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State of Colorado Community & Economic Development III - Multiple Positions in Denver Metro, Colorado
Community & Economic Development III - Multiple Positions
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Community & Economic Development III - Multiple Positions
Salary
$56,028.00 - $72,840.00 Annually
Location
Denver Metro, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
NAA-CEDIIIEXT-04.2024
Department
Department of Local Affairs
Opening Date
04/05/2024
Closing Date
7/1/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Joel Ferguson at joel.ferguson@state.co.us
Primary Physical Work Address
1313 Sherman St. Denver, CO 80204. This position is mostly a remote/hybrid position with as needed visits with stakeholders across the region.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Questions
Department Information
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
This posting may fill other similar positions in the same class including some permanent regular and term-limited positions.
About the Colorado Department of Local Affairs
The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) serves as the primary interface between the State and local communities. The Department provides financial support to local communities and professional and technical services (including training and technical assistance) to community leaders in the areas of governance, housing, and property tax administration. While all state governments provide such services through various Departmental structures, Colorado’s approach is unique in that these local community services are gathered into one Department of “Local Affairs,” which has a central focus on strengthening Colorado communities and enhancing livability.
Vision
The Department of Local Affairs is responsible for strengthening Colorado's local communities through accessible, affordable, and secure housing; implementing property tax law; capacity building, strategic training, research, technical assistance, and funding to localities.
Mission
Our mission is to help strengthen Colorado’s communities
Why work for the Colorado Department of Local Affairs?
The work we do matters greatly. It matters to us and it matters to the citizens of the great state of Colorado. We love our community and are passionate about supporting our community. We value the diversity (https://youtu.be/eAPo-IRsOZU) that Colorado offers. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference in communities across the State, consider joining the dedicated people of the Department of Local Affairs.
In addition, we offer a great location and great benefits, which include:
Medical and dental plans (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits)
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan (https://www.copera.org/sites/default/files/documents/5-112a.pdf) plus pre-tax and ROTH 401K, and 457 plans (https://www.copera.org/members/peraplus-401k457)
Employee wellness programs
Paid life insurance
Short and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
Training Opportunities
Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options
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 (https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs%20)
Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program.
Description of Job
DOLA provides employment opportunities across various fields, including housing (https://cdola.colorado.gov/housing) , property taxation (https://dpt.colorado.gov/) , local government (https://dlg.colorado.gov/) , demography (https://demography.dola.colorado.gov/) , and assessment appeals (https://cdola.colorado.gov/assessment-appeals) .
This job posting is intended to fill multiple positions in both the Division of Housing and Division of Local Government. For more information visit theDivision of Local Government (https://dlg.colorado.gov/) and Division of Housing (https://cdola.colorado.gov/housing) pages.
This posting is open for applicants to apply for multiple positions in theCommunity and Economic Development IIIjob classification.
Examples of the CED III positions filled by this posting are listed below.
Division of Local Government CED III positions
grant program manager
local government program specialist
local government planning specialist
Division of Housing CED III positions
housing recovery program specialist
housing asset manager
homeless program specialist
Community and Economic Development III Position Summary
Project/Contract Management
Position oversees and monitors the assigned projects or contracts.
Ensures compliance with laws and regulations relevant to the project.
Provides technical assistance to stakeholders to ensure required documents meet standards.
Analyzes data to ensure appropriate actions are taken to complete projects/contracts.
Provides training to stakeholders, applicants, or grantees.
Program Development/Planning
Position serves as point of contact for the state contractors (non-profits and local governments) in using funding resources, data collection, and general operation of affordable housing programs.
Plans and studies local community improvement projects emphasizing public/private financial cooperation, community need and project feasibility.
Assesses contractors’/grantees’ performance on existing projects to determine whether they have the capacity to complete proposed contracts.
Assists stakeholders/applicants with obtaining information/documents as required to evaluate potential new partnerships for affordable housing.
Plan & implement regional programs to meet statewide and regional goals and objectives, create and develop partnerships to accomplish collaborative projects with other agencies and design and oversee implementation of regional projects.
Strategic Communication
Implement projects and programs with comprehensive plan development and delivery through effective, strategic communication in written, electronic and oral format.
Build collaborative partnerships by facilitating public and private cooperation with stakeholders.
Utilize creative approaches to facilitate projects such as facilities, improvements, strategies, services while effectively engaging stakeholders in a manner that promotes public trust and accountability.
Effectively adapt communication, documentation and publication to meet the targeted audience and intent.
Communicate appropriate federal statutes, regulations, and policy that apply and evaluates compliance for proposed or ongoing projects.
May serve as a resource to provide skilled application of guidelines, communicate issues, and resolve complexities within the assigned work.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Class Code & Classification Description:
H1N3XXCOMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT III (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4eWjJxR3FBNUNKRW8/view?pli=1&resourcekey=0-yjrgkflVqkq8KsRC28BD4w)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(6) Six years of professional experience in one, or a combination, of the following areas:
program support or management in a government or a nonprofit entity that works with any level of government;
federal, state, or locally funded housing or homeless assistance programs;
federal, state, or local grant management and/or reporting;
real estate, mortgage banking, or lending specific to affordable housing (affordable housing requirements must be the primary focus of the job);
and/or consulting regarding low-income housing assistance or community development.
