Employer Resources

As an employer, Conservation Districts need be sure they are following all state and federal laws/rules when it comes to their employees. Below are some helpful documents  to get you started!

If you have any questions, contact your local CSCB Regional Field Specialist. 

Local government entities (like conservation districts) are not covered by the COMPS Order (Colorado specific orders). Consult the Federal Wage and Hour Division for more guidance.

Federal Fact Sheet #7

Check out the coffee hour recording for employment tips.

Labor and wage statistics: 

• Bureau of Labor Statistics https://www.bls.gov/bls/blswage.htm 

• Office and Administrative Support Occupations

• https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/administrative-services-managers.htm 

• https://www.bls.gov/ooh/office-and-administrative-support/secretaries-and-administrative-assistants.htm#:~:text=%2437%2C580-,The%20median%20annual%20wage%20for%20secretaries%20and%20administrative%20assistants%20was,percent%20earned%20more%20than%20%2465%2C510. 

• https://www.bls.gov/ooh/office-and-administrative-support/receptionists.htm