Program Liaison

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

3d • $68,773 - $81,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Denver Economic Development and Opportunity (DEDO) is seeking a Program Liaison to support the operational and business needs of the Workforce Industry Initiative unit. This position plays a key role in supporting jobseeker and employer services delivered through the Technology Employment in Colorado Partnership team, Denver Workforce Development, and the broader public workforce system. The role also provides support to contracted and system partners, as well as other Denver Economic Development & Opportunity (DEDO) initiatives. This role is also responsible for building and maintaining relationships with businesses and hiring managers in targeted industries, including Cybersecurity, Aerospace, Advanced Manufacturing, and Quantum. Through these partnerships, the Program Liaison identifies and evaluates workforce and hiring needs, and collaborates with employers to develop and implement talent pipeline solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business development, computer sciences, workforce development or related field.
• Three (3) years’ experience performing full performance professional level duties within a specialized, functional area. (This does not include clerical experience.)
• Proficiency with Artificial Intelligence platforms, MS Office Suite, and conferencing software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
• Valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Workforce Development experience with a concentration on program management, business development, or sector partnership development
• Experience working and convening with employer partners, training providers, community-based organizations, and industry associations

Responsibilities

• Support the operational and business needs of the Workforce Industry Initiative unit.
• Support jobseeker and employer services delivered through the Technology Employment in Colorado Partnership team, Denver Workforce Development, and the broader public workforce system.
• Provide support to contracted and system partners, as well as other Denver Economic Development & Opportunity (DEDO) initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with businesses and hiring managers in targeted industries, including Cybersecurity, Aerospace, Advanced Manufacturing, and Quantum.
• Identify and evaluate workforce and hiring needs through partnerships.
• Collaborate with employers to develop and implement talent pipeline solutions.

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
• 13 paid holidays
• 1 personal holiday
• 1 Wellness Day
• 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: Mid Level