Role Overview
Healthier Colorado is seeking a
Manager or Senior Manager of Policy to serve as the day-to-day engine for health policy research, bill development, and legislative tracking. Operating within a fun, creative, and “campaign-based” advocacy environment, this role translates complex data into winnable policies to improve health equity across Colorado.
Job Title: Manager / Senior Manager of Policy (Leveling based on experience)
Reports to: Senior Director of Policy and Campaigns
Salary Range: $70,000 – $85,000 annually
Status: Full-time, exempt (Requires in-person presence at the State Capitol from January–May and flexible hours during legislative sessions)
Core Responsibilities
Policy & Bill Development: Research emerging health trends, analyze fiscal notes/TABOR constraints, and work with sponsors to draft bill language and advocacy materials.
Legislative Advocacy: Track legislation, recommend organizational bill positions, support lobbying at the Colorado General Assembly, and monitor agency rulemaking.
Campaign & Project Management: Manage policy workstreams within integrated advocacy campaigns and fact-check communications materials.
Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the organization in coalitions, coordinate joint testimony, and maintain relationships with lawmakers, researchers, and community leaders.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s/JD preferred).
Experience: 3+ years for Manager level; 6+ years for Senior Manager level in public policy, advocacy, or legislative work.
Key Skills: Deep understanding of the state legislative process, rigorous analytical skills, and the ability to write plain-language policy materials on tight deadlines.
Culture Fit: Must embody a “sunshine warrior” ethos—approaching serious policy work with optimism, humor, resilience, and a collaborative spirit.
Preferred: Direct experience with the Colorado State Legislature, health policy (Medicaid, behavioral health), and non-profit lobbying compliance.
Key Benefits
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
Retirement plan (with no match requirement)
20 days of PTO to start, 8 paid holidays, and Summer Fridays
Monthly wellness, parking, and cell phone reimbursements
Professional development stipends and a paid sabbatical after 5 years