This is a fast paced environment with competing deadlines and extensive customer contact via walk-ins and phones. Due to the nature of this job, good attendance is necessary to be a successful employee. You will receive up to six months of training when you begin and ongoing training as needed. Due to the volume of incoming work items, you will not not have your own client caseload. You will work as a team to achieve accuracy and timeliness goals.
While Spanish Bilingual is a plus, we have the ability to use a language line for other languages as needed.
Core Competencies:
- Takes initiative.
- Works efficiently.
- Works effectively on a team.
- Addresses stress and conflict in appropriate ways.
- Provides outstanding customer service.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with customers and team members.
- Meets State and County established performance goals.
- Obtains the skills, qualification and experience that allow progression in career development.
The candidate we select will:
- Be comfortable with ambiguity and have an uncompromising work-ethic.
- Embrace change.
- Address stress and conflict in appropriate ways.
- Show understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy and concern.
- Act with integrity and honesty and understand the need for trust.
- Be sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender and other individual differences in the workplace and with clientele.
- Be willing to work flexible hours when needed, and go the extra mile for our clients by providing outstanding customer service.
- Actively work to obtain additional skills and knowledge that allow progression in career development.
To see the completed job description for this position, click here.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Two years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities such as extensive public contact.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills 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. 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 Engineering is seeking a skilled and detail oriented individual to join our Traffic Operations & Asset Management team as an Engineering Technician. This position performs a wide variety of technical field and office work including traffic counting, conducting traffic studies, roadway asset inventory support, and data maintenance. Field work includes areas in unincorporated Larimer County including plain, foothill, and mountain locations.
Specifically this position:
- Performs traffic counts using tube counters and video cameras.
- Perform various traffic studies including safety, speed and sight distance.
- Maintains crash data.
- Performs analysis supporting traffic safety program.
- Inventories roadway assets such as bridges, culverts, signs, sidewalks, and more.
- Maintains roadway asset inventory.
- Compiles data and prepares written reports on engineering-related projects.
- Makes and checks notes, maps, drawings, tracings and engineering computations.
- Answers questions and provides information to the public concerning engineering activities.
- Install, relocate and retrieve pneumatic road tube traffic counters and traffic classifiers on a weekly basis. Retrieve and download data. Make minor repairs to equipment as needed.
- Review crash reports, locate crashes on the county road system by road number and mile point. Input selected data into crash database.
- Participate in and summarize traffic studies including speed studies, manual traffic counts, advisory curve studies, intersection warrant studies and other traffic studies.
Click here to view complete job description.
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 coursework in Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry.
- Possession of a valid Driver's License
- Proficient in use of Microsoft® Word and Excel software
Other Information to Note:
- 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 Larimer County Health and Environment Department is seeking an Environmental Health Director to join our team.
The Environmental Health Director serves the thriving communities in Larimer County Colorado, the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park. Our agency mission is to promote a healthy community and reduce unnecessary suffering caused by preventable disease, disability, or death.
This position performs professional and supervisory duties relating to the planning, directing, organizing, implementing, and coordination of all programs and activities associated with environmental health and emergency preparedness and response operations. Our ideal candidate exemplifies the characteristics of a collaborative, innovative and resilient work culture and- along with the leadership team - models the appropriate behavior to create and maintain a resilient work culture within the Department. Primary work in this role includes: developing/revising policies and procedures in accordance with established public health laws, rules, regulations, and Department policy; performing research and producing correspondence or reports; gathering data and preparing cases for administrative or legal action; and assisting with the development and implementation of continuous quality improvement measures.
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.
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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Other Information to Note:
- This is a temporary position.
- Remote working location, bathroom facilities are vaulted.
- 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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This is a reposting of this position as we now have two available vacancies.
Our highly productive team of professionals is looking for an individual with interest in learning the many facets of Government Fleet vehicle maintenance and repair. In this position you will experience the personal satisfaction of assisting our Law Enforcement, Road and Bridge department and other County Agencies complete their missions by providing safe, reliable vehicles and equipment.
If you are a motivated individual looking for a career working on diverse vehicles and equipment, come join our team and see what opportunities await you in this area of automotive repair!
The Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technician performs semi-skilled and skilled work in the mechanical repair, servicing, and maintenance of heavy gasoline and diesel driven equipment and vehicles across all of Larimer County.
Essential job functions for this position include but are not limited to:
- Troubleshooting, repairing, and checking county vehicles and motorized equipment.
