Workforce Colorado Rural Alliance: Southwest

06/18/2026

All Rural Alliance Workforce Centers and mobile sites will be closed on Friday, June 19th, in honor of Juneteenth.

Please visit our website at wcra.colorado.gov for normal workforce locations, hours, and to schedule your appointment

We look forward to connecting with you after the holiday.

06/17/2026

REMINDER: Today's the day. Come on in and visit with the employer.

Build History: Join Centerre Construction at Mesa Verde National Park!
Centerre Construction is hosting an exclusive, one-day hiring event to staff a landmark historic rehabilitation project at Mesa Verde National Park. We are seeking skilled Carpenters and dependable Laborers to restore and upgrade the iconic Chapin Mesa Archaeological Museum and surrounding National Park Service residences.
If you want to bring your skills to a nationally recognized historic site, earn competitive pay, and work on a meaningful project that will last for generations, we want to meet you!
Hiring Event Details
• Date: Wednesday, June 17th, 2026
• Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Cortez Workforce Center (22 W. North St, Cortez, CO)
• What to Bring: Please bring an updated resume or application and be prepared to interview directly with the employer on-site!
Open Positions & Project Scope
This long-term project kicks off approximately July 1, 2026, with an estimated completion in early 2028. The schedule for both roles is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
Position Pay Rate Key Responsibilities & Qualifications
Experienced Carpenter: $30.00 – $45.00 / hr (DOE) Perform rough and finish carpentry, historic wood restoration, window/door upgrades, framing, and cabinetry. 5+ years of experience (historic restoration preferred), ability to read blueprints, and a strong eye for craftsmanship. OSHA 10 is a plus.
Construction Laborer:$21.00 / hr Support carpenters and trades with material handling, demolition, site cleanup, and outdoor prep work. Great entry-level opportunity! Construction experience is preferred but not required. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs and have a positive attitude.
General Requirements for All Roles: Reliable transportation, dependable attendance, ability to understand/communicate in English, and the ability to pass a background check and standard drug screen (Note: Pre-employment screening does NOT test for THC).
What Centerre Construction Offers
• Competitive Compensation: Top-tier hourly pay based on your experience.
• A Unique Work Setting: Spend your workday inside the beautiful, historic Mesa Verde National Park.
• Long-Term Stability: Secure full-time work on a high-profile project running through early 2028.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a professional team dedicated to quality preservation
One Day Only—Plan Your Interview!
Opportunities to work on a landmark national project like this don't come around often, and you only have one day to interview face-to-face with the hiring team. Mark your calendar, polish your resume, and come ready to impress. See less

06/10/2026

You can get the skills for an in-demand career without the crushing debt!

Apprenticeships help to cover training, uniforms, and even pay you to learn! It's not a loan; it's an investment in your debt-free future.

Contact your local workforce center to ask about apprenticeship opportunities in your area: https://wcra.colorado.gov/contact-us

06/08/2026

Build History: Join Centerre Construction at Mesa Verde National Park!
Centerre Construction is hosting an exclusive, one-day hiring event to staff a landmark historic rehabilitation project at Mesa Verde National Park. We are seeking skilled Carpenters and dependable Laborers to restore and upgrade the iconic Chapin Mesa Archaeological Museum and surrounding National Park Service residences.

If you want to bring your skills to a nationally recognized historic site, earn competitive pay, and work on a meaningful project that will last for generations, we want to meet you!

Hiring Event Details

• Date: Wednesday, June 17th, 2026

• Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Location: Cortez Workforce Center (22 W. North St, Cortez, CO)

• What to Bring: Please bring an updated resume or application and be prepared to interview directly with the employer on-site!


Open Positions & Project Scope

This long-term project kicks off approximately July 1, 2026, with an estimated completion in early 2028. The schedule for both roles is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

Position Pay Rate Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Experienced Carpenter: $30.00 – $45.00 / hr (DOE) Perform rough and finish carpentry, historic wood restoration, window/door upgrades, framing, and cabinetry. 5+ years of experience (historic restoration preferred), ability to read blueprints, and a strong eye for craftsmanship. OSHA 10 is a plus.

