Friday, April 12th, 2024, 1:56pm
🌟 Seeking Town Trailblazer: Your Next Adventure Begins Here! 🌟
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey as a key player in our town's story? The Town of Nederland is looking for a passionate and dynamic individual to join us as our next Town Administrator!
About Us: Welcome to the Town of Nederland, where every day brings new opportunities and adventures! Governed by a Mayor-Board of Trustees structure, we're a vibrant community that values integrity, transparency, and everything that makes us uniquely Ned.
As a gateway to the Rocky Mountains located 25 minutes west of Boulder, Nederland is a small mountain community with a fun, laid-back vibe. Our team is made of 30 dedicated individuals who share two major beliefs - we love the mountains, and we are serious about what it means to be a public servant. As a small crew with big goals, we work together to provide services to improve the well-being of our residents, businesses, and visitors. We are passionate about meeting the modern challenges of a growing municipality, while still embodying the funky, rebellious spirit that drew thousands to Nederland in the first place.
Position Overview: As our Town Trailblazer (aka Town Administrator), you'll be at the forefront of shaping our town's future. From managing day-to-day operations to fostering community engagement, you'll be instrumental in ensuring that Nederland continues to thrive and grow.!
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the charge in supervising all town departments and staff
- Be the driving force behind our Executive Leadership Team
- Implement innovative plans to support the growth and development of our community
- Provide expert guidance and support to our Board of Trustees
- Keep our finances in check and ensure responsible stewardship of town resources
- Serve as our Zoning Administrator, guiding thoughtful community development efforts
- Provide effective public relations, often serving as the voice of our Town’s needs and interests
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in local government or a related area
- Valid Colorado Driver’s License (because every trailblazer needs reliable transportation)
- Ability to obtain International City and County Management Association Credential Manager Certification within 5 years
- Residence within one hour of Nederland (because we want you to be part of our community!)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in public administration or a related field (but if you've got the skills, we're flexible!)
- Experience in positions requiring skills relevant to town administration
Benefits:
- Competitive salary starting at $126,400 (because we value your contributions)
- Full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package
- Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance (to keep you healthy and happy)
- Generous vacation, PTO, and 12 14 paid holidays (because work-life balance is important)
- Free access to Nederland Community Center gym and EcoPass (because wellness matters)
- Retirement plan with employer match (because your future is important to us)
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance (for peace of mind)
- Life insurance policy and optional Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (because we've got your back)
Timeline:
- Applications Due: Friday, May 3, 2024 by 6pm
- Final Candidates Selected: Tuesday, May 7, 2024
- Town Administrator Interviews: Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Job Description: https://nederlandco.civicweb.net/filepro/documents/30609/?preview=112459
If you're ready to blaze a trail and make a positive impact in our dynamic community, we want to hear from you! Send your resume and cover letter to Christy Ruehman, HR Specialist at christyr@nederlandco.org or P.O. Box 396, Nederland, CO 80466 by Friday, May 3, 2024 by 6pm.