Employment

Kit Carson County is An Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Drug testing is required for all employees.

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 may be contacted for an interview.

You can pick up applications at the Kit Carson County Sheriff's Office in the Kit Carson County Courthouse at 251 Donelan Ave, Suite 103, Burlington, CO 80807. For additional information call (719) 346-8934.

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, 1650 Donelan Ave Suite 103, Burlington, CO 80807 or fax it to us at 719-346-7282. If you are applying for a specific opening, please indicate at the top of the form before returning it.

Benefits:

After a 90 day waiting period, Kit Carson County pays 100% of the Medical Insurance cost for the employee and their family

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:

The Kit Carson County Sheriff's Office currently has a full time opening for Detentions Deputy, Patrol Deputy, and Civil Clerk.

Detentions Deputy:

Applicants must be 18 years of age and a U.S. citizen or possess appropriate work visa. High School diploma or equivalent. Must possess a valid Colorado drivers license or the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days. Must live within Kit Carson County or surrounding counties. Must be able to work all shifts, which includes days, nights, weekends. For full Job description click here

Patrol Deputy:

Applicants must be 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen or possess appropriate work visa. High School diploma or equivalent; college degree in criminal justice or related field is desirable. Must possess a valid Colorado drivers license or the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days. Must live within Kit Carson County. Must be able to work all shifts, which includes days, nights, weekends.

Required to currently hold Colorado P.O.S.T. certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date. For full job description click here

Civil Clerk:

Applicants must be 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen or possess appropriate work visa. High School diploma or equivalent.

The Kit Carson County Sheriff’s Office does NOT have any other current openings, however we are always accepting applications. All applications will be kept for 6 months and if an opening becomes available those applications will be considered first. For Full job description click here

Employment