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Director of Rural Consortium

Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
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THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON MONDAY, JANUARY 30, 2023

This position will have hybrid workplace options available however it will be expected to report to the listed office address 3 days a week or based on supervisor or business need.

 This position will occasionally be required to travel overnight for business purposes.

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:


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 posting is -
$45.87 - $60.11 Hourly
$3,669.69 - $4,808.77 Biweekly
$7,951.00 - $10,419.00 Monthly
$95,412.00 - $125,028.00 Annually 

   Facilitate the organization, direction and development of the 52 Counties that make up the Colorado Rural Workforce Consortium (CRWC). Supervise and provide direction, guidance and support to the local sub-area directors of the 11 subregions. Supervise and provide direction to the CRWC Administrative staff charged with managing the Consortium’s grants, budget, policies, staff development, WIOA and other federal funding grant plans and reports, leases, and management information system. Works strategically across the entire workforce region with the CRWC Board, Local Elected Officials, and Consortium leadership staff, driving results within the local communities serving jobseekers and business/industries to meet the workforce and economic development needs. Works cooperatively with relevant professional and community based organizations; federal, state, county and municipal agencies; private sector business and non-profit institutions to include, but not limited to Universities, State Colleges, Community Colleges, K-12 School Districts, Economic Development partners, Chambers of Commerce, Human Service partners, Justice System, Vocational Rehabilitation, etc. Foster collaborative relationship between CRWC and other Divisions within CDLE and other State Departments. Effectively communicate with and deploy communication strategies between local sub-directors and the Consortium Board. Effectively communicate with the Workforce Development Council: Regional Directors and designated workforce staff with community leaders, local elected officials, business leaders and other influential parties to ensure the needs of the communities within the CRWC are widely known and properly addressed. Perform analysis relative to public policy, social services systems, and program evaluation. Employs public relations skills, which result in the facilitation and enhancement of private/public sector collaboration. Oversees the development, deployment and maintenance of an array of career services, employment services and resources to assist the Colorado workforce system with career navigation and job searches so that the CRWC can enhance the customers career and economic standing. Responsible for ensuring that the CRWC provides demand driven operations and business driven workforce solutions. Accountable to identify, anticipate and respond to emerging social trends relative to employment and training, such as labor market shifts, unemployment levels and emerging occupational areas that are in demand. Responsible to oversee and lead the tabulation and analyzation of monthly quantitative and qualitative measurements of success and results through monitoring and evaluating grant compliance, performance and funding. Oversee CRWC budgets and expenses to ensure allocation of grants is done accordingly, expenditures are allowable and all grants are spent within the appropriate time frame. Adjust accordingly to ensure overspending does not occur. Responsible to understand and stay up to date with the federal workforce development legislation, state employment and training programs and policies and the numerous related rules and regulations to ensure that the CRWC is in compliance with any and all financial requirements of the funding streams that the CRWC receives.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
Substitutions:
Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required general experience on a year-for-year basis, but not the two years of specific experience.

Education and Experience: 

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.
AND

Six years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position to include: workforce related public programs. Two of which must have included experience with public or business administration, establishing goals and objectives, as well as developing and managing a budget to achieve program goals and objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with oversight and managing Federal and State Grants
  •  Workforce Development and Human Services Experience in grant programs to include but not limited to Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Wagner Peyser (WP), Trade Adjustment Act (TAA), Trade Readjustment Allowance (TRA), Migrant Seasonal Farmworker (MSFW), Employment Support Fund (ESF), Temporary Aide for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), other federal and state discretionary grants or other related programs, etc.
  •  Professional experience building and maintaining public grant funded programs.
  •  Experience with Business Outreach and Stakeholder Networking.
  •  Experience with local workforce boards, understanding of governance and compliance.
Required Competencies:
Knowledge:
  • Expertise working within the public workforce system services, experience and understanding of overseeing federal and state grants to include performance, compliance and spending rules and regulations.
  • Comprehension of federal regulations, OMB Circulars, TEGL’s and PGL’s
  • Expertise working with public workforce system partners to include, but not limited to Education, Human Services, Economic Development, Chambers of Commerce, Business/Industry, Non-Profits, etc.
  • Understands and appropriately applies procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies; maintains credibility with others on matters; and uses appropriate processes and procedures, or systems. 
  • Applies systematic and operational skills and practices when necessary to lead the organization.
  • Broad understanding of building strategic plans, setting strategic priorities and developing and implementing grants and programs. 
  • Expertise in diversifying funding opportunities through resourcing partnerships, applying for grants, etc.

Skills:
  • Facilitation: Ability to facilitate in a multitude of different settings to include, but not limited to: Workforce Board Meeting, All-Staff Meetings, State Director Meetings, Economic Development Meetings, etc. 
  • Planning and Organizing: Must be able to plan and organize the work of the work-unit and groups, using goal setting, objectives, targets, creating work schedules and work-plans with associated budgets and resources, according to the CRWC’s procedures, to achieve the tasks, functions and results/outputs required of the CRWC.
  • Skills with the following platforms: Connecting Colorado, Google, Microsoft Office Suite, Premier Virtual, etc.
  • Program and Technical Guidance: Ability to comprehend, understand, and communicate policies and procedures within federal funding streams such as Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Wagner Peyser, Trade Adjustment Act, Migrant Seasonal Farmworker program, etc.
  • Business Writing: Ability to write strategic plans, work plans, business, emails, scopes of work, etc. 
  • Communication: Ability to effectively communicate verbally and through written means with staff and partners alike.
  • Leadership: Ability to effectively supervise, mentor, and coach. Managing and documenting staff to the highest performance levels and holding them accountable. The ability to demonstrate motivation in teams, oversee processes, guide initiatives and steer employees toward the achievement of goals.
  • Problem Solving: Ability to handle difficult or unexpected situations in the workplace as well as complex business challenges. Assess the issue/situation and demonstrate the ability to identify solutions. 
  • Analytical/Critical Thinking: Ability to investigate a problem and find the ideal solution in a timely, efficient manner. 
  • Public Relations: Facilitation and enhancement of private/public sector collaboration and funding diversification opportunities. Experience and skills with Social Media Platforms.
Conditions of Employment:
  • Must be a Colorado resident at time of application. 
  • You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment to include the e-Verify process.
  • The person selected for this role must maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License.


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.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

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.
Supplemental Information

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: chris.mcgill@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 Interim ADAAA Coordinator, Kathy Golden, at kathy.golden@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.