Business Advancement Administrator

About Our Job

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The hiring range for this position is $68,773 - $80,000.00/year, based on experience and education. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which includes but is not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

• 457B Retirement Plan

• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 13 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year

• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location

The City and County of Denver utilizes a hybrid model workplace that balances the responsibilities of public service with the benefits of a flexible work environment. Employees work where needed, at a city site and/or in the field three days a week and telecommute remotely at a designated workplace within the State of Colorado the remaining days.

On designated onsite days, you will work at the Wellington E. Webb Municipal Office Building, located at 201 W. Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80202. You may also be required to attend local events based on operational needs.

Who We Are

Denver Economic Development and Opportunity (DEDO) serves to support Denver’s businesses, employers, and workforce, creating shared prosperity and sustained economic growth. DEDO has sharpened its focus and enhanced alignment across divisions, ensuring its work is centered on the premise that quality jobs are the most powerful tool to create better outcomes for Denverites.

DEDO accomplishes this by making Denver a place that is easy to do business with, fostering job creation, and building an economy that works for everyone. DEDO helps residents gain the skills, training, and credentials needed to secure quality jobs while also supporting, growing, and recruiting local employers.

DEDO’s work aligns with city priorities including the Vibrant Denver and Family-Friendly initiatives:

• Growing, strengthening, and supporting Denver’s small businesses

• Revitalizing and investing in Denver’s downtown economy

• Ensuring Denver residents have access to high-quality jobs as well as training and development opportunities

• Making it easier to do business with and in the City and County of Denver

• Supporting economic growth while implementing anti-displacement strategies

• Fostering and supporting a dynamic innovation and entrepreneurial sector

• Recruiting employers from outside markets

Denver Business Development is focused on growing, strengthening, and supporting Denver’s businesses. This division prioritizes small businesses through 1:1 technical assistance, financing, grants, strategic planning, certification, and connections to additional resources. It also works to attract, retain, and grow businesses in the City and County of Denver. Denver Business Development supports entrepreneurs and startups helping diversify Denver’s economy and build the jobs of the future. It sells Denver on the global stage as a destination for businesses to launch or expand operations, and takes benefit from the city’s highly-educated and talented workforce. The division also serves Denver’s minority and women-owned businesses through small business certification, ensuring opportunity for priority businesses.

What You'll Do

Denver Business Development is seeking a Business Advancement Administrator to help businesses navigate City processes and requirements, identify and address barriers to doing business, and collaborate with City agencies to streamline processes and improve the overall business experience. This position will also engage with business organizations and stakeholders to understand challenges, provide guidance, and support a more accessible, efficient, and business-friendly environment.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Business Engagement

• Provide guidance and technical assistance to businesses navigating City processes, regulations, and requirements

• Coordinate with businesses and City staff to resolve challenges, clarify requirements, and facilitate progress on business-related projects

• Build and maintain relationships with trade organizations, business improvement districts, and other business stakeholders to increase awareness of Business Advancement Division services

• Maintain tracking systems and performance measures to evaluate and communicate the impact of Business Advancement Division initiatives

Process Improvement

• Evaluate City processes, ordinances, and policies to identify barriers to doing business and recommend opportunities for improvement

• Collaborate with partner agencies to develop and implement process improvements and strengthen coordination across City departments

• Prepare presentations and recommendations for DEDO executive leadership regarding challenges facing businesses and strategies to improve processes and the overall…