Salary : $220,000.00 - $230,000.00 Annually
Location : Denver Metro, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: EDA-CSIO-7/30/2026
Department: Office of Economic Development and International Trade
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date: 8/2/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address: 1600 Broadway, Suite 2500, Denver CO 80202
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: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 of Job NOTE: This posting is open only to individuals on a promotional list of the listed department. The posting is for transparency purposes only to comply with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Applications from individuals not on the department promotional list will not be accepted.
The Chief Strategic Initiatives Officer within the OEDIT Executive Director's Office will provide the Executive Director with guidance on high profile policy decisions related to the Governor's priorities for economic development, opportunities for Public Private Partnership (P3) projects, industry partnerships and other strategic opportunities to support a robust business climate. The position directly influences the Burnham Yards redevelopment project and partners with the newly created P3 office in the Department of Personnel and Administration to foster opportunities to utilize state owned properties for greater economic benefit, especially focused on properties that connect affordable housing with transit options. This position will collaborate with the Colorado Department of Transportation and the Front Range Passenger Rail Commission to propel forward a statewide transit system that fosters industry partnerships and development along transit corridors.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsAt least 10 years of professional experience in:
- Developing and implementing strategic plans.
- Developing, leading and implementing a public policy agenda, including gaining stakeholder buy-in.
- Successfully navigating local and state government political systems.
- Conducting stakeholder outreach and engagement related to public policy, including building and sustaining relationships with legislators, state agencies, and other stakeholders.
The exceptional candidate will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in thefollowing preferred qualifications:- High degree of political savvy.
- Experience working in State of Colorado government at a senior leadership or executive level.
- Experience working in federal government.
- Experience building effective, collaborative relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Critical thinking and analysis skills, including ability to research, analyze and formulate policy recommendations.
- Proven ability to negotiate and facilitate difficult conversations, resulting in positive outcomes.
Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion of the employee's direct supervisor.
BROAD COMPETENCIES- Communication-Is understood and understands others; clearly articulates key points when writing and speaking; actively listens; effectively interprets non-verbal communication and truly hears what a wide variety of people are trying to say; accurately assesses personal styles and adjusts own style of communication to optimize personal effectiveness. Is an articulate and knowledgeable spokesperson for the state with constituents and media locally and nationally
- Results Driven- Drives for successful results; makes things happen and conveys a sense of urgency; sets aggressive goals and works hard to achieve these goals; advances tasks and assignments toward closure; invests considerable effort to ensure goals are achieved in a high-quality manner.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE- Ten years of progressively responsible management experience in private, public or nonprofit organizations or agencies
- Demonstrated leadership experience and success in housing policy and financing
- Deep experience in working with local, state and federal legislative and governing bodies
- Extensive experience working with and coordinating executive leadership of State of Colorado executive agencies
Supplemental InformationSalary Range: $220,000 - $230,000 Annually
This position is considered non-classified, which means the position is not part of the Colorado State Personnel System. Therefore, the individual appointed to this position is considered at-will, and is not covered by the State Personnel Rules or the State Classification System. However, this position does come with the same benefits (retirement, insurance, etc.) as every other State employee, and with the same opportunities, pride and passion that comes with working for the great State of Colorado. Even though employment is at-will, non-classified positions have protections against discrimination and retaliation in state and federal employment laws. "At-will" employment means that either the employee or the State may terminate the employment relationship at any time for any reason or no reason, with or without notice or cause, as long as no federal or state law is violated.
A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.
BenefitsThe State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers generous benefits to full-time employees including:
- Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month
- Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Medical plans - choice of Cigna or Kaiser; several plan options (including High Deductible Health Plan with HSA); most plans offered with significant state contribution towards premium
- Dental and vision plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- State-paid life insurance policy of $50,000
- Choice of 2 retirement plans (defined contribution or defined benefit) with generous state contribution
- Optional 401(k) and 457 plans for additional retirement savings
- State-paid short-term disability coverage
- Additional optional life and disability plans
- Access to the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program
- Membership opportunity with the Credit Union of Colorado
- RTD (transit) EcoPass
- Training and professional development
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits
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