State of Colorado
Communications engagement specialist
State of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80219
Department Information
Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply.OverviewThe mission of the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and consumer energy costs by advancing clean energy, energy efficiency, and zero emission vehicles (ZEV) to benefit all Coloradans. We do this by developing and implementing highly impactful policies and programs, establishing Colorado as a leading state for climate action. As the CEO grows and scales, the need for meaningful and coordinated communications, marketing, outreach, and engagement is crucial to meeting our mission and goals. This includes communications through traditional media, social media, email campaigns, and our website, as well as community engagement with a broad array of stakeholders. Targeted engagement and fostering transformational relationships with disproportionately impacted communities and community members is critical to our work.CEO currently has an opening for a Communications & Engagement Specialist to join the Communications and Engagement (C&E) team. This position will support C&E, with a focus on the Building Decarbonization (BD) and Strategic Initiatives & Financing (SIFI) programs. This role will include developing subject matter expertise on the work of the BD and SIFI teams to identify, plan, and implement strategic communications, marketing, outreach, and engagement. In collaboration with C&E, this position will use a variety of traditional media and digital media tools, including owned, paid, and earned media. In addition, outreach and engagement efforts may include in-person and virtual meetings, presentations and events, collateral development, and more.The ideal candidate will be solution-oriented, collaborative, have deep expertise and passion for communications and engagement, and be excited to engage in the work of CEO's program teams.Description of JobStarting Salary Range: $68,000.14 - $84,000.02 Annually. *This position is eligible for a hybrid working arrangement with an obligation to appear in the office on a weekly basis as determined by your department's director.Duties and Responsibilities:Team Support and Resources
Work with BD and SIFI program managers to identify, develop, and implement proactive communications, marketing, outreach, and engagement plans.Develop subject matter expertise on BD and SIFI programs, and coordinate with other program managers within CEO and the State of Colorado to find common themes and opportunities.Coordinate responses to inquiries from the public, stakeholders, and the media related to BD and SIFI subject matter.Collaborate internally with program managers, and externally with state agencies, to align strategies, activities, and key messaging.Support procurement of communications and engagement services including standalone and as part of program contracts by helping prepare scopes of work, evaluating proposals, and managing vendors.
Direct Outreach and Engagement
Identify and track key audiences, stakeholders, and activities related to BD and SIFI programs.Create collateral materials and other content related to BD, SIFI, and other programs or topics.Lead development of new engagement activities and initiatives and support existing activities to advance programs statewide.Represent the Colorado Energy Office through public-facing events and identify opportunities to partner with new community members, groups, and the private sector.Facilitate and track community and stakeholder input, work with teams to evaluate and respond, as needed, and use to inform program development and refinement.Develop relationships with existing stakeholders and lead efforts to engage new stakeholders.Maintain expertise in and facilitate best practices for community engagement in serving Disproportionately Impacted Communities.
Communications and Marketing
Work with Director of Communications & Engagement and teams to identify strategic, proactive messaging and communication strategies to grow awareness of and participation in BD and SIFI programs.Serve as BD and SIFI lead on Communications & Engagement team to plan and implement communications and engagement activities.Develop and track messaging and storytelling opportunities related to BD and SIFI work.Coordinate with CEO Public Information Officer to ensure digital accessibility needs are met.Coordinate with Bilingual Communications Specialist and others to draft and post social media content and campaigns.Collaborate with other State of Colorado communications, marketing, outreach, and engagement staff members to align activities and messaging.Lead design, production, and delivery of materials and collateral.
Minimum Qualifications:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in communications, public administration or related field.Minimum three years professional experience with a combination of communications, marketing, outreach and stakeholder engagement OR seven years professional experience without a degree.Strong computer skills, including Google Suite or Microsoft Office and Video conferencing applications.Experience in energy, buildings, or climate is strongly preferred.Proven track record of building and managing positive relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.Ability to independently start and finish projects with minimal supervision.Strong time management, attention to detail, and organization skills.Preferred Qualifications:Bilingual in English and Spanish.Relevant professional experience in the state of Colorado.Experience working on climate and energy issues.Experience with marketing, digital media campaigns, and graphic design.To Apply:A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the application for consideration.Conditions of Employment:Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment.
