Denver City Council Aide | Councilwoman At-Large Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

7d • $60,064 - $99,105 • Hybrid

About The Position

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Application Deadline This position is expected to stay open until 11:59PM on Sunday, January 25. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than Sunday, January 25 at 11:59 PM. What We Offer The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. New hires for this role are typically brought into the organization between $65,000/year - $70,000/year. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to: A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service 457B Retirement Plan 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date Visit our Perks and Benefits page to find out more about the benefits we offer our employees to find balance and build a mile high career. Please note that this is an at-will position. Location & Schedule This position requires regular on-site presence in our office and in the community working in the office at least four (4) days per week, with occasional work in the community and one (1) day remotely. The role may also require working beyond standard business hours, including nights and weekends, depending on office needs and community events. Who We Are & What You’ll Do The Office of Council Member At-Large Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez is seeking a highly professional, motivated, and community-focused City Council Aide to support scheduling for the Council Member, constituent services, community engagement, manage office budget and administrative operations for an at-large office, located in downtown Denver. More information about Council Member Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez and the office’s initiatives, priorities, and values can be found on the Councilwoman’s webpage. Our office is driven by service, community, and collaboration. We welcome a professional who brings enthusiasm, dedication, and a strong commitment to supporting Councilmember Gonzales-Gutierrez and the residents of Denver. We value diversity across ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and lived experience—and we reflect that diversity within our team at all levels. If you are a self-starter, take pride in working hard, excel at building meaningful relationships, and are willing to put in the effort to make an impact, you’ll be right at home on our team.

Requirements

• Have experience managing an elected official or executive calendar and schedule
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Exhibit strong attention to detail and a proactive, self-directed work style
• Take ownership of projects and drive them forward with minimal oversight
• Maintain a go-getter attitude and a willingness to work hard
• Be flexible to work outside traditional work hours, including nights and weekends as needed
• Possess knowledge of (or the willingness to learn) municipal government processes
• Demonstrate proficient and appropriate communication with constituents
• Stay informed on current issues affecting the City and County of Denver
• Build strong relationships with the district team, constituents, community leaders, and stakeholders
• Be able to work on-site downtown at the City and County Building office at least four days per week
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Two (2) years of years of public sector experience or similar professional experience that included office administration, constituent services, community outreach, public relations, or communications.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably have previous experience working in or supporting a small team

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, scheduling, and meeting coordination for Council Member
• If attending a meeting, take thorough meeting notes and provide timely follow-up
• Track expenditures and manage the office budget
• Support office logistics and organizational systems
• Serve as a liaison with City departments and external stakeholders
• Respond promptly and professionally to constituent inquiries
• Collaborate with City agencies to resolve district concerns
• Attend and participate in community meetings as needed
• Accompany the Council Member to external and public meetings as needed
• Assist coordinating logistics for events hosted by our office
• Collaborate with diverse populations and community partners on policy initiatives
• Identify city issues and collaborate on strategies to respond
• Build relationships with community members, organizations, and stakeholders
• Managing an elected official schedule, ensuring time is being utilized effectively
• Building and sustaining relationships with city agencies, council offices and community partners
• Drafting and maintaining office documents utilizing various platforms to ensure efficient office operations, including proficiency with Microsoft Suite
• Working collaboratively with people of diverse racial, linguistic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds

Benefits

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

What This Job Offers

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