Kit Carson County is An Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Drug testing is required for all applicants.
Kit Carson County welcomes and accepts applications for all positions within the County and retains them in an active file for at least six months. In the event of an opening, all pending applications are reviewed and suitable candidates maybe contacted for an interview.
You can pick up applications at the Kit Carson County Board of County Commissioners Office in the Kit Carson County Courthouse at 1650 Donelan Avenue, Suite 101, Burlington, CO 80807. For additional information call (719) 346-8133 ext. 304.
If you are unable to come in to pick up an application you can download a copy of the application form here and return it by mail to Kit Carson County, P.O. Box 160, Burlington, CO 80807 or fax it to us at (719) 346-7242. If you are applying for a specific opening, please indicate at the top of the form before returning it.
Kit Carson County Employment Application (this document may be saved to your PC and then Emailed to KCCAdmin@kitcarsoncounty.org)
Benefits: There is a waiting period for all new hires for health insurance benefits. Any new employee will receive health insurance benefits beginning on the 1st day of the month, not more than 90 days following date of hire.
- Fully Paid Dental Insurance for employee and their family
- Fully Paid Vision Insurance for employee and their family
- Fully Paid Life Insurance for employee
- 3% Retirement Match
- Sick Leave after one month
- Annual Leave after one month
All positions are considered full-time positions, unless specifically stated otherwise. Part-time, temporary or seasonal postings do not receive benefits. Kit Carson County retains the right to post, close and withdraw openings as needed. Unless noted differently, all positions will remain open until filled.
Current Openings:
KIT CARSON COUNTY AMBULANCE SERVICE FULL TIME POSITION
Kit Carson County Ambulance Service has a full-time position open for an EMT-B or higher, based primarily in the Stratton Station but will also work out of the Burlington station as well. Individual will also be required to take patient transfers to different hospitals on the Front Range as needed. 12 hour shifts as well as additional on-call shifts available, some nights and weekend shifts are required. Compensation is $12.38-$16.83 per hour depending on qualifications and includes insurance, vacation/sick leave, uniforms, & continued education.
Please direct questions to Korena Laue at (719) 346-7878. KCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment with Kit Carson County is subject to drug and alcohol testing.
Applications may be printed at link above or picked up at the Kit Carson County Ambulance Shed at 1576 Lowell, Burlington, CO 80807 or at the Board of County Commissioners Office in the Kit Carson County Courthouse in Burlington, CO.
APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE
OFFICE OF SHERIFF OF KIT CARSON COUNTY
After having served as Kit Carson County’s elected Sheriff for over ten years, Sheriff Tom
Ridnour will leave office on May 1, 2021. The Board of County Commissioners would like to
thank Sheriff Ridnour for his years of service to the community and wishes him all the best in his
future endeavors.
Pursuant to Article 14, Section 9, of the Constitution of the State of Colorado, the Board of
County Commissioners will be appointing Sheriff Ridnour’s successor in office and will be
accepting applications for the position through March 15, 2021. Applicants may apply by
submitting a resume and cover letter by email to KCCAdmin@kitcarsoncounty.org. Please note
that applicants must meet the following criteria in order to be considered for the office:
• Must be a citizen of the United States and the state of Colorado.
• Must be a resident and qualified elector of Kit Carson County on the date of appointment.
• Must have received a high school diploma or its equivalent or a college degree.
• Must be willing to submit fingerprints to a qualified law enforcement agency.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
This office has a salary set by statute of $84,846.00 for 2021 and is eligible for the Kit Carson
County benefit package which includes medical insurance and a 3% matched retirement plan.
Any questions about the vacant office of Sheriff or the application process may be directed to the
County Administrator, Paula Weeks, at (719) 346-8133 or Paula.weeks@kitcarsoncounty.org.
ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE SPECIALIST I/II
The Kit Carson County Department of Human Services currently has a vacancy for an Economic Assistance Specialist I/II. If you are a community oriented individual with a passion to serve others we want to hear from you!
As an economic assistance specialist you will provide client facing support to determine eligibility for a broad range of economic and social support programs. You will work collaboratively with clients, case management staff and other community partners to facilitate an individualized plan that best meets the client’s economic needs. This work requires a strong ability to communicate, a high degree of organization and a commitment to working with other community stakeholders. Interested parties should contact the Kit Carson County Department of Human Services to receive application material and a full job description.
Salary: $13.50-$15.50/hour DPQ
Benefit Information:
- Family Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Retirement
- Vacation and Sick leave
https://kitcarsoncounty.colorado.gov/employment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma is required
- Associates degree in a human services or business management field and/or 2 year of relevant work experience will be considered
- Bi-lingual skills will be considered
- Must have and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license with acceptable driving history
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Economic Assistance Specialist II must have at least one year of experience as a specialist I at the county level and demonstrated proficiency of eligibility determination and adult financial programs.
KCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment with Kit Carson County is subject to drug and alcohol testing.
KIT CARSON COUNTY AMBULANCE SERVICE ON CALL EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS AND SUPPORT STAFF:
Kit Carson County Ambulance Service provides services as needed to eastern Kit Carson County and transports to the Denver Metro area. These positions are on call positions and considered part time. Call hours are flexible and paid per event plus paid on-call time and annual bonus available. Other compensation includes uniforms, continuing education training, and opportunity to provide an essential and valuable service to the local community. Applications may be printed at link above or picked up at the Kit Carson County Ambulance Shed at 1576 Lowell, Burlington, CO 80807 or at the Board of County Commissioners Office in the Kit Carson County Courthouse in Burlington, CO.
Please direct questions to Korena Laue at (719) 346-7878. KCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment with Kit Carson County is subject to drug and alcohol testing.