Stimulus Fund Consultant
Full Time
Denver, CO
$66,444 - $78,300 a year
Posted Just posted
Job description
Department Information
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON FRIDAY MAY 19, 2023
This is a grant funded position expected to expire on December 31, 2024. The individual hired for this position will be required to sign a waiver of retention rights
This position will have remote and hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.
The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.
This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.
We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.
In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
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Medical and dental health plans
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Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
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Paid life insurance
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Short- and long-term disability coverage
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11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
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BenefitHub state employee discount program
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MotivateMe employee wellness program
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Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
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Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
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RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program
- Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs
Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home
PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.
Description of Job
The salary range for this position:
$2,555.54 - $3,011.54 Biweekly
$5,537.00 - $6,525.00 Monthly
$66,444.00 - $78,300.00 Annually
The Colorado Workforce Development Council (CWDC or “the Council ”), is a business-led council representing business, economic development, education, workforce and government throughout Colorado. The CWDC is the State Workforce Development Board for Colorado. The CWDC Office is the work unit that supports the Council and is housed in CDLE for administrative efficiencies, however it exists to support all state agencies related to economic development, education and workforce in achieving excellence in service delivery to business, including effective and efficient government policies and elimination of unnecessary barriers (red-tape) that negatively affect business’s ability to thrive and create jobs in Colorado.
This Council Office exists to provide strategic, administrative, technical, and logistical support to the Colorado Workforce Development Council (CWDC), its sub-committees and its task groups, as well as the Business Experiential Learning Commission. The unit administers and/or collaborates on the federal Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA), and statewide workforce system programs, grants, and initiatives. The unit represents and makes recommendations to the Governor on issues related to WIOA and other workforce issues. The unit facilitates collaboration among state agencies and partners to ensure effective and efficient leveraging of resources and to help reduce redundancy, including managing the support needed to ensure the success of this collaboration of partners and agencies. The CWDC work unit carries out the recommendations and work plans mandated by the CWDC members according to the rules and 1 regulations of the Colorado Department of Labor & Employment (CDLE).
As a member of the stimulus programs team, the Consultant will play a key role in supporting the economic recovery of Colorado from the COVID-19 pandemic. The position will serve as a project manager for statewide initiatives identified by the CWDC and is accountable for the execution of projects and distribution of funds from HB21-1264. The position will have oversight of projects involving industry partners, sector partnerships, employers, and the entities that support these stakeholders, providing key support to all partners involved. With the support of a project coordinator, the Consultant will be responsible for successful achievement of deliverables, reporting data on all programs to leadership, and innovating as needed to realize results.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Substitutions:
Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year
basis.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.
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Three years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position to include: Acting as a project manager in the fields of business or operations. Performing strategic project planning/change management across multiple units/cross functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Project Management Professional Certification
- Understanding of AGILE project methodology
- Previous experience performing alike duties as a State of Colorado classified employee.
- Organizing and Planning - Efficiently focusing energy and resources on the right thing
- Problem Solving and Decision Making - Creative analysis and good judgement
- Critical Analytics
- Collaboration/Teamwork
- Relationship Management
Conditions of Employment:
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Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
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You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.
Supplemental Information
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: martina.olague
@state.co
.us
Minimum Qualification Screening
A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.
Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.
Supplemental Questions
Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Jay Wilson, at jay.wilson@state.co.us. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.
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