Program Specialist-Useful Public Service

Larimer-County-1; Colorado; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer 1

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Larimer County is seeking a Program Specialist to coordinate the Useful Public Service (UPS) program within the Alternative Sentencing Department and support restorative justice initiatives. You will handle client interviews, placement assignments, data entry, and progress reporting while ensuring accurate records and timely reminders.

This full-time role runs Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, reliable transportation,

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a directly related field or similar duties.
• Reliable transportation to work at county facilities as needed.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and answer questions about County and department policies.
• Interview clients for Court-Ordered Useful Public Service (UPS) and assign placements.
• Process UPS documentation and share progress with supervising agencies.
• Send reminders for upcoming deadlines.
• Maintain program files and records.
• Enter and update data accurately in department systems.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication

Data entry

Education

Associate degree or relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We’re looking for a Program Specialist to join Community Justice Alternatives (CJA) and coordinate the Useful Public Service (UPS) program within the Alternative Sentencing Department. This program gives individuals the opportunity to complete court-ordered service hours in ways that benefit our community.

In this role, you’ll help create positive change through restorative justice initiatives—supporting accountability, growth, and community connection. It’s meaningful work where you can see the direct impact of your efforts every day.

If you’re organized, compassionate, and passionate about helping people contribute to something bigger than themselves, we’d love to have you on our team. Apply today and help make a difference in Larimer County.

This position's schedule is Monday-Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm.

What you'll be doing:

• Providing customer service and answering questions about County and department policies.
• Interviewing clients for Court-Ordered Useful Public Service (UPS) and assigning placements.
• Processing UPS documentation and sharing progress with supervising agencies.
• Sending reminders for upcoming deadlines.
• Maintaining program files and records.
• Entering and updating data accurately in department systems.

To view the full job description, visit - https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Program_Specialist

What we're looking for:

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Solid computer skills and comfort learning new systems.

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• Two (2) years in a directly related field or performance of similar duties.
• Possess reliable transportation to be able to work in any County facility as needed and required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.org/hr/benefits

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.