State of Colorado
PROJECT COORDINATOR - Denver (Term Limited Position 10/1/2024 to 6/30/2029) - Hy
State of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
This position is open to current Colorado residents only.
Hybrid, two days a week in the office (Wednesdays and Thursdays).Term Limited Position (10/1/2024 to 6/30/2029)Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies at the locations below.Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!
About the Domestic Violence Program:
The primary purpose of the Domestic Violence Program (DVP) is to administer state and federal funding that creates a network of readily available community-based services aimed at responding to and reducing incidences of domestic and sexual violence in Colorado. DVP serves as a State authority on development and implementation of domestic and sexual violence policy, delivers domestic and sexual violence-related training and technical assistance to government agencies, establishes state standards that govern domestic and sexual violence advocacy services provided by community-based organizations, and promotes best practices to ensure survivors of domestic and sexual violence can enhance their safety and well-being.
About this Position:This position serves as the coordinator for the development, implementation, and monitoring of the new (DVP) Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Project. This position is instrumental in ensuring that funds are invested in anti-domestic and anti-sexual violence service providers in alignment with TANF and DVP requirements. Responsible for the development of statewide DVP TANF Project standards which includes working in coordination with the DVP Project Manager I and the Office of Economic Security (OES) Division of Economic and Workforce Support (DEWS) team in the creation of project standards, scopes of work, reporting and outcome requirements, and monitoring requirements in alignment with federal and state requirements and best practices. This position provides and coordinates training and technical assistance to support service providers in project implementation. This position ensures contractor and subrecipient compliance with federal, state and CDHS contract requirements.
Summary of Duties:DVP TANF Project Contract & Subrecipient Monitor:
This position coordinates the development contracting materials related to the DVP TANF Project-related services and monitors contractors and subrecipients participating in the project. Staff lead for the production and implementation of a statewide approach to the DVP TANF Project which includes establishing contract and reporting requirements in alignment with domestic and sexual violence intervention and prevention best practices. Ensures the statewide implementation and monitoring of the DVP TANF Project and ensures adherence to legislative directives.
DVP TANF Project Coordinator:
Coordinates the DVP TANF Project in accordance with federal, state, and CDHS requirements. This position coordinates the development of policies and procedures related to the DVP TANF Project-related services and project. This position develops and publishes specific guidance documents for contractors and subrecipients statewide related to the project.
TANF Training & Technical Assistance:
This position utilizes specialized knowledge of TANF eligibility and reporting requirements, and of the connection between domestic and sexual violence and the needs of TANF-eligible families, to support the DVP-funded service providers in achieving contract deliverables. This position creates training and provides technical assistance regarding contracts for the DVP TANF Project and TANF-eligibility requirements. This position coordinates with DVP, OES/DEWS, and contracted training and technical assistance vendors to ensure DVP-funded organizations understand TANF eligibility determinations and reporting requirements related to TANF. Provides training and technical assistance to DVP-funded service providers to ensure organizations understand and implement all TANF eligibility and reporting requirements. Coordinates additional training and technical assistance regarding TANF via OES and/or statewide coalitions.
Other duties as assigned.Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed below to continue in the selection process for this position.
Work experience must be specifically documented on your application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.Minimum QualificationsExperience Only:Six (6) years of relevant experience within social services, community-based advocacy, County benefit enrollment or case management and engagement in project management duties or experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.
OREducation and Experience:A combination of related education in social work, nonprofit management, public administration, or other related human services oriented degrees and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years.
Preferred qualifications:
Specific education and / or experience regarding project management.Strong organization and attention to detail.Strong communication including writing and document creation.Familiarity with technology such as Microsoft 360, Google Suite, Smartsheet, and other project management tools.Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Conditions of Employment:Standard Background. ALL CDHS employees (non-direct contact): CBI name check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), and drug screen (commercial Driver’s license).Term Limited Position - 10/1/2024 to 6/30/2029Travel: This position will engage in periodic travel to contracted organizations in Colorado for the purpose of routine monitoring activities.Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant’s prior State employment.
Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
APPEAL RIGHTS:If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to
spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at
spb.colorado.gov
under Rules.How to ApplyNeed help with your application? Click here.The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact araceli.diaz@state.co.us.About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the
Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a
PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan
plus 401(k) and 457 plansMedical and dental health plansEmployer supplemented
Health Savings AccountPaid life insuranceShort- and long-term disability coverage11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leaveBenefitHub
state employee discount programEmployee Wellness program MotivateMeExcellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and moreRemote work arrangements for eligible positions*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .Our Values:We believe in a people-first approach:
To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans.
