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APPLICATION FORMS

Employment Application file download Employment Application This is an interactive PDF form. You may print the document and complete it in writing or you can complete the document on your computer and then print it out.
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POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Social Caseworker – Family Assessment Response 4a1

Department:
Human Services
Starting Salary:
$47,747.39 – $91,129.19
Grade:
33/34/35/36
Date Posted:
Application Deadline:

Summary:

This position provides intake and/or ongoing services to families where child abuse, child neglect, or youth in conflict behaviors is present in order to resolve these circumstances.  Services may include performing child abuse investigations, removing the involved child(ren) until the dangerous conditions are corrected, connecting the family to essential services, and arranging for long term or permanent placement when living in the home continues to be unsafe.   

Qualifications:

Entry: Bachelor’s degree.   Course work a human services field is beneficial but not required.  Examples of such course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.  Experience in a human service related field is beneficial but not required. 

Level I: Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field.  Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.

Level II: Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field.  Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.  Minimum of one year of full-time professional caseworker experience acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency

Level III: Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field.  Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.   Minimum of two years of progressively responsible, full-time, professional case worker experience, appropriate to the assignment, acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency.

Additional Requirements:

Proof of valid Colorado driver’s license, vehicle in safe operating condition and liability insurance must be on file at all times.

Other Notes:

Complete County Application by the closing date and time.
Ensure you submit any additional information requested in this posting.
Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.
Applicants selected to participate in the interview process wil be the only candidates contacted.

Fremont County is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering an extensive benefits package of health, dental, and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 4% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.

Social Caseworker – Intake-High Risk Assessment 4a1

Department:
Human Services
Starting Salary:
$47,747.39 – $91,129.19
Grade:
33/34/35/36
Date Posted:
Application Deadline:

Summary:

This position provides intake and/or ongoing services to families where child abuse, child neglect, or youth in conflict behaviors is present in order to resolve these circumstances.  Services may include performing child abuse investigations, removing the involved child(ren) until the dangerous conditions are corrected, connecting the family to essential services, and arranging for long term or permanent placement when living in the home continues to be unsafe.   

Qualifications:

Entry: Bachelor’s degree. Course work a human services field is beneficial but not required.  Examples of such course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.  Experience in a human service related field is beneficial but not required. 

Level I:Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field.  Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.

Level II: Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field.  Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.  Minimum of one year of full-time professional caseworker experience acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency

Level III: Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field.  Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development. Minimum of two years of progressively responsible, full-time, professional case worker experience, appropriate to the assignment, acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency.

Additional Requirements:

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:  Proof of valid Colorado driver’s license, vehicle in safe operating condition and liability insurance must be on file at all times.

Other Notes:

Complete County Application by the closing date and time.
Ensure you submit any additional information requested in this posting.
Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.
Applicants selected to participate in the interview process wil be the only candidates contacted.

Fremont County is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering an extensive benefits package of health, dental, and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 4% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.

Operator I, II, III

Department:
Department of Transportation
Starting Salary:
$21.26-24.79
Grade:
32/33/34
Date Posted:
Application Deadline:

Summary:

Operates heavy equipment utilized in digging and opening ditches, grading shoulders and slopes.  Performs other rough grading to clear County rights-of-way, trenching, filling or back filling and snow removal.  Operates asphalt equipment in road maintenance and repair work.  Requires the use of valves to regulate the temperature and flow of asphalt ensuring a constant flow into the hopper to distribute material evenly.  Operates mower to cut grass in County rights-of-way. Loads and places earth, rock, asphalt and other road construction and maintenance material.  Fastens attachments to tractor with clevis or wedge pin hitches.  Operates heavy equipment in successive passes over terrain to raise or lower terrain to specified grade following markings on grade stakes or hand signals.  Greases, oils and performs minor repairs on heavy equipment as assigned.  Coordinates equipment actions with on the ground crew member or other equipment operators using hand or audio signals to ensure safety standards are met and adhered to. Ensures all equipment on the job site is working in tandem to each other.  Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water.  Services and makes minor repairs to assigned equipment.  Performs emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, tire chains and spark plugs.  Reports any major malfunctions or needed repairs to the supervisor and or Fleet Supervisor.

Qualifications:

Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from an accredited two-year college or technical school; or six (6) months to one (1) year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

OPERATOR I can operate any four (4) of the following pieces of equipment proficiently: mower, grader, loader, large backhoe, track-hoe, low-boy trailer, large steel roller, scraper, dozer, and screen plant.

OPERATOR II can operate any eight (8) of the following pieces of equipment proficiently: mower, grader, loader, large backhoe, 

track-hoe, low-boy trailer, large steel roller, scraper, dozer, and screen plant.  In limited situations may serve as a trainer on

equipment for an Operator I.

 

OPERATOR III can operate any eight (8) of the following pieces of equipment proficiently: mower, grader, loader, large backhoe, track-hoe, low-boy trailer, large steel roller, scraper, dozer, and screen plant with extreme proficiency.  At this level the incumbent may serve as a lead worker, see additional information under Direction Received section.

