El Paso County, Colorado, September 1, 2022 – El Paso County is pleased to announce Sunny Bryant has been named the new Deputy County Administrator. Sunny replaces Kenneth Hodges who was appointed as El Paso County Attorney in June. Sunny has a deep commitment to the community and a wealth of experience that makes her an excellent choice for this new role. She is a native of Fremont County who worked in the Florence-Penrose School District and for the City of Florence before joining Fremont County in February 2013 as the Budget and Finance Officer. Since beginning her career with Fremont County, Sunny was promoted to County Manager and named 2018 Administrator of the Year by the Association of Colorado County Administrators. This recognition is a testament to her dedication and commitment to public service.
“I am excited to welcome Sunny Bryant to the El Paso County executive team,” said El Paso County Administrator Bret Waters. “Sunny brings with her a wealth of experience and knowledge that will be invaluable to our team. She is well prepared to help us navigate the many challenges and opportunities facing the county. I am confident that she will be a great asset to our county and help us to continue to provide the best possible service to our community. I look forward to working with Sunny as we execute on our new strategic vision for the county.”
“I am honored to join the El Paso County team,” said Sunny Bryant. “El Paso County has done a tremendous job in providing exemplary services, and I look forward to being a part of that effort. There are many exciting things happening in the community, and I am pleased to help accomplish them.”
The Deputy County Administrator is responsible for managing and supervising a number of different departments within the county. The position works closely with the County Administrator to ensure that the county is running smoothly and efficiently. Mrs. Bryant will be responsible for managing projects and staff, allocating resources, and preparing and monitoring budgets.
Mrs. Bryant will begin her tenure October 31, 2022.