Marketing and Communications Specialist | Denver Clerk and Recorder

About Our Job With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

Final date to receive applications and Required Materials This job posting will accept applications until 11:59PM on Wednesday, October 28. We kindly request that you submit a resume and cover letter with your application materials. Please be prepared to upload a sample of your recent marketing or communications work. This does not need to be a full portfolio, and you are not expected to create new materials for this application.

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service 457B Retirement Plan 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The hiring salary range for this position is $86,634/year - $105,000/year, based on experience.

This position follows a hybrid work model, with a minimum of three onsite days per week at the Denver Clerk and Recorder Offices (200 West 14th Ave, Denver). Remote work must be performed within the state of Colorado.

The Denver Clerk and Recorder’s (DCR) Office, led by the Honorable Paul

D. López, is an independently elected agency serving the residents of Denver. We embody multiple civic functions, acting as the City Clerk, County Recorder, Public Trustee, and Chief Elections Official, within a single office. Our responsibilities include administering elections, preserving and providing public records, managing land transactions and foreclosures, and issuing marriage and civil union licenses. Our mission is clear: to serve the people of Denver by providing accessible, reliable, and secure civic services.

This commitment guides everything we do, ensuring democracy, marriage equality, transparent record access, and fair processes are fundamental rights for all Denverites. By joining our team, you’ll play a vital role in upholding Denver’s democratic principles and delivering essential public services with integrity, innovation, and compassion. Learn more about the Office of the Clerk and Recorder by visiting our website.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the strategy, design, and execution of social media content across all agency platforms, ensuring messaging is accurate, engaging, accessible, and aligned with DCR’s brand.
• Develop and manage visual storytelling initiatives, including graphics, infographics, brand visuals, short‑form video, and other creative content that communicates complex civic topics clearly and effectively.
• Serve as a primary public relations partner for the agency by drafting press releases, media statements, talking points, and proactive story pitches.
• Collaborate with leadership to craft agency newsletters, internal communications, and major public‑facing announcements.
• Support and at times lead media relations, including responding to inquiries, preparing briefing materials, coordinating interviews, and maintaining strong relationships with reporters and community partners.
• Assist with or manage crisis and emergency communications by developing responsive messaging, supporting media coordination, and ensuring timely, accurate public updates.
• Develop and refine marketing collateral for digital, print, and community‑based channels to…