Senior Specialist, Communications & Engagement Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4979569) Apply  Senior Specialist, Communications & Engagement Salary $80,000.18 - $90,000.04 Annually Location Denver Metro, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number EFA-SrSpecialist-06.18.25 Department Colorado Energy Office Opening Date 06/18/2025 Closing Date 6/23/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 1600 Broadway, Suite 1960, Denver, CO 80202 FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information gov_hr@state.co.us Type of Announcement This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information The mission of the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and consumer energy costs by advancing clean energy, energy efficiency, and zero emission vehicles to benefit all Coloradans. We do this by developing and implementing highly impactful policies and programs, establishing Colorado as a leading state for climate action. The Colorado Energy Office is a great place to work, with collaborative and talented employees who are passionate about our mission. CEO’s Communications & Engagement (C&E) team increases awareness and engagement with CEO initiatives through communications and outreach to diverse communities across the state; promotes climate and energy initiatives to residents, businesses, and stakeholders through public communications, community events, and targeted outreach; delivers compelling, timely, and accessible information to support CEO’s mission; and, supports climate workforce development through strategic partnerships with local workforce efforts. CEO currently has an opening for a Senior Specialist, Communications & Engagement position. The Sr. Specialist will support officewide communications and engagement efforts across CEO, as well as represent the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) on the C&E team. An ideal candidate will have experience with communications and engagement strategies in the climate change, clean energy, and weatherization spaces. Candidates for the position should demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills, a proactive problem solving approach, and the ability to work well with others across teams and organizations. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Description of Job Starting Salary Range: $80,000.18 - $90,000.04 Annually *This position is eligible for a hybrid and/or remote working arrangement. Hybrid positions are expected to be present at the office location for no less than one day per work week. This announcement is open only to eligible individuals currently employed within the Office of the Governor. The announcement is for transparency purposes only to comply with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Only applications from eligible individuals currently employed within the Office of the Governor will be accepted. Duties and Responsibilities: Management and Coordination: + Serve as lead coordinator between C&E and WAP, lead coordinator for CEO engagement and events planning to include a focus on income-qualified programs, and support other cross-team coordination across CEO + Support coordination and engagement with State of Colorado agencies, stakeholders, and other external partners + Manage up to 2 interns or fellows at a time to support C&E and/or WAP + Support onboarding and continuous training of team members Communications & Engagement Team Support: + Process design, implementation, and improvement + Develop and support budget tracking system + Serve as the lead for planning and coordinating CEO’s engagement and events work + Support officewide projects as well as units such as Policy that do not have a dedicated C&E specialist with their communications and engagement needs + Support marketing and collateral development, storytelling efforts + Support development and tracking of key metrics + Assist with Salesforce, Marketing Cloud, project management, and other platforms Weatherization Team Support: + Plan and implement proactive communications and engagement efforts for weatherization programs + Continuously collaborate with WAP to develop ideas and content related to key messages, success stories, website updates, accessibility, social media, collateral, presentations, and more + Manage WAP’s engagement budget + Manage WAP subgrantee and client communication and engagement activities (i.e. client surveys, CO WAP Network “COOL WAP” meetings, etc.) Other: + Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in social science, marketing, communications, or other related field OR 4 additional years of experience working in related field. + Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience. + Knowledgeable and passionate about energy and climate related issues including weatherization. + Experience and demonstrated knowledge of communications and engagement strategies. + Experience prioritizing and managing projects amongst a wide array of challenges and opportunities. + Demonstrate a collaborative and proactive problem-solving approach and a dedication to continuous improvement. + Strong attention to detail and follow through to drive projects over the finish line. + Strong time management and organization skills. + Strong written, oral, and presentation communication skills. + Comfort and flexibility with changing circumstances and willingness to take on or adapt assignments as needed. + Valid driver's license + Ability to travel up to 15% of the time + Flexibility to work periodic weekends, evenings, and overnight travel, as needed Supplemental Information To Apply: A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your cover letter and resume must provide sufficient detail about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements. The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including: + Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month (4 weeks a year) + Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month (10 days a year) + 12 paid holidays per year + Medical and dental plans + State paid life insurance policy of $50,000 + Choice of 2 retirement plans + 401K and 457 plans + State paid Short Term Disability coverage + Additional optional life and disability plans + Credit Union Membership + RTD pass + Training and professional development To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits . Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. ADAAA Accommodations The Office of the Governor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Staffing Coordinator (the Director of Human Resources) at gov_hr@state.co.us. Conditions of Employment Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment. Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. 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