Administration / Finance

Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:

Department of Human Services

• Assistant County Attorney-Closes 06/18/2026

Fremont County Sheriff’s Office

• Patrol Deputy- Closes 07-09-2026
• Detention Deputy-Closes 06-15-2026

For more information about employment opportunities with Fremont County Government, please visit our county website at Fremontcountyco.gov or call our HR department at 719.276.7409.

Fremont County Department of Transportation (FCDOT)

The Fremont County DOT is still conducting dust-suppressant operations for the West end of Fremont County. This includes Iron Mountain County Rd. 26. They should finish operations in the next two weeks.

They are also replacing a guardrail on the Grandview Bridge after a recent car accident damaged it. Grandview Road will be down to one lane, and flaggers will be directing traffic.    

Please exercise caution while traveling through the posted roadways during operations.  Expect minor delays while traffic is directed through the work zones. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:

Department of Transportation

• Fleet Services Clerk-Closes 05/28/2026

Building Department

• Permit Technician-Closes today, 05-26-2026

Department of Human Services

• Assistant County Attorney-Closes 06/18/2026

Facilities Department

• Custodian-Closes 06/03/26

Fremont County Sheriff’s Office

• Patrol Deputy- Closes 07-09-2026
• Master Control Officer-Closes

For more information about employment opportunities with Fremont County Government, please visit our county website at Fremontcountyco.gov or call our HR department at 719.276.7409.

Fremont County of Transportation

The Fremont County DOT are still conducting dust-suppressant operations for the East and West ends of Fremont County. Planned roadways on the East end are:  CR 69 and CR 110. Planned roadways on the West end are:    

 Reed Road and CR 2 from MM22 to MM26.5.  Signs and flaggers will be in place, alerting the traveling public of roadwork in progress. Please exercise caution while traveling through the posted roadways during operations.  Expect delays while traffic is directed through the work zones. We appreciate your patience and understanding as our crews work to complete spring roadway maintenance for our citizens!

Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:

Building Department

• Permit Technician-Closes 05-26-2026

Clerk and Recorder's Office

• Recording Technician II-Closes 05-14-2026

Fremont County Department of Public Health

• Office Technician- Closes 05-20-2026

Fremont County Sheriff’s Office

• Patrol Deputy- Closes 07-09-2026
• Master Control Officer-Closes 05-14-2026
• RSTAT SUD Treatment Coordinator-Closes 05-13-2026 (Substance Abuse Treatment Coordinator)

For more information about employment opportunities with Fremont County Government, please visit our county website at Fremontcountyco.gov or call our HR department at 719.276.7409.

Request for Proposals: HVAC Rooftop Unit Replacement

This Thursday, May 14th, is the last day to submit Bids for a Design-Build project to replace five (5) large commercial rooftop units at the Fremont Combined Court / Judicial Center (136 Justice Center Road, Canon City, CO).

 

The project includes all engineering, permitting, equipment procurement, and installation. A 5% Bid Bond or certified check is required with all proposals. A successful bidder will be required to provide 100% Performance and Payment Bonds. This project is subject to Colorado Labor Preference (C.R.S. § 8-17-101) and, if the contract exceeds $500,000, Colorado Prevailing Wage requirements.

Sealed proposals must be submitted electronically through BidNet Direct no later than this Thursday, May 14 at 2:00 P.M. Detailed solicitation documents are available: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/fremontcounty

Fremont County of Transportation

The Fremont County DOT began conducting dust-suppressant operations this week for the West end of the County.  Planned roadways are:  Reed Road and CR 2 from MM22 to MM26.5.  Signs and flaggers will be in place, alerting the traveling public of roadwork in progress.  You are encouraged to exercise caution while traveling through the posted roadways during operations.  Expect delays while traffic is directed through the work zones. Please plan accordingly for your commute and share with anyone who may need this information. We appreciate your patience and understanding as our crews work to complete spring roadway maintenance for our citizens!

Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:

Fremont County Department of Human Services

• Assistant County Attorney-Closes 4-30-2026

Fremont County Sheriff’s Office

• Patrol Deputy- Closes 05-07-2026

For more information about employment opportunities with Fremont County Government, please visit our county website at Fremontcountyco.gov or call our HR department at 719.276.7409.

Request for Proposals: HVAC Rooftop Unit Replacement

Fremont County is seeking proposals from qualified mechanical contractors for a turnkey Design-Build project to replace five (5) large commercial rooftop units at the Fremont Combined Court / Judicial Center (136 Justice Center Road, Canon City, CO).
This project is supported by a grant from the Underfunded Courthouse Facility Cash Fund Commission, administered by the Colorado State Court Administrator’s Office.

The project includes all engineering, permitting, equipment procurement, and installation. A 5% Bid Bond or certified check is required with all proposals. The successful bidder will be required to provide 100% Performance and Payment Bonds. This project is subject to Colorado Labor Preference (C.R.S. § 8-17-101) and, if the contract exceeds $500,000, Colorado Prevailing Wage requirements.

Sealed proposals must be submitted electronically through BidNet Direct no later than 2:00 PM on May 14, 2026. Detailed solicitation documents are available: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/fremontcounty

Fremont County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities or irregularities.

Fremont County of Transportation

The Fremont County DOT will be conducting dust suppressant operations beginning May 4, 2026, and continuing through the end of May. Signs and flaggers will be in place, alerting the traveling public of roadwork in progress.  Planned roadways are: CR69, CR143, CR80, CR77, CR84, CR103, CR106, CR19, CR110, CR132, Fourmile Lane, CR127, and CR129. There is no set schedule for each roadway, as some roads may take longer than others. Expect delays while traffic is directed through the work zones.  We appreciate your patience and understanding as our crews work to complete spring roadway maintenance for our citizens!

Amrize Tire Day

Just a reminder that on Saturday, May 9, 2026, Amrize will be accepting used passenger car tires for disposal at the Portland Park. Fremont County residents can bring up to 15 passenger-car tires per vehicle to the park from 8 am to 12 pm. 

Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:

Noxious Weed Department

• Temporary, Part-Time Weed Management Specialist-Closes 04-23-26

Fremont County Department of Human Services

• Assistant County Attorney-Closes 04-30-2026
• Social Ongoing Caseworker-04-16-2026
• Economic Security Technician-04-14-2026

Fremont County Department of Transportation

• Operator I, II, III-Closes 4-23-2026
• Laborer-Closes 04-21-2026

Fremont County Sheriff’s Office

• Detention Deputy- Closes 4/23/2026
• Patrol Deputy- Closes 05-07-2026
• Patrol Deputy/Part time- Closes 4-20-2026

For more information about employment opportunities with Fremont County Government, please visit our county website at Fremontcountyco.gov or call our HR department at 719.276.7409.

Department of Human Services

DHS will be closed on April 23, 2026, to allow staff to participate in their quarterly Professional Development Day. They will reopen on April 24, 2026, at 7 am for normal business. 

Request for Proposals: HVAC Rooftop Unit Replacement

Fremont County is seeking proposals from qualified mechanical contractors for a turnkey Design-Build project to replace five (5) large commercial rooftop units at the Fremont Combined Court / Judicial Center (136 Justice Center Road, Canon City, CO).
This project is supported by a grant from the Underfunded Courthouse Facility Cash Fund Commission, administered by the Colorado State Court Administrator’s Office.

The project includes all engineering, permitting, equipment procurement, and installation. A mandatory site visit and pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the project site. A 5% Bid Bond or certified check is required with all proposals. The successful bidder will be required to provide 100% Performance and Payment Bonds. This project is subject to Colorado Labor Preference (C.R.S. § 8-17-101) and, if the contract exceeds $500,000, Colorado Prevailing Wage requirements.

Sealed proposals must be submitted electronically through BidNet Direct no later than 2:00 PM on May 14, 2026. Detailed solicitation documents are available: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/fremontcounty

Fremont County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities or irregularities.

Veteran Services Office Closure

The Veteran Services Office is closed all this week, April 13th through Thursday, April 16, as our two Veterans Service Officers are completing Mandatory In-Service Professional Development Training this week with other VSOs around the State. They will be back in the office next Monday, April 20th, 2026.

