Summary
Description
The Governor’s Office is seeking a Director of Boards and Commissions to lead and oversee the appointment process for more than 350 boards, commissions, task forces, and committees appointed by the Governor of Colorado. The Director is responsible for directing recruitment and vetting processes, advising the Governor and Governor’s Office Executive Team on appointments, and ensuring appointments align with statutory requirements, executive orders, and the Governor’s priorities.
The Director serves as the primary liaison between the Governor’s Office, executive branch agencies, legislative leadership, board members, and community stakeholders regarding appointments, confirmations, and board operations. This role requires exceptional leadership, political acumen, relationship management skills, and the ability to navigate complex and high-profile appointment processes with professionalism and discretion.
The Director also provides oversight of the Senate confirmation process for applicable boards and commissions and works to ensure broad stakeholder engagement and diverse representation across appointments statewide. This position provides oversight and guidance related to the Parole Board and Director of the Parole Board.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee the appointment process for more than 350 boards, commissions, task forces, and committees appointed by the Governor.
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Own end-to-end executive search lifecycle: intake meetings, role scoping, research, sourcing, passive candidate outreach, engagement, competency-based evaluation, selection, and offer negotiation as needed for paid boards and commissions.
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Provide strategic recommendations to the Governor and Governors Office Executive Team regarding appointments.
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Lead recruitment, outreach, and stakeholder engagement efforts to build diverse applicant pipelines and identify qualified candidates for service.
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Ensure all appointments comply with applicable statutory requirements, executive orders, and Governor’s Office policies and procedures.
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Work collaboratively with executive directors, agency staff, legislators, legislative staff, and Governor’s Office personnel to support successful appointment and confirmation processes.
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Oversee and coordinate the Senate confirmation process for applicable appointments, including engagement with legislative leadership, committee staff, and agency liaisons.
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Respond to and resolve issues related to appointments, board operations, and stakeholder concerns in a timely and professional manner.
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Work closely with policy, legislative, and communications teams to ensure the Governor’s priorities are effectively communicated to board members and stakeholders.
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Collaborate with legislative staff and agencies regarding legislation impacting boards and commissions, including newly created boards and commissions.
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Conduct presentations and outreach efforts across the state to increase public awareness of opportunities to serve on boards and commissions.
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Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with board contacts, board members, community organizations, and stakeholders throughout Colorado.
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Oversee office operations, systems, and strategic initiatives for the Office of Boards and Commissions, including Salesforce-based appointment tracking for more than 2,200 gubernatorial appointments.
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Supervise and support office staff, including providing leadership, mentorship, and operational direction to team members.
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Provide oversight and guidance related to the Parole Board and Director of the Parole Board.
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Lead transition coordination efforts related to boards and commissions in preparation for the next administration, including overseeing the documentation of appointment processes, institutional knowledge, and stakeholder relationships to ensure continuity of operations and a seamless transfer of responsibilities.
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Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
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Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in government, public administration, public policy, stakeholder engagement, legislative affairs, executive operations, or a closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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Strong leadership and strategic management skills with the ability to oversee complex processes and competing priorities.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement abilities.
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Ability to exercise sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and political awareness in a high-profile environment.
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Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt quickly in a fast-paced setting.
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Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, communications, business administration, or a related field; graduate-level education is a plus but not required.
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Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
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Experience working within government, executive offices, legislative affairs, or appointment processes.
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Experience with Salesforce CRM or similar tracking and data management systems.
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Familiarity with Colorado statute, legislative processes, and Senate confirmations.
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Experience working with diverse communities and stakeholders across Colorado.
Required Competencies
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Outstanding leadership and managerial skills
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Strategic thinking and the ability to balance competing priorities
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Excellent communication skills that build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups
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Strong interpersonal skills that promote teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration
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Ability to work in a complex political environment with professionalism and discretion
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Ethical competence and the ability to maintain confidentiality
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Proven ability to manage relationships with sensitivity to the needs and priorities of stakeholders, agency leaders, and elected officials
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Ability to multitask and maintain high performance in a highly energized environment
Conditions of Employment: Must be currently employed within theOffice of Boards and Commissions.
Supplemental Information
To Apply: A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your cover letter and resume should provide sufficient detail regarding your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your qualifications and achievements.
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.
