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. 1.
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)
* For Positions with the KCC Sheriff's office this application must be used KCC SHERIFF APP. This is for all, Deputy, Administration, and Detention positions within the Kit Carson Sheriff's Department
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:
Summer Job Opportunity At KCC Landfill.
The Landfill is looking to hire seasonal help for this upcoming summer. If you are 16 years or older (with a valid driver’s license) and are looking for a different type of job this summer contact Brandon at 719-346-8198 for details. KCC is an equal opportunity employer. $15.00-$15.50 per hour.
KIT CARSON COUNTY DISPATCH
KIT CARSON COUNTY DISPATCH Kit Carson County Dispatch currently has full time Dispatcher opening. Applicants must be 18 years of age and a U.S. citizen or possess appropriate work visa. High School diploma or equivalent. Must have a valid driver license. Must be able to work all shifts, which includes days, nights and weekends.
Salary $15.87 - $24.04 per hour. Benefits include Health, Vision, Dental, Life insurance, and a 3% match for retirement. KCC requires passing a background check and drug/alcohol testing. Applications must be returned with a cover letter and resume. Applications may be printed online or picked up & returned to the Administration Office in the courthouse, 1650 Donelan St., Suite 101. A complete job description is available upon request. Job open until the position is filled. KCC is an EOE.
ROAD AND BRIDGE DIST 2&3
Hourly rate of $15.87-$22.60.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the general supervision of the District Foreman, operates a variety of pieces of heavy and light equipment maintaining County roads and bridges for accessible safe public travel. Exercise independent judgment and initiative in the accomplishment of most tasks.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be able to read, understand, and follow employee policy manual. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of trucks and construction equipment. Knowledge of applicable traffic laws and ordinances. Skill in the safe and efficient operation of road construction and maintenance equipment. Must have phone and be on call 24 hours a day.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate a variety of automotive and construction equipment, such as motor graders, bulldozers, backhoe, front end loaders, large self-propelled and towed compaction units, welding and similar equipment and machinery in excavating, filling, compacting, moving earth and other materials, and removing snow. Operate screens and conveyers used in the processing of aggregate. Ability to learn to operate heavy equipment of various types in the accomplishment of tasks of varying complexity in all kinds of weather conditions. Truck drivers must perform pre-trip inspections on trucks and trailers before they go out on the road. Perform manual labor in performance of duties, using various tools and equipment. Ability to perform or learn required maintenance, service, and repair functions. Attend meeting and training programs as necessary. Clean up the Fairgrounds. Never leave a road unsafe for travel without proper signage and notification to district foreman. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public. Be able to perform as a team member. Be able to request annual leave in a timely manner. Time sheet must be detailed with daily task information.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
May be required to have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). It is your duty to keep your CDL driver’s license and medical card current. Submit Consent to FMCSA Clearinghouse. DOT Physical. A copy of your renewed medical card must be sent to the Payroll/HR office within one (1) month. Flagger Training, First Aid and CPR Training, MSHA Part 46, 47 and 48 Training Certificates. Must remain current.
Kit Carson County Sheriff's Office: DETENTION OFFICER
The Kit Carson County Sheriff’s Office currently has a full time Detentions Deputy opening. Applicants must be 18 years of age and a U.S. citizen or possess appropriate work visa. High School diploma or equivalent. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be able to work all shifts, which include days, nights, and weekends. We are always accepting applications for every department (Patrol Deputy, Dispatch, and Detention Deputy). All applications will be kept for 6 months and if an opening becomes available those applications will be considered first. Please go to Employment | Kit Carson County and download a job application or stop by 251 16th Street, Suite 103 Burlington Colorado 80807 and pick up a job application in person. The Hourly range is $18.27 - $22.59
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 Heather Morris at (719) 346-7878. KCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment with Kit Carson County is subject to drug and alcohol testing.