Come join an amazing team where you can pioneer your ideas and bring innovation and creativity to a growing rural community on Colorado’s Eastern Plains.
The Town of Bennett is committed to a fun, progressive learning environment that encourages staff mentorship and development. We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including flexible schedules, 100% premium paid health insurance for employees, a 401(k) match, life insurance, paid family leave, long-term disability insurance, access to mental health services, an annual pass to the Bennett Parks and Recreation District, sick and vacation accrual and cafeteria health plan.
Summary: This senior position is responsible for executing the Town’s annual capital projects work plan and long-term capital improvement plan (CIP). The role ensures municipal infrastructure and capital projects—including transportation, stormwater, and utilities—are delivered safely, on time, and in strict compliance with Town designs and specifications.
Career Progression Note: The ultimate organizational goal is for the successful hire to eventually transition into the Town Engineer role. The timeline for this transition is flexible and will be based entirely on the applicant’s prior knowledge, technical leadership capabilities, and experience.
Recruitment Notice: The Town is recruiting for one (1) FTE to fill a vital senior role within our team. We are advertising this vacancy to attract talent from two distinct professional pathways. We will hire either a licensed Senior Civil Engineer OR a highly experienced Senior Capital Project Manager. Responsibilities and ultimate compensation will be tailored to the successful candidate's tracking profile.
Summary: The Executive Services & Events Coordinator performs a variety of event coordination, volunteer management, operational support, and administrative duties in support of the town-wide programs, community events, and Executive Services operations. This position serves as a key coordination resource for multiple Town departments by assisting with event logistics, volunteer coordination, inventory management, meeting support, purchasing coordination, and operational follow-through to help ensure successful delivery of Town events and initiatives.
This position supports the Executive Services Manager with administrative and operational needs while also serving as the Town’s primary coordinator for volunteer-supported events and programs. The role requires exceptional organization, customer service, communication, and
relationship-building skills, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain professionalism in fast-paced environments, and adapt to changing operational and event needs.
While event leads maintain responsibility for overall event execution and programming, this position provides critical coordination, logistical, and operational support throughout the planning and implementation process.
To apply for a position with the Town of Bennett, please submit an Employment Application.
The Town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.