State of Colorado · 6 hours ago
Press Secretary.
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expThe State of Colorado is dedicated to improving the community and ensuring the availability of natural resources for future generations. The Press Secretary will manage media relations, serve as the spokesperson for the Governor and Lt. Governor, and oversee communications strategies and press releases.
GovernmentNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Ensure the Governor and Lt. Governor are prepared for all external speaking engagements (I.e. media availability, speeches and public appearances), working closely with the policy team on content
Responsible for drafting all press releases and media advisories
In coordination with the Communications Director, approve all video content creation, including requests, scripts and scheduling
Work with the Governor’s executive leadership team, the policy team and legislative teams, cabinet and agency public information officers on decisions, memos, press releases, press conferences and initiatives that address media interest
Responsible for responding to all Governor’s office and cabinet CORA requests
With the Communications Director, manages crisis communications
WGA and NGA media contact
Participates in senior staff meetings
Manages two deputy press secretaries
Contributes to media strategy with executive leadership
Supports executive leadership in external stakeholder role, coordination of social media with the Director of Communications
Provides media counsel and advice to the Governor, Lt. Governor, cabinet and executive leadership
Qualification
Required
Minimum 7 years closely related work experience
Experience creating and implementing strategic communications campaigns
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
A strong understanding of principles of effective communication to a variety of audiences
Established media contacts and understanding of the media landscape in the Denver Metro and broader State landscape
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self-motivated and proactive
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in communications or related field. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Benefits
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 a minimum of $50,000 or 1x annual salary
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
Company
State of Colorado
State of Colorado is a non profit organization.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeanni Stefanik
Chief Financial Officer
Alan Salazar
Chief Strategy Officer for Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper
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