- General overhaul, tune-up, and repair work on heavy duty automobiles and equipment.
- Repairing and overhauling hydraulic and air brakes, ignition systems, transmissions, differentials, and front and rear axle assemblies; repair and install hydraulic pumps and controls; inspect, repair, overhaul and assemble electrical equipment such as alternators, distributors, magnetos, starters, and computer equipment.
- Performing field or shop inspections of heavy duty equipment to determine repair needs and estimate cost of repairs; making field repairs when possible.
- Performing a wide range of preventative maintenance tasks on county equipment.
- Removing and replace carburetors, fuel injection components and fuel pumps, cooling system, emissions, and exhaust components; relining heavy duty brakes.
- Acting as a resource or expert in program area providing technical guidance to less experienced staff.
- Use of a computer and assigned software to prepare work orders, recording time spent and parts used for vehicle maintenance and repair, and create records and reports related to Fleet maintenance activities.
- Basic welding principles (gas and arc).
- Knowledge of emissions and Controls systems.
To see the detailed job description and physical requirements for this position, please click hereand search "Equipment Maintenance Technician"
Qualifications:
- Three years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities.
- Requires a strong background in electrical and computerized system troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair.
- High School diploma or GED required, supplemented by specialized mechanical training.
- Possession of and ability to maintain a Colorado Class " B " CDL. at the discretion of the Fleet Director , depending upon necessity and position.
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain within six months, at least two Automotive Institute of Excellence (ASE) certifications in Automotive or Heavy Truck.
- Must be able to lift and carry 75 pounds.
- Push and pull 100 pounds.
- Access trucks and heavy equipment by climbing.
- Sit or stand up to 2 hours continuously.
- 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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One Agency. One Mission: Public Service.
This position performs a variety of complex law enforcement, investigative, crime prevention, and related tasks in the Investigations Division of the Larimer County Sheriff's Office. It also provides highly responsible assistance to the position's assigned supervisor.
When requested by deputies or assigned by Investigations Division supervisory staff, responds to and assumes command of the scene of criminal activity.
Receives general supervision or direction from a sergeant or higher-level Supervisor.
Duties:
•Exercises indirect and direct supervision over deputies, reserve deputies, civilian employees, interns, and volunteers as needed.
•Performs investigative work on assigned cases. Directs all aspect of investigative work on assigned cases including, but not limited to, the most serious and complex criminal cases.
•Conducts undercover investigations and surveillance operations as necessary.
•Assists other employees with criminal investigations.
•Answers technical questions regarding law enforcement investigations or other areas as delegated by a supervisor. Instructs patrol deputies, jail deputies, recruits, interns, and others on advanced law enforcement methods and investigative techniques.
•Participates in multi-jurisdictional task forces. May be assigned on a long-term basis to a multi-jurisdictional task force.
•Reviews and makes investigative determinations on cases; assumes responsibility in difficult and complex situations as appropriate.
•Contacts and cooperates with other agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders.
•Prepares reports, using appropriate grammar, spelling, and punctuation; of arrests made, investigations conducted, unusual incidents observed, or other documentation required as a part of assigned duties.
•Prepares affidavits for search and arrest warrants and other court orders. Executes such warrants and orders when appropriate, including the coordination and direction of personnel necessary to execute the warrant. Serves warrants, court orders, subpoenas, and civil documents.
•Identifies and manages confidential informants, including drafting contracts and evaluating their reliability and effectiveness.
•Completes and maintains records, logs, and reports including, but not limited to, the effective case management of an ongoing caseload, which includes the prioritization and effective disposition of those cases.
•Administers first aid in emergency situations.
•Maintains contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems; preserves good relationships with the general public.
•Makes arrests as necessary. Effectively and safely restrains arrestees using handcuffs and other restraints; subdues resisting arrestees by using maneuvers and/or resorting to the use of hands and feet and other approved devices in self-defense.
•Interviews victims, complainants, witnesses, including interviewing small children and other individuals who may be more difficult to interview; interrogates suspects.
•Gathers and preserves evidence in accordance with governing practices and techniques.
•Assists the District Attorney's Office during trial preparation and trials. Testifies and presents evidence in court.
•Transports arrestees for booking.
•Enforces municipal, county, state and federal laws.
•Performs searches of people and objects capable of concealing contraband or evidence.
•Performs rescue functions at accidents, emergencies, and disasters.
•Supervises and assumes responsibility for crime scene investigation activities during case assignment and on an on-call basis.
•Coordinates evidence processing with laboratories internal to and external to the Larimer County Sheriff's Office.
•Operates the CCIC/NCIC system and other law enforcement databases in order to obtain information on a subject such as a driver's license history, pawn records, parole/probation information, etc.
•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.
Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of full-time experience as a sworn law enforcement officer, with at least one (1) year of experience as a Patrol Deputy with the Larimer County Sheriff's Office.
- High School diploma or GED.
- Colorado POST certified.Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license by time of hire.
- Current first aid and CPR training.
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 components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date listed.
Posting salary is based on the 2019 Step Plan.
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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 over 400 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 bicycle 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 acknowledgments 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, preferably supplemented by practical or trade schooling in trade, construction, or maintenance fields.
- Possess or obtain first aid and community CPR certificates by date of hire.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Driver's License.
Other Information to Note:
- 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 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 Job-related online assessments
- Pass Pre-employment Questionnaire
- Pass Oral Board Interview
- Pass an in-depth background investigation
- Pass medical examination
- Pass drug testing
- Pass physical assessment test based on the essential job functions
- Possess or obtain First Aid and CPR (All Ages) certificates by date of hire
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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Other Information to Note:
- This is a full time position.
- This position is anticipated to be scheduled 40 hours per week. Weekeend, holiday, and evening hours 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.
- 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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This position is responsible for the planning, coordination, and supervision of the functions and staffing positions of the Recording Department where documents are recorded in the public record for Larimer County, and become of permanent record; essential to the commerce in Larimer County. Receives general supervision from the Recording Manager.
The environment is fast paced, the workload is heavy, and the core philosophy is employee and customer centric. The environment requires the staff to operate as a team in order to complete the required duties according to statutes, a high degree of professionalism, and a view of the operation from a high-level and in detail.
The ideal candidate's core competencies are:
- Analytical thinking (ability to solve problems and to get the job done)
- Forward thinking (ability to anticipate consequences of situations or implications of certain actions, and then to respond appropriately)
- Conflict Resolution (ability to to resolve all sorts of differences in order to create a good working environment and relationships)
- Empowers Others (boost employee confidence and give them the freedom to complete their tasks)
- Excellent Communication (using language effectively in order to gather information and facilitate exchange of ideas that would yield results)
- Flexibility (ability to adapt to whatever changes that happen without losing focus on your goals. This also includes your ability to apply your knowledge to your new circumstances.)
- Leadership (ability to lead a team and have the ability to establish a team and promote strategies to achieve a common goal)
- Writing Skills (ability to write clearly, concisely, logically and free of grammar errors)
Essential Job duties:
- Exercises direct supervision over temporary employees, Recording Technicians, Recording Specialist, and the Recording Operations Coordinator.
- Assigns, directs, and supervises activities of assigned staff, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards.
- Administers or makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning work, scheduling work hours, granting leave, evaluating performance, disciplining and submitting such records and reports as required by County policies and procedures.
- Supervises all operations of the Recording Department; establishes and maintains a high standard of customer service; identifies deficiencies and recommends corrective action to ensure effective delivery of service to the public.
- Analyzes and oversees the creation and distribution of new and existing recording processes and procedures, which could include computer programs, daily workflow, and policies.
- Coordinates, supervises, and conducts Recording operations according to statutes; updates employees on new procedures, laws, and regulations regarding all processes.
- Provides, captures, and assesses statistics to evaluate recording employee performance.
- Monitors and supervises County Board of Equalization, Liquor Licensing, and Clerk to the Board.
- Works with the Recording Manager and Application Support Specialist on a variety of duties regarding the implementation and maintenance of computer programs and program changes; documents problems and coordinates correction or problems with various staff and state agencies; and assists staff with problems with the operation of the computer system.
- Participates in the planning and implementation of new legislation and other changes on existing policies, procedures, and systems.
- Responds to the recording workflow; issues and troubleshoots delivery of final quality control of all recorded documents inclusive of providing training and communication with specific, related industry representatives.
- Coordinates with the Recording Manager, Application Support Specialist, Recording Operations Coordinator, and Recording Specialists on training issues.
- Responds to the most difficult complaints and requests for information from the community-at-large regarding recording procedures and concerns.
- Analyzes and recommends changes in state or federal legislation that pertain to the recording process; submits recommended language to the Recording Manager.
