615 Macon Ave.
Room 106
Cañon City, CO 81212
7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday - Thursday
Except Holidays
Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:
Fremont County has no job opportunities posted as of today, however, if you are interested in working for Fremont County, please continue to look on the following web sites, Fremont County, Fremont Economic Development and Colorado Workforce Center, or come to the County Administration building and visit with our Human Resources staff which is located at 615 Macon Room 106 Canon City, CO 81212.
National Public Health Week
A reminder that the annual National Public Health Week kicked off yesterday Monday April 7th, 2025, and runs thought Thursday April 13th. Stop by and support the Public Health Staff located at 601 North 6th Street Canon City, CO 81212. There will be free popcorn and other giveaways along with lots of valuable health related information.
If you have further questions, please contact the Public Health Department at 719.276.7450
Fremont County Cleanup Campaign
Once again Fremont County Government is sponsoring the annual Fremont County Cleanup Campaign which started Monday April 7th 2025 and runs through May 16th, 2025. The Fremont County Department of Public Health (FCDPH) is partnering with Twin Enviro/Apex Waste Solutions (Phantom Canyon Landfill) located at 2500 Fremont County Road 67 in Penrose. A limited number of free vouchers will be issued from the Fremont County Department of Public Health, located at 201 N. 6th ST to Fremont County residents, who reside outside city limits, to dispose of household trash, furniture, construction debris, brush, logs, leaves, and yard waste. Each voucher is good for up to 500 pounds. (anything over 500 lbs. is $55 a ton) Only 1 voucher per household with a valid state driver's license. Twin Enviro is open Monday-Thursday 7am-5pm but the landfill closes for high winds, so please call ahead if you are unsure if they are open.
Again, if you have any questions regarding the trash vouchers, please call the Public Health Department at 719.276.7450.
Department of Transportation
We are conducting a re-bid of our aggregate material for our 2025 project season.
Fremont County DOT is accepting sealed bids for our 2025 aggregate material. Sealed bids must be received by 1:00 pm April 10, 2025, at the Fremont County Administrator’s Office: 615 Macon, Room 106, Cañon City, CO 81212. Dates of delivery will be scheduled by FCDOT Supervisors.
Sealed bids need to be submitted on the bid sheets supplied, signed, and contain completed contact information. Fremont County reserves the right to refuse or reject any/all bids. Bid information can be found on our Fremont County website. Click on Other Resources at the top of the page and then click again on Bid Request Portal and all bid information will be listed there.
We look forward to receiving your bids for our project 2025 season!
Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:
Department of Human Services-
Child Welfare Case Worker-Closes April 3rd
Economic Security Technician-Closes today at 2pm
Child Welfare Case Worker/CORE- Closes today at 2pm.
Department of Transportation-
Heavy Equipment Operator- closes April 2nd.
Fremont County Sheriff’s Department-
Detention Deputy-closes April 3rd
Master Control Officer-closes April 3rd
Noxious Weed Department-
Seasonal weed management Specialist-closes April 7th
For more information about employment opportunities with Fremont County, please visit our county website at Fremontcountyco.gov or call our HR department at 719.276.7409.
Electronics Recycling Event
The annual Fremont County Electronics Recycling event will be held this year on Saturday, April 5th, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Fremont County Department of Human Services parking lot, located at 172 Justice Center Road in Canon City. It will be held in partnership with the Fremont County Department of Public Health and Environment.
Anything that plugs in will be accepted including large appliances. Cost is $30 per item, for televisions and CRT Computer monitors. All other items are free.
Please, no lightbulbs, old thermostats with mercury, CO2 Detectors, or smoke/fire alarms.
If you have further questions please contact the Public Health Department at 719.276.7450
Fremont County Cleanup Campaign
Once again Fremont County Government is sponsoring the annual Fremont County Cleanup Campaign which will be held April 7th-May 16th, . The Fremont County Department of Public Health (FCDPH) is partnering with Twin Enviro/Apex Waste Solutions (Phantom Canyon Landfill) located at 2500 Fremont County Road 67 in Penrose. A limited number of free vouchers will be issued from the Fremont County Department of Public Health, located at 201 N. 6th ST to Fremont County residents, who reside outside city limits, to dispose of household trash, furniture, construction debris, brush, logs, leaves, and yard waste. Each voucher is good for up to 500 pounds. (anything over 500 lbs is $55 a ton) Only 1 voucher per household with a valid state driver's license. Twin Enviro is open Monday-Thursday 7am-5pm and the landfill closes for high winds so please call ahead if you are unsure if they are open.
Again if you have any questions regarding the trash vouchers, please call the Public Health Department at 719.276.7450.
Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:
Department of Human Services
Child Welfare Case Worker-Closes/March 17th
Department of Information Technology
Bridge Closure
A reminder that FRCO 120 Bridge is closed indefinitely as of February 6, 2025, due to critical damage. We do not have an estimated date for re-opening. Detours, barricades, and closure signs are in place to alert the traveling public. Please use alternate routes when planning your commute and share with anyone who may not use electronic technology communications. We will notify the public once the bridge has been reopened. As always, your patience and cooperation are very much appreciated while we work to assess the situation and formulate a plan to repair and reopen.
Electronics Recycling Event
The Fremont County Electronics Recycling event will be held this year on Saturday, April 5th, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Fremont County Department of Human Services parking lot, located at 172 Justice Center Road in Canon City. It will be held in partnership with the Fremon County Department of Public Health and Environment.
Anything that plugs in will be taken including large appliances. Cost is $30 per item, for televisions and CRT Computer monitors. All other items are free.
