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APPLICATION FORMS
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Employment Application | This is an interactive PDF form. You may print the document and complete it in writing or you can complete the document on your computer and then print it out. |
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Department of Transportation Operators Additional Questions for Employment | If applying for an operator position at the Department of Transportation, please also complete these Additional Questions for Employment. |
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Sheriff's Office and Detention Center Additional Questions for Employment | If applying for a position at the Sheriff's Office, please also complete these Additional Questions for Employment. |
POSITION VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS
This position provides on-going services for families where child abuse or neglect is present in order to resolve these circumstances,
which may include performing child abuse investigations, removing the involved children until the dangerous conditions are
corrected, and arranging for long term or permanent placement when living in the home continues to be unsafe. Provides
individual or family counseling on an ongoing basis to elementary aged children and their parents who are experiencing severe
problems in the parent-child relationships. Conducts investigations on abuse or neglect complaints to assess the need for protection
of children. Monitors progress of clients and modifies case plan as needed. Provides immediate short-term counseling or crisis intervention to stabilize the critical situation and to delay or prevent the removal of a family member. Makes collateral contacts with such community resources as law enforcement and medical personnel to obtain additional information. Participates in staffing with school, mental health facilities, child protection review teams, and other professionals involved with the family members. Attends court hearings.
Level I- Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field. Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development. Level II – Minimum of one year of full-time professional caseworker experience acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency. Level III – Two years full time, professional, paid experience obtained after the degree in a public or private social services agency. A master’s degree in social work or human behavioral sciences field may substitute for one year of work experience.
A valid Colorado driver’s license, vehicle in safe operating condition, liability insurance. Must be physically present within the geographical boundaries of Fremont County when performing on-call duties. Must be able to pass a nationwide background check.
Complete County Application by the closing date and time.
Ensure you submit any additional information requested in this posting.
Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.
Applicants selected to participate in the interview process wil be the only candidates contacted.
Fremont County is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering an extensive benefits package of health, dental, and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 3% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.
This position provides on-going services for families where child abuse or neglect is present in order to resolve these circumstances, which may include performing child abuse investigations, removing the involved children until the dangerous conditions are corrected, and arranging for long term or permanent placement when living in the home continues to be unsafe. Provides individual or family counseling on an ongoing basis to children aged newborn to five years and their parents who are experiencing severe problems in the parent-child relationships. Conducts investigations on abuse or neglect complaints to assess the need for protection of children. Monitors progress of clients and modifies case plan as needed. Provides immediate short-term counseling or crisis intervention to stabilize the critical situation and to delay or prevent the removal of a family member. Makes collateral contacts with such community resources as law enforcement and medical personnel to obtain additional information. Participates in staffing with school, mental health facilities, child protection review teams, and other professionals involved with the family members. Attends court hearings.
Level I- Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field. Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development.
Level II – Minimum of one year of full-time professional caseworker experience acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency.
Level III – Two years full time, professional, paid experience obtained after the degree in a public or private social services agency. A master’s degree in social work or human behavioral sciences field may substitute for one year of work experience.
A valid Colorado driver’s license, vehicle in safe operating condition, liability insurance. Must be physically present within the geographical boundaries of Fremont County when performing on-call duties. Must be able to pass a nationwide background check.
Complete County Application by the closing date and time.
Ensure you submit any additional information requested in this posting.
Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.
Applicants selected to participate in the interview process wil be the only candidates contacted.
Fremont County is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering an extensive benefits package of health, dental, and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 3% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.
This position determines initial and ongoing eligibility for Medicaid cases and processes client changes within all established timeframes. Offers information and makes referrals relating to child support, child protection, foster care, group homes, and mental health. This position works closely with all eligibility units and associated program rules, regulations and procedures.
Reviews application and interviews applicants as necessary regarding income, financial resources, household composition and employment status to determine eligibility for Medicaid cases. Explains Medicaid programs, interpret regulations, and procedures; assists clients in completing forms; secures verification of eligibility factors, income, resources, identity, age, citizenship, residence, and social security number through collateral contacts; explains appeal rights and procedures. Ensures that each case is documented correctly and follows up and clears IEVS hits.
Graduation from high school or GED equivalency. Six (6) months full time, paid or unpaid, experience involving extensive public contact.
A valid Colorado driver’s license, vehicle in safe operating condition, liability insurance. Must be physically present within the geographical boundaries of Fremont County when performing on-call duties. Must be able to pass a nationwide background check.
Complete County Application by the closing date and time.
Ensure you submit any additional information requested in this posting.
Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.
Applicants selected to participate in the interview process wil be the only candidates contacted.
Fremont County is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering an extensive benefits package of health, dental, and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 3% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.
This position provides on-going services for families where child abuse or neglect is present in order to resolve these circumstances,
which may include performing child abuse investigations, removing the involved children until the dangerous conditions are
corrected, and arranging for long term or permanent placement when living in the home continues to be unsafe. Provides
individual or family counseling on an ongoing basis to adolescent aged children and their parents who are experiencing severe
problems in the parent-child relationships. Conducts investigations on abuse or neglect complaints to assess the need for protection
of children. Monitors progress of clients and modifies case plan as needed. Provides immediate short-term counseling or crisis
intervention to stabilize the critical situation and to delay or prevent the removal of a family member. Makes collateral contacts
with such community resources as law enforcement and medical personnel to obtain additional information. Participates in staffing
with school, mental health facilities, child protection review teams, and other professionals involved with the family members.
