Executive Leadership Roles

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Governance and Organization 

Incorporated in 1911, Westminster’s council-manager form of government is consistently recognized for excellence in management and delivery of full services to businesses and residents. Westminster has six city councilors and a mayor who are elected at large. Councilors serve four-year terms with a two-term limit. Appointed by city council in 2022, City Manager Mark Freitag leads Westminster’s staff and oversees the City’s day-to-day operations. 

Westminster is an employer of choice with a values-oriented culture that attracts top talent from around the country. Westminster has won several workforce-oriented awards including:  

• Healthiest Employer in Colorado 2014-2017, 5th in the US in 2017 
• 2021 as a Workplace Mental Health Champion by HealthLinks, a leader in health and wellbeing programs across the United States 

Westminster has an authorized total of 1,109 full-time employees for 2023. As an award-winning, nationally recognized full-service city, departmental activities are conducted in direct support of the mission, vision, and strategic plan set forth by the City Council. The City has achieved some of the highest bond ratings in the state, including AAA and AA+, with the leading national rating agencies. 

Westminster sits in both Jefferson and Adams counties.  

On February 27, 2003, City leaders unveiled the current organizational values employees use to guide their decisions. The values make up the acronym SPIRIT, which stands for Service, Pride, Integrity, Responsibility, Innovation and Teamwork. SPIRIT is used internally to reinforce these core values and keep them in the forefront with City employees. 

Service 

Provides exceptional customer service and handles the concerns and issues of our customers, both internal and external. Exhibits ongoing, courteous, tactful, and respectful customer service; including respect for the diversity of our customers' views, skills, background, and experience. Takes ownership, initiative, and is empathetic and responsive to each customer. Conveys a professional demeanor while performing their duties. 

Pride 

Serves as an ambassador, displaying pride in their job, as well as the City, other employees, department and division. Thinks globally, embracing the values of the organization, and supporting the City's mission, vision, and strategic goals. Actively participates in the operations of the organization and demonstrates leadership and professionalism. Performs duties and responsibilities to the highest of quality standards and exhibits care for the community. Pro-actively fosters an inclusive community where individuals are valued and inspired to contribute their best. 

Integrity 

Demonstrates in all actions a high level of ethical behavior and does the right thing. Displays courage and honesty with themselves and others. Acknowledges each person’s unique talents, ideas and beliefs. Embodies personal accountability. 

Responsibility 

Establishes accountability to the City for job functions and assigned duties as outlined in their job description. Acts professionally in all aspects of work including observable behaviors, interpersonal and communication skills, and attitude. Demonstrates competence in all technical aspects of the job, decision making, and key job responsibilities; including planning, organizing, and the delivery of a quality work product. 

Innovation 

Understands customers' needs and expectations and seeks opportunities to improve the customer (internal and external) experience. Has a continuous improvement mind set and is open to change. Takes calculated risks and learns from failures. Displays an ability to plan for successful implementation of new ideas. Continues to develop skills and stays current with industry standards and innovation. 

Teamwork 

Values teamwork and supports the efforts of fellow employees both individually and collectively. Fosters a participatory organizational climate that is open, positive, reinforcing, and supportive. Builds trust through open, honest, and respectful communication and interactions. Demonstrates the ability to have authentic, transparent conversations in order to constructively work through conflict. Is approachable and exhibits cooperation, collaboration, patience, fairness, and consistency in interactions.