What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Director position at Gunnison County?
Description
Please apply here.
Who We Are
Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.
Perks of the Gunnison Valley
"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns." For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.
Benefits
Responsible for supervisory, administrative, and technical work of the County’s computer and network systems.
Pay Rate
The monthly range is from $7,616.73 to $10,773.85, depending on experience, plus full benefits.
Hiring Manager
Matthew Birnie
MBirnie@gunnisoncounty.org
Anticipated Job Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
Requirements
Please apply here.
Who We Are
Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.
Perks of the Gunnison Valley
"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns." For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.
Benefits
- Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month
- Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service
- Dependent Care FSA
- FSA and HSA
- Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary
- Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership
- Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
- 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match
- Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
- 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match
- Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships
Responsible for supervisory, administrative, and technical work of the County’s computer and network systems.
Pay Rate
The monthly range is from $7,616.73 to $10,773.85, depending on experience, plus full benefits.
- The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.*
Hiring Manager
Matthew Birnie
MBirnie@gunnisoncounty.org
Anticipated Job Posting Close Date
Open until filled.
Requirements
- Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
- Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 200 within the first year of employment.
- At a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or related field.
- 6 years of communications and media relations experience or equivalency. Experience should include writing press releases, media advisories, fact sheets and/or briefs, or news stories/articles and pitching stories to the media.
- Excellent communication skills; comfort with and experience in public speaking and superior writing skills
- Highly motivated and organized
- Experience serving as a spokesperson for an organization
- Experience responding to requests made under the Colorado Open Records Act, Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act or the Freedom of Information Act is preferred.
Salary : $7,617 - $10,774
