Program Liaison

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

457B retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Medical/dental/vision plans

Job summary

City and County of Denver is hiring a Program Liaison in Downtown Denver to support workforce initiatives and partner with employers across cybersecurity, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing sectors. The role focuses on building pipelines, coordinating with workforce system partners, and delivering services to jobseekers and employers.

The position is hybrid, with on-site days at the Wellington E. Webb Building and some field work in Denver.

Qualifications

• Three years of professional experience in a specialized workforce development area.
• Experience coordinating with employer partners, training providers, and community groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support operational and business needs of the Workforce Industry Initiative unit.
• Build and maintain relationships with businesses and hiring managers in targeted sectors.
• Identify workforce and hiring needs and help implement talent pipeline solutions.
• Collaborate with partners across Denver’s public workforce system.

Skills

Workforce development

Industry partner engagement

Employer partnership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business development

Bachelor’s degree in computer sciences

Bachelor’s degree in workforce development

Tools

MS Office Suite

Conferencing software

Job description

## Program LiaisonApply: Downtown Denver: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 6, 2026 (7 days left to apply): R0081357# About Our Job**Who We Are** Denver Economic Development and Opportunity (DEDO) serves to support Denver’s businesses, employers, and workforce, creating shared prosperity and sustained economic growth. DEDO has sharpened its focus and enhanced alignment across divisions, ensuring its work is centered on the premise that quality jobs are the most powerful tool to create better outcomes for Denverites. DEDO accomplishes this by making Denver a place that is easy to do business with, fostering job creation, and building an economy that works for everyone. DEDO helps residents gain the skills, training, and credentials needed to secure quality jobs while also supporting, growing, and recruiting local employers. DEDO’s work aligns with city priorities including the Vibrant Denver and Family-Friendly initiatives: * Growing, strengthening, and supporting Denver’s small businesses* Revitalizing and investing in Denver’s downtown economy* Ensuring Denver residents have access to high-quality jobs as well as training and development opportunities* Making it easier to do business with and in the City and County of Denver* Supporting economic growth while implementing anti-displacement strategies* Fostering and supporting a dynamic innovation and entrepreneurial sector* Recruiting employers from outside markets **What We Offer** The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The hiring range for this position is $68,773 - $81,000.00/year, based on experience and education. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which includes but is not limited to: * A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service* 457B Retirement Plan* 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 13 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year* Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date***NOTE:*** **This position is a limited position, with an expected end date of 9/30/2029.** ## **Location** The City and County of Denver utilizes a hybrid model workplace that balances the responsibilities of public service with the benefits of a flexible work environment. Employees work where needed, at a city site and/or in the field three days a week and telecommute remotely at a designated workplace within the State of Colorado the remaining days. On designated onsite days, you will work at the Wellington E. Webb Municipal Office Building, located at 201 W. Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80202. You may also be required to attend local events based on operational needs. **What You’ll Do** Denver’s Workforce Development Division is seeking a Program Liaison to support the operational and business needs of the Workforce Industry Initiative unit. This position plays a key role in supporting jobseeker and employer services delivered through the Technology Employment in Colorado Partnership team, Denver Workforce Development, and the broader public workforce system. The role also provides support to contracted and system partners, as well as other Denver Economic Development & Opportunity (DEDO) initiatives. This role is also responsible for building and maintaining relationships with businesses and hiring managers in targeted industries, including Cybersecurity, Aerospace, Advanced Manufacturing, and Quantum. Through these partnerships, the Program Liaison identifies and evaluates workforce and hiring needs, and collaborates with employers to develop and implement talent pipeline solutions. **What You’ll Bring** Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics: * Workforce Development experience with a concentration on program management, business development, or sector partnership development* Experience working and convening with employer partners, training providers, community-based organizations, and industry associations* Proficiency with Artificial Intelligence platforms, MS Office Suite, and conferencing software* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences **Minimum Qualifications** * Education requirement: Bachelor’s degree in business development, computer sciences, workforce development or related field.* Experience Requirement: Three (3) years’ experience performing full performance professional level duties within a specialized, functional area. (This does not include clerical experience.)* Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education.* Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements. **Preferred Application Documents** * **Resume*** **Cover Letter** ## **Application Deadline** This posting is expected to stay open until October 5, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible no later than October 5, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST.