Just over Berthoud Pass on the western slope of the Continental Divide in the Rocky Mountains, the Town of Winter Park (pop. 1,235, 16.8 sq mi, including 13 sq mi of USFS land) is one of Colorado’s most beloved destination ski resort and mountain towns. The Winter Park Resort, managed by the Alterra Mountain Company, is Colorado’s longest continually operating ski resort and the bedrock of the town’s winter economy. The town and resort enjoy the competitive advantage of proximity to Denver (70 miles) and all the amenities of a major metropolitan area. Denver International Airport is less than two hours away. The FY 2025 budget of $38.2M (GF $14.98M) supports 49 FTE, plus 14 seasonal. Reserves total $23.1M, and total municipal debt is $27.3M.

The town council is looking for a candidate who can hit the ground sprinting and ensure that momentum is maintained as to all of Winter Park’s major initiatives, a professional and proactive leader capable of looking ahead five, 10, and 15 years. She or he has the experience and commitment to lead the town through significant growth and change.

This is an extremely attractive opportunity. Winter Park has enjoyed great stability with only two town managers serving in the last 17 years, the most recent manager serving for nearly seven years. The next manager will inherit a respectful, informed town council and an experienced, skilled, and cohesive leadership team, all working within a positive, professional culture. Wholesale organizational changes are not needed. The interim town manager is not eligible to apply for the permanent town manager position.

A bachelor’s degree in public administration, community and regional planning, business, or a related field is required. A master’s degree in public administration or a comparable degree is preferred. A minimum of five years of management experience in municipal government of comparable size and structure is required. Experience in a mountain or resort community is desirable. Residency within Winter Park corporate limits is not required.

For full information, visit https://columbialtd.com/recruitments.