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Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply.OverviewThe mission of the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and consumer energy costs by advancing clean energy, energy efficiency, and zero emission vehicles (ZEV) to benefit all Coloradans. We do this by developing and implementing highly impactful policies and programs, establishing Colorado as a leading state for climate action. As the CEO grows and scales, the need for meaningful and coordinated communications, marketing, outreach, and engagement is crucial to meeting our mission and goals. This includes communications through traditional media, social media, email campaigns, and our website, as well as community engagement with a broad array of stakeholders. Targeted engagement and fostering transformational relationships with disproportionately impacted communities and community members is critical to our work.CEO currently has an opening for a Communications & Engagement Specialist to join the Communications and Engagement (C&E) team. This position will support C&E, with a focus on the Building Decarbonization (BD) and Strategic Initiatives & Financing (SIFI) programs. This role will include developing subject matter expertise on the work of the BD and SIFI teams to identify, plan, and implement strategic communications, marketing, outreach, and engagement. In collaboration with C&E, this position will use a variety of traditional media and digital media tools, including owned, paid, and earned media. In addition, outreach and engagement efforts may include in-person and virtual meetings, presentations and events, collateral development, and more.The ideal candidate will be solution-oriented, collaborative, have deep expertise and passion for communications and engagement, and be excited to engage in the work of CEO's program teams.Description of JobStarting Salary Range: $68,000.14 - $84,000.02 Annually. *This position is eligible for a hybrid working arrangement with an obligation to appear in the office on a weekly basis as determined by your department's director.Duties and Responsibilities:Team Support and Resources
Work with BD and SIFI program managers to identify, develop, and implement proactive communications, marketing, outreach, and engagement plans.Develop subject matter expertise on BD and SIFI programs, and coordinate with other program managers within CEO and the State of Colorado to find common themes and opportunities.Coordinate responses to inquiries from the public, stakeholders, and the media related to BD and SIFI subject matter.Collaborate internally with program managers, and externally with state agencies, to align strategies, activities, and key messaging.Support procurement of communications and engagement services including standalone and as part of program contracts by helping prepare scopes of work, evaluating proposals, and managing vendors.
Direct Outreach and Engagement
Identify and track key audiences, stakeholders, and activities related to BD and SIFI programs.Create collateral materials and other content related to BD, SIFI, and other programs or topics.Lead development of new engagement activities and initiatives and support existing activities to advance programs statewide.Represent the Colorado Energy Office through public-facing events and identify opportunities to partner with new community members, groups, and the private sector.Facilitate and track community and stakeholder input, work with teams to evaluate and respond, as needed, and use to inform program development and refinement.Develop relationships with existing stakeholders and lead efforts to engage new stakeholders.Maintain expertise in and facilitate best practices for community engagement in serving Disproportionately Impacted Communities.
Communications and Marketing
Work with Director of Communications & Engagement and teams to identify strategic, proactive messaging and communication strategies to grow awareness of and participation in BD and SIFI programs.Serve as BD and SIFI lead on Communications & Engagement team to plan and implement communications and engagement activities.Develop and track messaging and storytelling opportunities related to BD and SIFI work.Coordinate with CEO Public Information Officer to ensure digital accessibility needs are met.Coordinate with Bilingual Communications Specialist and others to draft and post social media content and campaigns.Collaborate with other State of Colorado communications, marketing, outreach, and engagement staff members to align activities and messaging.Lead design, production, and delivery of materials and collateral.
Minimum Qualifications:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in communications, public administration or related field.Minimum three years professional experience with a combination of communications, marketing, outreach and stakeholder engagement OR seven years professional experience without a degree.Strong computer skills, including Google Suite or Microsoft Office and Video conferencing applications.Experience in energy, buildings, or climate is strongly preferred.Proven track record of building and managing positive relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.Ability to independently start and finish projects with minimal supervision.Strong time management, attention to detail, and organization skills.Preferred Qualifications:Bilingual in English and Spanish.Relevant professional experience in the state of Colorado.Experience working on climate and energy issues.Experience with marketing, digital media campaigns, and graphic design.To Apply:A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the application for consideration.Conditions of Employment:Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment.
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