173 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
RETIRED NURSE SEEKS EMPLOYMENT as COMPANION CAREGIVER. Cooking, shopping, meds, transport, light housekeeping. Catherine Alelyunas, 719-588-9816. Caring with heart. Reasonable rates, references. (4/23/25)
LICENSED PLUMBER does all types of plumbing & plumbing repairs. Quick Service! CALL ANYTIME; WEEKENDS & EVENINGS. 719-580-0033 or 719-376-2593. (5/3/25)
221 HELP WANTED
The LAW OFFICE of MARK LOY, LLC–MONTE VISTA, CO - HELP WANTED!
Busy law office in the San Luis Valley is hiring! LEGAL ASSISTANT/PARALEGAL/OFFICE MANAGER. Applicants must have excellent computer skills, attention to detail, and multi-task effectively. Prior legal office preferred. Will train the right candidate. Competitive salary. E-mail resume/CV and cover letter in Times New Roman (PDF) to: lawyermarkloy@outlook.com. (5/17/25)
Come Join our team at MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Current Employment Opportunities: THIRD GRADE TEACHER; PE TEACHER; ART TEACHER; KINDERGARTEN TEACHER. Mountain Valley School District is located in beautiful SAGUACHE, COLORADO, known as the "Gateway to the San Luis Valley." Saguache sits at almost 8,000 feet in the foothills where the San Juan Mountains meet the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. If you like rural living, outdoor adventure, and an innovative educational environment, Mountain Valley School District might be a great fit! Along with our beautiful location, another great bonus is our new school, a state-of-the-art PreK-12 learning facility that opened in October 2019. Applications and salary schedules are available for download on our Website www.mountainvalleyschool.org Please include a resume, cover letter, and 3 current letters of recommendation. Completed applications can be submitted to Mr. Stagner at stagnerb@valley.k12.co.us Mountain Valley School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (5/17/25)
DEL NORTE BANK is seeking a candidate to fill a SEASONAL POSITION for a TELLER at our CREEDE BRANCH. Duties will be to accept deposits, loan payments and process withdrawals while maintaining a balanced cash drawer. Must be personable and pleasant answering the phone and greeting customers. Many other duties will be assigned as needed. The position is full time in the summer and part time in the winter, with an hourly rate range of $14.81 to $17.00. Bonus available at the end of summer. Please send your resume or application to postmaster@truelocalbank.com by May 9, 2025. Application is available at TrueLocalBank.com/careers or call 719-657-3376 and ask for Dawn. EOE. (5/7/25)
TOWN OF CENTER – CODE ENFORCER / ANIMAL CONTROL / BUILDING INSPECTOR. The Town of Center is seeking a qualified individual for a MULTI-ROLE POSITION: Code Enforcer / Animal Control / Building Inspector. Responsibilities include enforcing local codes, handling animal control issues, and conducting building inspections. Strong communication skills and a valid driver’s license are required. Experience in any of the listed areas is preferred. Apply by May 5th, 2025 – Submit resume and application to the Public Works Department at Center Town Hall or email it to jhurtado@centerco.gov. Join us in keeping the Town of Center safe and thriving! (5/3/25)
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT PREFERRED. Yard/landscape work. Spring/summer. Alamosa. Paid training. All equipment is supplied, 2 to 4 hours per week. Cash paid weekly. Call for details. Leo 720-436-5550.(5/10/25)
Help Wanted: On-Site WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM INSPECTOR. This position is responsible for maintaining and enforcing public health regulations relating to the community’s environmental health. Through investigation, inspection, education and enforcement, the On-Site Wastewater Treatment System Inspector takes action to mitigate or eliminate public health hazards. Inspections and investigations occur indoors and outdoors facilities such as residential homes, restaurants, swimming pools, public schools, penal institutions, childcare facilities, nursing homes, body art facilities, cannabis/hemp facilities, campgrounds, mobile home parks, public accommodations, bars/lounges, etc. On-Site Wastewater Treatment System Inspectors are assigned primary responsibilities in specific environmental programs but are required to possess knowledge of all programs in order to respond to public health emergencies. Salary to be determined on experience starting at $37,000/year. Applicants must have a valid Colorado Driver’s License, must pass a criminal background check as well as a pre-employment drug test. The County Employee benefit package includes vision, dental and health insurance coverage, paid time off, 12 holidays per year, and a generous 401k retirement plan. The employment application and job description can be found on www.saguachecounty.colorado.gov, picked up at the Saguache County Administration Office, 505 3rd Street, Saguache, CO or can be emailed to you, please contact April Quintana at 719-655-2231. Completed applications can be hand delivered to the Saguache County Public Health, Attention Mona Lovato, 505 3rd Street, mailed to PO Box 68, Saguache, CO 81149 or emailed to mlovato@saguachecounty-co.gov. Applications will be accepted until filled. SAGUACHE COUNTY is an Equal Opportunity Employer.(4/30/25)
Hiring JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN and 2 year Apprentice. Call Mike, 719-588-4142. (5/10/25)
