FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR
Town of Crested Butte, CO

First Review: For first consideration, apply by August 10.
Salary Range: $116,000 – $142,000 annually DOQ

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The Town of Crested Butte is seeking a Finance and Administrative Services Director for this charming, small mountain town known for its stunning natural beauty and year-round outdoor recreation. Located at 8,885 feet in the heart of southwest Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, the Town of Crested Butte is a popular destination for visitors from around the world. 

 

THE TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE 

Incorporated in 1880, the Town of Crested Butte serves a year-round population of 1,700 across 0.8 square miles with a 2025 budget of $31 million and a team of 60 FTEs. The Town operates under the Council-Manager form of government with a Town Council comprised of six council members and a mayor who are elected at large. Departments include Administration; Clerks; Community Development; Finance & Administrative Services; Marshal’s Department; Parks, Recreation, Open Space & Trails (PROST); Public Works, and Sustainability. 

 

THE FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR 

Reporting to the Town Manager, the Finance & Administrative Services Director is a key member of the Town’s management team. This position is responsible for all financial record-keeping, budgeting and reporting required under Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S.) and the Crested Butte Municipal Code. The Director plans, directs and coordinates all activities relating to billings, revenue collections, vendor payments, payroll and related taxes, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, debt management, and investments. The Director also performs or oversees administrative functions including human resources and information technology systems. The Director directly supervises a staff of five and coordinates and oversees the work of information technology consultants and, from time to time, other independent contractors.    

 

WHY APPLY

Crested Butte offers an endless playground for outdoor enthusiasts—featuring world-class hiking, mountain biking, and lake activities in the summer, and exceptional skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports during the town’s long, snowy winters. Residents enjoy easy access to the regional airport and Western Colorado University in nearby Gunnison. The Town’s office is pet-friendly, making it a welcoming and relaxed environment. 

For questions on this position, please contact:

Brenda Gabbitas
GMP Consultants
bgabbitas@gmphr.com
(801) 473-6092