OR
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in social work, business administration, public administration, finance, political science, urban planning, or closely related field.
AND
(2) Two years of professional experience in one, or a combination, of the following areas:
program support or management in a government or a nonprofit entity that works with any level of government;
federal, state, or locally funded housing or homeless assistance programs;
federal, state, or local grant management and/or reporting;
real estate, mortgage banking, or lending specific to affordable housing (affordable housing requirements must be the primary focus of the job);
and/or consulting regarding low-income housing assistance or community development.
OR
Master's degree from an accredited institution in social work, business administration, public administration, finance, political science, urban planning, or closely related field.
AND
(1) One year of professional experience in one, or a combination, of the following areas:
program support or management in a government or a nonprofit entity that works with any level of government;
federal, state, or locally funded housing or homeless assistance programs;
federal, state, or local grant management and/or reporting;
real estate, mortgage banking, or lending specific to affordable housing (affordable housing requirements must be the primary focus of the job);
and/or consulting regarding low-income housing assistance or community development.
OR
Doctorate degree from an accredited institution in social work, business administration, public administration, finance, political science, urban planning, or closely related field as determined by the department.
This experience must be documented in your application to be considered for employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
State of Colorado experience in local government, housing, homeless, or human services programs ;
Experience providing technical assistance related to grants;
Experience with development, implementation, and evaluations of Federal and State housing programs, standards and implementation in accordance with best practices, particularly Emergency Housing programs focused on housing people from homelessness
At least one year of professional experience in affordable housing or homeless programs ;
Knowledge and experience with federal and state affordable housing programs;
Knowledge and experience with contract or grant budget management ;
Experience in compliance monitoring
Required Skills and Competencies:
Ability to present and provide technical assistance and training to a large group of people.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to work across teams.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong analytical skills.
Effective problem-solving skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize assignments, and organize work to accommodate shifting deadlines.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external customers.
Conditions of Employment:
You MUST be a Colorado resident to apply for this position.
A pre-employment background check may be conducted as part of the selection process, depending on the position that you are offered.
How to Apply:
Applicant Checklist:
Only complete applications submitted on or before the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected. For assistance with the application process, please review the following video provided by the Colorado Department of Personnel & Administration "Applying for a Job with the State of Colorado" .
Work history must be documented in detail under the experience portion of application-"see resume" will not be accepted.
Complete Applications must include the following documents:
1) A complete Application for Announced Vacancy (Submit online using the link in this announcement)
2) A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (Submit online as part of your application)
Required:
3) A chronological resume (Attach to your online application, late submissions will not be accepted)
4) A Cover Letter with a Written Narrative. The written narrative should describe your interest in this position and specifically how your education, abilities, skills and experience relate to the requirements, responsibilities and competencies listed in the job announcement. (Attach to your online application, late submissions will not be accepted)
Minimum Qualifications and Comparative Analysis:
Part of, or the entire comparative analysis for this position, may involve a review of the information submitted in the application material, including the answers to the supplemental questions. Therefore, it is paramount that in the experience portion of the application, the applicant describes the extent to which they possess the education, experience, competencies and background as they relate to the duties outlined in the job announcement, as well as the special and/or preferred qualifications.
List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.
Under "Duties," describe clearly the tasks you performed and the nature of your supervisory, technical, or other responsibilities as they relate to the job for which you are applying. Be complete and specific in detailing of duties.
Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.
Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may affect the applicant's score and/or prevent them from competing in any subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.
Factors to be assessed are those outlined in the requirements, competencies, and preferred qualifications.
Years will be expressed in terms of full-time equivalent service with full-time workload equal to one (1) Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) year. No more than 1.00 FTE year may be credited in any twelve (12) month period. Positions working 40 hours or less per week will be prorated (30 hrs/wk=0.75 FTE=9 mos credit; 20 hrs/wk=0.5 FTE=6 mos credit; 10 hrs/wk=0.25 FTE=3 mos credit)
The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Note: Current and former employees (transfers, voluntary demotions, and reinstatements) if applying are required to participate in the comparative analysis process.
Comparative Analysis:
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis. The comparative analysis for this position will include a skill assessment. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, the next step will include a video or a voice screening of the applicants.
Supplemental Information
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 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.
DOLA 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 a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Joel Ferguson, DOLA ADA Coordinator at joel.ferguson@state.co.us .
Email Address:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time sensitive correspondence such as exam information or notification will take place via email. Please set up your e-mail 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.
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.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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DOLA - By clicking "yes" below, I certify that I understand that effective July 1, 2023, all DOLA new hires, including transfers of current state employees and reinstatements of former state employees, will be placed on the biweekly pay schedule.
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grant program manager
local government program specialist
local government planning specialist
housing recovery program specialist
housing asset manager
homeless program specialist
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