Deputy Press Secretary | Denver Mayor's Office

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.

This position is expected to stay open until 11:59PM on Sunday, March 15. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than Sunday, March 15 at 11:59 PM.

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application materials.

The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. The hiring range for this position is $100,000/year - $120,000/year, based on experience. The Deputy Press Secretary position will be a Mayoral appointee.

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

The Deputy Press Secretary position will be a Mayoral appointee, and all City and County of Denver appointee positions are in‑person roles. We believe we can listen better, learn more and act faster when we are able to build strong relationships in the same physical space. While often flexible, our office is not remote.

In this position, you can expect to work on‑site, primarily at Denver City and County Building (1437 Bannock Street) in downtown Denver. This position will also regularly attend meetings and special events across Denver and the metro area, as needed.

The Mayor’s Office of the City and County of Denver is dedicated to serving the residents, businesses, and visitors of our vibrant city. Under the leadership of Mayor Mike Johnston, the office works to implement policies, programs, and initiatives that enhance the quality of life for all Denverites. Through collaboration with city agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders, the Mayor’s Office strives to create a more inclusive, innovative, and sustainable future for Denver.

Learn more about the Mayor’s Office, featured projects, priorities, Denver’s Citywide Goals, and more on the Mayor’s Office webpage.

The Mayor’s Office with the City and County of Denver (CCD) is seeking a dynamic and strategic Deputy Press Secretary to support media engagement to ensure Mayoral initiatives are communicated clearly and accurately to the public.

As the Deputy Press Secretary, you will play a key role on the Mayor’s communications team, supporting the Press Secretary to shape and execute the administration’s external media strategy. You will serve as a point of contact for the media, develop and deliver timely messaging, and help drive high‑impact, equitable outcomes across the City and County of Denver through effective storytelling and information sharing.

This role will also support social media efforts and partner closely with the Manager of Digital Media. You will help develop and execute digital content and strategies that enhance public engagement, strengthen online presence, and ensure consistent messaging across all digital platforms. This role combines expertise in social media, content creation and media relations.

Additionally, as the Deputy Press Secretary, you will act on:

• Media Relations: Build and maintain relationships with journalists, reporters, and media outlets. This involves fielding inquiries from the media, organizing press conferences and briefings, and coordinating interviews. Navigate the media landscape, pitch stories, and handle inquiries from reporters professionally and diplomatically.

• Press Releases and Statements: Drafting, reviewing, and disseminating press releases and official statements to the media is another essential task. You are responsible for…