Administrative Assistant – County Manager & Commissioners’ Office

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Manage schedules, prepare meeting agendas, record sessions, and coordinate logistics.
• Handle credit card reconciliations, process invoices, manage vendor data, and track budget reporting using the New World system.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the public, de-escalate concerns, answer complex inquiries, and deliver top-tier customer service.
• Oversee daily workplace experience, manage office supplies, and lead the daily County Mail process and team.
• Step up as the lead administrator for the CBOE, coordinating hearings and preparing crucial documents (requires in-office presence late June–July).

What You Bring (Qualifications)

• Experience: 2+ years of progressive administrative/office management experience, plus 2+ years of front-facing customer service or public relations.
• Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Admin, or Communications is preferred (and you can substitute for 1–2 years of experience).
• Tech: 1+ years of hands-on experience with Google Workspace and MS Office. Comfortable navigating, multitasking, and troubleshooting between various database and agenda management software programs.
• Absolute discretion with confidential materials, organizational skills, and a growth mindset that handles open-office interruptions with grace.
• A valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle check (occasional travel between Eagle River Valley and Roaring Fork Valley required).
• Preferred: 1+ years of experience working within local government or a compliance-heavy environment. Professional working proficiency (verbal and written) in Spanish is a plus.

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!

Eagle County is recognized as a Best Place to Work in 2022 due to:

• A culture of flexibility and support for mental health / wellness.
• A purpose-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.
• A learning organization focused on professional development opportunities, FREE CMC classes, and Tuition reimbursement.
• A future-focused approach with our Strategic Plan on improving housing, climate change, and more.
• A certified healthy workplace that recognizes the importance of individual needs and enjoying life outside of work.

Other perks may include:

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Daytime fitness classes/bike rides.

Great benefits:

• Comprehensive and low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance (as low as $85/month for employee only).
• A wellness program where you can earn cash or extra days off.
• 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.
• A free bus pass and more.