Manager, Government Affairs

Mentalhealthcenterofdenver; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 99,008 - 124,009; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Flexible work location

Job summary

Mentalhealthcenterofdenver is seeking a Manager of Government Affairs to oversee legislative monitoring and advocacy planning. The role requires building relationships with government stakeholders and analyzing policy proposals. Candidates should have at least a bachelor’s degree in a related field and five years of relevant experience.

The position offers flexibility for remote work and requires presence in the Denver Metro Area for part of the week. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply soon, as applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in government affairs or public policy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the government affairs strategy.
• Monitor legislation and public policy developments.
• Build relationships with key public‑sector stakeholders.
• Analyze policy proposals and prepare advocacy materials.

Job description

WellPower envisions a community where every person’s mental health is fostered through strength, resilience and hope. We empower people to overcome barriers and achieve lasting well‑being through collaborative behavioral health care and comprehensive support.

Our Guiding Principles:

• Person Centered. We honor people’s identities, lived experience and journeys and treat every person with the dignity we all deserve.
• Exceptional Care. We offer compassionate, innovative services that meet people where they are, from immediate support to long‑term recovery.
• Integrity. We operate from a deep foundation of ethical, accountable practices in all we do.
• Organizational Resilience. We meet the moment and adapt to changing contexts with collaborative creativity, agile business processes, and financial stewardship.

Position Summary:

The Manager, Government Affairs, will manage WellPower’s government affairs function through legislative monitoring, policy analysis, advocacy planning and relationship management with city, state and federal stakeholders. Serve as a key liaison on government relations matters, advancing policy priorities that support organizational goals. Partner with internal leaders to assess policy implications, align messaging and inform executive decision‑making.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $99,008 - $124,009 per year
• For complete overview of our robust Benefits: https://wellpower.org/workplace-of-choice/

The posted range represents the full hiring range. Offers will not exceed this range, the majority of candidates are placed near the midpoint based on experience and qualifications.

Job Duties & Functions:

• Manage the organization’s government affairs strategy in alignment with organizational priorities.
• Monitor legislation, regulations and public policy developments that may affect the organization’s operations, funding and strategic objectives.
• Build, maintain and strengthen relationships with elected officials, agency leaders, staff and other key public‑sector stakeholders.
• Analyze policy proposals and prepare briefings, recommendations, testimony and other advocacy materials for internal leaders and external audiences.
• Represent the organization in meetings, hearings, coalitions and other forums related to public policy and government relations.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders to develop policy positions, response strategies and communication plans on priority legislative issues.
• Track advocacy activity, stakeholder engagement and policy outcomes and provide regular updates to leadership.
• Support executive leadership with government‑facing communications and strategic engagement opportunities.
• Maintain a trauma informed environment of wellbeing.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, public administration, communications, law, healthcare administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in government affairs, public policy, advocacy, legislative affairs or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing legislation and regulations and developing policy positions. Ability to engage effectively with government stakeholders and cross‑functional internal teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing briefings, testimony and executive‑level materials.
• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health or other community‑serving environments. (preferred)

Work Location:

This role may be fully remote. If office space is needed, the employee is expected to work on‑site three days per week in a designated workspace. Candidates must be in the Denver Metro Area.

Shift/Hours:

This is a Monday‑Friday opportunity observing standard business hours. May require occasional evening or weekend hours.

Physical Requirements:

This position involves sedentary work, requiring extended periods of sitting, computer use, and participation in meetings both in‑person and virtual. Occasional physical activity such as standing, walking, bending, and reaching is expected, along with occasional lifting of up to 20‑30 pounds. The role demands frequent use of phones and standard office equipment. Strong cognitive abilities are essential, including analytical thinking, strategic decision‑making, and the capacity to manage complex issues under pressure.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Learn more about WellPower:

WellPower is committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certification/licensure (rather than wage history). Toward the principle of equal pay for equal work, we post and hire within defined hiring salary ranges. We ask all applicants to carefully review the hiring salary range for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range.

WellPower is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, transfer, or promotion opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

For a complete overview of our robust benefits, visit: https://wellpower.org/workplace-of-choice