Joel Malecka

About Joel Malecka

I am a strategic leader who has worked across government affairs, legislation, policy…

Experience

1. Director of Government Affairs

   RELX

   Nov 2020 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   Lead legislative and government affairs for the Department, which includes the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, Division of Fire Prevention and Control, Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, Division of Criminal Justice, and the Colorado State Patrol.Manage a Legislative Analyst and support division leaders in operationalizing new legislation, implementing new policies and maintaining compliance with state regulations.Directly impacted over 300 independent pieces of legislation and led multiple coalitions for legislative initiatives.Work directly with elected officials in the state legislature, the governor’s office, industry lobbyists, local officials, and other key stakeholders to identify and develop model policy and legislation.Develop comprehensive strategies that ensure the department’s legislative and budget priorities are supported and passed during the legislative session.Member of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Support Team for the department

Education

• American Military University

  Master of Arts, International Relations

  2007 — 2009

• Colorado State University

  Bachelor of Science, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

  1998 — 2003

Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• International Relations
• Public Speaking
• Public Relations
• Fundraising
• Legislative Relations
• Political Campaigns
• Strategic Planning
• Project Management
• Microsoft Word
• Media Relations
• Strategic Communications
• Government
• Legislation
• Program Management
• Non-Profits
• Event Planning
• Powerpoint
• Public Policy
• Social Media