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- Gunnison, Colorado
- Gunnison County, CO
- Full Time
- Community Relations or PR and Marketing
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- Gunnison, Colorado
- Gunnison County, CO
- Full Time
- Emergency Management
- Other
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- Gunnison, Colorado
- Gunnison County, CO
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Other
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Communications Director
Gunnison, Colorado 81230 United States Gunnison County, CO Full Time $96,884-$137,042 annually DOQ Mar 06, 2025
Employer:
Gunnison County, CO
GMP Consultants is a northwest-based public sector executive search firm with a collective 180 years of local government leadership experience.
Summary
Gunnison County is seeking a Communications Director to join this progressive, high-performing organization located in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Gunnison County serves 17,000 year-round residents and a booming tourist community who enjoy a mountain culture and world-class outdoor recreation opportunities. The County is governed by an elected three-member Board of County Commissioners and operates with a 2025 budget of $73 million and a team of 222 FTEs.
Job Description
Gunnison County is seeking a Communications Director to join this progressive, high-performing organization located in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Gunnison County serves 17,000 year-round residents and a booming tourist community who enjoy a mountain culture and world-class outdoor recreation opportunities. The County is governed by an elected three-member Board of County Commissioners and operates with a 2025 budget of $73 million and a team of 222 FTEs.
THE COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
The Communication Director works as part of the Administration department under the general supervision of the County Manager (or designee) and is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategic communications and branding plan that aligns with the County’s goals, policies, and initiatives. Serving as the County’s lead Public Information Officer (PIO), this role ensures clear, consistent, and effective messaging across all departments, enhances public engagement, and strengthens internal communication while maintaining a strong, cohesive brand identity.
WHY APPLY
This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned marketing veteran that thrives in a highly successful, strategic, and fast-paced environment. Gunnison is a small, rural county that offers programs and services that are remarkably broad and innovative for Colorado counties of comparable size. The Communications Director is a newly created role within the County, providing an opportunity to shape the position from its inception with the goal of establishing Gunnison County as a unified and cohesive source of information. The new Director will be part of a highly functioning, dynamic, and well-organized team that has a passion for public service and for getting projects done through focused strategic planning that turns into impactful actions.
Job Requirements
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Special Instructions
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Additional Information
More Information: GMP Consultants is assisting Gunnison County with this search. Learn more at gmphr.com. Gunnison County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First Review is April 6, 2025.
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