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Description of Job
What we do:
The Department of Revenue’s (CDOR) Communications Office resides in the Executive Director’s Office (EDO) and provides oversight of each division’s communications staff and coordinates external and internal strategic communications efforts to articulate and promote the Department’s mission, programs, and policy priorities. Further, the Office of Communications is responsible for all Colorado Open Records Act requests, resident concerns, media queries, internal information, employee engagement, project implementation communication, website management, social media, branding, the CDOR Annual Report and Performance Plan, and all speaking engagements and presentations.
We accomplish this work by providing clear, accurate and timely information to employees, the general public, members of the media, and industry stakeholders. The office is currently seeking a highly creative and motivated professional with strong working knowledge of digital content development/management to join our team! Are you ready to demonstrate your level of professional excellence? If so, read more below!
The incumbent in this position will serve as the Deputy Director for Communications and will work in partnership with the Communications Director to assist the Department of Revenue in achieving established goals and objectives. Moreover, this position assists in the development and implementation of communications strategies, responding to media queries, compiling and drafting the Annual Report, assisting in defining organizational goals and objectives, as well as, strategic plans.
The typical day as a Comms Deputy Director:
The Communications Director will assist in the development and implementation of communications strategies, responding to media queries, compiling and drafting the Annual Report, assisting in defining organizational goals and objectives, as well as, strategic plans.
Core responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
- Assist in the development and update of an overall integrated communications strategy to support the Department of Revenue's (DOR) strategic goals using the agency Performance Management Plan.
- Lead outreach programs that increase visibility and enhance an efficient, effective, and elegant external image with customers, key opinion leaders, media outlets, and decision makers using the agency Outreach plan.
- Lead internal communications for DOR support divisions.
- Provide executive preparation, training, and consultation as it relates to communication.
- Respond to or work with agency communications staff to coordinate all various events.
- Manage issues/crisis management communications, serving as spokesperson as needed.
- Assist in shaping responses to complex issues, including operations, financial, product, personnel and government/regulatory agency topics.
- Monitor industry news, identify emerging public policy and/or customer issues; be familiar with all relevant media; develop and maintain appropriate relationships with media and other key stakeholder groups.
- Identify opportunities to use social and new media tools and technology effectively.
- Oversee and assist in the coordination and production of external and internal communications channels including press releases, briefings/bulletins, employee e-newsletters, intranet and internal communications.
- Maximize the efficiency, effectiveness, and delivery of internal communications channels through comprehensive communications audit.
- Acts as the Communication Director in their absence.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement: (New)
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must meet one of the following or any combination of experience/education to meet the qualifications:
OPTION 1:
9 years of professional experience in communications management and supervision of technical writing staff.
OPTION 2:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Communications, English, Journalism, Business, Marketing, Public Relations or a closely related field as determined by the Department.
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Five years of professional experience in communications management and supervision of technical writing staff.
Substitutions:
Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
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Current or previous supervisory experience for a state government agency (Team Leader and above).
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Proven project management expertise.
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Additional years of experience working with current communication channels (print, website, video, email, blog, social media, direct mail, media relations) and experience tailoring "voice" across channels and audiences.
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Content development and translation of collateral, forms and information for stakeholders.
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Communication support and copy writing.
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Strong written communications skills.
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Experience with website content management Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
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Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Ability to collaborate with Communications team.
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Proven ability to work independently and accept supervision.
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Proven success organizing and tracking workload.
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Proven ability to work independently and accept supervision.
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Proven success organizing and tracking workload.
Conditions of Employment with the CDOR:
Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence.
As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations.
Minimum Qualification Screening
A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.
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Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.
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Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
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Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letter
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List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.
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Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.
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The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Email Address:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
APPEAL RIGHTS
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance
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.
The Colorado Department of Revenue 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 Coordinator, Jacqueline Brown-Tremble at jacqueline.brown-tremble@state.co.us
We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
How to apply:
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.
If not applying online, submit application to:
If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to DOR_talentacquisition@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.
Department Contact Information:
Abigail Quinones
HR Analyst III
Methods of Appointment:
Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.
