Full job description Department Information Colorado Governor Jared Polis is committed to building a Colorado For All, a place where everyone has an opportunity to succeed and live the Colorado way of life. Governor Polis is focused on lowering health care costs for hardworking Coloradans, transitioning the state to renewable energy sources, ensuring every Colorado child gets a quality education, and building an economy that works for everyone. The Governor's staff includes offices for budgeting, communications and outreach, legal counsel, legislative liaison, operations, policy and research, and scheduling.
Description of Job Position Title: Legislative Aide
Hiring Salary Range: $50,000 - $52,000 annually
FLSA Classification: Exempt (not over time eligible)
Expected Annual Travel : Minimal
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Plans, organizes, schedules, and manages time in an efficient, productive manner.
Responsibly handles and participates in confidential work.
Manage calendars and scheduling for supervisors and other team members;
Facilitate review and analysis of legislation and proposed legislation that impacts executive agencies and coordinate relevant policy, budget and legislative staff;
Staff and coordinate bill-signing events;
Track legislation during the session, including department bills;
Contribute to various internal tracking processes and databases;
Attend meetings and hearings and take notes;
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Experience and Education: Commitment to consistent weekly hours and timeliness.
Detail oriented - does not let important details slip through the cracks or derail a project.
Excellent writing, communication, and proofreading skills.
Strong individual initiative/work ethic and commitment to public service.
Proficiency with software applications including Google Drive products such as Docs, Sheets and Slides or equivalent, and a familiarity with CRM databases such as Salesforce.
Strong commitment to good government and nonpartisanship.
Maintains equilibrium when under pressure or stress.
Commitment to consistent weekly hours and timeliness.
Detail oriented - does not let important details slip through the cracks or derail a project.
Excellent writing, communication, and proofreading skills.
Strong individual initiative/work ethic.
Plans, organizes, schedules, and manages time in an efficient, productive manner.
Proficiency with software applications including Google Drive products such as Docs, Sheets and Slides or equivalent, and a familiarity with CRM databases such as Salesforce.
Strong commitment to good government and nonpartisanship.
Ability to maintain stable performance when under heavy pressure or stress
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent amount of education and relevant work experience.
Conditions of Employment Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment.
Supplemental Information To Apply:
A resume and answer to the supplemental question must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your resume and supplemental question response must provide sufficient detail to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience, relevant skills, and achievements. An additional cover letter is NOT required for application - the supplemental question will be used in lieu of a cover letter.
The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including: Medical, dental and vision plan coverage - including extensive prescription drug coverage (many preventive medications covered at no cost)*.
Health Savings Account (with state contribution) when electing HDHP medical coverage*.
Wellness programs - participation can reduce employee premiums*.
Short-term and optional long-term disability coverage*.
Life and Accidental Death/Dismemberment 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
Welcome Aboard Program - July 1, 2023.pdf
Retirement benefits** - including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans -
Hybrid work arrangements.
Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Discount Program.
Training and professional development opportunities, including reduced college tuition through CSU Global (contact CSU Global for latest offerings).
Access to the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP): offers confidential mental health counseling, professional coaching, employee mediation, 24/7 crisis support.
Free RTD EcoPass to all eligible State Employees.
Credit Union of Colorado Membership Eligibility.
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit the state's benefits portal: **For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), see COPERA for details:
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
ADAAA Accommodations The Office of the Governor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency 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 Staffing Coordinator (the Director of Human Resources) at