Construction Laborer:$21.00 / hr Support carpenters and trades with material handling, demolition, site cleanup, and outdoor prep work. Great entry-level opportunity! Construction experience is preferred but not required. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs and have a positive attitude.

General Requirements for All Roles: Reliable transportation, dependable attendance, ability to understand/communicate in English, and the ability to pass a background check and standard drug screen (Note: Pre-employment screening does NOT test for THC).

What Centerre Construction Offers

• Competitive Compensation: Top-tier hourly pay based on your experience.

• A Unique Work Setting: Spend your workday inside the beautiful, historic Mesa Verde National Park.

• Long-Term Stability: Secure full-time work on a high-profile project running through early 2028.

• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a professional team dedicated to quality preservation

One Day Only—Plan Your Interview!

Opportunities to work on a landmark national project like this don't come around often, and you only have one day to interview face-to-face with the hiring team. Mark your calendar, polish your resume, and come ready to impress.

06/04/2026

📣Attention Rural Colorado job seekers and professionals, age 50 or better‼️

Are you actively looking for work or transitioning careers in the Southwest corner of the state? Your voice matters!

Join your Rural Alliance neighbors on June 9 at 12:00 PM for a Rural Colorado 50+ Job Seeker & Worker Listening Session.

This is your chance to tell the state exactly what older job seekers in rural Colorado face every day, to help us bring better training and employment opportunities to our local communities.

⚠️ Capped at 40 participants.
👉 Reserve your spot today: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WRkoWh9kRTiXFIrjIwkfwg

05/28/2026

Summer is here — find a career!☀️

Summer cash, resumes that pop, and a career game plan—all in one place.💲

If you’re ready to level up your summer, the Youth Career Program is your golden ticket! We’re not just talking about finding a random job. We’re talking about getting paid, gaining real-world experience, and mapping out your future.💰

Here is how to get started:

Explore the options. Head over to ConnectingColorado.gov to check out available summer job opportunities near you.

Connect with a career coach. Get personalized, 1-on-1 support to help you prep for interviews, build your resume, and unlock exclusive training opportunities.

Don't let summer pass you by! Click the link in the comments to connect with us.

05/22/2026

Ages 16-24? Find your next summer job here! Get free local and remote connections for jobs near you. https://cdle.colorado.gov/jobs-training/youth/gsjh

Looking for a summer gig? ☀️ The Governor’s Summer Job Hunt (GSJH) is here to help! Our free referral service connects young adults (ages of 16 - 24) with employers across dozens of industries across Colorado. Find remote or local openings that fit your interests at: https://cdle.colorado.gov/jobs-training/youth/gsjh

05/14/2026

As a young adult, moving from needing help to thriving is a journey of small steps.

Our career services team can help you identify and clear the potholes—like lack of housing or transportation—so you can focus on training. Training at no cost to you.

Take that first step. Connect with a career coach by registering in Connecting Colorado, or by contacting your nearest workforce center.

Contact your nearest workforce center:
https://wcra.colorado.gov/contact-us

05/07/2026

You have the opportunity to help shape the future of Colorado’s workforce! 🏔️We want to hear from Coloradans aged 50 or better. 😉 Your experience is one of our state’s greatest assets!

Take our Older Adult Survey today to help design future workforce support programs and opportunities across the state. Whether you are currently working, looking for your next chapter, or planning for the future, your input ensures Colorado remains a great place to work at every age.

🎁 Bonus: As a thank you for your time, survey respondents will be entered into drawings to win gift cards!

👉 Take the survey here: survey.alchemer.com/s3/8699370/Older-Adult-Survey-Colorado-2

04/27/2026

Need a job in Montezuma County? Attend the Cortez Job Fair this Thursday!

Cortez Job Fair
Thursday, April 30
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
We are welcoming our Veterans and their spouses for early access 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Montezuma County Annex Building
107 N Chestnut St. Cortez, Colorado
• Meet with employers, colleges, and local agencies.
• Connect with multiple employers actively hiring.
• Explore local colleges and training programs.
• Engage with resource service providers.
• Enter for a chance to win door prizes!

Need assistance with your resume or interview practice before the event?

Contact the Cortez Workforce Center:
https://cortez-workforce-center.youcanbook.me/