Legislative Affairs Strategist

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Paid holidays

Disability coverage

Retirement benefits

Job summary

State of Colorado seeks a Legislative Liaison to support the Governor’s legislative agenda before the General Assembly. The role handles portfolio management for agency legislation and coordinates with the Governor’s staff on policy matters.

The position emphasizes strong writing, public service, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including legislators and local governments. Applicants must reside in Colorado upon employment.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of related experience.
• Experience monitoring legislation and advising senior staff on legislative issues.
• Strong writing skills, including drafting legislative language, amendments, and correspondence.
• Experience building relationships with legislators, local governments, advocates, and the media.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the Governor’s legislative agenda and enactment of bills, focusing on the assigned portfolio.
• Advocate for administration goals to the General Assembly and communicate priorities.
• Draft legislative language and amendments; draft veto letters and signing statements.
• Provide oversight for bill signings and legislative action recommendations.
• Advise on legislative strategy, process, and positions; vet department positions.

Skills

Legislative language drafting

Stakeholder engagement

Policy communication

Legislative monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

State of Colorado seeks a Legislative Liaison to support the Governor’s legislative agenda before the General Assembly. The role handles portfolio management for agency legislation and coordinates with the Governor’s staff on policy matters.

The position emphasizes strong writing, public service, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including legislators and local governments. Applicants must reside in Colorado upon employment.