Deputy Director of Boards and Commissions

Who We Are

Colorado Governor-elect Phil Weiser is committed to an administration that represents all of Colorado, and serves and protects every Coloradan. Governor-elect Weiser and his team will lead State government to ensure that we serve the people of Colorado, working to make their lives better, and together, we meet opportunities and challenges with creativity, collaboration, and compassion. His commitment to serve as the People’s Governor means that he and his team will have a sustained focus on how to make Colorado safer, more affordable, more sustainable, and a great place to live, build a business, and raise a family.

We Have Strong Core Values

Our core values drive our actions. We are: 1) principled, maintaining the highest ethical standards, acting with integrity, and operating transparently; 2) public servants, who are always ensuring our work is not about us, but instead is about improving the lives of the people of Colorado; 3) innovative, by seeking to solve problems creatively and operate with a continuous improvement mindset; and 4) "better together," by working to support each other as a team and collaborate effectively.

Department Information

The Office of the Governor oversees the operation of the executive branch of state government, including the coordination, direction, and planning of agency operations. The Governor’s staff includes offices for budgeting, communications and outreach, legal counsel, legislative liaison, operations, policy and research, and scheduling.

The Office of Boards and Commissions oversees the appointment process for more than 300 boards and commissions for the Governor’s Office. Boards and Commissions is an external-facing team in the Governor’s Office, and it helps the public navigate the appointment process. The ideal candidate for this position is organized, a self-starter, hard working, calm under pressure, has strong communication skills, and has a positive outlook.

Department: Office of the Governor

Position Title: Deputy Director of Boards and Commissions

Summary of Functions: The Deputy Director works with the Boards and Commissions team to oversee the appointment process for more than 300 boards, commissions, task forces, and committees across the state that are appointed by the Governor. The position develops recommendations on who should be appointed following vetting and recruitment, works with agencies to ensure their recommendations are timely and thoughtful, and helps manage and improve the office’s processes. The position develops and applies office policies and procedures that improve operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Boards and Commissions team to recruit and recommend qualified individuals for appointment by the Governor, including working with agency contacts and external stakeholders to recruit candidates, gather recommendations, and conduct interviews

• Provide guidance on the structure, processes, and practices for board and commission appointments to internal and external stakeholders

• Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential appointees by engaging with community leaders, industry experts, and other relevant stakeholders

• Build and maintain relationships with state agency personnel, legislators, and other stakeholders regarding applicants, recommendations, and appointments

• Use and update Salesforce to manage the appointment process end to end

• Monitor and track the progress of appointments, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all related activities

• Draft and execute memos, briefs, executive orders, press releases, presentations, and Senate letters

• Help manage the Senate confirmation process and navigate statutory requirements to ensure compliance with all appointments

• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all appointments and related activities

• Work closely with the Office of Boards and Commissions team, including the Assistant Director of Boards and Commissions

• Ensure the website is up to date, follows accessibility guidelines and standards, and carries current content on appointments and openings

• Assist with the management of interns and oversee the Executive Internship program for the Office of Boards and Commissions

• Collaborate on special projects, including event planning and statewide outreach efforts

Organizational Relationships: Director of Boards and Commissions; Office of Boards and Commissions; Chief of Staff; Deputy Chief of Staff; Office of Legal Counsel; Office of Legislative Affairs; cabinet agencies; General Assembly; Administrative Director

Preferred Education/Experience:

• A minimum of three years of professional experience in community engagement, project management, human resources, or a related field

• Strong project management skills, including multitasking, problem-solving, prioritization, delegation, and process creation

• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing conditions

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Careful attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Experience building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders with varying perspectives and interests

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Salesforce or a similar database management system

• Experience working with communities across the state

• Knowledge of state legislative processes and Senate confirmations

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Conditions of Employment: Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment and reside in Colorado once employed

HOW TO APPLY: 

Please submit an online application for this position at buildingcoloradosfuturetogether.org. 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 before the closing date.

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.

Benefits 

The State of Colorado offers a competitive benefits package to permanent employees:

• PERA retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage

• Automatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage

•  Life and AD&D Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)

• 11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave

• Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.

ADAAA Requests

The State of Colorado is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our office 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 Coordinator at [email protected].

We believe that diverse teams produce better results and encourage people of a variety of backgrounds and qualifications to apply.