Summary
Description
At CDPS we nurture an employee-centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans!
Careers with a purpose:
If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join!
We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery.
You’ll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community!
When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be.
- We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits.
- 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.
- State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP.
- Job protected medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
- Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado.
- Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
- We offer unmatched 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.
- CDPS provides 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.
- Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global University.
- Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.
Description of Job
This position is located within the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM). The division is a dynamic and diverse team that is committed to developing, administering and coordinating comprehensive and integrated statewide emergency management and homeland security programs. The Division’s work ensures the safety and security of Colorado and its infrastructure through unity of effort with local, tribal, state, federal, private, and nongovernmental partners.
Our Vision: A prepared, safe and resilient Colorado!
Our Core Values: Service, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Vision and Excellence.
Our Guiding Principles: Results-Focused, Innovative, Service-Oriented and Employee-Centric.
- Director's Office
- Office of Emergency Management
- Office of Grants Management (Formerly Office of Preparedness)
- Office of Security and Prevention Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC)
- Office of Public Safety Communications (OPSC)
Monday – Friday 8am-5:pm (Some flexibility on schedule)
Hybrid (3 days in office/2 remote)
Participate in State Emergency Operations Center and Recovery activations, as assigned.
Some travel for site visits
- Public Assistance/Recovery Grant Unit: This section provides grant management and technical assistance to eligible subrecipients that have been impacted by a federally declared disaster and are requesting federal public assistance through FEMA. This includes all phases of recovery from preliminary damage assessments through closeout. Technical assistance is provided from application development through grants closeout.
The Preparedness Grants and Contract Section provides management and technical assistance for state and federal grants that are focused on pre- disaster preparedness:
- State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP)
- State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP)
- Urban Area Security Initiative Grant (UASI)
- Non-profit Security Grant Program (NSGP)
- Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant (HMEP)
Prevention (TVTP) Grant Program assistance listing 97.132, Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Grant Program Assistance Listing 97.052, and the State's Preventing Identity Based Violence (PIBV) Grant.
Grants Administration
Administering all phases of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP), Emergency Operation Center Program (EOC), Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention (TVTP), and the Preventing Identity-Based Violence (PIBV) Grant. Administration includes providing technical assistance to sub-recipients of grant awards, processing reimbursements requests, and processing closeout requests. This position assists in training state and local staff on program requirements, including those rules and regulations. This position monitors project progress and milestones to ensure projects are completed within the performance period.
Recovery Regional Expertise
Serves as the State’s main point of contact regarding the SLCGP. Coordinates all meetings with local partners regarding recovery grants and makes suggestions and decisions regarding the application and reimbursement of recovery grants.
State Emergency Operations Center Support
As directed, provides pre-disaster support to the State Emergency Operations Center training and exercise program up to 5% of time. During a state declared disaster, provides operational support to the State Emergency Operations Center as directed.
Recovery Task Force Support
When directed, assumes an assigned role as member of the State Recovery Task Force until relieved by Task Force Leader or Director, DHSEM.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet the following criteria for consideration.
Seven (7) years of professional experience in grants that include using Google Workplace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe)
A Bachelor's degree and 3 years of professional experience in grants that include using Google Workplace ( Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe)
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A Master's degree and 2 years of professional experience in grants that include using Google Workplace ( Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe)
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Ability to prioritize and be accountable.
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Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills.
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Ability to make independent and creative decisions.
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Ability to multi-task.
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Strong organizational and follow up skills.
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Self-sufficient, highly motivated and team player.
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with consistency and reliability
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous state experience
- Grant management or accounting experience
- Federal reporting experience
- Problem solving and communication skills
- Advanced skills with Google Workspace (Creating and formatting documents, using formulas and data analysis in Sheets, designing presentations, managing files in Drive, collaborating effectively through shared documents, and utilizing video conferencing for meetings)
- Advanced skills with Microsoft Office suite (This involves tasks like using advanced formatting in Word, creating complex spreadsheets with formulas and pivot tables in Excel, designing engaging presentations with animations and charts in PowerPoint)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam and a fingerprint based criminal history search.
- Must be a resident of Colorado at the time of submitting the application
- Must be able to participate in State Emergency Operations Center and Recovery activations as assigned.
- This position is grant funded with a high probability for renewal once it expires. The employee will be required to sign a waiver of retention
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
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 Human Resources at cdps_hr@state.co.us .
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.
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email 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.
- 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.
- 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 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).
- Comparative Analysis Steps may include:
- Structured application review by a panel of SMEs
- May include a skills assessment
