Town of Estes Park
Estes Park, Colorado

Public Works Director
Salary: $131,081 to $190,068
Open until filled – First application review: 01/21/2025

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team in one of Colorado’s most breathtaking mountain communities? The Town of Estes Park seeks a visionary Public Works Director to oversee critical infrastructure, innovative projects, and long-term improvements in its thriving gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park.

Why Estes Park?
Nestled in the heart of the Rockies, Estes Park offers an unparalleled lifestyle, combining natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and the warmth of a close-knit community. With over 4.5 million annual visitors, Estes Park is a vibrant hub of activity, where you’ll enjoy:

• World-class outdoor opportunities right outside your door.
• A high quality of life with excellent schools, healthcare, and municipal services.
• Proximity to Denver International Airport and urban amenities just 90 minutes away.

What We’re Looking For
As Public Works Director, you’ll lead a team of 25+ staff of dedicated professionals and oversee Parking and Transit, Parks, Engineering, and Streets/Stormwater operations. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader who excels at strategic planning and management of capital improvement projects in a four-season environment. A collaborative mindset and proven ability to foster trust and engagement among staff, stakeholders, and the community are essential. Experience in stormwater floodplain management and multimodal transportation planning will be an asset in this role. Above all, the ideal candidate embodies the Town of Estes Park’s mission and values, bringing a forward-thinking approach to stewardship, service excellence, and sustainable development.

Salary and Benefits
Estes Park hosts a diverse leadership team that values collaboration, innovation, and delivering exceptional service to our community. Estes Park prides itself on offering a competitive market-based total rewards package, including an annual salary of $132,392 – 191,968, along with a robust paid leave package, generous health insurance premiums, and relocation assistance with Town-owned properties available for rent to ease the transition to your new home!

Ready to make an impact? Explore the opportunity to lead Estes Park into its next chapter of growth and excellence.

For more information about the position, see the recruitment brochure: https://publuu.com/flip-book/66404/1670505

To apply, go to: https://tab.so/estespwd

For questions contact:

Rachael Danke
Recruiter
CPS HR Consulting
rdanke@cpshr.us
916-471-3323

Town of Estes Park website: https://estespark.colorado.gov



The Town of Estes Park is an equal opportunity employer.