Job Description

Posting number: RAA DCJ PM2 #172 09/26

Department: Department of Public Safety

Division: Division of Criminal Justice

Job classification: Program Management II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Safety

Summary

This position is open only to current Colorado state residents.

An eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

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Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities.

Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado.

Our Core Values - Unity, Honor, Service

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is dedicated to non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

At CDPS, our culture is driven by our commitment to creating a safer Colorado and guided by a public service focus. We strive to provide effective solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans. We model a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth for our employees. We maintain a professional and inclusive workplace.

Careers with a purpose:

If you are passionate about public safety and public service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, consider joining CDPS. Our team at CDPS consists of exceptional individuals and is an environment where you can challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career.

We are committed to providing public safety services to our communities including safety on our roads, preparing for and mitigating environmental disasters such as floods and wildland fires, disaster recovery, combating crime, promoting school safety, and victim services.

Classification and Salary:

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT II

Anticipated Hiring Range: $8,071 - $10,492/month; $96,852 - $125,904/year

Full Salary Range: $8,071 - $11,357/month; $96,852 - $136,284/year

Benefits:

We provide a wide range of benefits to our employees.

• Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
• Eligible employees receive Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000. Basic Life and AD&D are provided by the State of Colorado at no cost to employees.
• The State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health, is a no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee’s health and wellness goals. This program offers personalized health coaching, skill groups and more. Participants can earn a $20 per month health insurance premium discount.
• Through BenefitHub, State of Colorado employees have access to discounts, promotions and special programs from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel and entertainment venues throughout Colorado and across the country.
• State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan.
• Eligible employees have access to medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
• Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
• We offer excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA for details.
• We provide generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days.
• The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.
• Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
• We offer Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits.

Examples of duties

About the Work Unit

The Office of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (OMMIR) was established in 2022 through Senate Bill 22-150 and exists to serve as a liaison on behalf of the indigenous community on issues related to missing or murdered indigenous relatives. To achieve this goal, the unit conducts the following statewide activities:•Develops and enhances partnerships with Tribal Law Enforcement and communities;•Collaborates with any relevant entities, including the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs, federally recognized tribes, indigenous-led organizations, tribal and local law enforcement agencies, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation and the Colorado State Patrol;•Staffing and support of the Community Volunteer Advisory Board;•Provides information to families on how to report a missing or murdered loved one;•Collaborates with state and local partners to develop training and education.•Helps connect families with resources;•Reporting out and responding to questions from the legislature and the general public.The Office of Liaison for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives is statutorily charged with serving as a liaison on behalf of the Indigenous community on issues related to missing or murdered Indigenous relatives, supporting the Advisory Board, and communicating with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation on homicide or missing persons investigations involving Indigenous victims, where appropriate, and providing assistance to families of victims. The office has established a community volunteer advisory board to identify and advise the office on various issues of concern. The office will collaborate with the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs; federally recognized Tribes; state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies; and Indigenous-led organizations.

Work Environment

• Hybrid, minimum two days in the Lakewood office
• Travel is required throughout the State
• Work unit core business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with some flexibility available

About the Job

The position will be a main point of contact from the Department to Tribal and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) partners. Problem solving, identifying and implementing solutions to improve communications and interactions between the Department and Tribal and AI/AN partners is a critical component of the job. This position is dedicated to working and communicating directly with the Tribes and AI/AN communities across the state, and maintaining a consistent presence in such communities to develop and enhance partnerships with Tribal law enforcement and communities. The position will develop strong relationships with the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs; federally recognized Tribes; state, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies; and Indigenous-led organizations.

The position will coordinate with Tribal council members, other state and local offices including, but not limited to agency tribal liaisons, the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs, and county coroners to develop culturally responsive training and education on missing or murdered Indigenous person issues, and help ensure spiritual practices or ceremonies pertaining to the human remains of an Indigenous person are respected.

This is a fully operational professional position that must be able to identify and analyze sensitive issues and implement effective solutions. This position operates independently in performing work functions, and must possess a unique level of communication experience and talent. This position serves as a resource to others in the Department, the governor's office and other state agencies.

