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City of Durango

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About Durango:

Durango, Colorado, is a vibrant mountain town known for its historic charm, active lifestyle, and stunning natural surroundings. Nestled at the base of the San Juan Mountains, Durango offers year-round outdoor recreation—from skiing and mountain biking to rafting and hiking—alongside a lively downtown filled with local shops, restaurants, and galleries. With a strong sense of community, a thriving arts scene, excellent K–12 schools, and Fort Lewis College, Durango blends small-town warmth with big adventure.

City Government:

Durango, Colorado, is the county seat of La Plata County and a home-rule city with a council-manager form of government. The Durango City Council serves as the legislative and policy-making body, with members elected to four-year terms. Each year, the council selects one of its members to serve as mayor. The council also appoints the city manager, who oversees daily operations and is evaluated annually. This structure combines representative leadership with professional management to ensure effective and responsive local governance.

City of Durango's Mission, Vision, and Values

Mission (Why We Exist)
We provide outstanding services and experiences for the entire community.

Vision (What We Aspire to Be)
A multigenerational community which is authentic, diverse, engaged, thriving, and environmentally responsible.

Values (What We Believe)
Teamwork | Dependability | Professionalism | Service | Respect | Innovation | Well-Being

Benefits

The City of Durango offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the first of the month after hire), a City-funded 401(a) retirement plan with an 11.2% City contribution and 9% employee contribution, optional 457(b) savings, and generous paid time off with 11 holidays. Additional benefits include free access to the Recreation Center and City Transit, tuition assistance, volunteer hours, life and disability insurance, wellness incentives, and 24/7 employee assistance services.

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  • 30 days ago

    Arborist Supervisor

    City of Durango - Colorado, United States
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    We're seeking an Arborist Supervisor to lead our maintenance crews in caring for the City of Durango's urban forest. This position involves planning and supervising the planting, care, and maintenance of our diverse trees and shrubs. The ideal candidate is an ISA Certified Arboristwith experience in urban forestry practices, including trimming, pruning, removal, installation, and treatment. You'll evaluate the health and safety of trees and other foliage, then implement appropriate treatments ...

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