Governor’s Office Communications Strategist

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

FSA program

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

The State of Colorado is seeking a Communications Coordinator in the Governor's Office to manage press and stakeholder engagement, develop content for speeches, memos, articles, and social posts, and support events for the Governor. The role requires strong writing, planning, and collaboration with senior officials in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring at least three years in communications, exceptional organizational skills, and experience with copywriting and editing.

Qualifications

• Three or more years in communications is preferred.
• Exceptional organizational and customer service skills are required.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities are essential.
• Experience with copywriting, proofreading and editing.
• Ability to interact with diverse partners and stakeholders including officials.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate press, community and stakeholder engagement.
• Create briefing materials for communications events and remarks.
• Prepare content: speeches, memos, articles, reports and posts.
• Collaborate with Executive Assistant to ensure event readiness.
• Develop and execute a strategic community engagement plan.

Skills

Communications experience

Organizational skills

Written and oral communication

Copywriting and editing

Stakeholder liaison

Senior official support

Tools

Google Workspace

Graphic design tools

Photo/video editing

Job description

The State of Colorado is seeking a Communications Coordinator in the Governor's Office to manage press and stakeholder engagement, develop content for speeches, memos, articles, and social posts, and support events for the Governor. The role requires strong writing, planning, and collaboration with senior officials in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring at least three years in communications, exceptional organizational skills, and experience with copywriting and editing.