Please, no lightbulbs, old thermostats with mercury, CO2 Detectors, or smoke/fire alarms.
Road Closure
Elm Avenue, from the traffic circle going west to CR 143, was originally scheduled to be closed until February 28, 2025, for utility work being completed by the City of Cañon City. The closure has been extended until March 14th. We ask that you continue to plan accordingly for your commute and slow down around the work zone.
2025 Material Bid Requests
The Fremont County Department of Transportation is still accepting sealed bids on materials for our 2025 projects. Sealed bids must be received by 1:00PM this Thursday, March 13, 2025 at the Fremont County Administrator’s office, 615 Macon Ave, Room 106, Cañon City, Colorado 81212.
Sealed bids for Aggregate, Asphalt and Tack, Dust Suppressant and Emulsion need to be submitted on the bid sheet supplied, be signed, and contain completed contact information. Fremont County reserves the right to refuse or reject any/all bids.
Public Health
For 2024, the Fremont County Vital Records Office (housed in Public Health) was once again a recipient of the 2024 Five Star Performance Award. This award is extended to recipients who exceed several performance standards that include but are not limited to:
Application Audits
Policy Receipts
Responsiveness
Timeliness
Tracking
Accuracy
Congratulations to our Public Health Department. Great job and a great team
Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:
Sheriff’s Office
Department of Human Services
For more information about employment opportunities with Fremont County, please visit our county website at Fremontcountyco.gov or call our HR department at 719.276.7409.
Pathfinder Park
A reminder that we will be hosting a JOB FAIR at the Pathfinder Park Event Center on Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 10 am-4 pm. Community members will be able to meet with recruiters face to face and learn about job opportunities and openings in Fremont County. This event is intended to benefit our local businesses and community members. Space is limited, and staff are reserving spaces for businesses that elect to participate on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration forms must be turned in no later than this Friday, February 14, 2025. Food trucks will be available at the event. If you have any questions, please contact: Stephanie Speck
Phone: 719-276-7399 Email: pathfinderpark@fremontco.com
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Or go to our County website at www.fremontcountyco.gov
Bridge Closure
FRCO 120-211 Bridge is closed indefinitely as of February 6, 2025, due to critical damage. We do not have an estimated date for re-opening. Detours, barricades, and closure signs are in place to alert the traveling public. Please use alternate routes when planning your commute and share with anyone who may not use electronic technology communications. We will notify the public once the bridge has been reopened. As always, your patience and cooperation are very much appreciated while we work to assess the situation and formulate a plan to repair and reopen.
Elm Avenue from the traffic circle going west to CR 143 will be closed from Monday February 10, 2025 to Friday February 28, 2025 for utility work being completed by the City of Cañon City. Traffic control and detours will be provided by Hammers Construction during this time. We ask that you plan accordingly for your commute and slow down around the work zone.
Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:
Sheriff’s Office
Patrol Deputy~ Closes February 27, 2025
Department of Human Services
Child Support Specialist--Closes February 20th, 2025
Child Welfare Case Worker-Closes March 17th, 2025
For more information about employment opportunities with Fremont County, please visit our county website at Fremontcountyco.gov or call our HR department at 719.276.7409.
Pathfinder Park
A reminder that we will be hosting a JOB FAIR at the Pathfinder Park Event Center on Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 10 am-4 pm. Community members will be able to meet with recruiters face to face and learn about job opportunities and openings in Fremont County. This event is intended to benefit our local businesses and community members. Space is limited, and staff are reserving spaces for businesses that elect to participate on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration forms must be turned in no later than this Friday, February 14, 2025. Food trucks will be available at the event. If you have any questions, please contact: Stephanie Speck
Phone: 719-276-7399 Email: pathfinderpark@fremontco.com
Or go to our County website at Fremontcoountyco.gov
Bridge Closure
FRCO 120-211 Bridge is closed indefinitely as of February 6, 2025, due to critical damage. We do not have an estimated date for re-opening. Detours, barricades, and closure signs are in place to alert the traveling public. Please use alternate routes when planning your commute and share with anyone who may not use electronic technology communications. We will notify the public once the bridge has been reopened. As always, your patience and cooperation are very much appreciated while we work to assess the situation and formulate a plan to repair and reopen.
Elm Avenue from the traffic circle going west to CR 143 will be closed from Monday February 10, 2025 to Friday February 28, 2025 for utility work being completed by the City of Cañon City. Traffic control and detours will be provided by Hammers Construction during this time. We ask that you plan accordingly for your commute and slow down around the work zone.
Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:
Sheriff’s Office
Deputy-Patrol~ Closes January 21st, 2025
Department of Transportation
Light & Heavy Duty Tech-Closes January 29, 2025
Facilities
Custodian-Closes February 10, 2025
Department of Human Services
Child Welfare Case Aid/Life Skills-Closes February 20th, 2025
Child Welfare Case Worker-Closes March 17th, 2025
For more information about employment opportunities with Fremont County, please visit our county website at Fremontcountyco.gov or call our HR department at 719.276.7409.
Pathfinder Park
We will be hosting a JOB FAIR at the Pathfinder Park Event Center on Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 10am-4pm. Community members will be able to meet with recruiters face to face and learn about job opportunities and openings in Fremont County. We want this event to benefit our local businesses and community members. Space is limited, and staff are reserving spaces for businesses on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration forms must be turned in no later than February 14, 2025. Food trucks will be available at the event. If you have any questions, please contact: Stephanie Speck
Phone: 719-276-7399 Email: pathfinderpark@fremontco.com