Join Our Team

Drive Clean Colorado is seeking a highly organized and motivated professional to join our team as Communications & Operations Manager. This position ensures smooth organizational operations and amplifies our mission through strong communications. The role provides direct support to the Executive Director, manages financial and operational processes, and leads communications to engage stakeholders and grow visibility. Candidates should have a genuine interest in clean transportation, sustainability, and advancing equitable mobility solutions across Colorado. 

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, creative, and able to balance behind-the-scenes management with outward-facing storytelling. Nonprofit experience, including working with boards, financial processes, and communications platforms, is strongly desired.  

This position reports to the Executive Director and works closely with contractors, staff, and board members. The role is based in Colorado, with flexibility for hybrid work in Northern Colorado or remote work statewide and includes regular in-person meetings and events across the state. 

Responsibilities 

• Provide administrative support to the Executive Director, including scheduling, travel, meeting prep, and board communications. 

• Partner with the Executive Director to set priorities, align projects with strategic goals, and coordinate organizational strategy. 

• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and financial reporting in partnership with bookkeeper/finance contractors. 

• Support HR functions, including onboarding, recordkeeping, and compliance in partnership with people operations contractors. 

• Develop and manage organizational systems, calendars, and event logistics to ensure smooth operations. 

• Develop and manage a communications plan aligned with organizational goals. 

• Manage digital presence, including website, social media platforms, newsletters, and email campaigns. 

• Draft press releases, announcements, case studies, and stories to highlight organizational impact. 

• Support events, fundraising campaigns, and stakeholder engagement. 

• Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communications. 

Qualifications 

• 3–5 years of experience in administration, operations, and/or communications, nonprofit experience preferred. 

• Experience providing direct support to senior leadership or executive staff. 

• Familiarity with nonprofit finance systems (QuickBooks, Gusto). 

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills. 

• Experience with platforms such as WordPress, Hubspot, Mailchimp, Canva, and social media tools. 

• Highly organized with strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. 

• Collaborative, solutions-focused, and committed to advancing DCC’s mission. 

• Demonstrated interest or experience in clean transportation, sustainable mobility, or environmental initiatives. 

• Interest in growing into a Chief of Staff, Deputy Director, or senior operations leadership role within a nonprofit organization. 

• Located in Colorado, ability to travel occasionally. 

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, nonprofit management, business, or related field preferred. 

Note for Applicants: If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. We’re looking for the right fit for our team and are open to other approaches to contributing to our mission. 

Start date: ASAP  

Applications Accepted until September 12, 2025. 

Salary Range: $65,000 – $85,000 depending on qualifications, full benefits package includes flexible schedule, generous paid time off, health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, 401K with employer match, work from home stipend, EV stipend and more.  

Send resume and cover letter to: [email protected]