SME

Kavaliro; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 79,212 - 86,100; Part time

Job summary

A legislative consulting firm is seeking a Legislative Liaison Contractor in Downtown Denver. The role requires Colorado residency and strong connections within the state legislature. Responsibilities include providing expert research for legislative proposals, monitoring federal IT policies, and coordinating intergovernmental efforts. Candidates must possess experience in the Colorado legislative process and be able to work in-person as required. This is a mid-senior level contract position with a pay rate of $57.50 to $62.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in Colorado legislative process with established connections to state legislators.
• Knowledge of federal IT policies such as FCC and NTIA.
• Ability to work in-person in Downtown Denver as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical research and subject matter expertise to support legislative proposals.
• Prepare technical briefing materials and draft testimony for committees.
• Monitor federal IT policies and assess their impact on state infrastructure.

Skills

Colorado Legislative experience

Technical research

Intergovernmental coordination

Federal IT policies knowledge

Job description

Legislative Liaison Contractor (SME)

The candidate must be local and a resident of Colorado. They must be available to work in person in Downtown Denver as necessary for hearings, testimony, and meetings. They must also possess seasoned Colorado Legislative experience and established connections with state legislators.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical research and subject matter expertise to support leadership in the development of legislative proposals. (35%)
• Prepare technical briefing materials and draft testimony for committee hearings.
• Provide written recommendations for statutory or policy changes based on technical research.

Federal & Technical Regulatory Monitoring (30%)

• Track federal IT policies (FCC, NTIA) and assess impact on state infrastructure.
• Monitor agency-wide adherence to mandated technical requirements and draft compliance reports.
• Analyze industry trends to identify risks of technological obsolescence.

Intergovernmental Technical Coordination (30%)

• Act as technical liaison for federal, tribal, and local government stakeholders.
• Align IT project proposals with available federal and state funding cycles.
• Provide professional mentorship and knowledge transfer to internal staff.

Compliance, Ethics & Transparency (5%)

• Ensure deliverables are compatible with CORA requirements.
• Maintain professional lobbyist registration with the Colorado Secretary of State.
• Adhere to the NIGP and Codes of Ethics.

Requirements

• Colorado residency and local presence.

• Experience in Colorado Legislative process with established connections to state legislators.

• Knowledge of federal IT policies such as FCC and NTIA.

• Familiarity with CORA, NIGP, and related ethics codes.

• Ability to work in-person in Downtown Denver as required.

Employment Type

Contract

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Location

Denver, CO (Downtown)

Pay Range

$57.50/hr – $62.50/hr

EEO Statement

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities.