Crested Butte Marshal's Office

08/05/2026

If you were at the skate park today, Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at approximately 12:30PM, and witnessed an incident occur between two or more individuals, please give us a call as soon as possible at (970)349-5231.

06/29/2026

🚨 STAGE 2 FIRE RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT FOR GUNNISON & HINSDALE COUNTIES 🚨

Hinsdale County entered Stage 2 Fire Restrictions at 12:00 p.m. today, and Gunnison County’s Stage 2 Fire Restrictions will take effect at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday.

These restrictions are necessary due to extremely dry conditions and elevated wildfire danger across our region.

Under Stage 2 Fire Restrictions:

❌ No campfires or outdoor fires of any kind, including in developed recreation areas or established fire rings.

❌ No charcoal grills, wood-burning stoves, portable fire pits, tiki torches, or other portable fire devices.

❌ No personal fireworks or explosive targets.

❌ No outdoor smoking except inside an enclosed vehicle, building, or trailer.

❌ No welding or operating acetylene torches with an open flame.

❌ No debris or agricultural burning.

❌ No off-road vehicle use outside established roads, trails, or designated parking areas unless parked in an area free of vegetation within 10 feet of the vehicle.

⚠️ Chainsaws, generators, ATVs, and other small engine equipment must have properly maintained spark arresters.

✅ Propane and other liquid or gas-fueled stoves, grills, and lanterns equipped with shut-off valves remain permitted when used at least three feet away from flammable materials.

Thank you for doing your part to help prevent wildfires and protect our communities, firefighters, and public lands.

06/17/2026

Stage I

06/16/2026

What does a Red Flag Warning mean and how does it affect us?

06/15/2026

We have received the report of a phone scam in which the caller ID appears as a local (970) 349 number. The caller claims to be from a bank’s fraud department and asks whether you recently made a specific purchase. If you say you did not, they claim your account has been compromised and that fraudulent charges have been made on your card. They then attempt to obtain your banking information.

Never provide your banking or personal financial information over the phone.

If you receive a call from someone claiming to represent your bank, hang up and contact your bank directly using the phone number listed on the back of your card or on the bank’s official website.

06/09/2026

Deputy Marshal
Date Posted: Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025

Department: Marshal's Department

Compensation: No POST $33.49 - $39.40 per hour ($69,659 - $81,952 per year) \ POST laterals negotiable

Hours: Full-Time, Year-Round

Deadline: Open until filled

Documents/Forms

Employment Application Form(opens in new window)

Deputy Marshal Job Description(opens in new window)

Marshal Step Plan(opens in new window)

Position Objectives:

The Crested Butte Marshal's Office is the primary law enforcement agency for the Town of Crested Butte. It is our mission in partnership with our community to provide an exemplary level of peacekeeping

Job Summary:

Performs a full range of law enforcement duties necessary to ensure public safety, protect life and property, and enforce laws and ordinances.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides a variety of law enforcement services, including patrolling assigned public areas; observes, detects, and apprehends violators of traffic and other laws; observes and takes appropriate actions regarding physical hazards and illegal criminal activities.
Responds to a variety of complaints including, but not limited to, automobile accidents, robberies, assaults, deaths, domestic disturbances, suicidal persons, child abuse, fires, alarms and other such incidents; administers first aid in emergency situations.
Supports and coordinates efforts with other jurisdictions, law enforcement agencies, courts of law and Town staff.
Safely operates a variety of vehicles, fi****ms and other specialized law enforcement equipment.
Performs animal control duties as required.
Performs public education programs assigned.
Minimum Requirements:

Equivalent to or high school diploma.
Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License or obtain one within thirty (30) days of date of employment.
Must possess a valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification or obtain one within 1 year from date of employment.
Must be 21 at time of POST certification.
Background Investigation:

Employment is contingent upon the results of a comprehensive education/experience background investigation and a criminal history record check.

