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Location : Denver, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: EAA-SrPolAdHousing
Department: Office of the Governor
Opening Date: 11/17/2023
Closing Date: 12/3/2023 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address: 200 E Colfax Ave Denver, CO 80203
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Information
Previously posted position; candidates who applied previously do NOT need to reapply for consideration
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, as well as empower state agencies to build a culture of operational excellence and bold innovation driven by continuous performance improvement. The Governor's staff includes offices for budgeting, communications and outreach, legal counsel, legislative liaison, operations, policy and research, recovery office and scheduling.
Description of Job
Salary Range: 90,000 - 100,000 annually
FLSA Status: exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation
Job Type: full time, Term Limited
Organizational Relationships: This position reports to the Director of Policy and Research
Expected Annual Travel: Limited in and out of state travel.
Position Description: Provide strategic policy and legislative analysis and recommendations, project management, press guidance and general policy support for the Governor's agenda. Each advisor's portfolio is assigned based on the needs of the office and the specific advisor's experience and expertise.
Portfolio includes increasing supply and access to housing (including multifamily and single family, for homeowners and renters) with a strong focus on housing financing, construction and land assembly. In addition to other duties as assigned.
Specific responsibilities of this position include:
Duties and Responsibilities: Each advisor maintains policy expertise, develops strategies, and is prepared to brief and advise the Governor and other administration officials concerning all the issue areas in their portfolio. They coordinate this work as needed with other Policy Advisors, other offices of the Governor (communications, budget, legal, etc.), and appropriate state agencies. Advisors work closely with the Governor's legislative team to help advance the Governor's agenda during legislative sessions. Advisors must have the ability to identify and assess the role of specific policy initiatives and goals in the context of a broad agenda. They develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders and constituencies throughout the state to inform this work. This varies from time-to-time and may entail travel within the State.
Skills and Competencies: Successful advisors have the ability to multitask and function effectively in a complex professional environment. They are detail-oriented strategic thinkers with well-developed decision-making, research, analytical and project management skills. They also have strong written and verbal communication skills, advanced interpersonal skills, the ability to learn and assimilate information quickly, and the ability to influence and persuade to affect solutions to complex problems. A well-developed familiarity with Colorado policy issues and demographics is an asset.
Additional competencies should include the ability to assimilate and synthesize complex information and research into concise, relevant, logical and organized formats for analysis and discussion as well as the ability to identify and resolve or minimize potential conflicts in goals and objectives, missions and agendas. The ability to work effectively in teams, a good sense of humor and a positive attitude all are important.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Requirements:
Education/Experience:
Preferred Qualifications:
Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment.
Effective September 20, 2021, employees will be required to attest to and verify that they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and may be required to submit to regular serial testing. Upon hire, new employees will have three (3) business days to provide attestation to their COVID-19 vaccination status with proof of vaccination. Testing, if required, will take place in-person and will be considered paid work time. Note: Currently, "Fully vaccinated" means two (2) weeks after a second dose in a two-dose series of the COVID-19 vaccine, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or two (2) weeks after the single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson's Janssen vaccine, all as defined by the State of Colorado's Public Health Order and guidance issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment. The definition of "fully vaccinated" may be changed and updated to include additional doses and/or manufacturer types of vaccination.
Supplemental Information
To Apply:
A resume and answer to the supplemental question must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your resume and supplemental question response must provide sufficient detail to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience, relevant skills, and achievements. An additional cover letter is NOT required for application - the supplemental question will be used in lieu of a cover letter.
The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including:
*To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit the state's benefits portal: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.
**For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), see COPERA for details: https://www.copera.org/member-contribution-rates
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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 Director of Human Resources) at gov_hr@state.co.us.
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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Location : Denver, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: EAA-SrPolAdHousing
Department: Office of the Governor
Opening Date: 11/17/2023
Closing Date: 12/3/2023 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address: 200 E Colfax Ave Denver, CO 80203
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Information
Previously posted position; candidates who applied previously do NOT need to reapply for consideration
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, as well as empower state agencies to build a culture of operational excellence and bold innovation driven by continuous performance improvement. The Governor's staff includes offices for budgeting, communications and outreach, legal counsel, legislative liaison, operations, policy and research, recovery office and scheduling.
Description of Job
Salary Range: 90,000 - 100,000 annually
FLSA Status: exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation
Job Type: full time, Term Limited
Organizational Relationships: This position reports to the Director of Policy and Research
Expected Annual Travel: Limited in and out of state travel.
Position Description: Provide strategic policy and legislative analysis and recommendations, project management, press guidance and general policy support for the Governor's agenda. Each advisor's portfolio is assigned based on the needs of the office and the specific advisor's experience and expertise.
Portfolio includes increasing supply and access to housing (including multifamily and single family, for homeowners and renters) with a strong focus on housing financing, construction and land assembly. In addition to other duties as assigned.
