Senior Education Policy Leader

Colorado Department of Education; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Premium medical/dental/vision coverage

PERA retirement benefits

RTD Eco Pass

Job summary

Colorado Department of Education (CDE) seeks a Senior Policy Associate with deep education policy expertise to lead complex legislative and implementation work. You will analyze laws, coordinate fiscal notes, and translate policy into actionable guidance for Colorado's schools and students.

You will collaborate with the Policy Team and stakeholders to advance priorities, support rulemaking, and communicate updates to leaders, legislators, and districts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in designated fields plus at least five years of relevant experience or nine years of relevant experience.
• Experience in policy research, analysis, development, or implementation.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional projects and stakeholder groups.
• Experience communicating policy concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead policy development, analysis, and implementation in collaboration with Policy Office and legislative staff.
• Coordinate fiscal notes, legislative summaries, and policy communications for agency leadership and stakeholders.
• Facilitate equity reviews and cross-unit collaboration on legislation and rulemaking.
• Develop training, guidance, and templates to improve policy implementation and compliance.
• Serve as liaison with budget, legal, and executive offices during legislative sessions and year‑round.

Skills

Policy analysis

Strategic planning

Cross‑functional collaboration

Policy communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in public policy, education, political science, public administration, sociology, economics, organizational leadership, or related field

Job description

Colorado Department of Education (CDE) seeks a Senior Policy Associate with deep education policy expertise to lead complex legislative and implementation work. You will analyze laws, coordinate fiscal notes, and translate policy into actionable guidance for Colorado's schools and students.

You will collaborate with the Policy Team and stakeholders to advance priorities, support rulemaking, and communicate updates to leaders, legislators, and districts.