Job Description

Posting Detail Information

Working TitleAdvisor for Government Relations and Policy Analyst

Position LocationDenver, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202401337AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib III

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$100,000 - $145,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on08/12/2024

Description of Work Unit

This work unit supports the operational, strategic, and communications needs of the CSU System administration, including the Office of the Chancellor and the CSU System Board of Governors.

Position Summary

This is a full-time, administrative professional position reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Administration and Government Relations. This position lobbies on behalf of the CSU System and its campuses and supports the governmental relations activities of the CSU System. This person works closely with campus partners on all aspects of government relations, including bill tracking, processes, and preparation for the legislative session. The Advisor for Government Relations and Policy Analyst executes the Systems legislative strategy, in close coordination with the Vice Chancellor. Duties include lobbying, relationship-building, research, drafting of high-level memos and briefs for senior leadership and state policymakers, development of appropriate forms and processes, directing the scheduling of System leaders for testifying at key hearings, coordination with contract lobbyists at the state level, regular interface with the federal lobbying team, and ensuring campus and System leaders are well-informed, trained, and prepared on all relevant processes and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications

+ Minimum of 2 years legislative lobbying experience and 5 years professional experience in related field

+ Strong knowledge of and familiarity with the Colorado General Assembly.

+ Excellent written and oral communication skills.

+ Demonstrated critical thinking, analytic, and decision-making skills.

+ Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and as part of a team with the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, campus presidents, and senior System leadership.

+ Exercises sound, independent judgment and decision making, including in situations that are non-routine and have the potential for significant impact on higher education and the CSU System.

+ Ability to interpret and explain complex legislative issues, bills, and developments to senior leadership and the Board of Governors.

+ Ability to devise strategy and resolutions to complex issues with long-term impact.

+ Bachelors degree in a related field, such as political science, communications, pre-law, business, etc.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Experience with and knowledge of Higher Education in the state of Colorado.

+ Experience in lobbying with the Colorado General Assembly.

+ Knowledge of educational institutions operations, related laws, regulations, public policies, and business and administrative practices.

+ Demonstrated commitment to collegiality and working as part of a fast-paced, multifunctional, diverse team.

+ Demonstrated commitment to a learning mindset.

+ Public policy research experience with taxation and budgeting familiarity.

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Departments commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryGovernment Relations

Duty/Responsibility

+ Assist in coordinating and directing the work of the state lobbying team on behalf of the System.

+ Serve as a lobbyist at the State Capitol during parts of the legislative session

+ Execute strategies and approaches for working with other governmental entities to advance the CSU System and its campuses.

+ Host and plan elected officials and VIPs visits to campuses.

+ Facilitate State Legislative relations and bill tracking, including monitoring and analyzing legislative proposals and activities, providing strategic guidance on special bills that impact the CSU System, and guiding the campuses on how best to provide input and assessment of bills.

+ Coordinate with the Director of Budget and Finance, who manages the fiscal note process.

+ Participate & provide leadership on issues of system concern

+ Maintain strong staff-to-staff relationships with Colorados federal delegation.

+ Monitor state legislative and regulatory activities

+ Lead the CSU Systems engagement with the City of Denver, including fostering a positive working relationship with the City and its officials.

+ Collaborate with campus leadership teams around their government relations priorities and visits to campus by federal and state representatives.

+ Maintain strong relationships with Colorado lawmakers and their staff members.

+ Advise on correspondence with state and federal officials.

+ Plan and execute Founders Day/ CSU Day activities at the Capitol.

Percentage Of Time80

Job Duty CategoryAdminsitration

Duty/Responsibility

+ Ensure ready access to up-to-date legislative and federal mailing lists.

+ Design, implement, and manage processes and procedures related to legislative affairs.

+ Develop and provide training for campus partners on legislative affairs and government relations.

+ Draft high-level memos and briefings for senior leadership and policymakers.

+ Ensure System leaders are appropriately scheduled for key testimony opportunities and fully briefed beforehand.

+ Conduct research at the request of the Vice Chancellor and other System leaders.

+ Prepare post-session summaries for the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, Board of Governors and campus leadership.

Percentage Of Time20

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references .References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search ContactMadison Padilla; madison.padilla@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity ( is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the Universitys Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education ( .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

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+ Resume

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