Additional Requirements:

Operator I:  Valid and current Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B with Tanker endorsement required.

Operator II, III: Valid and current Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A with Tanker endorsement required.

 

Applications will be processed as received until positions are filled.

Other Notes:

Complete County Application by the closing date and time.
Ensure you submit any additional information requested in this posting.
Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.
Applicants selected to participate in the interview process wil be the only candidates contacted.

Fremont County is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering an extensive benefits package of health, dental, and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 4% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.

Event Center Director

Department:
Administration / Finance
Starting Salary:
$81,830.64
Grade:
40
Date Posted:
Application Deadline:

Summary:

This position is responsible for the planning and coordination of events at Pathfinder Park Event Center for the County, this includes the outdoor arena, outside festival site, auditorium, meeting space, commercial kitchen, covered arena and any future build outs.   Responsibilities will include the organization of said events as it relates to equipment or materials owned by the county, being the subject matter expert for all of the facilities and the equipment, budgeting and maintaining spreadsheets, recommending upgrades, planning maintenance of the physical building, handling of issues, maintaining supplies, performing maintenance of the arena through use of equipment and tools of a varying nature, marketing of events (as needed) and conducting outreach through promoters to facilitate income producing events. Plans and coordinates events at the county facilities through rental agreements or income producing county sponsored events.  Organizes and assists in coordination of events including use of facility agreements, collection of fees, facilitates the set up and clean up of facilities based on user agreement(s).  Maintenance of County owned arenas before, during and after events within established criteria, this will include applying a sufficient amount of water to work and groom the grounds using equipment and hand tools.  Makes necessary arrangements with county departments to organize maintenance, cleaning or overall care of the county owned portion of the Park.  Markets public events scheduled for any county owned facility using social media, local press, flyers, banners or any other such method of advertisement.  Conducts outreach through various promoters to facilitate income producing events to ensure the facilities are financially self-sustainable.   Evaluates new or existing events for suitability and makes suggestions to enhance, improve or discontinue based on functional use of the facility(s), cost of event and sustainability.  Assists with outside venues for the County Fair.  This may include a carnival, vendors, concerts or shows.  Maintains communication with organizations, citizens, groups and other users of the facility(s) to ensure events are managed according to agreements.  Establishes and maintains lists of approved vendors for use by renters; caterers, liquor providers, DJ services, etc.  Ensures events are planned, coordinated and go as smoothly as possible, yet available to resolve any issues as they arise.  Communicates event statuses, outcomes and performance to the county.  Works to establish an income producing event center which is financially self-sustainable.  Serves as the liaison for the county to the renter, user or promoter.  Prepares annual budgets for department and works with the Finance Director in monitoring expenditures to ensure proper and efficient management of funds.  Reviews and approves P-Card statements for employees assigned to department ensuring all applicable receipts are attached.  Directs the ordering of supplies, materials and equipment to maintain acceptable inventory levels.  Trains and orients employees in the safe performance of duties and operation of equipment.  Trains and orients employees in the use of hardware, tools and equipment.    Researches, directs the preparation of, submits and administers related grants. 

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, hospitality management or business administration; two 

to four (4) years of related experience; or combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements:

Valid and current Colorado Driver’s License.   Must have ability to work nights and weekends.

Other Notes:

Complete County Application by the closing date and time.
Ensure you submit any additional information requested in this posting.
Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.
Applicants selected to participate in the interview process wil be the only candidates contacted.

Fremont County is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering an extensive benefits package of health, dental, and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 4% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.

Social Case Worker II,III, IV Position 4b3

Department:
Human Services
Starting Salary:
$55,692.56-$98,419.52/Annual
Grade:
35/36/37
Date Posted:
Application Deadline:

Summary:

This position is responsible for the education, promotion, preparation, and facilitation of a continuum of meetings in the child welfare unit.  Responsible for ensuring that decisions are made as a team, keeping in mind safety, permanency, and well-being of all children involved with child welfare, through a family-centered and strengths-based approach. Tracks and monitors outcomes to ensure program integrity is maintained.          

Qualifications:

Level II: Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field.  Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.  Minimum of one year of full-time professional caseworker experience acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency

Level III: Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field.  Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.  Minimum of two years of progressively responsible, full-time, professional case worker experience, appropriate to the assignment, acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency.

Level IV: Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field.  Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.  Minimum of one-year full time, paid experience obtained in a social services agency at a Case Worker III Level.

Additional Requirements:

Must be able to pass a Nationwide background check including fingerprints to CBI (criminal record), fingerprints to FBI (criminal record), State Automated Child Welfare Information System Check (Child Abuse/Neglect Registry) and Division of Motor Vehicle (Seven years of good driving record for County Vehicle access).Successful completion of all initial and subsequent training required by the State of Colorado for Social Caseworker positions.Must be able to be physically present at the Department within 45 minutes of initial call when performing on-call duties.

Other Notes:

Complete County Application by the closing date and time.
Ensure you submit any additional information requested in this posting.
Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.
Applicants selected to participate in the interview process wil be the only candidates contacted.

Fremont County is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering an extensive benefits package of health, dental, and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 4% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.