Specific responsibilities of this position include:
- Supporting the strategic vision for increasing the amount of housing available in the state (including multifamily and single family, for homeowners and renters) with a strong focus on housing financing, construction and land assembly.
- Supporting development of targeted and impactful investments to advance the infrastructure, technology, financing and other supports for increasing the housing supply in Colorado for a full range of household incomes.
- Supporting coordination and cooperation across local, state, and federal partners, including relevant state agencies, external groups and stakeholders in support of the Governor's housing goals.
- Serving as a subject matter expert and forging effective partnerships with developers, housing agencies, financial institutions, local government partners, private and non-profit agencies, community groups and the general public.
- Reducing homelessness in Colorado with a focus on inflow, outflow, and active time experiencing homelessness, as well as access to behavioral health care and housing programs
- Facilitating discussion of action items related to increasing housing supply, Governor's engagement on these issue areas, and identifying relevant agency staff to be included in working group discussions
- Other duties as assigned
Duties and Responsibilities: Each advisor maintains policy expertise, develops strategies, and is prepared to brief and advise the Governor and other administration officials concerning all the issue areas in their portfolio. They coordinate this work as needed with other Policy Advisors, other offices of the Governor (communications, budget, legal, etc.), and appropriate state agencies. Advisors work closely with the Governor's legislative team to help advance the Governor's agenda during legislative sessions. Advisors must have the ability to identify and assess the role of specific policy initiatives and goals in the context of a broad agenda. They develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders and constituencies throughout the state to inform this work. This varies from time-to-time and may entail travel within the State.
Skills and Competencies: Successful advisors have the ability to multitask and function effectively in a complex professional environment. They are detail-oriented strategic thinkers with well-developed decision-making, research, analytical and project management skills. They also have strong written and verbal communication skills, advanced interpersonal skills, the ability to learn and assimilate information quickly, and the ability to influence and persuade to affect solutions to complex problems. A well-developed familiarity with Colorado policy issues and demographics is an asset.
Additional competencies should include the ability to assimilate and synthesize complex information and research into concise, relevant, logical and organized formats for analysis and discussion as well as the ability to identify and resolve or minimize potential conflicts in goals and objectives, missions and agendas. The ability to work effectively in teams, a good sense of humor and a positive attitude all are important.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Requirements:
- Public policy analysis and development skills, as demonstrated by professional and/or academic experience
- Knowledge of housing development, including finance, construction and land assembly.
- Demonstrated success in helping to eliminate or reduce barriers to increased housing supply
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Familiarity with governmental and legislative processes.
- A high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
- Ability to identify and assess the role of specific policy initiatives and goals in the context of a broad agenda
Education/Experience:
- Seven years of successful work in the housing policy area
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, political science or a related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Graduate degree in public policy, public administration or business administration
- Previous experience preferred in the private and public sectors related to housing development.
Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment.
Effective September 20, 2021, employees will be required to attest to and verify that they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and may be required to submit to regular serial testing. Upon hire, new employees will have three (3) business days to provide attestation to their COVID-19 vaccination status with proof of vaccination. Testing, if required, will take place in-person and will be considered paid work time. Note: Currently, "Fully vaccinated" means two (2) weeks after a second dose in a two-dose series of the COVID-19 vaccine, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or two (2) weeks after the single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson's Janssen vaccine, all as defined by the State of Colorado's Public Health Order and guidance issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment. The definition of "fully vaccinated" may be changed and updated to include additional doses and/or manufacturer types of vaccination.
Supplemental Information
To Apply:
A resume and answer to the supplemental question must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your resume and supplemental question response must provide sufficient detail to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience, relevant skills, and achievements. An additional cover letter is NOT required for application - the supplemental question will be used in lieu of a cover letter.
The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including:
- Medical, dental and vision plan coverage - including extensive prescription drug coverage (many preventive medications covered at no cost)*.
- Health Savings Account (with state contribution) when electing HDHP medical coverage*.
- Wellness programs - participation can reduce employee premiums*.
- Short-term and optional long-term disability coverage*.
- Life and Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance*.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*.
- Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML).
- 11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave
- Welcome Aboard Program - July 1, 2023.pdf
- Retirement benefits** - including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans - https://www.copera.org/
- Hybrid work arrangements.
- Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Discount Program.
- Training and professional development opportunities, including reduced college tuition through CSU Global (contact CSU Global for latest offerings).
- Access to the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP): offers confidential mental health counseling, professional coaching, employee mediation, 24/7 crisis support.
- Free RTD EcoPass to all eligible State Employees.
- Credit Union of Colorado Membership Eligibility.
*To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit the state's benefits portal: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.
**For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), see COPERA for details: https://www.copera.org/member-contribution-rates
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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 Director of Human Resources) at gov_hr@state.co.us.
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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