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Chief Strategic Initiatives Officer.

State of Colorado · Denver, CO · 2 mo ago
OTHR$220k–$230k/yrFull-time

This posting is open only to individuals on a promotional list for the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT). Applications from individuals not on the department promotional list will not be accepted.

About the role

The Chief Strategic Initiatives Officer within the OEDIT Executive Director’s Office provides guidance to the Executive Director on high-profile policy decisions related to the Governor's priorities for economic development, opportunities for Public Private Partnership (P3) projects, industry partnerships, and other strategic initiatives to support a robust business climate.

This position directly influences the Burnham Yards redevelopment project and partners with the newly created P3 office in the Department of Personnel and Administration to foster opportunities utilizing state-owned properties for greater economic benefit, with a focus on connecting affordable housing with transit options. The role collaborates with the Colorado Department of Transportation and the Front Range Passenger Rail Commission to advance a statewide transit system that supports industry partnerships and development along transit corridors.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategic plans.
  • Lead and implement a public policy agenda, including gaining stakeholder buy-in.
  • Navigate local and state government political systems.
  • Conduct stakeholder outreach and engagement related to public policy, building and sustaining relationships with legislators, state agencies, and other stakeholders.
  • Provide guidance on high-profile policy decisions aligned with the Governor’s economic development priorities.
  • Influence the Burnham Yards redevelopment project and partner with the P3 office to leverage state-owned properties for economic benefit, particularly those connecting affordable housing with transit.
  • Collaborate with the Colorado Department of Transportation and the Front Range Passenger Rail Commission to advance a statewide transit system.

Requirements

  • At least 10 years of professional experience in:
    • Developing and implementing strategic plans.
    • Developing, leading, and implementing a public policy agenda, including gaining stakeholder buy-in.
    • Successfully navigating local and state government political systems.
    • Conducting stakeholder outreach and engagement related to public policy.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience and success in housing policy and financing.
  • Deep experience working with local, state, and federal legislative and governing bodies.
  • Extensive experience coordinating with executive leadership of State of Colorado agencies.

Preferred Qualifications

  • High degree of political savvy.
  • Experience working in State of Colorado government at a senior leadership or executive level.
  • Experience working in federal government.
  • Proven ability to build effective, collaborative relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
  • Strong critical thinking and analysis skills, including the ability to research, analyze, and formulate policy recommendations.
  • Proven ability to negotiate and facilitate difficult conversations, resulting in positive outcomes.

Skills

  • Clear and effective communication, both written and verbal.
  • Active listening and interpretation of non-verbal communication.
  • Ability to adjust communication style to optimize personal effectiveness.
  • Results-driven with a sense of urgency and ability to set and achieve aggressive goals.
  • Ability to advance tasks and assignments toward closure while ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Pay

Salary Range: $220,000 - $230,000 annually. Any job offer is based on a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, considering relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority.

Benefits

  • Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month.
  • Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours per month.
  • 11 paid holidays per year.
  • Medical plans (choice of Cigna or Kaiser) with several plan options, including a High Deductible Health Plan with HSA; most plans include a significant state contribution toward premiums.
  • Dental and vision plans.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • State-paid life insurance policy of $50,000.
  • Choice of 2 retirement plans (defined contribution or defined benefit) with generous state contribution.
  • Optional 401(k) and 457 plans for additional retirement savings.
  • State-paid short-term disability coverage.
  • Additional optional life and disability plans.
  • Access to the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program.
  • Membership opportunity with the Credit Union of Colorado.
  • RTD (transit) EcoPass.
  • Training and professional development opportunities.

This position is non-classified (at-will) and not part of the Colorado State Personnel System but includes the same benefits as other state employees.

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