Attends court hearings.
Level I- Bachelor’s degree with a major in a human behavioral sciences field. Major course work is the equivalent of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in either development of human behavior, child development, family intervention techniques, diagnostic measures or therapeutic techniques. Examples of such major course work are social work, psychology, sociology, guidance and counseling, and child development. Level II – Minimum of one year of full-time professional caseworker experience acquired after the degree in a public or private social services agency. Level III – Two years full time, professional, paid experience obtained after the degree in a public or private social services agency. A master’s degree in social work or human behavioral sciences field may substitute for one year of work experience.
A valid Colorado driver’s license, vehicle in safe operating condition, liability insurance. Must be physically present within the geographical boundaries of Fremont County when performing on-call duties. Must be able to pass a nationwide background check.
Complete County Application by the closing date and time.
Ensure you submit any additional information requested in this posting.
Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.
Applicants selected to participate in the interview process wil be the only candidates contacted.
Fremont County is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering an extensive benefits package of health, dental, and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 3% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.
Responsible for providing security functions to the Department of Human Services Building and surrounding grounds. Provides direction to citizens visiting the building and ensures the orderly conduct of such. Performs duties necessary to ensure safety and welfare of citizens and staff. Resolves and controls incidents as they arise through prevention and intervention/observation. Protects against theft, vandalism and other illegal activity. Monitors and controls building access for employees and visitors. Conducts security and welfare checks of the building, individual office spaces and adjacent parking areas. Performs security checks of open spaces, such as hallways, stairwells, public restrooms, parking lots, etc. Responds to questions and provides information on topics concerning offices located within the Department of Human Services Building. Communicates with the citizens and employees of the building. Detain violators suspected of disorderly conduct or violations of law until additional law enforcement arrives. May assist with pursuing fleeing suspects on foot; climbs, crawls, jumps and runs to pursue suspects, protect life or property; pushes, pulls, lifts, or carries persons or suspects who may be incapacitated until law enforcement arrives. Enters data into computer systems or databases; looks up information in database; creates basic word processor documents and enters data into spreadsheets; uses email to communicate. Controls and observes citizen movement throughout the building. Prepares written reports on incidents occurring inside the building, which includes the actions taken to control the situation or incident. Reports may be utilized in criminal prosecutions, defense against lawsuits, disciplinary procedures and at times, for internal investigations.
Level I - High school diploma or general education degree; and one (1) to two (2) years of law enforcement experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Level II - High school diploma or general education degree; and two (2) to three (3) years of law enforcement experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Colorado POST Certification required.
Minimum age is twenty-one (21). Must pass post offer, pre-employment drug screen for illegal and prescription drugs including cannabis; pre-employment physical and medical clearance; a background investigation, including Child Welfare, Adult Protection, CBI & FBI. May be expected to pass a polygraph examination, psychological examination and integrity interview. Must successfully complete arrest control training, Taser and less lethal certifications through the Sheriff’s Office. May be expected to pass weapons training through the Sheriff’s Office.
Complete County Application by the closing date and time.
Ensure you submit any additional information requested in this posting.
Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.
Applicants selected to participate in the interview process wil be the only candidates contacted.
Fremont County is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering an extensive benefits package of health, dental, and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 3% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.
Actively supports and upholds the stated mission and values of Fremont County and the Sheriff’s Office. Protects the well-being of prisoners and ensures the protection of inmates' constitutional rights in the custody of the Sheriff at the Fremont County Detention Facility. Performs routine work in the safekeeping of prisoners and oversees them in their quarters and during transport. Serves as a representative of the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions through a display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees, inmates, and the public.
High school diploma or general education degree; or one (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Colorado driver’s license required. First Aid/CPR and Arrest Control certifications are taught by the FCSO and must be maintained throughout employment. Minimum age is twenty-one (21). Must pass post offer, pre-employment drug screen for illegal and prescription drugs including cannabis; pre-employment physical and medical clearance; a background investigation and integrity interview; and successfully complete the Pre-Service Training Program upon employment.
Applications will be processed as received until positions are filled.
Complete County Application by the closing date and time.
Ensure you submit any additional information requested in this posting.
Incomplete applications will not receive consideration.
Applicants selected to participate in the interview process wil be the only candidates contacted.
Fremont County is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering an extensive benefits package of health, dental, and life insurance to all employees working 30 or more hours per week. Additional optional benefits of accident and critical illness plans, voluntary term life insurance, whole life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, short/long term disability plan, an Employee Assistance Program and Legal Shield options. Vacation, Sick Leave and paid holidays earned based on type of appointment. Mandatory participation, after 12 months of employment, into the Colorado Retirement Association of 3% with equal match. Optional 457 plan.
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