The Community Mitigation Program Coordinator (SO) supports the Jefferson County Wildland Fire Community Engagement incentive programs, which provides financial assistance for home hardening and creating defensible space for homeowners and communities throughout Jefferson County. The program aims to reduce the risk of structure loss during wildland fires and strengthen overall community wildfire resilience.

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:

07/26/26

Division:

Sheriff Support Services Division

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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:

Salary Ranges from $32.25 to $48.37 per hour

Please Apply By: July 27, 2026

100% DRUG FREE WORKPLACE:

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office may require sworn and non-sworn sheriff's office employees to submit to periodic, random, and unannounced drug testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons. The County affirms the rights of all employees and applicants for employment to be protected from discrimination, intimidation, physical harm, and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, hairstyle associated with racial identity, or any other status protected by Federal or State law.

Assists in the development and administration of the Jefferson County Wildland Fire Community Engagement incentive program establishing parameters, processes, and goals.
Educates homeowners on program opportunities, processes homeowner and community applications and provides homeowner support.
Prepares award notifications and corresponding agreements to successful applicants.
Works with procurement and finance staff to process financial awards.
Corresponds with program awardees, tracks project expenditures and timelines.
Reconciles program expenditures and revenues.
Utilizes complex software applications for program implementation, reporting and analysis.
Compiles and tracks project and program data.
Develops and maintains reports, memorandums, all related program documents and correspondence.
Serves as a liaison between the county and community organizations, including service providers, government agencies, and citizens regarding the program details.
Partners with Community Engagement Program staff on project status and to expand incentive program opportunities while adapting to changing conditions, and citizen needs.
Collaborates with the Grants Specialist on future funding opportunities to support and expand the fiscal capability of the program.
Other duties as assigned.

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business management, public administration, project management, or finance.
Experience in Project Management, Accounting, or Grant Management

Incumbent should demonstrate knowledge or experience with the following:

Basic accounting skills and ability to work with spreadsheets and learn software applications
Ability to work with diverse audience of homeowners and partners
Wildfire risk mitigation concepts including defensible space and home hardening practices
Demonstrated planning and prioritizing skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Experience:

Work Experience: Minimum two years

Certifications:

Languages:

Category:

Administrative, Business Programs and Services

Community Mitigation Program Coordinator (SO)

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