Communications & Content Specialist (Remote

Department Information

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 Department’s 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, please enjoy this brief video!

As part of the State of Colorado, DOR offers a competitive benefits package to permanent employees:

• PERA retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans
• Medical , Dental , and Vision insurance 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 Colorado's Work-Life Employment 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, you’ll help lead our public relations, media strategy, and employee engagement efforts. Whether you're launching high-profile public campaigns, managing top-tier news media inquiries, or crafting compelling digital content, you’ll play a pivotal role in keeping our state informed, connected, and engaged.

We’re 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, we’d love to have you on our team!

• Strategic Planning:
  Lead, oversee, and evaluate specific Division’s 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.

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

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Marketing & Communications Specialist III

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