Employment Opportunities

Job Title: IT Tech/Communications Director

Location: Saguache County, Colorado

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Information Technology

Salary: $55,304/yr.

Summary:

Saguache County is seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Tech/Communications Director to oversee and manage our technology infrastructure and communications systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of our network, as well as managing various technology-related projects. This role requires a commitment to monitoring and maintaining the network during weekdays, weeknights, holidays, and weekends. The IT Tech/Communications Director must be prepared to respond to cyber-attacks or network issues at any time.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to the Saguache County Human Resources Department at aquintana@saguachecounty-co.gov or deliver to Saguache County Administration, 505 3^rd Street, Saguache, CO 81149. You may also find the job application online at https://saguachecounty.colorado.gov/employment-opportunities Applications will be accepted until Thursday, April 17, 2025.  

Saguache County is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Job Title: Department of Social Services Deputy Director
Location: Saguache County, Colorado
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Department of Social Services
Salary: $44,532.80/yr.

Summary:
Saguache County is seeking a Deputy Director of the Saguache County Department of Human Services. Deputy Director will assist the Director in the daily operations of staff and programs of the Department of Human Services. This position will be 40 hours per week and will come with the Saguache County Benefit Package which includes health insurance, dental and vision insurance, and a generous retirement package. The beginning rate will be $21.41/hr.

Knowledge of Social Services work a degree in related services or 3 years of experience in management of similar type work. Bookkeeping experience is a plus but not required.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to the Saguache County Social Services Department at miracle.gomez@state.co.us or deliver to
Saguache County Department of Social Services, 605 Christy Avenue, Saguache, CO 81149. You may also find the job application online at https://saguachecounty.colorado.gov/employment-opportunities Applications will be accepted until position is filled.  Saguache County is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Saguache County Public Health Office has an opening for an Administrative/Grants Assistant:

Experience as an Administrative/Grants Assistant is desired but not essential. This is a full-time
position (32-40 hours per week). (The position is grant funded and could end or have hours
reduced depending on grant funding). The position will require working with our grants, schools,
other agencies as well as doing other administrative duties as needed and assigned. Computer
skills include Microsoft Word, Excel, etc. and bi-lingual are a plus.
 
This is a full-time position with health insurance, vision and dental benefits as well as a generous
retirement plan.
 
Applications are available at Saguache County Administration Office, 505 3 rd  Street, Saguache,
CO or call 719-655-2231 for a more detailed job description.  Applications may also be emailed
to April Quintana at aquintana@saguachecounty-co.gov.  Hourly rate will begin at $17.85 per
hour depending on experience and or a degree in a related field.
 
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Saguache County is an EEO
employer. Drug testing to include marijuana and background check will be required for final
applicants.

WANTED:  Saguache County Road and Bridge is hiring for Operator I positions….starting at $20.39/hour for those with a CDL License

REQUIREMENTS:  Applicants must have a current valid Commercial Driver License (CDL).  Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and six months or more of relevant experience.  Prospective employees applying with Saguache County, please note that the chosen candidate will be required to submit to and pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check, before being hired.

In addition to the hourly rate, the County Employee benefit package includes vision, dental, and health insurance coverage, paid time off, and a generous 401a retirement plan.          

Operator I is a full-time position – applicants must be able to operate light and heavy equipment and perform manual labor in the maintenance, repair, and minor construction of roads, streets, bridges, signs, markings, and related facilities.  Applicants must be physically capable of working in extremely hot and/or cold weather conditions, physically capable of periods of sustained physical exertion and may be required to lift and move up to 75 lbs. to 150 lbs.

Applications are available at the Saguache County Road and Bridge Office 305 3rd Street, PO Box 476, Saguache, CO  81149 – 719-655-2554 or on the Saguache County website – saguachecounty.colorado.gov under the Road and Bridge Department tab. Please fill out and submit the County Application, if you hold a CDL license you need to fill out both the County Application and the Driver Application.  A complete job description is available at the Road and Bridge Office.

