Legislative Analyst; Hybrid

The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect.

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The Colorado Department of Revenue (DOR) is seeking a highly analytical and politically savvy professional to serve as the Legislative Analyst (Budget & Policy Analyst IV) within the Office of the Legislative Liaison. This role is critical in the legislative team’s management of the Department’s lobbying program, fiscal notes, and budget development process.

In this role, you will serve as a key strategic partner to the Legislative Director, acting as a Department representative to external stakeholders, the Governor’s office and members of the General Assembly. You will manage the Department’s legislative tracking system and will craft high-impact legislative communications and internal updates while coordinating vital committee testimony and briefing subject matter experts on the current political landscape.

Additionally, you will drive engagement by managing legislator meetings and overseeing internal follow-ups to ensure prompt, professional responses to constituent and legislative inquiries.

This position is designated as a hybrid work position. The selected employee will work outside of a traditional State facility, but may be required to perform work on site occasionally as determined by the supervisor of the position. It is anticipated this role will work remotely from May - January and will be working onsite at the Capitol January - May.

• Manage Legislative Impacts: Lead on developing legislative materials, tracking of legislation, legislative reports, implementation status of bills, budget requests and responding to legislative and constituent inquiries.
• Drive Budget Development: Assist in the Department of Revenue’s (DOR) fiscal note and annual budget request processes, including analyzing proposed legislation to determine its impact and working with Divisions to determine budgetary needs.
• Advise Executive Leadership: Serve as a subject matter expert and for leadership echelons regarding the legislative process and sensitive communications.
• Coordinate with External Partners: Act as a primary agency contact for Legislative Council Staff (LCS) and Joint Budget Committee staff (JBC) to ensure accurate funding and methodologies.
• Support Legislative Testimony: Arrange committee testimony and ensure Department experts are briefed on the relevant political environment and technical data.
• Draft Communication Materials: Develop written communications for legislators, internal updates, and stakeholder outreach materials.
• Maintain Legislative Systems: Manage the legislative tracking system and provide annual training to DOR staff on testimony and the legislative process.
• Analyze Program Data: Use analytical techniques to reconcile post-session fiscal note activity and track the implementation status and long‑term impact of passed legislation.

• Be part of a dynamic and supportive team dedicated to serving the people of Colorado.
• Direct involvement in the legislative and budgetary processes that support the Colorado Department of Revenue’s mission.
• Grow your career in a fast‑paced and challenging environment.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.

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

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BUDGET & POLICY ANALYST IV

Experience Only:

Eight (8) years of relevant experience in reviewing & analyzing legislation.

OR:

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or…