Legislative Policy Advisor for Economic Development

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sick leave

11 paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Retirement plans

Transit EcoPass

Professional development

Job summary

State of Colorado’s Governor’s Office, specifically the OEDIT, seeks a Legislative Advisor to help coordinate and advance legislative priorities with the General Assembly. The role supports policy development, bill drafting, and fiscal note analyses, while coordinating internal and external stakeholders.

Key duties include preparing materials, briefing lawmakers, and managing calendar logistics for the legislative team.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a legislative or policy role.
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, economics, political science, rhetoric, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or proven experience may substitute for the degree requirement.

Responsibilities

• Draft advocacy materials related to budget and legislative agendas, including fact sheets, talking points, and hearing materials.
• Draft educational materials related to programs, services, and resources, including concept proposals, talking points, and fact sheets.
• Lobby and present on behalf of OEDIT to members of the General Assembly.
• Maintain scheduling for the entire legislative team.
• Draft budget materials, including budget requests and proposals.
• Provide insight to internal and external partners on agency capabilities and mission.
• Support the monitoring and implementation of legislation and other non-legislated programs.
• Coordinate and assist in preparing fiscal note analyses and related documents.

Skills

Policy analysis

Legislative affairs

Stakeholder management

Oral and written communications

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field

Job description

State of Colorado’s Governor’s Office, specifically the OEDIT, seeks a Legislative Advisor to help coordinate and advance legislative priorities with the General Assembly. The role supports policy development, bill drafting, and fiscal note analyses, while coordinating internal and external stakeholders.

Key duties include preparing materials, briefing lawmakers, and managing calendar logistics for the legislative team.