Director of Government Relations & Advocacy (Part-time)

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, MPA, JD, Master’s) are a plus
• 5+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or legislative advocacy
• Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes, with experience in program development, stakeholder engagement, and board collaboration
• Familiarity with the accounting or financial services professions strongly preferred

Communication Skills

• Strong written and verbal communicator with professional, approachable demeanor
• Skilled at engaging diverse stakeholders and handling sensitive information with discretion

Data and Technology Skills

• Proficient with Google Workspace and standard office technology
• Experienced in managing databases and maintaining accurate records

Networking and Relationship Building Skills

• Proven ability to cultivate relationships with legislators, donors, and community leaders
• Service-oriented and confident in high-level stakeholder interactions

Leadership and Management Skills

• Self-directed, organized, and effective in managing projects and guiding teams
• Experienced in working with boards, volunteers, and cross-functional groups

General Skills

• Dependable and deadline-driven in fast-paced, mission-focused environments
• Must pass a background check

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands for handling and typing
• Occasionally required to lift up to 20 pounds and reach with arms
• Requires close vision and the ability to adjust focus for computer and document work
• Non-smoking office

Work Schedule and Benefits

• Part-time role: 25 hours/week, with occasional additional hours for events or high workload (compensated hourly)
• 10–20% in-state travel; 5–10% out-of-state travel
• Minimum 20 hours must align with COCPA’s Core Office Hours (Mon–Thurs: 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Fri: by appointment)
• Remote work available with supervisor approval; some weekly in-person work at Glendale, CO required
• Benefits include:
• 9 paid holidays (including 2 floating)
• 40 hours of sick leave and 75 hours of vacation in Year 1
• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 5% (immediate eligibility at age 21+)
• Up to $1,500/year for education or certification reimbursement

Core Values

The successful candidate will embrace and consistently demonstrate the COCPA Core Values:

• We are Adaptable and Courageous – Be afraid and do it anyway.
• We Practice a Can Do Attitude – Yes we can!
• We Are Engaged and Dependable – Count on me. Count on us.
• We Deliver Professional High Quality Work – Excellence is the norm.
• We are Member/People Focused – People come first at COCPA.