Community Educator

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the Countys citizens natural environment and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the regions 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 summer explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain winter alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails too. Youll find great restaurants shopping arts and events in the valleys 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
• Sick Leave: 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• Discounted Pet Insurance and Gym Memberships

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide equitable direct and in-direct services to youth and families in Gunnison County for Hispanic community members served within the Department of Juvenile Services. This position will primarily work with the GCSAPP program. This position will translate documents across multi-medias and provide written or oral messaging to disseminate throughout Gunnison County. This position will provide interpreting services to the Department of Juvenile Services meetings community events and be a liaison to other Gunnison County community organizations as determined by the Juvenile Services Deputy Director.

This position is currently supported by grant funding which allows us to advance the countys strategic initiatives. Employment beyond the current grant period is dependent on funding availability.

Pay Rate

The hourly range is from $27.18 to $30.94 depending on experience plus partial benefits.

*The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.*

View the full job description here.

Hiring Manager

Kari Commerford

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

• Must possess a valid Colorado drivers license.
• Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.

Qualifications/Education

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in health policy sociology psychology social work anthropology education language cultures or related field OR;
• Two years professional experience related to the work assigned to the position.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that the County deems appropriate.