General Services Director | Cortez, CO

Just to the west of the majestic San Juan Mountains, high on southwest Colorado’s desert plateau sits the City of Cortez. “Platted in 1886, incorporated in 1902, and becoming a city in 1952, the founding date of Cortez is (open) to interpretation,” says the City’s budget. Rich in ancient history and natural beauty, Cortez (pop. 8,800, elev. 6,191, 6.21 sq. mi.) is the largest city in Montezuma County, and its county seat. Residents enjoy access to the massive San Juan National Forest, every manner of outdoor recreation, and the serenity of the high desert and the American West.  The city’s FY 2024 approved budget of $35.4 million (GF $15.77 million) supports approximately 150 FTE. 

Created by the city code, the general services department is an internal service department that helps all other departments succeed. The diverse subject areas in this department include procurement, contract management, building and facilities management and maintenance (including city hall, all buildings, and the Colorado Welcome Center), fleet, heavy equipment, materials, and energy conservation.  Reporting directly to the city manager, the general services director is responsible for project management and the five-year capital plan for the city’s buildings and facilities. The 2024 departmental budget of $2.05 million supports 9 FTE, several of whom practice skilled trades.

A bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field, and at least two years of experience reasonably related to the position are required. Experience in as many of the following areas as possible is strongly preferred: general services principles and procedures (internal services); purchasing and contract administration; building and facilities management and maintenance; fleet and heavy equipment management and maintenance; light construction; materials management; energy conservation; and computer networking and equipment. Supervisory, management, or executive experience, and experience working in local government are all preferred. Project management certification and purchasing accreditation (CPPO, CPPB, CPM) are also preferred. The city at its sole option will consider any combination of education and experience equivalent to these qualifications and preferences.

Filing Deadline: September 15, 2024

Contact: Andrew (Drew) Gorgey at (970) 987-1238 (direct)

Full information: https://columbialtd.com/recruitments

Cover letter and resume only to: apply@columbialtd.com

The hiring range for this position is $110,000 to $140,000 DOQE. In addition, the city provides the following benefits: health (city pays approx. 90%, employee, 10%) and dental (city pays 100%) insurances; life insurance; mandatory 5% supplemental retirement, matched 100% by the city, plus optional voluntary deferred compensation plan; vacation, sick, and discretionary leave, plus 10 paid holidays; and employee assistance program. Relocation assistance and possible additional incentives are subject to negotiation.