Senior Manager, Strategy and Special Projects Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/5041331) Apply  Senior Manager, Strategy and Special Projects Salary $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 Annually Location Denver Metro, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number EDA-SrMgrStraSpcPrjs-8/12/25 Department Office of Economic Development and International Trade Opening Date 08/12/2025 Closing Date 8/15/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 1600 Broadway, Denver, CO 80202 FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information oedit.info@state.co.us Type of Announcement This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information The Office of Economic Development and International Trade (“OEDIT”) was created to foster a positive business climate that encourages quality economic development through the support of local and regional economic development activities throughout the State of Colorado. A comprehensive slate of programs within OEDIT’s divisions work together to offer economic development services for all Colorado businesses – new and expanding, traditional and emerging, small and large – including retention programs to ensure continued competitiveness of Colorado’s economic base, and job training to keep Colorado’s workforce the best in the nation. Description of Job POSITION NOTE:This posting is open only to individuals on a promotional list of the listed department. The posting is for transparency purposes only to comply with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Applications from individuals not on the department promotional list will not be accepted. The Senior Manager, Strategy and Special Projects will lead key initiatives within OEDIT’s Business Support Division. This role will oversee strategic and fundraising efforts in the division, coordinate office and division level collaboration, and oversee special projects as assigned. Additionally, this position will manage all Cannabis Business Office (CBO) programs, lead fundraising efforts for the Small Business Development Centers (SBDC), and serve as the division's ADA Coordinator. The Senior Manager, Strategy and Special Projects reports to the Director of Business Support and serves as a member of the division’s leadership team. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES + Strategic initiatives and special projects + Lead division wide efforts on strategic developments + Support collaboration and coordination across the four major programs within the Business Support Division + Advance unique agency wide initiatives focused on community outreach and engagement + Oversee Cannabis Business Office + Manage ongoing Cannabis Business Loan Fund + Create and track the Marijuana Entrepreneurship Fund budget + Draft and implement procurement requests and contract scopes of work in collaboration with the procurement team + Oversee ongoing contracts and purchase orders for the Cannabis Business grant program, including monitoring reporting and payment initiations + Build a long term sustainable strategy to ensure continuous support for justice-impacted entrepreneurs + Support legislative processes in collaboration with the legislative team + SBDC support + Collaborate with SBDC team to initiate innovative fundraising methods + ADA Coordinator + Provide education and resources to Business Support team members on how to ensure their programs are accessible + Act as the primary point of contact for all Business Support accommodation requests from external parties + Procure any reasonable accommodations for division and office level programs and events + Ensure all division programs, services and activities are accessible to and usable by people with disabilities by conducting regular self-evaluations to remain Title II compliant + Collaborate with the OEDIT ADA Coordinator and Statewide Equity Office ADA team COMPETENCIES + Strategic Planning : Identifies and analyzes organizational opportunities; frames strategic questions; makes decisions and deploys resources in alignment with strategic priorities. + Community Engagement : Connects with, involves, and collaborates with community members to achieve shared goals. + Leadership : Builds team morale and communicates a compelling vision. + Communication : Is understood and understands others; clearly articulates key points when writing and speaking; actively listens. + Results Driven : Sets and meets aggressive goals with urgency and quality. + Project Management : Oversees multiple programs and initiatives with strong planning and execution. + Problem Solving : Applies logic and critical thinking to find solutions. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES + Expertise and knowledge in long-range and strategic planning, fundraising strategies, community and economic development, program development and management + Strong independent work ethic and initiative + Excellent communication and relationship-building skills + Familiarity with state and local government structures + Understanding of Colorado’s small businesses ecosystem EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE + Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Economics, Finance or other relevant fields of study + 5+ years experience in strategy development and program management + Experience in a public- or client-facing role strongly preferred + Proficiency in Salesforce Supplemental Information Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000 Annually This position is considered non-classified, which means the position is not part of the Colorado State Personnel System. Therefore, the individual appointed to this position is considered at-will, and is not covered by the State Personnel Rules or the State Classification System. However, this position does come with the same benefits (retirement, insurance, etc.) as every other State employee, and with the same opportunities, pride and passion that comes with working for the great State of Colorado. Even though employment is at-will, non-classified positions have protections against discrimination and retaliation in state and federal employment laws. “At-will” employment means that either the employee or the State may terminate the employment relationship at any time for any reason or no reason, with or without notice or cause, as long as no federal or state law is violated. A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis. Benefits The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers generous benefits to full-time employees including: + Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month + Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month + 11 paid holidays per year + Medical plans - choice of Cigna or Kaiser; several plan options (including High Deductible Health Plan with HSA); most plans offered with significant state contribution towards premium + Dental and vision plans + Flexible spending accounts + State-paid life insurance policy of $50,000 + Choice of 2 retirement plans (defined contribution or defined benefit) with generous state contribution + Optional 401(k) and 457 plans for additional retirement savings + State-paid short-term disability coverage + Additional optional life and disability plans + Access to the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program + Membership opportunity with the Credit Union of Colorado + RTD (transit) EcoPass + Training and professional development To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit:https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. To learn more about the “State of Colorado For All”, visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion website (https://dpa.colorado.gov/about-us/edi) . ADAAA Accommodations The Office of the Governor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Staffing Coordinator, the Director of Human Resources: jennifer.salvatore@state.co.us Application Your application must provide sufficient detail about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements. 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