Innovation Fellow (Tech and Productivity)

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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:

09/14/25

Division:

Business Innovation & Technology Division

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit 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 Innovation Team 
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 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 a salary and 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. 

 
About the Position: 
Do you enjoy helping others work smarter? Are you passionate about the practical use of technology to simplify workflows and improve day-to-day tasks? Join the Innovation Team as our Innovation Fellow (Tech and Productivity). In this role, you will lead the creation of a new service line within the Jeffco Innovation Lab, focused on equipping everyday employees with practical, approachable ways to use technology in their work. You will be responsible for building this offering from the ground up, shaping content, delivery methods, and feedback loops in collaboration with the Innovation Lab Coordinator. As part of this work, you will design and deliver hands-on learning opportunities, including workshops, lunch-and-learns, and one-on-one consultations, to help Jefferson County employees improve productivity through tools like Power Automate, Microsoft Copilot, and other digital solutions. You will also support other Innovation Lab activities, such as planning, facilitating, or documenting process improvement sessions, human-centered design workshops, and other engagements that strengthen our culture of innovation. 

 
In addition, you will serve as a liaison between the Innovation Lab and the Emerging Technology Team. This includes aligning learning opportunities with broader technology adoption efforts and helping translate exploratory tech projects into accessible, people-centered resources and offerings. 

 
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 

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