Balance creates quality of life:
We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable:
We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters:
We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical:
We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together:
We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations:
CDHS 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, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support#J-18808-Ljbffr
Hybrid, two days a week in the office (Wednesdays and Thursdays).Term Limited Position (10/1/2024 to 6/30/2029)Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies at the locations below.Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!
About the Domestic Violence Program:
The primary purpose of the Domestic Violence Program (DVP) is to administer state and federal funding that creates a network of readily available community-based services aimed at responding to and reducing incidences of domestic and sexual violence in Colorado. DVP serves as a State authority on development and implementation of domestic and sexual violence policy, delivers domestic and sexual violence-related training and technical assistance to government agencies, establishes state standards that govern domestic and sexual violence advocacy services provided by community-based organizations, and promotes best practices to ensure survivors of domestic and sexual violence can enhance their safety and well-being.
About this Position:This position serves as the coordinator for the development, implementation, and monitoring of the new (DVP) Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Project. This position is instrumental in ensuring that funds are invested in anti-domestic and anti-sexual violence service providers in alignment with TANF and DVP requirements. Responsible for the development of statewide DVP TANF Project standards which includes working in coordination with the DVP Project Manager I and the Office of Economic Security (OES) Division of Economic and Workforce Support (DEWS) team in the creation of project standards, scopes of work, reporting and outcome requirements, and monitoring requirements in alignment with federal and state requirements and best practices. This position provides and coordinates training and technical assistance to support service providers in project implementation. This position ensures contractor and subrecipient compliance with federal, state and CDHS contract requirements.
Summary of Duties:DVP TANF Project Contract & Subrecipient Monitor:
This position coordinates the development contracting materials related to the DVP TANF Project-related services and monitors contractors and subrecipients participating in the project. Staff lead for the production and implementation of a statewide approach to the DVP TANF Project which includes establishing contract and reporting requirements in alignment with domestic and sexual violence intervention and prevention best practices. Ensures the statewide implementation and monitoring of the DVP TANF Project and ensures adherence to legislative directives.
DVP TANF Project Coordinator:
Coordinates the DVP TANF Project in accordance with federal, state, and CDHS requirements. This position coordinates the development of policies and procedures related to the DVP TANF Project-related services and project. This position develops and publishes specific guidance documents for contractors and subrecipients statewide related to the project.
TANF Training & Technical Assistance:
This position utilizes specialized knowledge of TANF eligibility and reporting requirements, and of the connection between domestic and sexual violence and the needs of TANF-eligible families, to support the DVP-funded service providers in achieving contract deliverables. This position creates training and provides technical assistance regarding contracts for the DVP TANF Project and TANF-eligibility requirements. This position coordinates with DVP, OES/DEWS, and contracted training and technical assistance vendors to ensure DVP-funded organizations understand TANF eligibility determinations and reporting requirements related to TANF. Provides training and technical assistance to DVP-funded service providers to ensure organizations understand and implement all TANF eligibility and reporting requirements. Coordinates additional training and technical assistance regarding TANF via OES and/or statewide coalitions.
Other duties as assigned.Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed below to continue in the selection process for this position.
Work experience must be specifically documented on your application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.Minimum QualificationsExperience Only:Six (6) years of relevant experience within social services, community-based advocacy, County benefit enrollment or case management and engagement in project management duties or experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.
OREducation and Experience:A combination of related education in social work, nonprofit management, public administration, or other related human services oriented degrees and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years.
Preferred qualifications:
Specific education and / or experience regarding project management.Strong organization and attention to detail.Strong communication including writing and document creation.Familiarity with technology such as Microsoft 360, Google Suite, Smartsheet, and other project management tools.Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Conditions of Employment:Standard Background. ALL CDHS employees (non-direct contact): CBI name check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), and drug screen (commercial Driver’s license).Term Limited Position - 10/1/2024 to 6/30/2029Travel: This position will engage in periodic travel to contracted organizations in Colorado for the purpose of routine monitoring activities.Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant’s prior State employment.
Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
APPEAL RIGHTS:If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to
spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at
spb.colorado.gov
under Rules.How to ApplyNeed help with your application? Click here.The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact araceli.diaz@state.co.us.About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the
Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a
PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan
plus 401(k) and 457 plansMedical and dental health plansEmployer supplemented
Health Savings AccountPaid life insuranceShort- and long-term disability coverage11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leaveBenefitHub
state employee discount programEmployee Wellness program MotivateMeExcellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and moreRemote work arrangements for eligible positions*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .Our Values:We believe in a people-first approach:
To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans.
Balance creates quality of life:
We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable:
We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters:
We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical:
We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together:
We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations:
CDHS 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, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support#J-18808-Ljbffr