Janet Harrell has worked for the City of Grand Junction for nearly a decade. Before her current position as the Records Manager, Janet worked in the same department — the City Clerk’s office — as a Deputy City Clerk. When the previous records manager retired in September 2023, Harrell was excited…
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The City of Grand Junction has 13 departments that provide services to the community. They each have a defined role, and the work they perform is made clear by the name of the department. They are: Communications & Engagement, City Clerk, Community Development, Finance, Fire, Police, Human…
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Our Mission The mission and core values of the City of Grand Junction are to continuously improve through teamwork and challenging the status quo. The City believes in collaborative partnerships, utilizing all areas of expertise to achieve common goals and providing exemplary service by…
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The City of Grand Junction continues to lead the way in strategic planning and responsible scalability. In doing so, the City has hired personnel to assist in achieving these goals, including hiring a new mobility planner, Henry Brown. One of Brown’s goals is to make residents and guests safer…
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The City of Grand Junction continues to invest in the professional development of its employees. In addition to the generous benefit package and numerous other resources, the City also assists in paying for training and certifications for employees who are looking to enhance and expand their skill…
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Working for the City of Grand Junction has many perks. One of which is the generous benefits package the City offers its employees. As a frontrunner and advocate for the needs of its employees, the City continues to work diligently to compensate and value its employees through a variety of benefits…
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Becoming a firefighter is no easy task. It requires grueling work, long hours, teamwork and a desire to help others. The Grand Junction Fire Department (GJFD) represents all of these qualities and constantly trains for a variety of emergencies. These first responders are equipped with rope rescue…
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When spring temperatures begin to rise, the City of Grand Junction Parks & Recreation Department’s Horticulture Division sees the fruit of their labor bloom. Each year the City makes a concerted effort to increase the number of flowers and other plants grown in the City’s greenhouse. In 2022, the…
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The City of Grand Junction’s commitment to sustainable practices is evident in a variety of programs, including new community initiatives and an internal task force that gives employees the chance to get involved. Sustainability is more than a catchphrase for the City of Grand Junction, and it is…
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Becoming a full-time firefighter takes discipline and perseverance. From the competitive nature of the industry to the challenging training and life-threatening risks, there are many factors involved in a firefighter career. Grand Junction currently has 7 fire stations across the city, with the…
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