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Employment

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 Sheriffs 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:
 

ADULT THERAPIST DPHE

The Kit Carson County Department of Public Health and Environment is seeking an independent contractor licensed in Colorado to provide Behavioral health therapy services for flexible hours each week in Kit Carson County. Clients will be referred to the independent contractor through the Community-Based Mental Health Program operated by the Kit Carson County Department of Public Health and Environment. 
The independent contractor must hold a valid license in Colorado and have at least five years of experience working with adults.  Hourly rates for therapeutic services will range from $125 to $150 an hour.  Responsibilities include providing adult behavioral health therapy, preparing monthly summary reports, and working with collaterals.  There is no set number of hours per week, and it will be based upon the need for the services and grant-funded dollars to cover the program.   Kit Carson County is an EOC. Submit your resume to Valerie.boyd@kitcarsoncounty.org. 
Kit Carson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FAMILY THERAPIST DPHE

The Kit Carson County Department of Public Health and Environment is seeking an independent contractor licensed in Colorado to provide family therapy services for flexible hours each week in Kit Carson County. Families will be referred to the independent contractor through the Community-Based Mental Health Program operated by the Kit Carson County Department of Public Health and Environment. 
The independent contractor must hold a valid license in Colorado and have at least three years of experience working with families.  Hourly rates for therapeutic services will range from $125 to $150 an hour.  Responsibilities include providing family therapy, preparing monthly summary reports, and working with collaterals.  There is no set number of hours per week, and it will be based upon the need for the services and grant-funded dollars to cover the program.  Submit your resume to Valerie.boyd@kitcarsoncounty.org. 
Kit Carson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HEALTH LIFESTYLE COACH
Kit Carson County Department of Public Health and Environment is seeking to hire a bilingual person to become trained as a Healthy Lifestyle Coach. After training, this person is responsible for facilitating the National Diabetes Prevention Program classes within the program’s identified geographical target areas in Spanish. This position is part-time or contract base. The salary range is $17.00 to $19.00 an hour for an estimated 20 hours a week.  For more information about this position or to submit your application, contact Valerie Boyd @ 719.346.7158 or Valerie.boyd@kitcarsoncounty.org.  The application can be found above.  KCC is EOE.
Qualifications:

  • Requires graduation from high school or equivalent.
  • Bilingual
  • Possession of a valid Colorado Driver’s License
  • Must pass pre-employment testing, including a background check and drug screen.
  • Communicate effectively to provide instruction and educational information to individuals and groups.
  • Provide professional and sensitive customer service to clients and the public of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate routine records, reports, and charts promptly.
  • Maintains sensitive and confidential client information.

 

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 out of the Burlington and Stratton Stations. This will be based on a rotating schedule. Individual will also be required to take patient transfers as needed with other members of the team. 40 hour work week plus on-call shifts required, which will include some nights, weekends, and holidays.  Includes insurance, vacation/sick leave, uniforms, & continued education.
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.
Applications may be printed at link above or picked up at the Board of County Commissioners Office in the Kit Carson County Courthouse in Burlington, CO.

  • No remote working at this time. 
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Salary: $14.43 - $21.64 per hour
  • Benefits:
  • 401(k), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Retirement plan, Vision insurance
  • Schedule:
  • Day shift, Holidays, Monday to Friday, Night shift, On call, Weekend availability
  • Education:
  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)
  • License/Certification:
  • Driver's License (Required), Paramedic License (Preferred), EMT Certification (Required)
  • Shift availability:
  • Day Shift (Preferred), Night Shift (Preferred), Overnight Shift (Preferred)
  • Work Location: Multiple Locations

KIT CARSON COUNTY DISPATCH 

KIT CARSON COUNTY DISPATCH Kit Carson County Dispatch currently has full time Dispatch Deputy openings. 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 $16.11 - $19.24 per hour. With a 2,500.00$ signing bonus!  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.

Please use this application.


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 www.kccsheriff.com  and down load 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.