What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Development Administrative Coordinator position at Eagle County Government?
Hiring Range: $27.46 – $32.94. The max pay for this position is $38.45
This Community Development Administrative Coordinator position is responsible for providing administrative coordination for the Planning Division of the Community Development Department. This includes coordinating agendas, communicating with, and acting as clerk for the Roaring Fork Valley and Eagle County Planning Commissions, and Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Significant autonomy and resourcefulness is exercised daily in performing highly accountable, complex clerical, administrative, and front-line customer service duties in a time-sensitive manner. The Coordinator is expected to provide a valuable support role within an energetic, multifaceted environment, through daily collaboration with team members, self-initiative, and professional communication with the public.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm occasional evening meetings. A flexible work arrangement may be available after training.
Applicants are encouraged to apply by Monday, July 13th, however the position will be posted until filled.
What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)
Culture & Benefits
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This Community Development Administrative Coordinator position is responsible for providing administrative coordination for the Planning Division of the Community Development Department. This includes coordinating agendas, communicating with, and acting as clerk for the Roaring Fork Valley and Eagle County Planning Commissions, and Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Significant autonomy and resourcefulness is exercised daily in performing highly accountable, complex clerical, administrative, and front-line customer service duties in a time-sensitive manner. The Coordinator is expected to provide a valuable support role within an energetic, multifaceted environment, through daily collaboration with team members, self-initiative, and professional communication with the public.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm occasional evening meetings. A flexible work arrangement may be available after training.
Applicants are encouraged to apply by Monday, July 13th, however the position will be posted until filled.
What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)
- Front-Line Customer Service: Provide exemplary, solutions-oriented service to the public, external agencies, and elected officials. You'll help manage conflict calmly and collaboratively.
- Planning Commission Administration: Act as the official clerk for multiple regional planning commissions and the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
- You'll coordinate agendas, track public hearings, ensure voting quorums, manage candidate recruitment, and even order the meals for evening meetings.
- Planning & Logistics Support: Coordinate weekly hearing calendars, schedule pre-application and community engagement meetings, conduct land use file in-take, and notarize plat signatures.
- Digital & Tech Management: Actively manage and update the Planning Department website, utilize GIS to look up property data, organize/digitize files, and assist with Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) requests.
- Team Collaboration: Cross-train with the Building and Engineering divisions to provide seamless front-desk coverage and support process improvement efforts alongside the Operations Program Manager.
- Experience: 4 years of increasingly responsible administrative support experience in a professional office environment (or an equivalent blend of education and experience).
- Skills: Incredible organization, rock-solid record-keeping skills, and a website management background. You are comfortable working independently and navigating complex public inquiries.
- Licensure: A valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record is required. You must hold a Notary Public Certification or be willing to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
- An Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Business, Planning, or a related field.
- Experience working in a local government planning office.
- An Administrative Assistant Certification.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace, MS Office, and Adobe Acrobat. Experience with document management systems (Laserfiche), permitting software (EnerGov), or basic GIS queries will jump your application to the top of the pile.
- Bilingual skills (English/Spanish)—highly desirable!
Culture & Benefits
Working in local government is one of the best career paths in the mountains. ‘Your Career will Soar with Eagle County’. Get started with us today!
- Why is Eagle County recognized as a Best Place to Work in 2022? Culture of flexibility and support for mental health / wellness. Check out more awards here.
- Purpose! A modern, values-driven workplace with more than 550 employees embracing a welcoming culture, supportive leaders and an organization focused on our mission: Creating a Better Eagle County for All.
- Learning organization focused on professional development opportunities, FREE CMC classes and Tuition reimbursement.
- Future-focused with our Strategic Plan on improving housing, climate change and more.
- As a certified healthy workplace, our culture recognizes the importance of individual needs and enjoying life outside of work. Other perks may include flexible work arrangements, paid volunteer time, and daytime fitness classes/bike rides.
- Comprehensive and low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance (as low as $85/month for employee only)
- Wellness program where you can earn cash or extra days off
- 15 paid holidays
- Paid time off (starting at 12 days) and additional medical leave
- Paid volunteer hours
- 8% (dollar-for-dollar match) retirement plan
- Free classes at Colorado Mountain College
- Eagle County University classes (internal training)
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Bilingual Pay Incentive
- Free bus pass and more
Salary : $27 - $33