- Manages communication in tandem with the Recording Manager, Application Support Specialist, Recording Operations Coordinator, Recording Technicians, and Recording Specialists with the public, title companies, subscription services and escrow account customers, other county offices and other state and national property records organizations.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent experience, from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field or a minimum of 3 years experience in a recording function with the performance of similar duties and responsibilities.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 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.
To see the complete job description for this position, click here.
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The Larimer County District Attorney's Office is seeking a restitution specialist to join our team and provide administrative and victim assistance duties. The successful candiate will coordinate, validate, and calculate information regarding crime impact on victims to be utilized for determining restitution owed to crime victims.
About our Office and This Role:
The Office of the District Attorney is a state office constitutionally established to enforce the criminal laws of the State of Colorado. As a function of our work prosecuting criminal cases on behalf of the State of Colorado, we are responsible for providing documentation to the court about the amount of restitution - or repayment of financial losses paid by a criminal defendant - owed to a victim in the criminal case.
Working in this role you could expect to:
- Assist in the coordination of the the restitution program, services, and activities of the District Attorney's Office.
- Collect information from victims, insurance agencies, and businesses to determine amount of restitution to be ordered.
- Review, verify, and process documents in accordance with departmental procedures, state statutes, and legal forms.
- Act as a liaison with the Deputy District Attorney concerning input from victims for restitution.
- Receive and implement changes per the District Attorney's position on restitution policies and state statutes.
- Initiate, create, and review correspondence to advise clients of status of restitution.
Our Ideal Candidate possesses the following skills:
- Understanding of Legal terminology, and proficient in the correct usage of spelling, punctuation and grammar in the English language.
- Ability to Prepare a variety of legal correspondence and paperwork.
- Provides professional customer service to clients and the public.
- Ability to effectively respond to conflict situations and people in conflict.
To view the complete job description, including all knowledge, skills and abilities for this role, pleaseclick here.Qualifications:
- One (1) year of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required.
- High School diploma or GED required, supplemented by coursework in business, accounting, or a related field.
To be considered for this role, in addition to completing the online application, you must write a cover letter addressed to Kate Ashby. Applications without a cover letter may be considered incomplete and may 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.
All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date listed.
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This is a reposting of this position, if you already applied you do not need reapply as we have your information in our system. Larimer County's Risk Management Department is looking for an individual to join our team! Working under our Risk Manager, our Safety and Workers Compensation Coordinator will manage the County’s self-insured workers’ compensation claims, perform facility surveys or inspections of work site environments to identify, eliminate, and/or control workplace hazards.
Specific job tasks include:
- Manages Workers' Compensation claims in conjunction with the third-party claims administrator, designated medical providers and attorneys
- Conducts claim investigations
- Provides technical guidance, expertise, and consultation to County employees and departments on safety & workers’ compensation
- Analyzes losses to identify trends and opportunities to develop and implement prevention strategies
- Coordinates and works in partnership with County departments to develop, update, implement, or maintain safety programs and procedures including coordinating safety committees
- Performs surveys/inspections of County facilities, offices, work sites, and operations to identify unsafe conditions or practices and recommends steps to eliminate or reduce the hazard(s)
- Coordinates and delivers training to County employees on safety and workers’ compensation
- Assists in the preparation of State workers’ compensation filings, reports, and self-insurance permit renewals
- Researches and prepares written reports, investigatory memoranda, and correspondence on safety and workers’ compensation matters
To view the complete job description, click here.
Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of professional experience in safety, loss prevention, and workers’ compensations claims management. or related experience in the legal, occupational health, or risk management field required.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in risk management, business administration, occupational therapy, physical therapy, public administration, or a related field preferred. Combination of education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Driver’s License
- ARM or CSP Certification preferred.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
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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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. 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 as a Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker Fort Collins Area and Red Mountain Area full and part time availability. We are looking for a knowledgeable and friendly person to assist with our mission.
Specifically this position:
- Performs general upkeep and cleaning of campgrounds and park facilities
- Performs landscape maintenance including mowing, watering, pruning, and weed control
- Operates a variety of light equipment including mowers and chainsaws; performs preventative maintenance of tools and equipment used in parks grounds maintenance including mowers, weed eaters, hand tools, etc
- Advises park users of recreational opportunities and park regulations
- Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Hazards associated with the work and proper safety precautions.
- Stand and walk for long periods of time and walk long distances over rough terrain
- Push, pull, and lift heavy objects.
- Operate mowers and string trimmers.
