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This position is expected to stay open until 11:59PM on Sunday, November 9. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than Sunday, November 9 at 11:59 PM.
The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. The hiring range for this role is $65,000/year - $70,000/year. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include, but are not limited to:
A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
457B Retirement Plan
140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
Visit our Perks and Benefits page to find out more about the benefits we offer our employees to find balance and build a mile high career.
Please note that this is an at-will position.
This is an in-person role. In this role, you can expect to work on site at the District 11 Office in Denver. You may be required to work some after-hours meetings occasionally.
The Office of Councilmember Stacie Gilmore is currently seeking a highly professional City Council Aide to provide comprehensive support for constituent, policy, and community impact initiatives within Council District 11. The successful candidate must possess exceptional interpersonal communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and must demonstrate a proactive work ethic. This role demands an individual who can maintain a positive demeanor in a fast-paced, confidential, and politically charged environment. Additionally, the position is at-will and may require availability beyond regular business hours, including evenings and weekends.
More information about Councilmember Stacie Gilmore and District 11’s neighborhoods, initiatives, priorities, and values can be found on District 11’s webpage.
Key responsibilities for the City Council Aide role include:
• Managing calendars
• Handling budget documentation
• Taking thorough meeting notes and providing follow-up
• Serving as a liaison with City departments
• Responding to constituent communications
• Collaborating with City agencies to resolve issues
• Participating in meetings with Neighborhood Organizations and City-related groups
• Attending external and public meetings alongside the Councilmember
• Building relationships and engaging with the community
• Providing support in social media engagement
• Engaging with TV, news, radio, and print media
• Maintaining the office website
• Assisting with the distribution of marketing materials
• Crafting effective written communication for various purposes
• Identifying issues and recommending strategies for district programs, policies, and legislation
• Monitoring legislation
• Drafting official statements on behalf of the office
• Collaborating with diverse populations on policy initiatives
The ideal candidate will possess outstanding interpersonal communication skills, impressive attention to detail, and a proactive work approach. They should either have prior knowledge or a strong desire to learn the procedures of municipal government organizations while staying current on council and community developments. This position requires building strong connections with the district team, constituents, community members, and stakeholders.
The successful candidate should feel confident with:
Building relationships within the community
Advocating for the community on policy and legislation
Drafting official documents
Working with diverse populations across race, language, and socioeconomic backgrounds
We are looking for a highly professional candidate who can bring enthusiasm, dedication, and a commitment to service in supporting Councilmember Stacie Gilmore and the constituents of District 11.
We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.
Education requirement: Bachelor's Degree.
Experience Requirement: Two (2) years of years of public sector experience or similar professional experience that included office administration, constituent services, community outreach, public relations, or communications.
Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements.
Licensure/Certifications: None
Job Profile
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Position Type
UnlimitedPosition Salary Range
$58,656.00 - $96,782.00Target Pay
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