State of Colorado
Outreach Coordinator – 988 Colorado Mental Health Line
The Outreach Coordinator will strengthen public awareness, trust, and equitable access to the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line. Working closely with the 988 Marketing and Outreach Specialist and the broader 988 Team, the coordinator will support statewide efforts to expand understanding of 988, reduce stigma, and engage diverse communities through events, campaigns, and partnerships.
Responsibilities Campaign Support
Coordinate and staff event outreach and sponsorship activations, including preparation, materials management, event setup and tear‑down, and representing 988 at community events.
Provide logistical and operational support for statewide campaigns across digital platforms, grassroots outreach, and storytelling initiatives.
Participate in weekly marketing vendor meetings to ensure alignment between vendors, the 988 Team, and community partners.
Back up and provide day‑to‑day support to the Marketing and Outreach Specialist, campaign team, 988 Enterprise Board, creative agencies, and stakeholders to ensure consistent and effective messaging.
Community and Board Engagement
Monitor and respond to inquiries directed to the 988 email inbox; maintain outreach‑related communications.
Assist with coordinating community engagement and in‑person outreach events across Colorado.
Serve as backup for marketing and communications support, including media inquiries and coordination when the Specialist is unavailable.
Other Duties as Assigned
Perform tasks or undertake special assignments or projects deemed necessary by the Department of Human Services, not specified above.
Qualifications Experience and Education
Five years of relevant experience in marketing, communications, or outreach; or a combination of education and related experience totaling five years.
Preferred Experience Areas
Public or community outreach, behavioral health awareness, event coordination, campaign logistics, stakeholder engagement, and communications support in a public sector or nonprofit setting.
Preferred Degree Areas
Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Behavioral Health, Public Health, or a closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies
Event planning and community outreach experience in large-scale or statewide initiatives.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse audiences.
Knowledge of behavioral health promotion, stigma reduction, or suicide prevention messaging.
Strong organizational skills for tracking outreach metrics and logistics.
Ability to represent 988 at public events with professionalism and cultural sensitivity.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and event tracking tools.
Collaborative team mindset, flexibility, and attention to detail in fast‑paced environments.
Conditions of Employment
Standard background check and references required.
Motor Vehicle Check required if employee will drive a state-owned vehicle.
Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License or non-restricted U.S. Driver’s License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border.
Out-of-state driver’s license holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date.
Position requires travel throughout the state for community engagement and marketing events.
Former state employees with disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination must disclose information, explain the circumstances, and provide employee number.
EEO Statement The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL” of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.
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Responsibilities Campaign Support
Coordinate and staff event outreach and sponsorship activations, including preparation, materials management, event setup and tear‑down, and representing 988 at community events.
Provide logistical and operational support for statewide campaigns across digital platforms, grassroots outreach, and storytelling initiatives.
Participate in weekly marketing vendor meetings to ensure alignment between vendors, the 988 Team, and community partners.
Back up and provide day‑to‑day support to the Marketing and Outreach Specialist, campaign team, 988 Enterprise Board, creative agencies, and stakeholders to ensure consistent and effective messaging.
Community and Board Engagement
Monitor and respond to inquiries directed to the 988 email inbox; maintain outreach‑related communications.
Assist with coordinating community engagement and in‑person outreach events across Colorado.
Serve as backup for marketing and communications support, including media inquiries and coordination when the Specialist is unavailable.
Other Duties as Assigned
Perform tasks or undertake special assignments or projects deemed necessary by the Department of Human Services, not specified above.
Qualifications Experience and Education
Five years of relevant experience in marketing, communications, or outreach; or a combination of education and related experience totaling five years.
Preferred Experience Areas
Public or community outreach, behavioral health awareness, event coordination, campaign logistics, stakeholder engagement, and communications support in a public sector or nonprofit setting.
Preferred Degree Areas
Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Behavioral Health, Public Health, or a closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies
Event planning and community outreach experience in large-scale or statewide initiatives.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse audiences.
Knowledge of behavioral health promotion, stigma reduction, or suicide prevention messaging.
Strong organizational skills for tracking outreach metrics and logistics.
Ability to represent 988 at public events with professionalism and cultural sensitivity.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and event tracking tools.
Collaborative team mindset, flexibility, and attention to detail in fast‑paced environments.
Conditions of Employment
Standard background check and references required.
Motor Vehicle Check required if employee will drive a state-owned vehicle.
Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License or non-restricted U.S. Driver’s License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border.
Out-of-state driver’s license holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date.
Position requires travel throughout the state for community engagement and marketing events.
Former state employees with disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination must disclose information, explain the circumstances, and provide employee number.
EEO Statement The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL” of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.
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