- Use and maintain groundskeeping equipment, mowers, and string trimmers
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Greet a very wide variety of park visitors in a friendly, welcoming, and helpful manner, and communicate effectively with a wide diversity of individuals and groups
- Use and maintain groundskeeping equipment, mowers, and string trimmers
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other county employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Prior experience operating landscaping equipment required and driving a truck with trailer. (Riding mowers and weed whippers)
- Possession of a valid Driver's License required
- 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.
Physical Requirements:
- Stand / kneel and walk for long periods of time over all forms of terrain.
- Push, pull and lift heavy objects.
- Work out doors in all type of weather conditions and/or under varying degrees of stress for extended periods.
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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One Agency. One Mission: Public Safety.
This job posting is not advertising a vacant position. The purpose of this posting is to provide candidate's interested in employment with Larimer County Sheriff's Office the ability to submit a general application to express interest for positions not currently accepting applications. If/When career opportunities become available in the applicant's area(s) of interest, candidates will be routed to the open job posting to be considered for those vacancies.
Employment with the Larimer County Sheriff's Office is not just a job - it is a career opportunity for civilian and sworn personnel. Offering opportunities for growth and advancement, the Larimer County Sheriff's Office is the ideal agency for individuals seeking a career that will allow them to make a positive impact within their community.
Our Jobs:
Click on the job titles below to explore the career opportunities offered by the Larimer County Sheriff's Office:
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Emergency Communications Operator
Evidence Technician
Jail Deputy - Non Certified
Jail Booking Specialist
Jail Control Room Specialist
Patrol Deputy - Certified
Sheriff's Record Technician
Who we are:
Headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, the Sheriff's Office is an agency of over 400 family oriented employees, dealing with a range of responsibilities to include support services, patrol, jail, fire, search and rescue, and investigation duties. Sheriff Justin Smith encourages forward thinking, servant leadership, and a sense of family among all sheriff's office members.
Watch this video to learn more about the Sheriff's Office.
Where we are:
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
To learn more about our agency, including: videos of our agency, salary ranges for positions, and how we structure our hiring processes,click here to see our recruiting website.
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Larimer County Solid Waste is looking for an enthusiastic and flexible individual to join our team!
We are looking for a customer service oriented individual who is able to work at the following three sites: Wellington Residential Convenience Center, Berthoud Residential Convenience Center, and the Larimer County Landfill. In this role, you'll be the first point of contact for the public, providing directions and instructions for use of facilities, as well as handeling monetary transations. This position is ideal for someone who is looking to work on an occasional basis - as this vacancy will serve primarily as a substitute at these sites as needed.
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.
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One Agency. One Mission: Public Safety.
Firefighters respond as requested to Wildland fire incidents under the supervision of Emergency Services personnel.
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is seeking talented men and women to join our team temporary, part-time, on-call Wildland Firefighters. Temporary, part-time, on-call Wildland Firefighters would work with the Larimer County Yellow Jackets Fire Crew. Come join a team that has maintained a very high standard and is known throughout the United States for its training and dedication to safety on the fireline. Click here to read more on the Larimer County Wildland Fire program.
Specifically, Wildland Firefighters:
- Use, operate, and maintain basic wildland fire equipment and vehicles including a variety of hand tools for fire-line construction, portable pumps, chain saws, firing equipment, and portable radios.
- Ensure personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn at all times and safety procedures are followed during all operations.
- Maintain inventory and required equipment on assigned apparatus.
- Take direction from assigned fire-line supervisors and communicate fire status, safety, and equipment information as necessary or assigned.
- Participate in ongoing monthly training classes.
Click here to view the complete job description for Wildland Firefighters.
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:
- To be eligible, all applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications at the time of application:
- Must have successfully completed at a minimum:
- NWCG or FEMA Introduction to ICS (I-100)
- NWCG Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (L-180)
- NWCG Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190)
- NWCG Firefighter Training (S-130)
- National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) (IS700)
- OR be currently enrolled in a training program.
- Proof of enrollment must be included in the application.
- Must be able to maintailn first aid and community cpr certifications.
- Must live within 50 miles of 1303 N. Sheilds, Ft. Collins, CO 80524.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must hold a valid, current drivers license.
Other Information to Note:
- An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- The Sheriff's Office prohibits possession of marijuana by employees under any circumstances and expects employees to comply with federal law.
- All application components must be submitted by 10:00 PM MT on the closing date listed.
