Campaign Finance and Lobbying Specialist
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About the role
With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver 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 1,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. The Denver Clerk & Recorder, an independently elected office held by the Honorable Paul D. Lopez, performs the legally mandated duties of a clerk and recorder in Colorado, encompassing the City Clerk, County Recorder, Public Trustee, and Chief Elections Official functions. Our mission is to serve the people of Denver by providing accessible, reliable, and secure civic services. The Denver Clerk & Recorder is committed to providing accessible, equitable, reliable, and secure services to the people of Denver. We strive to ensure every community member can fully participate in elections, exercise their right to marry, easily access public records, and navigate essential processes with confidence. For more information, visit the Denver Clerk & Recorder's website at DenverClerkAndRecorder.org
Responsibilities
- The Denver Clerk and Recorder is looking for a Campaign Finance and Lobbying Specialist.
- Campaign Finance and Fair Elections Fund Administration
- Lead review of qualifying contributions and supporting documentation for Fair Elections Fund candidates to ensure compliance with program requirements.
- Conduct audits and compliance reviews of campaign finance reports, including identifying deficiencies, documenting findings, and preparing draft materials for review.
- Serve as a public-facing resource for candidates, committees, and the public by providing clear, neutral technical assistance and training.
- Lobbying Disclosure Support and Program Implementation
- Provide guidance to lobbyists and the public regarding lobbying disclosure requirements and use of Denver's reporting systems.
- Lead the implementation of changes to the lobbying program resulting from new legislation, rulemaking, or system updates.
- Assist with developing and updating procedures, workflows, and guidance materials related to lobbying disclosure.
- Provide support for ethics filings for elected and appointed officials as needed.
- Systems Operations and Process Improvement
- Support the operation and improvement of campaign finance and lobbying disclosure systems, including user support and trainings for filers and internal staff.
- Document processes, workflows, and operational practices to promote consistency, transparency, and audit readiness.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, data quality, and customer service across programs and communicate recommendations to program leadership.
Requirements
- The ideal candidate works well independently, exercises sound judgment, and is comfortable operating in a regulated and politically sensitive environment while maintaining neutrality and professionalism.
- Preferred qualifications include:
- Experience with campaign finance, election administration, political fundraising, auditing, or bookkeeping.
- Strong ability to interpret and apply rules, procedures, and technical requirements consistently.
- Experience providing customer support, leading traini
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