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State of Colorado Deputy Division Director (OHFS/OHR/ORO) Management in Denver Metro, Colorado
Deputy Division Director (OHFS/OHR/ORO) Management
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Deputy Division Director (OHFS/OHR/ORO) Management
Salary
$103,644.00 - $165,840.00 Annually
Location
Denver Metro, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
NAA-02452-01.2025
Department
Department of Local Affairs
Division
Division of Housing
Opening Date
01/30/2025
Closing Date
2/13/2025 4:00 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
Melissa Bellew: melissa.bellew@state.co.us
Primary Physical Work Address
1313 Sherman Street, Denver CO. This is a hybrid position that is required to report to the Denver office weekly, or as needed to meet with stakeholders.
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
Who can Apply
This opportunity is only open to residents of the State of Colorado.
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, and 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 communities and are passionate about supporting our communities. We value the diversity 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://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)
Strong, secure, yet flexible Retirement Plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan (https://copera.org/welcome-pera-members/new-members) plus pre-tax and ROTH 401K, and 457 plans (https://copera.org/retirees/peraplus-401-k-457-plans)
Employee Wellness Programs
Paid Life Insurance
11 paid Holidays per year plus Vacation and Sick Leave (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave)
Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
RTD Eco Pass to all eligible State Employees
Flexible work schedule options and hybrid work options
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs)
Training opportunities
Variety of Free discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program
Description of Job
The Division of Housing (DOH) partners with local communities to create housing opportunities for Coloradans who face the greatest challenges in accessing affordable, safe, and secure homes. DOH supports projects ranging from homelessness prevention to homeownership. Our work includes:
Increasing and preserving Colorado's inventory of affordable housing.
Managing rental assistance vouchers.
Creating and supporting collaborative approaches to end homelessness.
Regulating mobile home parks and the construction and installation of factory-built structures.
For more information visit the Division of Housing (https://doh.colorado.gov/) .
Position Summary
The Colorado Division of Housing (DOH) is seeking a strong leader and manager to fill the role of Deputy Division Director. This position exists to provide leadership and administration by defining program objectives, developing guidelines to implement the agency’s mission for all DOH programs including but not limited to programs in the Offices of housing finance and sustainability, regulatory oversight, and housing recovery as Deputy Director.
This position evaluates state and federal statutory changes and recommends modifications to rules and policies that affect the Division’s programs. This position will provide leadership and administration by defining program objectives, developing guidelines to implement the agency’s mission for DOH programs.
This position provides direction to assigned Offices and local agencies regarding policy, program, fiscal administration and evaluation activities. This position must have an understanding of national and state housing issues that affect the Department’s consumers. The position also establishes policies for administration of the programs, implements and enforces those policies, and directs staff to carry out those policies.
Primary job duties include but are not limited to:
Program, Policy and Process Improvement
This position works with Division leadership to make continuous improvement to DOH services, programs, policies and procedures.
Create a vision and design strategy, systems, processes, guidelines, rules and standards for improvements in cooperation with senior staff and partner agencies.
Develop broad program and policy recommendations for the Division Director and Governor’s Office. These policy recommendations must take into account the complexities of federal and state law/regulation and the potential impact on stakeholders and clients.
Participate in legislative working groups to provide expertise on Colorado’s housing issues and Division Programs. Identify opportunities to expand programs and make recommendations to both the Division Director and to partner agencies.
The Division Director relies on the advice and counsel of this position based on their knowledge of DOH programs, housing and organizational best practices and State and Federal law and policies.
Supervision
Provides technical supervision, direction and training to direct report managers and other staff as a second and third level supervisor.
Provides oversight in all areas of program operations including developing and setting methods, priorities, objectives and assignments to meet program goals.
Develops and monitors work plans, coaches staff, and approves and/or denies leave requests to assure adequate team coverage.
Delegates assignments and conducts regular team meetings to educate staff about new program requirements.
Provides decision-making support to direct reports regarding staffing size, structure and management in order to best accomplish program goals.
Thought partner with senior staff reports to improve program outcomes and solve program challenges.
Information Management and Communications
The position ensures that external communications accurately reflect Division mission, policy, and programs. This includes developing and/or reviewing talking points, reports, informational fliers, legislative responses, and media responses.
Position maintains and organizes responses such that future responses may refer to those provided in the past.
Position reviews proposed legislation for its Offices and provides technical input as it relates to Division activities and policy.
Position is the point person for Division audits for its Offices, working with auditors, accounting, budget and program staff.
Backup for Division Director
The position may serve as the backup for the Division Director for legislative, Governor’s Office, media and public requests for appearances or information.
Position will participate in and make presentations at legislative hearings on behalf of the Division Director.
Position signs pay requests, memos and HR documents when the Director is not available.
Participates in Division Directors meetings and State Housing Board meetings as a representative of the Division.
Fiscal Oversight
The position is responsible for the oversight of DOH State and Federal grant and loan programs, regulatory programs, Prop 123 programming and emergency housing recovery programs through the three Offices.
Analyzes program utilization and works with Office Directors to determine whether to apply for future program dollars through Decision Items or Emergency Supplemental Request.
Oversees fiscal notes for Offices in response to proposed new legislation to ensure that fiscal impacts are accounted for in the bill allocations.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Class Code & Classification Description
H6G8XX Management
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience Only: Ten (10) years of relevant experience managing a program or department in affordable housing or human services. This experience must have included supervising management level staff and monitoring compliance with federal, state, or local grants. Two (2) 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.
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Education and Experience: A combination of related education in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Public Policy, Organizational Management, Leadership or a closely related field (as determined by the agency) AND experience as described above equal to ten years.
Ensure that the 'Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for.
Applicants must upload their unofficial college transcripts that include the student name, college name, courses completed and/or degree with date conferred with this application, in order to receive credit. Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution.
Required Competencies
A highly skilled and poised communicator who is effective in one-on-one and in public meetings, with the ability to provide clear, concise, and objective responses to complex questions and issues
Critical thinker and competent manager of critical and changing issues
Capable of sustaining a respectful and productive work environment that inspires teamwork and positive results
Ability to independently problem solve
Strong attention to detail
Strong analytical skills
Strong dedication to public service
Ability to mentor and develop management
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external customers
Ability to sustain a respectful and productive work environment that inspires teamwork and positive results
Ability to provide clear, concise, and objective responses to complex program questions
Ability to lead a team of professionals
Preferred Qualifications
State of Colorado Government experience managing affordable housing or human service programs ;
Experience supervising professional-level employees;
Experience with federal and state affordable housing programs;
Experience in program analysis and policy development;
Experience in affordable housing finance.
Desirable Management Style:
Independent thinker with a creative problem-solving approach and an eye for detail; dedicated to public service; keeps the interests of the region and community at heart;
Self-starter, positive, appropriately assertive, and proactive;
Strives to earn and maintain the local government and community leader's trust and respect, yet willing to raise difficult issues when necessary;
Maintains very high ethical standards; a person of exceptional character who naturally earns the confidence and trust of others;
Politically astute without being political; has experience working with local elected officials and does not resist difficult issues;
Ability to work independently, as well as with a team;
Approachable and accessible to the local agency management, elected officials, as well as to state and Federal government officials.
Conditions of Employment
You MUST be a Colorado resident (at the time of application) to apply for this position.
Pre-employment criminal background checks will be conducted as part of the selection process.
Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement will result in your application being rejected.
Applicants may submit a resume, cover letter/letter of interest detailing how their experience and background address the stated minimum and preferred qualifications/competencies of the job and attach to the online application. Applications left blank or marked “See Resume” will not be accepted. Please address every requirement for the position with your experience in your application.
The application may include the following documents that MUST be uploaded at the time of application:
A resume (this is not a substitute for the online application demonstrating work history)
Cover letter / letter of interest
Transcripts (if using education to meet the minimum qualifications)
DD214 (member-4 form) from applicants that may be eligible for veteran’s preference
Comparative Analysis
Current and former employees (transfers, voluntary demotions, and reinstatements) are required to participate in the comparative analysis process through this job posting.
Applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for the position. Applicants that meet MQ’s will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, training and experience review, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants. Be sure your application specifically addresses the requirements as listed in the minimum qualifications. Address your specialized experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position duties, required competencies and preferred qualifications in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.
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 Melissa Bellew, DOLA ADA Coordinator at melissa.bellew@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.
Biweekly Pay: As of 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. This means you will be paid every other Friday for a total of 26 pay periods over the course of a year. Biweekly pay is also lag pay, meaning you will be paid two weeks after the end of each pay period. Please click here for more information about the move to biweekly payroll.
Technical Assistance: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) please contact NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.
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, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.
For questions related to this job posting, please reach out to Melissa Bellew via email at melissa.bellew@state.co.us.
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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If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, you may be eligible for step pay placement, if hired. Please list your dates of employment and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked and your Employee Identification Number (EIN). Alternatively, you can enter a Social Security Number if you do not recall your EIN:
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DOLA - I am willing to accept an offer within the posted salary range?
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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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In less than 500 words, please describe what you see as the biggest challenge to addressing Colorado's housing market needs.
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The desired management style is listed on this job announcement. Explain if/how your style aligns with this and provide an example.
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Certification and Confidentiality Statement
I certify that:
--I understand that this, my completed Application, the attached Supplemental Questions, and my responses are confidential and that I have neither consulted with others nor received assistance in the preparation, writing, or editing of my responses and the information contained herein is in my own words and was prepared and completed solely by me and only me.
--All the information I have provided herein is true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and is made in good faith.
--I have not communicated the confidential information of this, my Application and the attached Supplemental Questions in any way to other candidates, potential candidates, subject matter experts, or any person.
--I understand that if the confidential information in this, my Application and the attached Supplemental Questions and/or my responses, are found to have been falsified, plagiarized, or shared in any way, I may be disqualified or removed from the position if appointed.
I agree to the terms and conditions of this Certification and Confidentiality Statement.
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