The Hunger Free Colorado team is made up of a talented group of people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, but we are all passionate about ending hunger for all Coloradans. We work to create positive political and social change and a system that provides equitable food access for all. Knowing its importance to the success of our mission, Hunger Free Colorado is committed to diversity and inclusion within our work and our staff, including groups that are traditionally underrepresented among our sector leadership.
Our Core Values
Equity
Just and fair inclusion in a community in which all can participate, prosper and reach their full potential
Agency
Cultivating an environment for advocacy and self-determination
Collaboration
Working together to leverage expertise, resources and perspectives
Respect
Treating all with dignity and empathy
Innovation
Envisioning and leading change for improved solutions
Impact
Strategically focusing energy and resources to create positive, sustainable results
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Our Employee Experience Vision
Employees can exercise influence at all levels of the organization and are provided relevant and intentional opportunities to grow as professionals and people.
Our Perks & Benefits
Our staff is focused on creating a positive work environment, and are proud to offer the following benefits to our permanent team members:
- Flexible work hours and a hybrid remote/in-person work environment
- SIMPLE IRA retirement account with employer contributions
- Multiple health insurance plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, vision, and dental
- Generous paid time off, including sick, personal and vacation leave, plus 12 company holidays
- Family and medical leave
- Day 1 benefits at no cost to the employee: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability Coverage, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Come Work with Us!
If your values align with ours and the work environment described above sounds like a good fit for you, please review these open positions.
Senior Public Policy Manager
Passionate about working alongside community to drive policy change to end hunger? Hunger Free Colorado is hiring a Senior Public Policy Manager to lead strategic advocacy efforts to protect and strengthen nutrition programs and shape a more equitable food system. Join us and be part of the movement for food justice in Colorado. Learn more and apply for the Senior Public Policy Manager position.
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Public Policy Manager at Hunger Free Colorado leads federal legislative advocacy efforts, with a primary focus on protecting and strengthening SNAP, while also supporting related programs like WIC and child nutrition initiatives. The role involves driving regulatory improvements to expand access to affordable, nutritious, and culturally relevant food through both state and federal systems. It includes conducting policy research, data analysis, and community engagement to support advocacy campaigns. Additionally, the position emphasizes community leadership development and building partnerships to advance racial and food justice across Colorado.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Federal and State Policy Advocacy
- Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
- Community Organizing and Capacity Building
- Research and Policy Analysis
- Communication and Advocacy Materials
EEO Statement
Hunger Free Colorado provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.