Senior Administrative Assistant

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

Job Summary

Provides a variety of administrative and clerical support to Community & Economic Development Department staff, applicants, and general public. Serves as administrative support for various boards and committees, including the Environmental Health Board, Gunnison Sage Grouse Strategic Committee and the STOR committee. Coordinates the permitting process, including intake of new applications, responding to status inquiries, and permit issuance and fee collection and processing. Provides monthly reports for all permit activity.  

Pay Rate

The hourly range is from $23.03 to $29.19, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

*The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.*

View the full job description here. 

Hiring Manager

Crystal Lambert 

[email protected]

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 200 within the first year of employment.

Qualifications/Education

• Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent with specialized course work in general office practices such as Microsoft suite, accounting; database input and analysis; two (2) years’ experience with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
• Within 12 months of employment, the employee will receive the Permit Technician Certification.
• Four (4) years of related experience, particularly in government, and/or in direct contact with the public in a demanding position.
• Any equivalent that the County deems appropriate.