Policy Manager Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver (CCD) 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. Click here to find out about all the amazing benefits and reasons to work for CCD!

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $60,064-99,105/year. New hires are typically brought into the organization with a starting pay between $60,000-70,000/year. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:

• 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) and 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), We Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness Program

• Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources

• EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides); Free Airport Parking

Location & Schedule

The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model. Employees work where needed, at a job site several days a week and off-site as needed. In this position you can expect to work in the field or on site at Denver International Airport, 8500 Pena Blvd. Denver, CO 80249, 3 days per week. Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days.

Who We Are

Denver International Airport (DEN), with more than 82.4 million annual passengers, is the 4th busiest airport in the United States and 10th busiest airport in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $47.2 billion for the region annually and employing more than 40,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA+ communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) at the center of all that we do.

At DEN, the Government Aairs & Global Public Policy Division (GAGPP) serves as a trusted Leadership partner and provides holistic subject-matter expertise, coordination and collaboration DEN Enterprise-wide. GAGPP focuses on Multi-Sector Stakeholders and Government Ocials to advance DEN's global strategy and innovation priorities. This includes formulating and communicating on policy matters at all levels (international, federal, state, regional, and local); leading CCD City Council Approval Process; and managing strategic community investments through its Memberships and Sponsorships portfolio and State and Federal consultant lobbying contracts. GAGPP also directly advises the Chief Executive Ocer and Executive/Senior Leadership on trends, risks, and opportunities related to DEN's future growth and strategy.

What You'll Do

The GAGPP Team is currently hiring for a Compliance & Policy Assistant.

In this role, your primary responsibilities will be to assist GAGPP with policy research and analysis and perform a variety of administrative, analytical, and operational support duties.

You will be part of a nimble, dynamic, and service-focused team, led by the Senior Vice President (SVP) of GAGPP.

Core duties for this role include, but are not limited to:

• Exercise sound judgment and build strong trustworthy working relationships with GAGPP teammates and across the DEN enterprise to advance the work of the division.

• 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, data entry and information management, and 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.

What You'll Bring

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• 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. An understanding of DEN / City & County of Denver stakeholders is a plus.

• 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. This includes being politically astute, maintaining neutrality, and demonstrating diplomacy and a high degree of professionalism.

• Cultural competency, including contributing to engagement strategies that resonate with diverse populations, promote inclusivity, and address equity considerations.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, or a related field.

• Experience Requirement: None.

• Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.

• License/Certifications: None.

Additional Information

FBI Background Check: FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.

To be considered for this position, you must include the following on your job application (upload the attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab):

• Cover Letter/Statement of Interest

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until Saturday, August 15th, 2026, at 11:59pm MST. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than 8/15/26 at 11:59 p.m. to ensure consideration.

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