Deputy Communications Director - Colorado Senate

Deputy Communications Director - Colorado Senate

Salary

$72,000.00 - $85,000.00 Annually

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-MAS26-09

Department

Colorado General Assembly

Division

Senate

Opening Date

08/14/2026

Closing Date

9/2/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

200 E Colfax Ave, denver, CO 80232

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

lhrd@coleg.gov

Type of Announcement

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. 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 by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

The Colorado Senate Democrats are seeking a strategic Deputy Communications Director to assist the Colorado Senate Democratic Caucus with digital media strategy, content creation, and general communications support. This position aids in the execution of caucus communications goals during a high-energy, fast-paced legislative session and assists in highlighting caucus priorities and session accomplishments throughout the interim. The Deputy Communications Director is a full-time position and reports to the Communications Director.

Description of Job

The ideal candidate is:

• A self-motivated social media enthusiast who consistently takes initiative and thinks outside of the box.
• Strongly aligned with Democratic values.
• Willing to put personal politics aside to champion a collective caucus goal.
• A powerful storyteller who excels in both long-form and short-form writing styles.
• Competent in communicating about identity, equity, and intersectionality present in systems of power.
• A rapid response opportunist - regularly scanning the news and political environments to identify intervention opportunities that advance our goals.
• Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality work. Well-versed in local, state, and national political dynamics and issues.
• Available for intermittent evening and weekend work as the need arises. Responsibilities:
• Assist the Communications Director with designing and implementing the caucus communications strategy, including developing media pitches, policy rollouts, coordinating press conferences, etc.
• Manage the development and execution of digital and social media strategy for the caucus - supervising the creation and distribution of creative content (including videos and graphics) that advance the message of the caucus and individual senators.
• Compose a substantial amount of press releases, media advisories, op-eds, and speeches with clear, clean, concise, and accurate prose under deadline pressure.
• Proactively identify state and national narratives/news cycles for the caucus to engage in.
• Oversee the design of social media packets, including graphics, sample posts, and videos, to promote and highlight priority legislation.
• Review articles, briefs, and data from our policy team for press and digital content opportunities, including drafting easy to understand talking points on complex and/or difficult to understand policy.
• Assist legislative aides in drafting press releases, press advisories, newsletters, and social media content that highlight the work of their office/senator.
• Conduct periodic website updates to ensure content remains current and relevant. (SquareSpace platform)

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

This position is not part of the classified system.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of communications, advocacy, or organizing experience
• Experience in developing social media strategy to promote specific goals/priorities
• Strong knowledge of messaging strategy for diverse audiences
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with impeccable attention to detail
• Experience in graphic design
• Proficient in web design and development
• Strong interest in state-level and/or Colorado politics

Preferred But Not Required:

• Sufficient fluency in spoken and written Spanish to fully engage Colorado's Spanish-language press corps and population
• Experience in video editing/creation
• Previous experience in government, public policy, or political campaign work
• Journalism experience

Supplemental Information

Compensation:

Compensation is commensurate with experience and within the range of $72,000-$85,000. We provide a competitive benefits package, including health and dental insurance covered mostly by the employer, life insurance covered by the employer, your choice of a Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution PERA retirement plan, 10 paid sick days and 12 paid vacation days, 10 state/federal holidays, a generous flex schedule during the legislative interim, and a free parking space.

How to Apply

• Please appley online. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado?department[0]=Colorado%20General%20Assembly&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending

• Required Documents: Submit your cover letter and resume.

• Deadline: Applications must be received by 11:59 PM MT on September 2, 2026

The Colorado State Senate is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls, please.

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