Associate Director of the Colorado Catholic Conference

Associate Director of the Colorado Catholic Conference
Location: Denver, CO multiple locations

Are you ready to bring your professional talents and Catholic faith together to impact Colorado politics? The Colorado Catholic Conference is seeking an Associate Director to represent the Bishops of Colorado before government bodies and key organizations while supporting the Executive Director in executing the CCC Board’s directives and advancing our mission to uphold the dignity of human life and the common good in public policy.

Why Join Us?

• Live Your Faith: Be part of a workplace where Catholic values are celebrated and integrated into daily life.
• Mission-Driven Work: Your contributions will have a lasting impact on our Church and community.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team committed to fostering human flourishing and proclaiming the Gospel.

Key Responsibilities

• Public Policy & Advocacy: Assist the Executive Director in analyzing and responding to public policy at all levels of government and its impact on the Catholic Church in Colorado. Monitor and research state and federal legislation affecting human dignity and the common good. Testify before state government entities and coordinate expert testimony as needed. Draft policy positions, legislative testimony, and prepare updates, correspondence and website/social media content. Lobby lawmakers and submit monthly lobbying reports. Attend legislative committee hearings, interim hearings, and policy meetings.

• Catholic Engagement & Outreach: Manage the Parish-based Legislative Leadership Network, expanding the Catholic Conference’s reach through the Catholic faithful and parish leaders. Plan and coordinate legislative events, training and outreach for clergy and laity. Speak at parishes and Catholic organizations to promote engagement in public policy. Maintain strong relationships with the three Colorado dioceses.

• Coalition Building & Communications: Assist with all communications including website updates, listservs, social media and media outreach. Participate in coalitions and launch new coalitions with external partners to achieve common good of all Coloradans.
• Strategic & Administrative Support: Gather data for the Economic Impact of the Catholic Church report, which can be found here: https://www.ipr.catholic.edu/catholic-programs-serving-the-colorado-community. Assist in preparing agendas and materials for the CCC Board of Governors’ bi-annual meetings, Attend the National State Catholic Conference Associate Director Meeting and other policy/coalition meetings.  Support needed administrative work when applicable.

What We’re Looking For

• Be a fully initiated, practicing Catholic, faithfully living out the Church’s precepts and committed to the mission of upholding human life and the common good in public policy.
• Knowledge of Catholic Social Teaching
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in public policy, government relations or law.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in lobbying.
• In-depth understanding of the legislative process with strong analytical and research abilities.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong organizational skills.
• Spanish language fluency preferred.
• Master’s or Juris Doctor degree preferred.

Great Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage options

Teladoc Services

Alternative Care coverage options for Chiropractic/Acupuncture/Spiritual Care/Massage Therapy/Naturopathy.

Natural Family Planning up to $500 per year for education, supplies, and materials.

Maternity Management Program Guidance and educational materials

Paid Parental Leave

Generous Paid Time Off: 22 days starting (accrued) 18 paid holidays (including the full week between Christmas and New Year’s.

Retirement Plan: Annual Employer Contribution of 6% of salary to retirement plan plus employee deferrals.

Employer-Paid Life Insurance, and Short & Long-term disability

Catholic Biblical School: Free and discount courses

TO APPLY:

Please email your resume, cover letter, writing sample (500-1,000 words), and three references to Bvessely@cocatholic.org

Salary : $100,000 - $115,000