This position requires independent judgment and the ability to process and communicate complex information quickly, anticipate problems and devise solutions. The position must be able to navigate complex political dynamics relating to the Tribes and AI/AN communities while representing the Department. This position is a Staff Authority on Tribal and AI/AN relations and operates independently, working directly with the Tribes and AI/AN communities across the state.

Key Responsibilities

Tribal Relations

The position develops strong relationships with the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs; federally recognized Tribes; state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies; and Indigenous-led organizations. The position coordinates with Tribal council members, other state and local offices including, but not limited to agency tribal liaisons, the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs.

This position represents the Department at the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs and any related subcommittees. The position facilitates and/or work with the Governor's office staff on the formal Tribal consultations and work to improve government-to-government relations between the Department and Tribes.

The position travels to and interface directly with Tribal and AI/AN community partners regarding implementation of Department policies. The position is the main point of contact for the Department to Tribal partners and AI/AN communities across the state. Problem solving, identifying and implementing solutions to improve communications between the Department and tribal partners is a critical component of the job.

This position works with law enforcement, district attorneys, and CDPS partners to conduct reviews of sentencing in cases of a violent or exploitative crime against an Indigenous person and work to potentially identify cases in which the perpetrator is a repeat offender.

Stakeholder and Community Engagement

This position establishes strong working relationships with decision-makers, community groups and organizations. Identifies key stakeholders both within and external to the state government needed to advance the priorities of Tribes and AI/AN communities. Facilitates all internal and external stakeholder committee and subcommittee meetings and solicits feedback on a variety of health and environmental initiatives impacting the Tribes and AI/AN communities. Educates local and state decision makers and community stakeholders on various needs related to relatives of missing and murdered Indigenous people. Will identify best practices to advise staff on decision-making and the efficacy of potential actions on the Tribes and AI/AN community. Must effectively communicate highly complex technical material and complex issues using language appropriate to experts and/or nonexperts.

Qualifications

Note, to be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following options for consideration.

Proven Experience, Knowledge, Skills

• Nine (9) years of professional experience developing and maintaining relationships with tribal organizations, providing social service support, and developing training for underserved communities

OR

• A combination of related education and relevant experience equal to nine (9) years. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, transcripts must be attached at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies

• Excellent reasoning and analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Collaborative, professional, enthusiastic, positive attitude, able to collaborate, communicate and cooperate with multiple cross-functional partners.
• Execute good judgment and acumen in solving problems. Building strong working relationships and responding to the needs of partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to work and successfully navigate in a highly politically charged environment at times; ability to maintain relationships.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application
• Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, a fingerprint based criminal history search, reference checking, driving history
• Current valid driver's license at time of hire, and must obtain a Colorado-issued driver's license within 30 days of hire. Ability to operate motor vehicles and to travel throughout the state in a variety of weather conditions.

Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Supplemental information

Disability Accommodation

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure equitable opportunity applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at: cdps_hr@state.co.us.

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.

Colorado Department of Public Safety 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.

Recruitment Timeline Information and Important Notices

• Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.
• Closing Date: All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
• Supplemental Question: Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience, career accomplishments, and views about organizational values and approaches, and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them. Answers generated by AI-tools will typically be unresponsive.
• Transcripts: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application should education be used as qualification. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.
• Military Veterans: If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran's preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 "State of Legal Residence" form.
• Application Tips: For an overview of the State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view this video.
• Resumes, Cover Letters, or other documents submitted will not be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this).
• Notifications: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be sent via email to the email address listed on your application. Include your current working email address on your application and check the email provided on your application frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
• e-Verify: CDPS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• Selection Process: After applications are screened for the Minimum Qualifications, CDPS intends to use the comparative analysis process outlined below. Pursuant to state personnel board rule, if there are 6 or few candidates who minimally qualify, said candidates may be referred directly to the Appointing Authority for a post referral assessment and/or consideration.
• Comparative Analysis Steps may include (dates are tentative and subject to change):
• Structured application review by a panel of SMEs - October 30 - November 5
• One-way video interview via Spark Hire - November 6-9
• In-Person Panel Interview - November 30 - December 1