Summary
Description
Department Information
Colorado Governor Jared Polis is committed to building a Colorado For All, a place where everyone has an opportunity to succeed and live the Colorado way of life. Governor Polis is focused on lowering health care costs for hardworking Coloradans, transitioning the state to renewable energy sources, ensuring every Colorado child gets a quality education, and building an economy that works for everyone. The Governor's staff includes offices for budgeting, communications and outreach, legal counsel, boards and commissions, legislative liaison, operations, policy and research, and scheduling. The Office of Boards and Commissions oversees the appointment process for 330+ Boards and Commissions for the Governor's Office. Boards and Commissions is an external facing department in the Governor's Office, as they help the public navigate the appointment process. The ideal candidate for this position is organized, a self-starter, hard working, calm under pressure, has strong communications skills and has a positive outlook.
Summary of Functions:
You will help work with the Boards and Commission team to help oversee the appointment process for over 330+ boards, commissions, task forces, and committees across the state that are appointed by the Governor. Help make recommendations to the Governor and Chief of Staff on who should be appointed after robust vetting and recruitment processes. Work with the Agencies to ensure their recommendations are timely and thoughtful. Also help manage and improve Boards and Commissions processes. This role will help develop and enforce office policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and work on continued improvements to boards and commissions processes.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with the Boards and Commissions team to recruit and recommend qualified individuals for appointments to the Governor and help oversee the appointment process this includes collaborating with different department contacts or external stakeholders to recruit candidates, get recommendations, and conduct interviews.
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Provide guidance and leadership on the structure, processes, and best practices for board and commission appointments to external and internal stakeholders.
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Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential appointees by actively engaging with community leaders, industry experts, and other relevant stakeholders.
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Foster a relationship with and engage with State Agency personnel, legislators, and other stakeholders regarding applicants, recommendations, and appointments.
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Utilize and update Salesforce to manage the entire appointment process.
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Monitor and track the progress of appointments, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all related activities.
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Draft and execute memos, briefs, executive orders, press releases, presentations, and senate letters.
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Help manage the Senate Confirmation Process.
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Navigate statutory requirements to ensure compliance with all appointments.
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Maintain accurate records and documentation for all appointments and related activities.
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Work closely with the Executive Assistant and the Co-Deputy Director of Boards and Commissions.
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Foster positive relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, community organizations, and other relevant parties.
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Ensure the website is up-to-date and follows accessibility guidelines and standards.
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Regularly update content related to appointments and other relevant information.
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Assist with the management of interns and oversee the Executive Internship program for the Office of Boards and Commissions
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Collaborate on special projects, including event planning and statewide outreach efforts.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Qualifications and Skills
Required:
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Minimum of four years of professional experience in community engagement relations, project management, human resources, or a related field.
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Strong project management skills, including multitasking, problem-solving, prioritization, delegation, and process creation.
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing conditions.
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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
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Excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills necessary
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience with Salesforce or similar database management systems.
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Experience working with diverse communities.
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Knowledge of state legislative processes and Senate confirmations.
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
Required Competencies
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Outstanding organizational and time management skills
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
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Strong interpersonal skills that promote teamwork and collaboration
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Ability to exercise sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion
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Proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving
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Ability to manage relationships with sensitivity to the needs and priorities of stakeholders, agency leaders, and the Director
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Ability to work in a complex political environment and maintain confidentiality
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Ability to multitask and maintain high performance in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
Conditions of Employment: Must be currently employed within theOffice of Boards and Commissions.
Supplemental Information
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including:
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Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month (4 weeks a year)
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Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month (10 days a year)
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12 paid holidays per year
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Medical and dental plans
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State paid life insurance policy of a minimum of $50,000 or 1x annual salary
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Choice of 2 retirement plans
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401K and 457 plans
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State paid Short Term Disability coverage
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Additional optional life and disability plans
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Credit Union Membership
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RTD pass
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Training and professional development
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.
Inclusion and Belonging
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
ADAAA Accommodations
The Office of the Governor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Staffing Coordinator (the Senior Human Resources Director) at gov_hr@state.co.us.
