The El Paso County Administration manages the daily operations of County government, overseeing an organization with 1,541 employees and a 2025 budget of approximately $533 million.

While financial stewardship is a core responsibility, the role extends far beyond budget management. Administration ensures that every department and service operate in alignment with the County’s strategic objectives, responding to the needs of a rapidly growing community and the increased demand for essential public services.

Through this leadership, County Administration helps ensure that El Paso County remains fiscally responsible, strategically focused, and responsive to the community it serves.

Bret Waters

County Administrator,

Bret Waters

Sunny Bryant

Deputy County Administrator,

Sunny Bryant

Contact:

(719) 520-7276 Telephone

Location:

Centennial Hall

200 South Cascade, Suite 100

Colorado Springs, CO 80903-2208

Administration's work includes:

  • Implementing Board of County Commissioners’ policy direction to ensure that decisions made at the policy level translate into effective programs and services.
  • Overseeing daily operations across diverse County departments such as infrastructure, health and human services, economic development, and administrative support functions.
  • Managing long-term planning to prepare the County for growth, emerging challenges, and future service needs.
  • Strengthening community trust by promoting transparency, accountability, and efficient use of taxpayer resources.
  • Supporting employees through effective leadership, ensuring the County’s workforce has the tools and structure needed to deliver high-quality service.

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Executive Leadership Values
Executive Leadership Team
Leadership Organization
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El Paso County Executive Leadership Values

The El Paso County Executive Leadership Team is composed of department directors and chief officers who support the County Administrator in managing the daily operations of County government. Together, they ensure that the County’s work reflects both the strategic objectives outlined in the County’s Strategic Plan and the core values that guide how services are delivered.

The team’s leadership is grounded in the County’s core values:

  • Accountability – Serving as responsible stewards of public resources and demonstrating measurable progress toward strategic goals.
  • Service-Focused – Anticipating community needs and ensuring residents receive efficient, responsive, and professional service.
  • Collaboration – Partnering across departments and with the community to provide cohesive, coordinated solutions.
  • Transparency – Communicating clearly and openly about initiatives, outcomes, and challenges.
  • Trustworthy – Building trust by upholding the highest ethical standards in every decision and action.

By aligning daily operations with the County’s strategic objectives—Infrastructure, Service Quality, and Community Trust—the Executive Leadership Team ensures County government remains responsive, effective, and committed to serving residents with excellence.

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El Paso County Executive Leadership Team

COMMUNICATIONS

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Natalie Sosa

Interim Executive Director

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

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Vernon Stewart

Executive Director

DIGITAL, STRATEGY & TECHNOLOGY (DST)

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Joe Palmer

Interim Chief Information Officer

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

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Crystal LaTier

Executive Director

FACILITIES & STRATEGIC INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT

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Brian Olson

Executive Director

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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Nikki Simmons, CPA, CPFO

Chief Financial Officer

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

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Ryan Parsell

Executive Director

HUMAN RESOURCES

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Nicole Evans

Interim Chief Human Resources Officer

HUMAN SERVICES

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Stacie Kwitek

Executive Director

PARKS

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Todd Marts

Executive Director

PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

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Meggan Herington

Executive Director

PUBLIC WORKS

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Jack Ladley

Executive Director

PIKES PEAK REGIONAL OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

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Andrew Notbohm

Executive Director

PIKES PEAK WORKFORCE CENTER

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Traci Marques

Executive Director/CEO

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2025 El Paso County Leadership Organization

The organization of El Paso County’s leadership is guided by the voices of its residents through citizen input. Residents help shape the future of our County through voting, and by doing so, they strengthen the Pikes Peak region.

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Elected Officials

El Paso County citizens are actively involved with how the County operates by voting for elected officials.

Elected official roles are as follows:

Office of the Assessor
Office of the Clerk & Recorder
Office of the District Attorney
Office of the Sheriff
Office of the Surveyor
Office of the Coroner
Office of the Treasurer & Public Trustee

Board of County Commissioners

El Paso County has five commissioners, each elected to represent a district. The districts are equal in population, and the boundaries are established by the board every two years.

Commissioners and their Districts:

Carrie Geitner, Board Chair - District 2
Holly Williams, Board Vice Chair - District 1
Bill Wysong - District 3
Cory Applegate - District 4
Lauren Nelson - District 5

El Paso County Attorney

Chief Legal Officer of the County and is statutorily appointed by the Board of County Commissioners to provide legal advisement

County Attorney

The County Attorney's Office houses two main divisions. The Civil Division supports the Board of County Commissioners, administrative departments and appointed advisory boards. The Human Services Division provides legal advice, opinions, and representation to the El Paso County Department of Human Services.

El Paso County Administrator

The County Administrator manages the daily operations of the County government, ensuring fiscal responsibility.

County Administrator oversees:

Digital, Strategy, and Technology
Financial Services
Human Resources
Human Services
Government Affairs
Planning and Community Development
Public Works

El Paso County Deputy Administrator

The Deputy County Administrator manages the daily operations of the County government, ensuring departments and services operate in alignment with the County's strategic objectives.

County Deputy Administrator oversees:

Communications
Community Resources
Economic Development
Facilities & Strategic Infrastructure Management
Parks
Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management
Pikes Peak Workforce Center

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Popular Pages

We are open, honest, and respectful in our work and communication. We build trust by transparently publishing data and analytics on our finances, the condition of our infrastructure, and our progress toward our strategic objectives.

Government Affairs

Government Affairs team exists to advocate on behalf of the organization at both the state and federal levels.

County Budget

The annual budget process presents budget requests and critical needs, all of which must be adopted and balanced by December of each year.

Annual Report

The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) provides detailed information about the operations and financial position of the County.

Communications

The Communications Department serves County staff, volunteers, and community partners by providing timely and accurate information and administrative support.

Elected Offices

A comprehensive list of all Elected Officials and their respective sites for you to obtain information regarding their offices.

Departments

Provides you with a list of all El Paso County Departments and services.

Strategic Plan

Strategic thinking and careful planning help identify both long-term and more immediate County priorities.

Strategic Plan Dashboard

The Strategic Plan Dashboard is a dynamic display of our strategic plan’s objectives and performance in a quick snapshot.

OUR VISION

El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.

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OUR PURPOSE

We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.