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San Juan County is an equal opportunity employer and political affiliation, age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Current Opportunities:
- Request for Qualifiations (RFQ): BPMD Communications Liaison Services
- Request for Letters of Interest: Appointment to Position of San Juan County Sheriff
REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST
APPOINTMENT TO POSITION OF
SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFF
San Juan County Colorado is currently accepting Letters of Interest for the appointment of San Juan County Sheriff. The appointment will be effective April 1, 2026 and shall continue to the date the prevailing candidate in the November 2026 election takes office.
The minimum qualifications required for the appointment of San Juan County Sheriff are established by statute and include citizenship of the United States and the State of Colorado, and a resident of San Juan County. They must also have a high school diploma or its equivalent or a college degree. The candidate must submit to fingerprinting and pass a statutory background check. They must further satisfy statutory training and certification requirements. Compensation for the appointment shall be $6,172.67 per month, together with benefits provided to elected officials.
Persons submitting a Letter of Interest shall provide to the San Juan County Administrator their Letter of Interest along with their resume of qualifications and experience. The Letters of Interest with resumes must be received no later than 4:00 pm on Friday February 6, 2026. Submittals may be hand delivered to the County Administrator’s Office at 1557 Greene St., mailed to San Juan County Administrator, PO Box 466, Silverton CO 81433 or delivered by email to admin@sanjuancolorado.us
All qualified persons will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or national origin. EOE
SAN JUAN COUNTY, COLORADO
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
BPMD COMMUNICATIONS LIAISON SERVICES
I. INTRODUCTION
San Juan County (“County”) is issuing this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to identify qualified individuals or entities interested in providing communications, coordination, and liaison services related to matters involving the Bonita Peak Mining District (BPMD), a federal Superfund site, and associated governmental, regulatory, and community stakeholders.
This RFQ is issued for qualification and evaluation purposes only. It is not a job posting and does not constitute an offer of employment or a commitment to enter into a contract.
II. NOTICE REGARDING CLASSIFICATION
San Juan County has not determined whether the services described in this RFQ will be obtained through an employment relationship or an independent contractor agreement. The County expressly reserves the right to determine the appropriate classification following review of qualifications, interviews, and evaluation of operational needs and applicable law.
If the County elects to pursue an employment relationship, applicable County hiring and personnel policies will be followed.
III. GENERAL SCOPE OF SERVICES
- Serve as a communications and coordination liaison on behalf of San Juan County regarding Superfund-related matters associated with the BPMD,
- Coordinate communications among local, state, tribal, and federal agencies involved in Superfund remediation, oversight, and long-term management,
- Prepare written materials, summaries, updates, and federal reports related to BPMD activities, remedial actions, technical findings, or regulatory milestones,
- Assist with public communication obligations specific to site activities, including community engagement and stakeholder updates; and
- Participate in meetings, briefings, and interagency discussions related to site activities,
- Travel within the Four Corners region and Denver as needed
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with Superfund (CERCLA) policy, process, or implementation
- Experience in communications, public affairs, environmental coordination, or intergovernmental work
- Experience working with federal or state agencies involved in local or state activities.
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Experience preparing reports, state and/or federal grant and/or contracting compliance, summaries, or technical communications
- Stakeholder engagement or community outreach experience
V. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
Respondents shall submit a Statement of Qualifications including:
1. Cover Letter – Statement of interest and summary of relevant experience, including any environmental-related work
2. Relevant Experience – Description of prior roles, projects, or engagements involving Superfund sites or multi-agency coordination
3. Approach and Capacity – General approach to performing the services and availability
4. References – Three professional references familiar with the respondent’s relevant work
5. Resume or Qualifications Summary
VI. INTERVIEWS
The County may invite selected respondents to participate in interviews or discussions as part of the evaluation process. Interviews may be conducted in person or remotely and may include discussion of Superfund processes and communications challenges.
VII. EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Demonstrated familiarity with the BPMD Superfund Site and related policies and process
- Relevance and depth of experience
- Communication skills
- Experience with governmental or interagency coordination
- Understanding of County needs
- References
VIII. RESERVATION OF RIGHTS
This RFQ does not obligate San Juan County to employ any respondent or enter into a contract. The County reserves the right to modify or cancel this RFQ at any time.
IX. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
Statements of Qualifications shall be submitted as follows:
Format: PDF preferred
Submission Method: Can be emailed to admin@sanjuancolorado.us, mailed to County Administrator, PO Box 466, Silverton, CO 81433 or hand delivered to the County Administrator at 1557 Greene St. Silverton, CO.
Deadline: 4:00 PM on Friday 20, 2026
Questions may be directed to: County Administrator - admin@sanjuancolorado.us
X. NON-DISCRIMINATION
San Juan County does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected by law.