Administrative Assistant- Finance Canon City Area Fire Protection District

Fremont Economic Development Corp.; Colorado; On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cañon City Area Fire Protection District is seeking an Administrative Assistant-Finance to handle day-to-day district operations under the Fire Chief and Executive Assistant. The role is at-will, non-exempt, and 40 hours per week, typically 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with some schedule flexibility and occasional evening board meetings.

Starting wage is $26.74 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package; there is a structured annual pay increase based on years of

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years old at start date.
• Valid driver's license with insurable driving record.
• Must obtain Notary Public certification within 12 months.
• Ability to pass credit and background checks.
• Strong reading/writing/speaking English.
• Basic accounting and math skills.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Knowledge of business office telephone systems and small computers.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day district operations and assist other staff.
• Attend Board meetings at least monthly, sometimes in the evening.
• Support administrative tasks and cross-train for continuity.

Skills

Driver's license

Basic accounting

MS Office

Google Workspace

English proficiency

Phone systems knowledge

Small business computers

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Notary Public certification within 12 months

Tools

QuickBooks

Paylocity

Job description

The Cañon City Area Fire Protection District is accepting applications for the position of ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT-FINANCE . The position is considered “at will” and is a non-exempt position working 40 hour work weeks during District office hours, typically 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Schedule flexibility may be considered. This position will be expected to attend District Board meetings at least once a month in the evening.

Under the supervision of the Fire Chief and Executive Assistant, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for the day-to-day business operation of the District. The Administrative Assistant assists the other office staff, and is cross-trained in other functions in order to provide continuity of administrative operations in their absence. The current starting wage is $26.74 per hour, and includes a comprehensive benefit package. The position has a structured annual pay increase schedule based on years of service and performance.

The selected candidates for the position will be required to complete a Panel Interview and Skills Assessment.

Qualifications and Certifications:

• Possess High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of 18 years of age on the anticipated start date.
• Possess a valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record, and be insurable by the District's insurance carrier.
• Possess, or obtain within twelve months of hire, and maintain a valid Notary Public certification. Cost of certification to be paid by the District.
• Successfully pass a credit and background investigation to the District's satisfaction.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language at a level adequate to perform the job.
• Possess basic accounting and mathematical skills.
• General understanding of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• General knowledge of business office telephone systems and small business computers

Additional PREFERRED Administration, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Two years of documented experience working in an office setting or a combination of education, experience, certifications, and training which clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
• General knowledge of statutes related to fire departments, fire code, public sector budgetary law, Special District operations, human resources, and personnel.
• General demographic and operational knowledge of the District.
• General understanding of Quickbooks and Paylocity software.

Your form must be submit ted and received no later Wednesday, November 4, 2026 by 5:00 PM. Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.