The City of Cortez employs full and part-time as well as seasonal workers in all of it's departments. Employees are offered an extensive benefit program and competitive salaries. Applications are accepted only when there is a job opening. All applicants must register with the Colorado Workforce. All applications must be submitted to the Southwest Colorado Workforce Center at 2208 East Main Street. Applications can also be faxed to the Southwest Colorado Workforce Center at 970.565.0916 or sent via e-mail to cortez@cwfc.net.
Kennel Technician Aide. The City of Cortez Police Department is accepting applications for a Part-Time Kennel Technician Aide, for 20 hours per week. Responsibilities of the position are: Care of stray, abandoned or impounded animals on a daily basis, cleans kennels and cat cages; vaccinates animals, assists with answering phones, takes lost and found reports, takes in animals, adopts out animals and fills out proper paper work. Qualifications are: ability to learn animal control regulations, laws and ordinances; must have a genuine liking for animals and concern for their welfare; must be able to communicate effectively with the public and co-workers; must be able to perform strenuous physical activities and be able to lift at least 50 pounds; must be punctual and dependable; must be able to work weekends and flexible hours; and must be able to analyze and act responsibly in any situation, make independent decisions, and complete all necessary daily tasks. Must be 18 years of age or older and a high school graduate or equivalent. Must possess a valid Colorado drivers license. Beginning salary for the position is $8.75/hour. Applications may be picked up at and submitted to the Southwest Colorado Workforce Center (Job Service), 2208 East Main, Cortez, CO, phone 565-3759, until 5:00 p.m., Friday, March 12, 2010. All applicants must attach a current driving record with application.
Lifeguards. The City of Cortez is accepting applications for (4) Four Lifeguards at the Recreation Center in the Parks and Recreation Department. Some of the responsibilities of the position are: enforce all aquatic facility policies, rules and regulations; recognize and respond to emergencies; and inspect facility on a daily schedule and report unsafe conditions to supervisor. Applicants must be a certified lifeguard or be able to obtain certification. Beginning salary is $7.28 per hour. Applications may be picked up and submitted to the Southwest Colorado Workforce Center (Job Service), 2208 East Main Street, Cortez, Colorado, Telephone No. 565-3759. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applicants must attach a current driving record with application.
