SLASH Supervisor

Job Description:

SLASH Supervisor

Description

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
11/16/25
Division:
Land Stewardship Resources
Management Level:
Supervisor - 1st Line
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

The SLASH Crew Supervisor leads and directs daily operations of Jefferson County’s SLASH Program, supervising a team performing semi-skilled and skilled labor to remove woody materials and support wildfire mitigation efforts. This is a hands-on leadership role-participating in fieldwork and operating equipment on an as-needed basis-while providing clear direction, training, and oversight to ensure efficient, high-quality work. Success in this role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to manage crews, coordinate tasks, and maintain a safe and productive work environment.

SCHEDULE:

This standard, full-time position can expect to work Monday-Thursday (10-hour days) in-office.

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range: $35.00 - $41.80 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate the removal and mitigation of wood and other organic materials to support wildfire mitigation. Address routine and non-routine situations and determine solutions. Ensure adherence to establish standards, procedures, and OSHA safety guidelines. Oversee seasonal staffing.

• Manage logistics and resource needs, including scheduling equipment, coordinating purchases or rentals, and creating and submitting purchase orders.

• Ensure safety protocols are followed. Document and report all incidents, accidents, and damage to equipment and property in accordance with county protocols.

• Coordinate and negotiate with external partners and vendors to establish agreements for SLASH site dates, times, and locations. Ensure partners and vendors meet the terms of the agreements and site use permit.

• Work with County Attorney to develop and review contracts. Ensure vendors and contractors are in compliance with contract requirements.

• Manage data collection, analysis, and develop reports for SLASH program planning. Evaluate program performance and recommend improvements to increase efficiency, safety, and community impact. Review program staffing needs and identify opportunities for growth and efficiency.

• Prepare and submit budget requests, grant proposals, financial documentation, and related materials to support program growth and funding sustainability. Communicate with internal divisions and other departments on needs including the purchase of new equipment, borrowing equipment, and the exchange of equipment.

• Support grant development through the identification of funding opportunities, writing grant proposals, creating detailed budgets, and ensuring timely submission. Oversees post-award responsibilities, including expenditure tracking, reporting, and compliance.

• Plan and manage public events, educational sessions, and outreach activities to promote fire mitigation and community participation in the SLASH program. Participate in regional state and county wildfire mitigation and awareness working groups.

• Conduct community surveys to assess program relevance and responsiveness to community needs to inform program growth and development. Utilizes data to make recommendations for improvements.

• Supports planning and site selection for new SLASH locations in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

• Supervises staff in area of responsibility. Administers and makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning, scheduling, granting leave, appraisals, and taking corrective action. Conducts performance evaluations and communicates short- and long-term goals and objectives. Submits personnel records and reports as required by the county. Assists and advises subordinates as necessary, resolves problems as non-routine situations arise, and ensures adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards. Communicates changes in policy and procedures to direct reports and implements them as directed.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years of work-related experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Forestry or a related field.
• Note an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Current Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification.
• Class A CDL with Tanker and manual endorsement and Air Brake restriction removed as well as a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card.
• Current Flagger certification.
• Current Traffic Control Supervisor certification.
• Current International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist.
• Experience in the operation of heavy equipment and/or vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact careertalent@jeffco.us . This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

• Criminal History and MVR Background Checks are required for every position.
• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history background check, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
• Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.
• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities

A resume and cover letter submitted with your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal .

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us

Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum five years

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Category:
Maintenance & Trades