Senior Policy Advisor for Transportation and Infrastructure

Senior Policy Advisor for Transportation and Infrastructure

The Governor's Office of Policy and Research is seeking a Senior Policy Advisor to provide strategic policy and legislative analysis, project management, and press guidance for transportation and infrastructure issues and general support for the Governor's agenda. The Advisor will report to the Director of Policy and Research.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include maintaining policy expertise, tracking legislation and budget items, developing strategies, and briefing and advising the Governor and other administration officials concerning all the issue areas assigned. The Advisor's portfolio will include, but not be limited to, policies related to rail and transit, local / state / federal highway infrastructure, transportation regulation and enforcement, transportation safety, aviation, DMV issues, and broadband. The Advisor will coordinate this work as needed with other policy advisors, other offices of the Governor, and appropriate state agencies. The Advisor will also work closely with the Governor's legislative team to help advance the Governor's agenda during legislative sessions and in the interim. They will develop and maintain strong working relationships with relevant state agencies, key stakeholders, and constituencies throughout the state to inform this work. This may entail travel within the State.

Desired Skills and Competencies include the ability to multitask and function effectively in a complex professional environment to advance the Administration's priorities. The successful candidate should be a highly agile detail-oriented strategic thinker with well-developed decision-making, research and analytical skills. The Advisor should also have strong written and verbal communications skills, advanced interpersonal skills with strong networking capabilities, the ability to learn and assimilate information quickly, and the ability to influence and persuade to effect solutions to complex problems. A well-developed familiarity with Colorado issues and demographics would be an asset while maintaining a broader awareness of Federal law and policy and any associated implications for State programming. Additional competencies should include the ability to conduct policy research; the ability to assimilate and synthesize complex information into relevant, logical, and organized formats for analysis and discussion; and the ability to identify and minimize potential conflicts in goals and objectives, missions, and agendas.

Education / Experience preferred includes 5 years work related experience, i.e. policy analysis, government relations, non-profit, etc. Public policy analysis and development skills, as demonstrated by professional and / or academic experience. Detail oriented and organized with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Effective written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with governmental and legislative processes, i.e., familiarity with the lawmaking, ballot initiative process, and citizen petition process. A high degree of professionalism and confidentiality. Sound strategic thinker who is familiar with the public sector, preferably at the state level. Familiarity with national issues and Colorado and understanding of issues unique to this state.

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, sick leave, paid holidays, medical and dental plans, state paid life insurance, choice of retirement plans, 401K and 457 plans, state paid Short Term Disability coverage, additional optional life and disability plans, credit union membership, RTD pass, and training and professional development. To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit https : / / www.colorado.gov / dhr / benefits .

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. 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 Senior Human Resources Director) at gov_hr@state.co.us.

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.