Policy Advisor IV

Department Information

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL

5:00 PM ON FRIDAY, JULY 12, 2024.

This position is intended to be 100% remote but may still be required to report to a given state office due to business need or at the discretion of the supervisor.

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:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans

• Medical and dental health plans

• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

• Paid life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

• BenefitHub 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

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:

$33.72 - $43.06 Hourly

$2,697.69 - $3,444.46 Biweekly

$5,845.00 - $7,463.00 Monthly

$70,140.00 - $89,556.00 Annually

ONA's mission is to facilitate the integration and inclusion of immigrants and refugees into Colorado's civic, social, and economic life. The vision of the Office is that all immigrants and refugees have equitable access to opportunity and well-being. The Office accomplishes these things through coordinated collaboration across state agencies and with local partners.

This position is the lead policy coordinator for ONA. Designs and conducts research and engagement to understand the challenges that Colorado' s New Americans face and informs development of policy options for addressing those challenges. Collaborates with stakeholders, state agencies and the Governor's office in the development and evolution of policy options.

The position will also coordinate office engagement strategies for key stakeholder groups across the state. Collaborate with various partners to conduct outreach and engagement throughout the state. Work to understand the unique and critical perspectives of stakeholders and how they relate to and affect the work of the office. Lead office efforts to identify and strategize around how to address the most pressing needs of the diversity of New Americans in Colorado.

Finally, this position will be the lead staff member for ONA on all communications projects. The position will work with the Director to develop a brand identity and social media strategy, collaborate with program staff on communication of technical documents to support new program development, respond to media inquiries, and develop and deploy messaging.

Key activities include:

• Determine the research and engagement needed to define the challenges faced by Colorado's New Americans and recommend potential strategies for addressing those challenges.

• Help determine office policy strategies by defining and prioritizing potential policy solutions.

• Identify and recommend opportunities to advance policy strategies through collaboration with local, state and/or federal partners.

• Develop a statewide strategy for ONA's stakeholder outreach and engagement.

• Identify key stakeholder groups, establish strong working relationships and ensure consistent engagement.

• Develop a feedback loop to ONA team members regarding stakeholder outreach and engagement that has been conducted.

• Develop and implement ONA's communications strategy.

• Develop and implement internal and external communications materials as needed for strategic updates, monthly newsletters, quarterly reports, and ONA's annual report.

• Establish and maintain ONA social media accounts (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook).

• Manage ONA's listserv communications and campaigns.

• Serve as the strategic lead and ongoing manager and editor for ONA's website.

• Liaise with Governor's office communications office on media/press inquiries that are handled by Gov's office.

• Write memos, reports, strategic updates, and grant reports.

• Copy-edit written communications across the team to ensure accuracy and consistency.

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:

H1R4XXPOLICY ADVISOR IV

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

Seven (7) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position. Work experience to include analysis of legislative or government policies, and communications.

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to seven (7) years.

Required Competencies:

• Attention to detail: The ability to focus on all aspects of a task or project, no matter how small, to ensure it's done accurately and thoroughly.

• Organizational skills: Ability to oversee the analysis of complex human resources, financial, or administrative management, policy, and program issues; ability to oversee and execute data-driven performance management and outcome-based systems and initiatives.

• Critical Thinking: Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

• Complex Problem Solving: 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 data-driven decisions. Approach work with a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset.

• Judgement & Decision Making: Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

• Writing & Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with the Governor's office, state agency partners, legislators, lobbyists, immigrant-serving partners, and other stakeholders through in-person and online meetings, emails, and written products. Synthesize complex information and communicate in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Ability to clearly draft material for campaigns, marketing, and/or graphic design material.

• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively and build coalitions with key stakeholders, speak and write authoritatively and compellingly, resolve communication problems, and negotiate and manage competing interests. Ability to work well with constituents regardless of position and authority, and adhere to clear lines of responsibility and accountability.

• Active listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Marketing & Communications: Possesses a thorough knowledge of marketing and communication concepts as well as their application. Knowledge and skills to operate Google Suite or similar, Drupal 8 or similar, MailChimp or similar, and social media tools.

• Driven Results: Ability to meet organizational goals as well as customer expectations. Ability to work, coordinate activities, and ensure effective performance while operating within strict time constraints and competing priorities.

• Time Management: Ability to manage one's own time and the time of others. Ability to prioritize competing priorities and timelines.

• Commitment to public service: Recognizes distinct differences that come with leading in government versus leading in the nonprofit or private sector. Serving the people of Colorado serves as a guiding force behind decisions. Embraces government transparency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience analyzing legislative or government information or policies.

• Experience in community engagement.

• Experience in marketing or communications.

• Ability to write, speak and engage with government officials.

• Experience working with immigrants or refugees.

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 acknowledgment 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, atspb.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.