Legislative Affairs Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

FSAs

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Discount Program

Job summary

The State of Colorado, Office of the Governor, seeks a Legislative Assistant to support the Office of Legislative Affairs. You will analyze and track legislation within your portfolio, prepare recommendations for action, and coordinate with agency liaisons to advance the Governor’s agenda.

You will attend hearings, draft memos, and help schedule bill signing events, with a focus on nonpartisanship, confidentiality, and strong communication with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and careful attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information and exercise discretion.
• Demonstrated initiative and work ethic with good government values.
• Commitment to nonpartisanship and public service.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Legislative Affairs and deputy directors in strategy development and implementation for legislative issues.
• Provide administrative and scheduling support for the Director of Legislative Affairs.
• Track legislation through Salesforce and draft recommendations for action within the portfolio.
• Collaborate with agency legislative liaisons and Governor’s Office staff on portfolio legislation.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Initiative

Discretion/confidentiality

Nonpartisanship

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The State of Colorado, Office of the Governor, seeks a Legislative Assistant to support the Office of Legislative Affairs. You will analyze and track legislation within your portfolio, prepare recommendations for action, and coordinate with agency liaisons to advance the Governor’s agenda.

You will attend hearings, draft memos, and help schedule bill signing events, with a focus on nonpartisanship, confidentiality, and strong communication with diverse stakeholders.