SAVVY MANAGEMENT is Now Hiring! POTATO WAREHOUSE: Looking for reliable, hard working LABORERS starting at $17 an hour, Monday-Saturday located in CENTER CO. For more information, please contact 719-588-7445. Accepting applications for FLOOR SUPERVISOR starting rate dependent on experience level, located in CENTER CO. Bilingual preferred, team player, reliable, available to work Monday-Saturday. You can send your resume over to office@savvymgt.net (4/30/25)
Job Title - RIO GRANDE FARM PARK DIRECTOR. Job Overview - The RGFP Director is responsible for the day-to-day management of programs, staff, and infrastructure at the Rio Grande Farm Park. This role ensures smooth operations, oversees community engagement efforts, and maintains the park’s farming, education, and volunteer initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a passion for land stewardship, community organizing, and program management. Start Date - Mid-May 2025, Hours - Full-Time, 32-40 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends. Interested Applicants - Please send letter of interest and resume to opportunity.slvlocalfoods@gmail.com by April 25th. Find more information at slvlocalfoods.org and at riograndefarmpark.org. Workplace Locations - Rio Grande Farm Park - 6935 State Hwy 17; ALAMOSA, CO 81101. SAN LUIS VALLEY LOCAL FOODS COALITION Office - 412 State Ave; Alamosa, CO 81101. (4/30/25)
CENTER CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT. For the 2025-2026 school year- now accepting applications for the position: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR to SUPERINTENDENT. Qualifications: Advanced degree in District Administration or related field with @ least 3 years administrative experience. For applications and salary schedule please visit our webpage at www.center.k12.co.us/page/employment-opportunities (4/30/25)
The Board of Education of the CENTER CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL JOINT DISTRICT Number 26 is now accepting applications for the Positions of: MS SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER, ELEMENTARY TEACHER PRIMARY GRADES & PARAPROFESSIONALS, HS SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER, HS SCIENCE/MATH, and H.S. FOOTBALL HEAD COACH for 2025-2026 School Year. Qualifications: Must hold a valid State of Colorado Teacher’s License or such alternative to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable. For applications and salary schedule, please visit our webpage at www.center.k12.co.us/page/employment-opportunities (4/30/25)
SAN LUIS VALLEY IRRIGATION DISTRICT is looking for TEMPORARY HELP during the spring/ summer months. The job will pay $18-19.00/ hour and is eligible for overtime pay. Call 719-754-2254 to apply or send a resume to robert@slvid.org. (4/23/25)
SAN LUIS VALLEY HEALTH is looking for a full-time PAYROLL SPECIALIST to join our Human Resources department. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for all payroll aspects for the organization as well as assist employees with payroll and tax related issues. To learn more about this opportunity, check out our careers page at www.slvh.org or call 719-587-1200. (4/23/25)
LOG TRUCK DRIVERS! JT TIMBER FALLING is hiring CLASS A CDL DRIVERS. Based out of BLANCA, CO and hauling M-F locally. Home every night. Starting at $25-$30/hr depending on experience. Full benefits package is also available. Call 719-379-4066 or visit jttimber.com for more information. (5/24/25)
The VALLEY COURIER is looking to add to its sports coverage by partnering with FREELANCE WRITERS who have a general understanding of HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS and the ability to write a story that is between 300 and 500 words and take a photo or two. The rate would be $50 per story with a photo. If this sounds like something you would be interested in doing, reach out to Managing Editor Brian Williams at bwilliams@valleypublishinginc.com. (TFN)
304 LAWN & GARDEN
SPRINKLER REPAIR & INSTALLATION. Quick Service! Call anytime; evenings & weekends. 719-580-0033 or 719-376-2593. (5/3/25)
324 FEED & SEED
HAY for Sale: Goat, sheep & cow. $3.75 bale. 719-274-0380. (4/23/25)
Common TRITICALE FEED, $25 per 100 lbs. Please call 719-588-0908. (9/24/25)
353 FARM & LIVESTOCK SERVICES
ALFALFA or POTATO FARMERS Wanted. We have up to 60 acre-ft of water available for ag use. Please call Ed Innerarity at 432-687-2456. (4/30/25)
360 MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
Two full-body BURIAL PLOTS are for sale at the NEW LOS CERRITOS CEMETERY, near Manassa, for $200 each. Located on the north side of the cemetery in row #12 where Felix and Ella Cordova are buried. A 5% discount will be given if paid in cash. Contact: Judy Veatch at 303-438-0339. (4/23/25)
368 PETS & SUPPLIES
AKC registered RED FAWN FRENCH BUllDOG. Female, 11/25/21, $500 without papers, $600 with papers. Will consider good offer. Likes to run. Call 719-588-0963. (4/30/25)
387 WANTED TO BUY
120 VOLT KILN for FIRING PORCELAIN. Interior size 11”x13”. 719-852-3051. (4/23/25)
524 FISHING & HUNTING
ZACH'S EUROPEAN MOUNTS. Professional work, low prices. 719-580-0398. (TFN)
601 APARTMENTS/DUPLEX/FOUR-PLEX FOR RENT
QUAINT OFFICE SPACE or HOME: REMODELED ONE BEDROOM, one full bath, one-person unit in a four-plex in DEL NORTE near hiking and biking trails. $750/month, inclusive of water, sewer, and storage shed. Pets and smokers are not permitted. Call 719-850-0750. (5/10/25)
614 MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT
2 BEDROOM trailer for rent. NO children, pets. Utilities included. 719-580-6488 or 719-580-2266. (4/23/25)
717 WATER SHARES
WATER AVAILABLE for AG USE. I have up to 60 acre-ft of water decreed for ag use. Will lease or trade to Valley farmer for the 2025 season. Please call Ed Innerarity at 432-687-2456. (4/30/25)
