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Job Description
Located in central Colorado, El Paso County is seeking an Executive Director of Communications for the state’s most populous county. With over 750,000 residents, El Paso County is home to Colorado Springs—the state’s second-largest city—and the iconic 14,115-foot Pikes Peak. The county's unique blend of natural beauty, access to both outdoor recreation and metropolitan amenities, and 300 days of sunshine each year make it one of the most sought-after places to live in Colorado.
EL PASO COUNTY
El Paso County spans across 2,100 square miles and operates with a team of over 3,000 authorized FTEs. The County is governed by a five-member Board of County Commissioners and is financially stable with a 2025 budget of $533 million. As the county’s popularity continues to grow, state projections anticipate that the county’s population will grow by roughly one‑third of its current size over the next 25 years.
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
The Executive Director for the El Paso County Communications Department provides strategic leadership and direction to the Board of County Commissioners, County Administrator, and County leadership while creating an innovative public relations and communications strategy. The Executive Director will fine tune and manage the County’s public relations efforts, including overseeing content development and press releases while supervising the Communications Department team consisting of nine employees. An important aspect of this position will be to assist with the shift of aligning the County’s values and culture to the strategic plan and ensure timely messaging for employees, County Board members, community stakeholders, and residents.
WHY APPLY
The Executive Director of Communications position is an excellent opportunity to lead and professionally develop a solid communications team looking for strategic leadership to transform their department into the premier communications source and information platform for all County news and information. El Paso County is an outstanding employer that embraces a solid work-life balance, values their employees, and provides competitive salaries and benefits. From the mountainous landscapes of Colorado's Front Range and the rolling plains that stretch to the horizon, to the beautiful Black Forest and the Paint Mines Interpretive Park, El Paso County is comprised of some of the most amazing natural landscapes in North America. El Paso County is an outstanding place to live, work, and play. If you're looking to join a team that genuinely cares about public service and strives for excellence every day, this may be the position for you.
More Information: GMP Consultants is assisting El Paso County with this search. Learn more at gmphr.com. El Paso County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First Review is September 21, 2025.
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Job Requirements
View the full position profile, job description, and benefits at gmphr.com.
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Special Instructions
Please apply online at: https://gmphr.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2nm8xmxzn5l/aa0
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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GMP Consultants
Show moreGMP Consultants is a northwest-based public sector executive search firm with a collective 180 years of local government leadership experience.
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