Colorado Department of Revenue
Position Overview
The Outreach Coordinator position exists to 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, this role supports statewide efforts to expand understanding of 988, reduce stigma, and engage diverse communities through events, campaigns, and partnerships. The position will coordinate outreach activities, develop and distribute materials, track engagement, and support grassroots strategies that ensure 988 reaches high-risk and underserved populations. By advancing these priorities, the Outreach Coordinator helps establish 988 as Colorado’s trusted front door to behavioral health support.
Job Duties
Support the 988 Marketing and Outreach Specialist in implementing statewide awareness, stigma reduction, and outreach strategies for the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line (Objectives 1–3).
Assist with coordinating and staffing event outreach and sponsorship activations, including preparation, materials management, event setup/tear down, and representing 988 at community events.
Provide logistical and operational support for statewide campaigns, including digital platforms, grassroots outreach, and storytelling initiatives.
Participate in weekly marketing vendor meetings to assist the Specialist in ensuring alignment between vendors, the 988 Team, and community partners.
Provide backup and day‑to‑day support to the Marketing and Outreach Specialist, campaign team, 988 Enterprise Board, creative agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent and effective messaging.
Help monitor and respond to inquiries directed to the 988 email inbox; maintain outreach‑related communications.
Provide support to the Specialist in coordinating community engagement and in‑person outreach events across Colorado.
Serve as backup to the Marketing and Outreach Specialist for marketing and communications support, including assisting with media inquiries and coordination when the Specialist is unavailable.
Other duties as assigned, including special assignments or projects deemed necessary by BHA.
Experience and Education
Minimum Qualifications: Five years of relevant experience in an occupation related to marketing, communications, or outreach; or a combination of related education and/or relevant 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 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 for employees who drive state‑owned vehicles.
Must possess a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License or a 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.
This position travels throughout the state to various meetings for community engagement and marketing events.
Former state employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose that information on the application and provide your prior state 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. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants 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 (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
ADA Accommodations CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment. This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to cdhs_ada@state.co.us.
Benefits
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
Medical and dental health plans.
Employer‑supplemented Health Savings Account.
Paid life insurance.
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center.
Employee Wellness program.
Excellent work‑life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more.
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Values
We believe in a people‑first approach: We prioritize the needs, well‑being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness, and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
Contact Information To apply, please visit the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) website and submit your application through the State of Colorado online application system. For additional support or technical assistance, call 855‑524‑5627 (Mon‑Fri, 6 am‑6 pm Pacific Time) or email cdhs_ada@state.co.us for ADA accommodations.
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Job Duties
Support the 988 Marketing and Outreach Specialist in implementing statewide awareness, stigma reduction, and outreach strategies for the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line (Objectives 1–3).
Assist with coordinating and staffing event outreach and sponsorship activations, including preparation, materials management, event setup/tear down, and representing 988 at community events.
Provide logistical and operational support for statewide campaigns, including digital platforms, grassroots outreach, and storytelling initiatives.
Participate in weekly marketing vendor meetings to assist the Specialist in ensuring alignment between vendors, the 988 Team, and community partners.
Provide backup and day‑to‑day support to the Marketing and Outreach Specialist, campaign team, 988 Enterprise Board, creative agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent and effective messaging.
Help monitor and respond to inquiries directed to the 988 email inbox; maintain outreach‑related communications.
Provide support to the Specialist in coordinating community engagement and in‑person outreach events across Colorado.
Serve as backup to the Marketing and Outreach Specialist for marketing and communications support, including assisting with media inquiries and coordination when the Specialist is unavailable.
Other duties as assigned, including special assignments or projects deemed necessary by BHA.
Experience and Education
Minimum Qualifications: Five years of relevant experience in an occupation related to marketing, communications, or outreach; or a combination of related education and/or relevant 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 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 for employees who drive state‑owned vehicles.
Must possess a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License or a 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.
This position travels throughout the state to various meetings for community engagement and marketing events.
Former state employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose that information on the application and provide your prior state 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. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants 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 (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
ADA Accommodations CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment. This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to cdhs_ada@state.co.us.
Benefits
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
Medical and dental health plans.
Employer‑supplemented Health Savings Account.
Paid life insurance.
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center.
Employee Wellness program.
Excellent work‑life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more.
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Values
We believe in a people‑first approach: We prioritize the needs, well‑being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness, and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
Contact Information To apply, please visit the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) website and submit your application through the State of Colorado online application system. For additional support or technical assistance, call 855‑524‑5627 (Mon‑Fri, 6 am‑6 pm Pacific Time) or email cdhs_ada@state.co.us for ADA accommodations.
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