Employment Opportunities

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the administration, monitoring, supervision, and performance of the county Department of Human Services programs, as mandated by federal and state laws and regulations and by county directives. Oversee the daily operations of the Department of Human Services. Plans, make decisions, and take appropriate action on issues as they arise, both internally and externally. Manages fiscal, human, and other resources to effectively provide mandated services to the public.

The salary will depend on qualifications will start at $55,00, this position is FLSA Exempt Status.

Application, resume and letters of recommendation shall be submitted to: April Quintana, Human Resources Director; PO Box 100, Saguache, CO 81149, aquintana@saguachecounty-co.gov, 503 3rd Street, Saguache, CO 81149 – Phone 719-655-2231 or Fax 719-655-2635.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree preferred; bachelor's degree required in the field of sociology, education, public or business administration, or closely related field. Combinations of experience and education may be accepted.
 

Minimum of five (5) years managerial experience responsible for the provision of human service programs. Knowledge of organizational structure, program development, and functions of federal, state, and local human service programs, including budget and finance, with particular reference to their implications at the county level.
Knowledge and familiarity with management practices and procedures, budgeting and financial management, public administration, and personnel management. Thorough knowledge of Colorado's social service laws and regulations.

Knowledge of principles and practices of social casework, social welfare administration, social research, and community economic, social and health resources.
 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other county departments, community groups and agencies, and members of the public. Ability to maintain high ethical standards and professionalism when interacting with community members, clients, and members of the public.

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: 
 
Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time and travel to and from various destinations. 
 
REQUIREMENTS:
 
Pre-employment drug test for illegal drugs including marijuana. 
Pre-employment: Must pass a criminal background check.
Valid Driver’s License: A valid driver’s license is required. 

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.

The Saguache County Department of Social Services is now accepting applications for the position of Income Maintenance Technician. This role involves determining eligibility and delivering benefits for Medicaid, Food Assistance, Colorado Works, and other income assistance programs.

Qualifications:

• No degree or specialized training required; State Training opportunity provided

• Bilingual ability preferred but not required

Salary: 

• Starting at $17.59 per hour, depending on experience.

Benefits:

• Vision, dental, and health insurance coverage

• Paid time off

• Generous 401k retirement plan

How to Apply:

• Applications and complete job descriptions are available at 605 Christy Ave., Saguache, Colorado

• Visit our website at https://saguachecounty.colorado.gov/employment-opportunities

• Call (719) 655-2537 to request an application by mail

Application Deadline: Open until a qualified candidate is hired.

**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 ($17.59/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!