Completed applications can be hand delivered or mailed to Saguache County Road and Bridge – at the address listed above, sent by email to mhashbarger@saguachecounty-co.gov or faxed to: 719-655-2543.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open for three weeks – deadline 12:00 pm, Thursday, May 1, 2025. Saguache County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Experienced individual needed for On Call Part time position assisting the Saguache County Coroner. The position will be an on call/as needed position.  Coroner calls are paid at $150.00 per call and Transports are $150.00 per call, Weekday on call $15.00 per day and Weekend on call $30.00 per day. Please contact April Quintana with the Saguache County Administration office for an application or printable at www.saguachecounty.colorado.gov 
 
Call 719-655-2231 for more information. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Saguache County is an EEO employer.  Drug testing and a background check will be required for final applicants.
 

This position is responsible for maintaining and enforcing public health regulations relating to the community’s environmental health.  Through investigation, inspection, education and enforcement, the On-Site Wastewater Treatment System Inspector takes action to mitigate or eliminate public health hazards.  Inspections and investigations occur indoors and outdoors facilities such as residential homes, restaurants, swimming pools, public schools, penal institutions, childcare facilities, nursing homes, body art facilities, cannabis/hemp facilities, campgrounds, mobile home parks, public accommodations, bars/lounges, etc. On-Site Wastewater Treatment System Inspectors are assigned primary responsibilities in specific environmental programs but are required to possess knowledge of all programs in order to respond to public health emergencies. 

Salary to be determined on experience starting at $37,000/year. Applicants must have a valid Colorado Drivers License, must pass a criminal background check as well as a pre-employment drug test. 

The County Employee benefit package includes vision, dental and health insurance coverage, paid time off, 12 holidays per year, and a generous 401k retirement plan.

The employment application and job description can be found on www.saguachecounty.colorado.gov, picked up at the Saguache County Administration Office, 505 3^rd Street, Saguache, CO or can be emailed to you, please contact April Quintana at 719-655-2231. 

Completed applications can be hand delivered to the Saguache County Public Health, Attention Mona Lovato, 505 3^rd Street, mailed to PO Box 68, Saguache, CO  81149 or emailed to mlovato@saguachecounty-co.gov. Applications will be accepted until filled.

 Saguache County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Experienced individual needed for part time Veterans Service Officer. The position will be 3 to 4 days per week.  You must be a veteran to apply for this position.  Please contact April Quintana with the Saguache County Administration office for an application and complete job description or printable at www.saguachecounty.colorado.gov Salary for this position may begin at a rate of $31,339.80 per year, depending on experience.  This position will qualify for Saguache County retirement benefit. 
 
Call 719-655-2231 for more information and job description.
Position open until filled. Saguache County is an EEO employer.  Drug testing which includes marijuana, and a background check will be required for final applicants.

Saguache County Public Health is hiring Personal Care Providers (PCPs). PCPs go into the homes of people who need help with cleaning, laundry, cooking meals, medication reminders, medical devices, and many other needed chores.

Applicants are required to pass a drug test, including marijuana, and a background check.  Applicants are also given a knowledge, skills, and abilities check to ensure they can lift at least 10-15 lbs. safely. The position starting wage is ($17.85/hour) and is part-time up to 29 hours per week depending on client base.  If you want a rewarding job serving those in need or have any questions concerning this position give us a call at 719-655-2533 M-F,  8-4.

The Saguache County Road & Bridge Department is looking for a few volunteer weather observers in the Crestone/Baca area.  These “eyes on the ground” volunteers will “see and report” on road conditions when heavy snowstorms and other inclement weather situations arise.  Volunteer weather observer reporting will help us ensure that our limited resources can be routed to the areas of need, resulting in a combined effort to keep roadways passible and safe for travel.  If you have an interest in weather and/or an interest in helping keep roadways safe, then give us a call at 719-655-2554 and get your name added to our list of weather observers!