Medical Examination:

Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical and psychological examination performed by licensed physicians. A pre-employment drug test is part of the examination.

Desirable Training and Experience:

Knowledge of:

Principles, practices and techniques of law enforcement.
Municipal, State and Federal ordinances, laws and regulations.
Use of law enforcement fi****ms, tools and equipment.
Safety practices and procedures; CPR/AED, basic first aid.
Proper handling and storage of evidence.
Standard office administrative practices and procedures, including record keeping systems and the operation of office equipment, computers, and associated software.
Core Competency areas (not an exhaustive list): Animal Control, Computer Skills, Communication, Defensive Tactics, Fi****ms, Colorado Revised Statutes, applicable Civil and Federal Law, Municipal Ordinances, Traffic Ordinances, Tactical Emergency Casualty Care, and Officer Safety.
Skill in:

Safe and effective use of a wide variety of law enforcement vehicles, fi****ms and equipment.
Recognizing and analyzing problems, evaluating alternative solutions, making sound judgments and taking appropriate action.
Collecting evidence, samples and property.
Dealing with adverse situations firmly, courteously and with respect for individual rights.
Rendering credible testimony in court.
Maintaining accurate and legible logs and records of work performed.
Reading and interpreting ordinances, regulations and laws.
Using initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
Establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with superiors, coworkers, and the public; develop community partnerships.
Benefits:

We believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:

Competitive Compensation
100% Employer Paid Employee & Dependent Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
$900 Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Employer-Paid Employee Life Insurance
Paid Vacation (based on years of service)
Paid Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays
401(a) Employer Match Retirement Savings Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
HOW TO APPLY:

Please email application, resume, and cover letter to [email protected]. Potential applicants must be available for testing and interview process in Crested Butte, CO.

The Town of Crested Butte is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will make reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees in accordance with the ADA.

03/25/2026

- Your boss needs you to wire transfer them money and it's "urgent,"

- Your employer is suddenly emailing you from a completely different email address,

- Your co-worker emailed you from a similar address: their address ends in "boss@123" but now they are emailing you from "boss@abc,"

- Your employer often has you write checks but now he/she is requesting funds through an unusual method,

- Your coworker of 10 years is referring to you as "Sir" or "Madame."

STOP.

These are all signs you may be getting scammed.

- Check email addresses,

- Don't click on random links,

- NEVER provide log-in information such as passwords,

- Check for spelling errors and inaccurate information,

- CALL the person who supposedly sent the email and confirm whether or not they sent it.

- Know it's a scam? Notify coworkers immediately as they too may be receiving the same email.

- Educate your employees on scams, scam tactics, and what to look for.

For more information, visit:

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03/25/2026

One week ago today, our Chief, Michael Reily, retired from the Crested Butte Marshal's Office after serving with the Department for 29 years; 35 total years in law enforcement. Chief will continue forward with his volunteer service as the Volunteer Assistant Chief for the Crested Butte Fire Protection District where he has already dedicated 23 years.

We want to thank our Chief for his dedication and commitment to our Town and our Department. Your daily demonstrations of integrity, strength, and professionalism, will move forward with us, allowing your legacy to continue to inspire us all. Thank you for the sacrifices you have made to make our community safer, stronger, and more connected.

We would also like to thank your family who has supported you through late nights, holiday shifts, unexpected call-ins, and service to our community every day of your career.

We will miss you and wish you nothing but the best retirement.

03/23/2026

SCAM ALERT

Things to remember and look for:

1) The State WILL NOT call you because you owe money for a ticket,

2) Law enforcement will NOT call you and request money to bond a family member out of jail,

3) Law enforcement, local municipalities, the State, and the courts will NOT request payment in the form of gift cards.

What to do:

1) Hang up immediately,

2) Do not provide, confirm, or deny any information,

3) Do NOT call back,

4) Report the incident to ReportFraud.ftc.gov

Thank you to the individual who provided us the attached scam and number the scammer called from.