Communications & Content Specialist (Remote)

The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan helping them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. Our core values of service teamwork accountability integrity and respect drive us

The Departments vision is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service innovation and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue pleaseenjoy this brief video!

As part of the State of Colorado DOR offers acompetitive benefits packageto permanent employees:

• PERAretirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans

• MedicalDental andVisioninsurance coverage

• Automatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Life and AD&D 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

• Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorados Work-LifeEmployment Discount Program

Ready to bring your strategic communication talents to a role that directly impacts millions of Coloradans

The Colorado Department of Revenue is looking for an innovative dynamic and forward-thinking Communications and Content Specialist As a brand champion and voice for the Division of Motor Vehicles youll help lead our public relations media strategy and employee engagement efforts. Whether youre launching high-profile public campaigns managing top-tier news media inquiries or crafting compelling digital content youll play a pivotal role in keeping our state informed connected and engaged. Were looking for a self-starter with a keen eye for detail and a passion for communications.

If you thrive on creative strategy collaborative teamwork and making state services accessible and clear wed love to have you on our team!

• Strategic Planning: Lead oversee and evaluate specific Divisions high-level strategic communications programs public relations initiatives and marketing activities.

• Manage Media & PR Relations: Handle incoming media inquiries recommend spokespersons develop interview talking points and execute strategic responses for press coverage and high-visibility events.

• Oversee Content Creation: Write edit and produce press materials news releases fact sheets presentations and content for state publications like the Annual Report.

• Develop Digital & Website Strategy: Collaborate with the webmaster on specific Division website development and manage the strategy and scheduling for Division social media channels.

• Create Internal Communications: Develop and implement employee communication efforts to keep all Divisions informed with timely accurate and aligned messaging.

• Execute Legislative & Policy Messaging: Create communications plans for new legislation policy initiatives and key project launches.

• Support Partner & County Engagement: Craft weekly updates for stakeholders and partners and evaluate/review external engagement requests.

• Guide Customer Interaction Tactics: Serve as a strategic resource for resolving complex or negative public inquiries and standardizing responses to angry consumers.

• Advise Division & Department Leadership: Provide regular reports and strategic recommendations to Leadership and the DOR Communications Director to ensure cross-departmental alignment.

Residency Requirement:

Class Code & Classification Description:

H4K3XX Marketing & Communications Specialist III

Six (6) years of relevant professional experience in journalism public relations or press release writing.

A combination of related education in Journalism Print Journalism English Public Relations or Digital Media and professional experience in journalism public relations or press release writing totaling six (6) years.

Document this experience in your application IN DETAIL as your experience will not be inferred or assumed.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Experience in media relations press outreach public affairs or government communications.

• Strong background in writing including news writing feature writing or corporate communications.

• Additional years of professional experience in journalism or public relations.

• Experience utilizing Canva Drupal Constant Contact and Google Suite.

Conditions of Employment with the CDOR:

Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty integrity and public confidence.

As a condition of employment with the CDOR all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations.

Pursuant to theUniversal Driving Standards Policy any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.

To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who:

• Have an assigned State fleet vehicle

• Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position

• Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle

Minimum Qualification Screening

A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.

• Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use see resume or see attached statements on your application.

• Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

• Recommended attachments: Resume Cover letter

• List your employment history starting with the most recent job including part-time temporary and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization list each job held as a separate period of employment.

• Information must be accurate including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.

• The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Email Address:

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from and addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

Equity Diversity and Inclusion Compliance

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do including hiring employment and advancement opportunities. 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.

The Colorado Department of Revenue 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 inbox

We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

Methods of Appointment:

Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However at the discretion of the appointing authority the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.

Step Pay Program:

Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classifications pay range based on completed years in their current class series.