Fremont County Department of Transportation

Crews are installing culverts on Glenmoor Road and Dozier Avenue today to address ongoing water flow issues.  Crews are out there now and should be finished today.

Fremont County Public Health

Fremont County Public Health is hosting an Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9 am to 12 pm. This event will take place in the Department of Human Services Parking lot located at 172 Justice Center Rd in Canon City. They will accept electronics, latex paint, and appliances (excluding those with FREON or REFRIGERANT). Cost is $30 per item for televisions and CRT Computer Monitors. All other items are free. Please visit our Fremont County Website for more information at  www.fremontcountyco.gov, and the flyer will be posted on the front page. 

Amrize Tire Day

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, Amrize will be accepting used passenger car tires for disposal at the Portland Park. Fremont County residents can bring a max of 15 passenger car tires per vehicle to the park from 8 am to 12 pm. 

Fremont County has the following job opportunities posted:

Fremont County Department of Transportation

• Operator I, II, III-Closes 4-232026

Fremont County Sheriff’s Office

• Detention Deputy- Closes 4/23/2026

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.

FREMONT COUNTY CLEAN-UP

Just a reminder that the Fremont County government is once again sponsoring the annual Fremont County Clean-Up Campaign. Fremont County will offer a limited number of trash vouchers for free disposal of household trash, furniture, construction debris, brush, logs, leaves, and yard waste, available on a first-come, first-served basis to Fremont County residents from March 16th through April 30th.

Trash vouchers are good for free disposal of 500 pounds at Twin Enviro Services/Apex Waste Solutions “Phantom Landfill” at 2500 Fremont County Road 67 (north of the airport), Penrose, 719-372-6671.

Amounts of trash in excess of 500 pounds will be charged extra ($60/ton) on-site. Mattresses and box springs will also be charged extra at the gate. Hours of operation for the landfill are from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Thursday. 

Fremont County residents may pick up a voucher from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Thursday, at the Fremont County Department of Public Health and Environment, 201 N 6th St, Cañon City. 

Proof of residency is required when obtaining a voucher. Only one voucher will be issued per household. All loads must be covered, and no commercial haulers or contractors qualify for these vouchers. As always, no tires, dead animals, or hazardous waste will be accepted at any site. All landfill rules apply. No extensions will be provided due to the landfill closing for high winds. Calling ahead is recommended, 719-372-6671.

This information is posted on the front page of our Fremont County Website@fremontcountyco.gov

Update on the 24 Fire

The Fremont County Emergency Operation Center (EOC) remains open. Residents were allowed to come home starting yesterday afternoon at 2 pm, but still are considered to be in a Pre-Evacuation status until we get an update. Repopulation went smooth into the evening last night. We will continue to monitor and support local needs and the fire command's needs or resource requests. Hotline calls continue to come in and messages left are being followed up with. Highway 115 is still closed with daily reevaluations. 

As of 2000 hrs., last night the 24 Fire Incident Commander said the fire remained at approximately 7,385 acres and containment increased to 24%. This is the result of the day crews' hard work, and strengthening control lines around the fire. Great progress was made along Highway 115 with crews conducting mop-up, tree removal, and clean-up. Crews along the north, east, and south control lines completed interior firing operations and made good progress on mop-up along the roads. Firefighters, equipment and vehicles will be visible along all control lines, with a heavy presence along the Highway 115 corridor. Please call the EOC Hotline number in case you have any questions or concerns, and that number is 719.276.7421 

Tonight at 600pm, there is a Town Hall meeting at the Penrose Elementary School, to provide updates and answer any questions or concerns residents have. I want to thank all parties involved in this incident for their leadership, collaboration, and execution that went into ensuring a successful outcome for this fire. We truly appreciate the support in protecting our Penrose Community.

I also can't begin to thank the numerous people who so generously donated cases of water and Gatorade, donuts, snacks, etc., for the folks on the frontline doing such great work. I am always so impressed and humbled by the generosity of our community.