Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent

• Sick Leave: 1 hour for every 30 hours worked

• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.

• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Parents As Teachers Supervisor, the Parent Educator provides parent education, developmental information, and family support to parents through personal home visits to promote the health development of children from pregnancy to kindergarden. Parent educators utilize the nationally recognized “Parents as Teachers”curriculum to deliver quality home-based early childhood education, developmentally age appropriate resources of effective child – parent interactions techniques.The ideal candidate will embody Gunnison County Juvenile and Health and Human Services values and approaches, which includes: Equity, Diversity and Inclusive practice, Positive Youth Development, Understanding Risk and Protective Factors, cultural awareness, a 2Generational approach and being trauma responsive with both young people, families and community members. This position is grant-funded with flexible scheduling required. 

Pay Rate

The hourly range is from $28.53 to $32.49, depending on experience, plus partial benefits.

This position is 15 hours per week.

*The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.*

View the full job description here. 

Hiring Manager

Shonna Gray

Email: SGray@gunnisoncounty.org

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must have reliable vehicle
• Must pass a state and federal criminal background check.
• Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment..
• Special certification as appropriate and required for expanded functions.
• Current CPR and First Aid – or obtained within first 6 months of hire
• Ability to pass TB Test
• Attend Foundational and Model Implementation training for certification for children ages 0-3
• Attend Foundational 2 certification for children ages 3-5

Qualifications/Education

• A baccalaureate degree in early childhood development or related field is preferred; or-
• Minimum of 60 college hours in early childhood development with a minimum of two years experience directly working with young children under the age of 5 preferred; or –
• Certificate in Early childhood education, Elementary Education, or 5 years experience in preschool setting preferred.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the department finds appropriate and acceptable.
• Public Health experience is preferred.
• Recent pertinent continuing education.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in English is required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred