Golden, Colorado, United States
Hybrid
Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
09/02/26Division:
Business Innovation & Technology DivisionManagement Level:
Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility:
This role is a Limited position anticipating an assignment end date after one year and offering Medical coverage for both the employee and/or any dependent children for limited rates.Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
About the Fellowship Program
The Jefferson County Innovation Fellowship is a 1–2-year program that equips aspiring innovators with the skills to transform government services through new technologies and solutions. It is a full-time role with limited medical benefits that can act as a launch pad for a career in civic innovation and technology.
In addition to the work you’ll do, you’ll get to know other fellows through a variety of projects, networking, and social events. Learn more at http://www.jeffco.us/innovation.
Professional Development
The Jefferson County Innovation Fellowship program is designed to provide talented individuals with an opportunity to gain practical and diverse real-world experience in government innovation. Fellows will learn about the inner workings of county government and make a difference in the community through meaningful projects. Fellows will interact with senior leaders, attend high-level meetings, and will be exposed to the responsibilities and challenges of multiple departments.
Additionally, Fellows can expect:
- a stipend for job-related trainings, conferences, or certifications
- mentorship and coaching
- expert-led educational discussions
- training on process and technology improvement tools and techniques
- opportunities to interact with senior leaders and attend high-level meetings
About the Position:
We are searching for a Generative AI Innovation Fellow to accelerate the county’s work around generative AI. This role places you at the forefront of cutting-edge technology evaluations and pilots, driving transformative change across county operations. A successful candidate will promote responsible and ethical use of generative AI tools; research, identify, and lead pilot projects; support policy recommendations; and work to assemble stakeholders around the county for generative AI pilots and projects. A successful candidate will be well versed in stakeholder engagement and communications, able to leverage their people skills in tandem with their technical skills to keep individuals around the county engaged in the work of the emerging tech team.
As a key player in the county's innovation efforts, you'll lead impactful projects alongside the Emerging Tech team that leverage the potential of AI, ensuring that Jefferson County remains a leader in public sector innovation. The position will report directly to the Innovation Program Manager. The successful candidate will have project management and interpersonal skills.
Additionally, the candidate should see obstacles not as roadblocks but as opportunities to get creative, think outside the box, and problem-solve.
SCHEDULE:
This position operates on our four-day work week (Monday–Thursday); however, with approval from the supervisor, employees are allowed to work a five-day work week if preferred.
This limited position is hybrid, with remote work and in-office work as determined by business need.
COMPENSATION:
Hiring Range: $29.00 - $33.00 USD Hourly
Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.
BENEFITS:
Limited Benefits: The employment status is Limited (Fixed-Term) and is eligible for personal medical coverage following the month of hire
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Specifically, the Innovation Fellow (Generative AI) should expect to:
Engage external teams on collaborative projects involving implementation of AI tools
Lead the exploration, evaluation, and implementation of generative AI technologies that can enhance county operations and service delivery*
Engage external teams on collaborative projects involving implementation of AI tools
Lead the exploration, evaluation, and implementation of generative AI technologies that can enhance county operations and service delivery*
Guide strategy and support departmental implementation of AI tools (e.g. ScoutOS, ChatGPT, etc.)
Research, identify, and improve current policy, guidelines, and best practice recommendations to ensure responsible and ethical use of generative AI tools
Monitor and evaluate the impact of generative AI initiatives, providing regular reports and recommendations for continuous improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.
*While generative AI is the primary focus of this role, many solutions leverage multiple types of AI, and generative AI may not always be the best fit. The Generative AI Innovation Fellow will critically assess which AI solutions best fit county needs, with an emphasis on off-the-shelf solutions rather than custom development. Potential technologies could include but are not limited to conversational AI, agentic AI, computer vision, natural language processing, and more.
About Us
The Innovation Team is housed within the Business Innovation & Technology department. We work to build a culture of innovation by championing new and inventive ways of serving internal and external customers, rewarding employee led discovery and inventive actions, and encouraging thoughtful risk-taking. Our goal is to transform the way the government operates by supporting and leading business process and technology improvements.
About You
We’re looking for an organized problem-solver to jump in and contribute to our Innovation team initiatives.
Generally, we’re looking for candidates with the following experiences, skills, and/or interests:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
Demonstrated communication skills across diverse teams, especially when involving technical information to non-technical audiences
Interest in the intersection of technology and how organizations deliver high-quality Services.
Experience using a variety of AI tools, preferably experience working with agentic AI.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite,
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Adaptable as both a supportive team player and leader.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:
Experience keeping multiple teams engaged in collaborative projects, or in engaging
multiple teams and getting buy-in on new projects
Experience working with agentic AI
Experience leading emerging technology pilots or projects.
Experience analyzing business needs, programs, and policies, and creating recommendations for improvement.
Able to work independently and collaboratively in a complex organization.
Experience delivering presentations, training, or workshops
Additional Job Information:
A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.
Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact careertalent@jeffco.us. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.
APPLICATION:
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities
A resume and cover letter submitted with your application is encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal.
For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs
Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us
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