SENATE REPUBLICANS - FULL-TIME POLICY ANALYST
Overview
The full-time policy analyst will provide detailed research and analysis of legislation for the Senate Minority caucus and staff. We are seeking a policy-oriented individual who works well under pressure and changing circumstances.
Responsibilities
- Read all legislation that is introduced
- Work collaboratively with the Senate Minority policy staff to conduct research and strategic analysis
- Assist the policy staff in preparing memos and reports as needed
- Preparation of legislative research for Senators during committee meetings
- Meet with Senators regularly to discuss committee schedule
- Prepare policy memos for all legislation introduced during the interim
Qualifications
- Familiarity with the Colorado legislative process and recent legislation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Strong reading comprehension and writing skills
- Must be adaptable in a constantly changing environment and willing to work long hours
- Must be able to work in an organized manner, with the ability to collaborate, problem solve, and work on a team while also taking individual responsibility to complete assignments
- The individual in this position will maintain professionalism with every person they work with, including non-partisan staff, legislators and staff of the House and Senate Majority offices, constituents, and lobbyists
Compensation
- $50K-$60K/year commensurate with experience, with enrollment in PERA, the state’s pension program, and insurance benefits.
How to Apply
Email a cover letter and resume to [email protected]
SENATE REPUBLICANS - SESSION-ONLY POLICY ANALYST
Overview
The session-only (Jan-May) policy analyst will provide detailed research and analysis of legislation for the Senate Minority caucus and staff. We are seeking a policy-oriented individual who works well under pressure and changing circumstances.
Responsibilities
- Read all legislation that is introduced
- Work collaboratively with the Senate Minority policy staff to conduct research and strategic analysis
- Assist the policy staff in preparing memos and reports as needed
- Preparation of legislative research for Senators during committee meetings
- Meet with Senators regularly to discuss committee schedule
Qualifications
- Familiarity with the Colorado legislative process and recent legislation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Strong reading comprehension and writing skills
- Must be adaptable in a constantly changing environment and willing to work long hours
- Must be able to work in an organized manner, with the ability to collaborate, problem solve, and work on a team while also taking individual responsibility to complete assignments
- The individual in this position will maintain professionalism with every person they work with, including non-partisan staff, legislators and staff of the House and Senate Majority offices, constituents, and lobbyists
Compensation
- $4,000-5,000/month commensurate with experience, with enrollment in PERA, the state’s pension program, and insurance benefits.
How to Apply
Timeline
- Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, November 1st
- Phone interviews will be conducted between Monday, November 4th–Friday, November 15th
- A decision will be made by Friday, December 6th
- Start date is Thursday, January 2nd
SENATE REPUBLICANS - SESSION-ONLY LEGISLATIVE ANALYST (DATA ANALYST)
Overview
The session-only (Jan-May) legislative analyst will track and summarize every bill introduced and maintain an internal database showing its status. We are seeking an individual with strong attention to detail and demonstrated priority and time management skills.
Responsibilities
- Read and summarize all legislation that is introduced
- Maintain an internal database tracking the status of each bill that is introduced
- Create visual representations of data findings through charts, graphs, and dashboards to make the data understandable
- Listen to committee and floor proceedings to keep track of votes
- Assist the policy staff in preparing memos and reports as needed
- Research Governor appointments as needed
Qualifications
- Familiarity with the Colorado legislative process and recent legislation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Must be adaptable in a constantly changing environment and willing to work long hours
- Must be able to work in an organized manner, with the ability to collaborate, problem solve, and work on a team while also taking individual responsibility to complete assignments
- The individual in this position will maintain professionalism with every person they work with, including non-partisan staff, legislators and staff of the House and Senate Majority offices, constituents, and lobbyists
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated data management and visualization skills
Compensation
- $4,000-5,000/month commensurate with experience, with enrollment in PERA, the state’s pension program, and insurance benefits.
How to Apply
Timeline
- Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, November 1st
- Phone interviews will be conducted between Monday, November 4th–Friday, November 15th
- A decision will be made by Friday, December 6th
- Start date is Thursday, January 2nd
Persons interested in non-partisan positions with the Senate may direct their inquiries to:
Ryan Breitweiser
Journal Clerk
State Capitol
Denver, Colorado 80203
[email protected]
Persons interested in positions with the Senate Democrat Caucus may direct their inquiries to:
Jessica Martinez Vasquez
Senate Democrats Constituent Engagement Director
State Capitol
Denver, Colorado 80203
[email protected]
Persons interested in positions with the Senate Republican Caucus not listed above may direct their inquiries to:
Jerry Wheeler
Senate Republicans Aide Program Coordinator
State Capitol
Denver, Colorado 80203
[email protected]
