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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Legal & Policy Advisor to the Secretary of State

Denver Metro, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$125K/yr - $170K/yr

The Colorado Department of State is seeking a Legal & Policy Advisor to the Secretary of State to support free and fair elections and enhance democracy in Colorado. This senior-level position involves advising senior management on strategic objectives, analyzing federal orders, and developing policies related to elections.

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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

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

Qualification

(JD)Legal researchPolicy analysisAdvising senior leadersInterpreting lawsManaging inquiriesBuilding relationshipsOrganizational skillsCommunicationLeadershipCollaborationProblem-solvingIntegrity

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

Travel will be required to perform job-related duties

This position will be required to successfully pass a background check

This position requires varied working hours including nights and weekends

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