Teller County Human Resources

Employment Application Guidelines
Applicants Must Follow These Instructions

Teller County applications are available at the Teller County Human Resource Office, 112 North A Street, P.O. Box 959, Cripple Creek, 80813, or by clicking on the above link “Job Application Form”.  This form can be printed and submitted using the instructions below.

  • Applications that are not completed clearly and/or are not signed and dated may not receive consideration.
  • Applications will be kept for a period of one (1) year from the date application is received.
  • During that one year period an applicant can call Human Resources at (719) 689-2988, or email Human Resources at HR@co.teller.co.us and ask that their application be included for consideration for the desired open position.
  • The County will not be responsible for applications left in other County offices with the understanding that they will be forwarded to the HR office.

Applications completed for the open positions must be submitted by email to HR@co.teller.co.us, by fax to (719) 686-7900, by postal service to the above listed address or in person to the above listed address.

Applicants for Sheriff's Office positions (Deputy, Detention Officer/Deputy, Dispatcher) must use the Sheriff's Office Employment Application form.  Please click on the link below.  Applicant applying for Sheriff's Office positions that do not use the Sheriff's Office application will not be considered for these positions.

Sheriff's Office Employment Application Form

Teller County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Teller County Job Openings
5/22/2013 12:15:23 PM
JobTitle: Detention Officer/Deputy Download Full Job Description
Department: Jail
Compensation: Starting Salary $2,566 - $2,851/monthly plus a full benefit package (DOQ).
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Job Description: Teller County is accepting applications for a Detention Officer/Deputy. Responsible for performing duties related to enforce Federal, State and County laws and ordinances in conjunction with processing and care of prisoners; process inmates into and on release from the jail; monitor and respond to inmate and staff needs; work in control room and control alarms and access to and from the jail and inmates; and observe inmates in cells and wards and staff in jail. Applications for this Jail position (which requires a Sheriff’s Office Employment Application) are available on this webpage by clicking on the "Sheriff’s Office Application Form” above. The Teller County Sheriff’s Application forms are also available at the Sheriff’s Office: 11400 West Highway 24, Divide, Co or at the Teller County Human Resources Office: 112 North A Street, Cripple Creek, CO. Regular Teller County Applications cannot be accepted for this Jail position. All applications for this position must be turned into the Teller County Sheriff’s Office at the above address Attention Commander Les Lewis or call (719) 687-9652. EOE
Requirements: Applicant must be in excellent physical condition to lift and carry 100 pounds; move and/or restrain person(s). High School diploma or GED plus some experience involving public contact. CPR certified or the ability to become certified. Certification as a Police Officer by the state of Colorado is desirable, but not required.
Applications must be received no later than: 2/7/2014 12:00:00 PM
JobTitle: Dispatcher Download Full Job Description
Department: Sheriff's Office
Compensation: Starting salary: $2,305 - $2,561 per month plus a full benefit package (DOQ).
Job Type: Non-Exempt
Location: Divide
Job Description: Teller County seeks a Dispatcher for the Sheriff’s Office. Receives and responds to telephone and radio requests for officer assistance and information; receives and dispatches radio messages to all units (to include, but not limited to: Patrol, Code Enforcement, Division of Gaming, Division of Wildlife, U.S. Forest Service, Colorado State Parks, Animal Control, Fire Departments, Ambulances, Emergency Medical Services as well as other agencies) when on the County frequency. For the Teller County Sheriff’s Office Application form, click on the blue "Sheriff's Office Application Form" link on this webpage. Full job description available on this page - follow the link. Sheriff’s Office applications must be turned in to the Teller County Sheriff’s Office: 11400 West Highway 24, Divide, CO 80814 or call (719) 687-9652. Attention: Commander Les Lewis.
Requirements: High school diploma or GED required plus one year of office work involving public contact, or equivalent. Training in team leadership and law enforcement is desirable. Must clear criminal background check; Certified for, or ability to obtain the following Colorado Crime Information, NCIC, CPR and EMD Certificates.
Applications must be received no later than: 2/1/2014 12:00:00 AM
JobTitle: Administrative Assistant II Download Full Job Description
Department: Department of Social Services
Compensation: Starting Salary: $1,861 - $2,067 per month plus a complete benefit package (DOQ).
Job Type: Non-Exempt
Location: Woodland Park
Job Description: Teller County seeks an Administrative Assistant II for the Department of Social Services. Person must have working knowledge of office organization and bookkeeping procedures, knowledge of technical and clerical functions with speed and accuracy; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to operate a computer, multi line phone system and various office equipment; and ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public. Applications available at the Teller County Human Resource Office, 112 North A Street, Cripple Creek, CO or at www.co.teller.co.us. Completed application plus resume due by 12:00 noon, Monday, June 3rd, 2013 at the above address. EOE
Requirements: High school diploma or GED plus three years experience in an office setting. Familiarity with Social Services programs preferred. Requirements: Possession of a valid CO driver’s license.
Applications must be received no later than: 6/3/2013 12:00:00 PM
This list of job openings is kept current by the Teller County Human Resources Department.  Check Back for new listings.