Communications & Outreach Administrator

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

6d • $68,773 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Communications & Outreach Administrator is part of the Office of the Independent Monitor (OIM), which provides independent civilian oversight of the Denver Police Department and Denver Sheriff Department. The role serves as a key link between OIM, the community, law enforcement, and City leaders, communicating the office’s work and helping residents understand its mission. The administrator is expected to handle sensitive oversight information with integrity, discretion, accuracy, and sound judgment, and to understand Denver’s public safety landscape and identify meaningful opportunities to promote OIM’s work.

The position develops communications strategies; translates complex policies, data, and public safety issues into accessible messaging; and manages content across digital and traditional channels. It leads outreach communications, monitors community feedback and sentiment, coordinates media and City Council inquiries, and evaluates communication effectiveness. The role also assists with Colorado Open Records Act requests and performs other related duties assigned by the Independent Monitor.

The position is based in a hybrid workplace model, with onsite work at the Denver Post Building three days per week and additional attendance at local events as operational needs require. Off-site work must be performed within Colorado. The position is listed as unlimited. The hiring range is $68,773–$95,000 per year based on experience and education; the listed salary range is $68,773–$113,476.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, public policy, journalism, criminal justice, political science, or a related field.
• Three years of experience performing full-performance professional-level duties within a specialized functional area; clerical experience does not count.
• One year of appropriate experience may substitute for each required year of post-high-school education; additional appropriate education may substitute for the minimum experience requirement.
• Submit a resume and cover letter with the job application.
• Valid work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship for employment authorization in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Three to five years of experience in communications, public affairs, policy messaging, or community engagement.
• Strong writing, editing, storytelling, and presentation skills.
• Experience developing multichannel communications strategies and translating complex policies, data, or public safety issues into clear, engaging messages.
• Ability to build trust and relationships with diverse communities and develop inclusive, culturally responsive communications.
• Experience with social media, content management systems, digital analytics, or social listening tools.
• Strong discretion, integrity, adaptability, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Genuine interest in independent oversight, civil rights, transparency, and public safety.
• Experience in government oversight, law enforcement accountability, civil rights, or public safety policy.
• Familiarity with Denver’s public safety environment and community priorities.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communications strategies to increase public understanding of OIM’s mission, oversight findings, and work.
• Translate complex policies, data, and public safety issues into clear, accessible messaging for residents, media, stakeholders, and City leaders.
• Manage communications across digital and traditional platforms, including the website, social media, newsletters, reports, presentations, and outreach materials.
• Lead community outreach communications and promote public briefings, educational sessions, and engagement opportunities.
• Monitor community feedback, public sentiment, and emerging issues; identify trends and use insights to inform communications strategies.
• Serve as a media and City Council liaison by coordinating inquiries, preparing talking points, supporting interviews, and communicating accurate information on sensitive topics.
• Build relationships with Denver’s diverse communities, City leaders, law enforcement, and other stakeholders, and collaborate with OIM’s multidisciplinary team.
• Evaluate communications effectiveness using analytics and community feedback.
• Assist with Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) requests.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Independent Monitor.

Benefits

• Guaranteed lifelong monthly pension after vesting following five years of service.
• 457B retirement plan.
• 132 hours of PTO earned within the first year, 11 paid holidays, one personal holiday, and one volunteer day per year.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within one month of start date.
• Flexible Wellness Day for eligible employees, subject to manager approval and use by December 31, 2026.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level