Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $70,000 - $82,000

Position Summary

The Policy Analyst analyzes legislative and regulatory policies and proposals; assesses their impact on people with disabilities, and educates policymakers accordingly. The position reports directly to one of DLCs Co-Legal Directors.

PRIMARY Responsibilities (not exhaustive)

• Analyze existing laws and proposed changes in state and federal statutes and regulations
• Educate state legislators and other policymakers about the impact of their decisions on people with disabilities
• Develop policy proposals to improve the lives of people with disabilities
• Advocate for DLCs agenda during the Colorado legislative session
• Monitor and review state agency budgets, including supplemental requests
• Track, analyze, and engage in state agency rulemaking
• Build strategic relationships with other advocacy organizations and stakeholders
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of nonprofit lobbying rules and ensure compliance with all state and federal requirements, including reporting obligations and limitations on the use of federal funds
• Represent DLC in public forums, panels, commissions, and coalitions
• Convey DLCs positions to the public and the news media
• Provide trainings on disability rights and policy developments
• Develop and edit written and multimedia content

All employees must respect the values of the disability rights movement and advance the public image of DLC as a trusted and competent resource. All employees must also exhibit work performance consistent with the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct and the National Disability Rights Networks Standards.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Bachelors degree in public policy, public administration, public health, political science, social work, or similar field
• Two or more years of experience in policy analysis, advocacy, government, or another relevant field
• Ability to register and remain in good standing as a lobbyist in Colorado
• Strong communication, research, writing, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Commitment to disability justice, equity, and self-advocacy

PREFERRED

• JD, MPP, MPA, MPH, MSW, or similar advanced degree
• Lived experience with disability

Work Environment

This position is based in Colorado. Candidates must reside in Colorado or be willing to relocate prior to their start date. DLC offers a flexible work environment, with the option to work remotely or from our Denver office. DLC provides equipment to employees to work successfully in a remote environment, including, but not limited to, laptops and phones. This role requires regular in-person work at the Colorado State Capitol, state agencies, and community locations, as well as occasional evening or non-standard hours during legislative sessions.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position. The salary range is $70,000 to $82,000 annually, depending on experience.

DLC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage

APPLICATION PROCESS

Candidates should apply on Bamboo. For priority consideration, submit applications by May 18, 2026. We will consider applications as they are received. Disability Law Colorado strives to build a team that reflects the community we serve.

The call of disability rights work is: Nothing about us without us. We encourage candidates with disabilities and others with lived experience and diverse backgrounds to apply. Apply to the position via the link provided.

For questions about the position, contact Gina Brown, Director of Mission Support, gbrown@disablitylawco.org.

ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Disability Law Colorado prohibits harassment and discrimination based on disability; age; ancestry; national origin or ethnicity; citizenship; immigration status; race; color; hair style or hair texture; marital, registered domestic partner, or civil union status; pregnancy and perceived pregnancy (including breastfeeding or related medical conditions); religion; sex; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation or an employers perception thereof; wage disclosures; lawful off-duty, off-premises activities; because the person is a victim of a crime, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking; military or veterans status; family or medical care leave status; or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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