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State of Colorado Grant Specialist III in Denver, Colorado
Grant Specialist III
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Grant Specialist III
Salary
$57,708.00 - $63,816.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
KAA 9612 Grant SpecIII11.24JM
Department
Department of Labor and Employment
Division
Office of Future of Work
Opening Date
11/15/2024
Closing Date
12/2/2024 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
633 17th Street
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
jennie.murphy@state.co.us
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 POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY
This is a grant funded position expected to expire on June 30, 2029.
The individual hired for this position will be required to sign a waiver of retention rights.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL
5:00 PM ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2024.
This position will have remote and hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.
This position will be hybrid and required to work in the office at least 1 day per month.
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 (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits) :
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan (https://www.copera.org/) plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits)
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/hsa)
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/) state employee discount program
MotivateMe employee wellness program
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program
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
Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (https://www.colorado.gov/cdle)
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
Pay for position:
$27.74 - $30.68 Hourly
$2,219.54 - $2,454.46 Biweekly
$4,809.00 - $5,318.00 Monthly
$57,708.00 - $63,816.00 Annually
The Office of the Future of Work (OFW) works to understand, prepare for, and develop effective policy and programmatic solutions to support Coloradans in today and tomorrow’s changing economy. As part of this work, OFW oversees two critical initiatives: the State Apprenticeship Agency (referred to as Apprenticeship Colorado) and the Digital Equity Literacy and Inclusion Initiative. The SAA promotes and supports Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) in Colorado, has total functional responsibility over statewide operation,
procedures, and activities as they relate to RAPs. The OFW administers USDOL-funded apprenticeship expansion grants to increase career and education pathways for jobseekers and students to high-wage careers, with an emphasis on historically excluded populations. The Digital Equity, Literacy and Inclusion Initiative which works across state agencies and community partners to close the digital divide through the implementation of the state’s digital access plan and a statewide Digital Navigator Program. The OFW is also responsible for raising awareness of the future of work trends through regular presentations, articles, and research projects.
The position of Grant Coordinator III in the Office of the Future of Work will provide quality grant coordination over both state and federal grants as assigned. The Grant Coordinator is responsible for the administration and coordination of grants received and awarded by the Office of the Future of Work at CDLE. This position serves as a resource and subject matter expert on grant coordination activities. As a grant generalist, the position is primarily tasked with grant outcome and expenditure tracking and reconciliation, quarterly reporting, grant provision, and grantee technical assistance. This position will help coordinate and administer federal State Apprenticeship Expansion Grants from USDOL and any additional funding received under the State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula (SAEF) grant in future fiscal years.. In addition, this position will help coordinate and support federal Digital Equity Capacity Grant funds and funds resulting from interagency agreements and legislative activities received by the Office of the Future of Work.
The Grant Coordinator will be responsible for supporting grantmaking from federal and state sources on behalf of the Office of the Future of Work and managing grantee performance and technical assistance. The Grant Coordinator works very closely with the members of the Apprenticeship Colorado and Digital Equity teams to collaborate on joint projects and assignments as it relates to grant implementation. The position also regularly works with state and local agencies, industry associations, employers, workforce centers and community-based organizations as part of the work of the Office of the Future of Work.
This is a grant funded position expected to expire on June 30, 2029.
The individual hired for this position will be required to sign a waiver of retention rights.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description:
H1I3XX GRANTS SPECIALIST III (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwUD9Bt4G-21WlZ6THpIWFZKdlU/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-ZbRg29OrXDGG3Frx8sNFzw)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Only:
Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years
Required Competencies:
Strong Communication Skills:Ability to communicate effectively with employers, state agency partners, education and workforce development partners, and other stakeholders in person and in writing. Maintain ongoing communication with stakeholders across the state. Comfort presenting, communicating, and synthesizing complex information to a wide variety of audiences.
Critical Thinker:Take initiative to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options, consider alternative solutions, distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information, and use sound reasoning to arrive at appropriate decisions.
Collaboration:Ability to work effectively with others including colleagues, key stakeholders, etc, regardless of position and authority, to achieve common goals while maintaining clear lines of responsibility and accountability.
Results Driven:Ability to meet organizational and grant goals as well as customer expectations. Ability to work, coordinate activities, and ensure effective performance while operating within strict time constraints and competing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with federal grants and/or grants management and administration.
Experience issuing grants to third-party entities through a competitive grant-making process.
Experience with government procurement and/or contracting, preferably with state government.
Experience successfully managing a project with several initiatives in a collaborative environment with multiple stakeholders.
Experience monitoring and executing the spend down of a large budget within a specified time-frame.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment.
Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can 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/board-rules .
Supplemental Information
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: jennie.murphy@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 ADAAA Coordinator, Sean Montoya, at sean.montoya@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.
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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I acknowledge the comparative analysis process for this position will consist of a review of the information contained within my application/job duty statements and that any attachments will not be included during the minimum qualification screening or application review. The structured application review/numerical scoring of my application will be based on the content listed in the job duty statements, the preferred qualifications, required competencies, and answers to supplemental questions. My responses to the supplemental questions will be scored based on my ability to follow instructions and provide detailed, clear and concise answers to each question.
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What skills do you possess that directly relate to the job duties and responsibilities in this position?
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Please share an experience of a complex project that you managed. What skills were necessary? Were there any challenges you encountered? How did you overcome those?
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Please share an experience of a team that you worked on that was effective. What skills were necessary? Were there any challenges you encountered? How did you overcome those?
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