Communications Manager I (Remote from anywhere in Colorado)
JOB
Serving People. Serving Colorado. The work of employees at the Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT) is challenging and diverse because the needs of agencies, customers and Coloradans constantly evolve. But our focus never changes: improve the lives of all Coloradans through innovation and collaboration. We're building one of the nation's leading government IT organizations by... reimagining how we support agencies, building first-of-their-kind applications, and creating an inclusive, collaborative culture, together. Join us in the important work of providing equitable access to services. We believe equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We know it's important to support each other, and that means having a healthy balance of work and personal time, and benefits that allow us all to have fulfilling lives. Watch this two-minute video to learn about how OIT's mission, vision, and values inspire us to provide solutions that power the services Coloradans rely on every day.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
TERM LIMITED POSITION: This position is term limited with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2026. This position is eligible for State employee benefits and may be extended as the situation warrants. This video explains the many benefits of working at the State of Colorado on a term limited basis. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please review your application to ensure completion. For the most equitable applicant experience, OITs hiring team considers only the contents of your application to review your qualifications. Please do not include any attachments (such as resume or cover letter) with your application as these items are not used by OITs hiring team. Are you interested in growing your communication career while giving back to Coloradans? The Governors Office of Information Technology (OIT) is looking for a talented communication professional to support the State of Colorados highly impactful IT initiatives. Work alongside some of Colorados brightest tech experts as we help transform digital government for our residents.About the RoleAs our new Communications Manager, you will be responsible for setting communication strategies and plans to provide clear, concise and timely messaging to internal and external stakeholders in support of the states technology programs and projects. You will lead the writing, editing and development of a variety of compelling marketing and communication materials including presentations, web content, newsletters, social media posts, marketing collateral, video scripts and training guides to align with the business goals of OIT. In this role you will partner with project managers and technical subject experts to make sure that the value story of OITs work is shared.The ideal candidate for this role is well-organized, an exceptional copywriter, a team player, able to work independently to meet deadlines and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This position is accountable for establishing and maintaining a positive image of OIT through targeted, on-brand communication and strong internal and customer relationships.About the TeamThe Communications Office is a group of energetic and collaborative team members who provide a full range of internal and external marketing communications to support OITs people, programs, projects and services. This dynamic team executes strategic marcom initiatives to educate and engage a diverse stakeholder group including employees, state agency customers, legislature, local and national press, and the residents of Colorado. The Communications team consists of staff uniquely experienced in customer and employee communications, creative services, media relations, branding and marketing. We work hard and have fun along the way!Key responsibilities: Develop and execute effective, data-driven communication strategies and plans to promote IT initiatives to state agency customers.Determine messaging and branding strategies for target audiences and maintain a positive image of the OIT brand.Produce a variety of written and multimedia content, including video scripts, graphics, email newsletters, one-sheets, FAQs, etc.Lead and manage customer education and awareness campaigns to showcase the value of OITs initiatives.Track and report on communication KPIs toward the achievement of organizational goals.Build strong relationships across multiple departments and ensure key stakeholders are consulted and/or informed of communication plans, timelines and decisions.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
If this posting indicates remote from anywhere in CO in the title, periodic reporting to the primary state work location designated for the position is required. All remote work must be performed in Colorado. While candidates from out of state will be considered for this role, the candidate selected for the position must relocate and reside in Colorado on the first day of their new position. There is no form of relocation assistance, financial or otherwise, available for any position. A reasonable timeframe for relocation will be established on an individual basis, while considering business needs, and determining a start date. Our application process and what to expect after you apply are described in the videos found here.The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Governor's Office of Information Technology is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator at [email protected] or call (303) 764-7900.This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies based upon business need. The Governor's Office of Information Technology does NOT offer sponsored Visas for employment purposes
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Serving People. Serving Colorado. The work of employees at the Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT) is challenging and diverse because the needs of agencies, customers and Coloradans constantly evolve. But our focus never changes: improve the lives of all Coloradans through innovation and collaboration. We're building one of the nation's leading government IT organizations by... reimagining how we support agencies, building first-of-their-kind applications, and creating an inclusive, collaborative culture, together. Join us in the important work of providing equitable access to services. We believe equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We know it's important to support each other, and that means having a healthy balance of work and personal time, and benefits that allow us all to have fulfilling lives. Watch this two-minute video to learn about how OIT's mission, vision, and values inspire us to provide solutions that power the services Coloradans rely on every day.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
TERM LIMITED POSITION: This position is term limited with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2026. This position is eligible for State employee benefits and may be extended as the situation warrants. This video explains the many benefits of working at the State of Colorado on a term limited basis. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please review your application to ensure completion. For the most equitable applicant experience, OITs hiring team considers only the contents of your application to review your qualifications. Please do not include any attachments (such as resume or cover letter) with your application as these items are not used by OITs hiring team. Are you interested in growing your communication career while giving back to Coloradans? The Governors Office of Information Technology (OIT) is looking for a talented communication professional to support the State of Colorados highly impactful IT initiatives. Work alongside some of Colorados brightest tech experts as we help transform digital government for our residents.About the RoleAs our new Communications Manager, you will be responsible for setting communication strategies and plans to provide clear, concise and timely messaging to internal and external stakeholders in support of the states technology programs and projects. You will lead the writing, editing and development of a variety of compelling marketing and communication materials including presentations, web content, newsletters, social media posts, marketing collateral, video scripts and training guides to align with the business goals of OIT. In this role you will partner with project managers and technical subject experts to make sure that the value story of OITs work is shared.The ideal candidate for this role is well-organized, an exceptional copywriter, a team player, able to work independently to meet deadlines and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This position is accountable for establishing and maintaining a positive image of OIT through targeted, on-brand communication and strong internal and customer relationships.About the TeamThe Communications Office is a group of energetic and collaborative team members who provide a full range of internal and external marketing communications to support OITs people, programs, projects and services. This dynamic team executes strategic marcom initiatives to educate and engage a diverse stakeholder group including employees, state agency customers, legislature, local and national press, and the residents of Colorado. The Communications team consists of staff uniquely experienced in customer and employee communications, creative services, media relations, branding and marketing. We work hard and have fun along the way!Key responsibilities: Develop and execute effective, data-driven communication strategies and plans to promote IT initiatives to state agency customers.Determine messaging and branding strategies for target audiences and maintain a positive image of the OIT brand.Produce a variety of written and multimedia content, including video scripts, graphics, email newsletters, one-sheets, FAQs, etc.Lead and manage customer education and awareness campaigns to showcase the value of OITs initiatives.Track and report on communication KPIs toward the achievement of organizational goals.Build strong relationships across multiple departments and ensure key stakeholders are consulted and/or informed of communication plans, timelines and decisions.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
If this posting indicates remote from anywhere in CO in the title, periodic reporting to the primary state work location designated for the position is required. All remote work must be performed in Colorado. While candidates from out of state will be considered for this role, the candidate selected for the position must relocate and reside in Colorado on the first day of their new position. There is no form of relocation assistance, financial or otherwise, available for any position. A reasonable timeframe for relocation will be established on an individual basis, while considering business needs, and determining a start date. Our application process and what to expect after you apply are described in the videos found here.The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Governor's Office of Information Technology is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator at [email protected] or call (303) 764-7900.This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies based upon business need. The Governor's Office of Information Technology does NOT offer sponsored Visas for employment purposes
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