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Colorado Department of Revenue · 4 months ago

Legal & Policy Advisor to the Secretary of State

Denver, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

The Colorado Department of State is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Legal & Policy Advisor to the Secretary of State. This role involves advising senior management on strategic objectives related to elections, analyzing federal orders, and managing policy development and document production.

Government Administration

No H1B

Responsibilities

Analyze the federal Administration’s orders and document requests regarding elections and draft memos for senior management

Serve as an advisor to the Secretary of State (Secretary) and other senior management concerning the Department’s strategic objectives related to elections and core department functions

Review civil inquiries from external parties, including the federal government and private parties, and use expertise to draft memos and brief senior management regarding the Department’s appropriate responses

Develop policies and manage all major document productions stemming from requests from salient external parties

Liaise with the Attorney General’s office to determine appropriate data and records to gather from the Department to respond to litigation

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)Legal researchPolicy analysisFederalState lawsAdvising senior leadersCollaborationCommunicationLeadershipIntegrityProblem-solvingAdaptability

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) with admission to practice law in Colorado strongly preferred

Demonstrated expertise interpreting and applying federal and state laws, administrative rules, and executive orders

Experience analyzing the fiscal, operational, and policy impacts of legislation or federal regulatory actions

Proven ability to advise senior leaders on complex legal and policy issues

Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into practical recommendations

Experience managing sensitive inquiries from elected officials or political stakeholders

Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal divisions and external partners

A track record of delivering accurate guidance in high-pressure situations

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment

Demonstrated initiative and independence in identifying emerging legal or policy issues and proposing solutions

Competencies to include: Analysis

Judgment

Research

Strategy

Communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Influence

Decision-making

Adaptability

Integrity

Innovation

Problem-solving

Resilience

Political acumen

Establish credibility throughout the organization and with external stakeholders as an effective developer of solutions to identified challenges

Provide policy recommendations to the Secretary and executive management team

Support the mission and vision of the Department and provide recommendations that are aligned with the Department's strategic vision

Foster a success-oriented, accountable environment within the Department

Maintain confidentiality

Be adaptable and resilient in navigating shifting priorities and evolving landscapes

Demonstrate a commitment to public service, integrity, and ethical decision-making

Benefits

Employee wellness programs and an on-site fitness center

12 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off and sick leave

Access to a diverse array of technical, leadership and supervisory training opportunities

Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans

Medical and dental health plans

Paid life insurance

Automatic short-term (and optional long-term) disability coverage

Excellent work-life balance through flex schedules, flexplace/remote work, and ad-hoc arrangements

Company

Colorado Department of Revenue

With just under 1500 employees, the Colorado Department of Revenue oversees the Division of Motor Vehicles, the Enforcement Division, the Colorado State Lottery, and the Taxation Division.

Founded in 1941