Compliance & Policy Assistant

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Government Affairs & Global Public Policy Division (GAGPP) at Denver International Airport (DEN) is seeking a Compliance & Policy Assistant. This role will provide administrative, analytical, and operational support to the GAGPP team, focusing on policy research and analysis. The assistant will work closely with GAGPP leadership and teammates to enhance division work, including fiscal compliance and administrative solutions. The position involves drafting communications, data entry, stakeholder engagement, and contributing to strategic problem-solving and innovation within a dynamic, service-focused team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Government, Economics, International Affairs, Political Science, or a related field.
• Working within an airport/regulated industry, governmental entity, or other complex organization.
• Forging trustworthy relationships and executing responsibilities in a professional, customer service-oriented, discrete manner.
• Ability to anticipate and meet deadlines; support division priorities and initiatives in a variety of formats and technology platforms; and prepare correspondence and strategic engagement materials.
• Exceptional comprehension and interpersonal skills, including active listening and strong written, verbal, and nonverbal communication.
• Commitment to individual accountability and fostering a values-driven culture of kind, respectful collaboration, cooperation, and innovation across a small, but mighty team.
• Ability to navigate political environments and balance competing interests.
• Cultural competency, including contributing to engagement strategies that resonate with diverse populations, promote inclusivity, and address equity considerations.
• FBI criminal background check is required.
• Must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• An understanding of DEN / City & County of Denver stakeholders is a plus.
• Being politically astute, maintaining neutrality, and demonstrating diplomacy and a high degree of professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist GAGPP with policy research and analysis.
• Perform a variety of administrative, analytical, and operational support duties.
• Support GAGPP Leadership and teammates to enhance all aspects of division work, including policy research and analysis; administrative, operations and technology solutions; and fiscal compliance.
• Draft myriad communications and advocacy materials.
• Perform data entry and information management.
• Assist with stakeholder engagement and periodic site visits as needed.
• Apply emotional intelligence when assisting with sensitive stakeholder matters.
• Contribute to creative problem solving, strategic vision, thought leadership, and innovation.
• Conduct periodic assessments of the effectiveness of Compliance & Policy Assistant duties and opportunities to adapt.
• Proactively seek and implement feedback and opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (effective within 1 month of start date)
• Pension Plan for Life (Employee contributes 8.45%, Employer matches at 17.95%)
• 457 (b) Retirement Plan (no early withdrawal fee!)
• PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year)
• 14 paid holidays
• Merit Increases
• STD, LTD, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance
• CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee Volunteer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2000/year)
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources
• EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)
• Free Airport Parking

What This Job Offers

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