Economic Security Services Supervisor

About Us

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three-member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts, and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns.

Benefits

• Housing held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for rent
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month
• Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service
• 16 hours of personal leave
• Dependent Care FSA
• FSA and HSA options
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance (1x Annual Salary)
• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement
• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match
• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement with up to a 3% Employer Contribution match
• Discounted Pet Insurance and Gym Memberships

About the Role

Supervise all Economic Security Services program areas for the provision of public assistance and community-based supportive services for adults and families, including:

• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• All Medicaid and Medicare Savings Programs
• Long-term Care
• Adult Financial and Colorado Works/Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)

This position promotes a broad spectrum of services to adults, linkage with community resources, referrals, and service coordination, as well as eligibility for public assistance programs. Responsibilities include leading ES team problem-solving, technical solutions, procedure development, job aides, training, and orientation for all new team members. Manage and oversee referrals, assessments, development of Individual Responsibility Contracts, employment and work participation activities, and case management functions that promote self-sufficiency. Some functions may include application initiation, interactive interviews, and ongoing case management and program eligibility re-determinations on an “as-needed” basis.

Pay

The hourly pay range is $33.66 to $39.85 depending on experience, plus full benefits. The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license
• Must complete ICS 100, 700, and ICS 800 within the first year of employment
• Must complete ICS 200 and 300 within the second year of employment
• Special certifications as appropriate

Qualifications

Three years of full-time professional work experience acquired after the degree, with a minimum of one year in a public or private healthcare or social services agency, or a Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, nursing, administration, management, or human behavioral science fields, or any combination.