Industry Workforce Development Program Manager - DenverPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4491766) ApplyIndustry Workforce Development Program Manager - DenverSalary$86,916.00 - $99,948.00 AnnuallyLocation Denver, COJob TypeFull TimeJob NumberHAA-50003897-04/24DepartmentDepartment of TransportationDivisionChief Engineer's OfficeOpening Date05/14/2024Closing Date5/28/2024 11:59 PM MountainFLSADetermined by PositionType of AnnouncementThis position is open only to Colorado state residents.Primary Physical Work Address2829 W. Howard Place, Denver, CO 80204FLSA StatusExempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.Department Contact [email protected] To ApplyPlease 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.
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Department InformationThis position is only open to Colorado state residents.
This position is not covered by the Partnership Agreement between the State of Colorado and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions (COWins).
New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.
About CDOT
Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans’ lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you will have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our careers page (https://www.codot.gov/topcontent/employment/overview.html) to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellent benefits (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits) package!
CDOT for All
CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.
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The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.
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Description of JobAbout the Work Unit The Environmental Justice and Equity Branch within the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) works directly with disproportionately impacted communities in the project planning, environmental study, and project delivery phases of planned regionally significant transportation capacity projects, as well as other department programs. The Environmental Justice and Equity Branch works to identify and address transportation inequities in technological, language, and information barriers that may prevent disproportionately impacted communities from fully participating in transportation decisions that affect health, quality of life and access to residents and disadvantaged and minority businesses in project delivery. These efforts occur in conjunction with ensuring Civil Rights laws and regulations are adhered to within the agency as well as for subrecipients.About the Position As the Industry Workforce Development Program Manager, you will serves as the program development lead for CDOT’s statewide industry/external workforce development investments, including program design and implementation throughout the state. Your role will include determining annual business plans, implementation guidelines, budgets, and directly overseeing the work of personal services vendors receiving payment via federally participating funds. This position possesses a unique level of knowledge and expertise in the workforce development field and is responsible for determining tactical plans to address worker skills gaps and talent shortages in industries that directly impact CDOT’s ability to deliver cost-effective highway design and construction projects for the state of Colorado.Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Lead CDOT’s statewide investments in workforce development, responsible for designing tactical plans to support innovative programming including budget creation, process development, and resource allocation.
Interpret case studies and best practices provided by USDOT, USDOL and other national research partners to formulate federally approved scopes of work that commit public funds to programming that is valuable for Colorado’s infrastructure workforce.
Evaluate and interpret federal, state, and industry guidance regarding workforce development to conceptualize, assess feasibility, and implement programming that has a demonstrable statewide impact.
Act as a direct liaison with USDOT to lead implementation of programs funded by On the Job Training Supportive Services (OJT/SS), Highway Construction Workforce Partnership (HCWP), and National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI).
Absorb responsibility for USDOT-funded EJE initiatives aimed at workforce development as those opportunities and priorities are identified by Departmental leadership.
Analyze research, legislative and regulatory documentation, and policy developments to identify opportunities to remove barriers and address Colorado’s infrastructure workforce needs at all levels, including youth programs, adult skills-based education, and entrepreneurship.
Report to USDOT regularly on programmatic impacts and budgeting, and ensures that CDOT is participating in strategic national and statewide discussions regarding infrastructure workforce development.
Originate processes and guidelines that enable CDOT to effectively leverage public funds to support the development of an equitable, inclusive and diverse transportation and construction workforce in Colorado.
Perform strategic engagement and ongoing relationship development with other state agencies and industry associations to ensure that CDOT is aligned with existing and anticipated programming from other stakeholders who may be better positioned to reach target audiences.
Lead coordination conversations that connect CDOT’s Departmental initiatives with statewide priorities and programming, ensuring alignment with gubernatorial priorities and trends in best practices.
Lead purchasing and contract administration in support of workforce development, providing both strategic direction and administrative oversight of all vendors providing services that leverage federal and state workforce development funds.
Interpret federally approved scopes of work to create tactical documentation that reflects state purchasing requirements
Collaborate with CDOT’s Procurement & Contracts Branch to establish new processes and systems as needed in support of CDOT’s contractual delivery of its commitments to USDOT.
Other job duties as assigned.
Work Environment:
Primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday, with opportunity for a flexible schedule
After a training period, you will likely work a hybrid schedule with approximately two days in the office and three days working remotely every week
Travel required during work hours throughout Metro Denver/Front Range
Periodic overnight travel throughout Colorado
Required to operate CDOT vehicles
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsMinimum Qualifications
8 years of full-time professional work experience in a field related to the Major Job Duties with 4 of those years primarily focused on in the areas of public outreach and engagement for government or non-profit programs, equity-focused program/policy development and implementation, and/or community-focused workforce development.
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A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, public affairs, public policy, political science, economics, sociology, psychology, education, communications, civil engineering, construction management, public relations, marketing, journalism, or another field of study closely related to the duties of this position AND 4 years of full-time professional work experience with a primary focus in the areas of public outreach and engagement for government or non-profit programs, equity-focused program/policy development and implementation, and/or community-focused workforce development.
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A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, public affairs, public policy, political science, sociology, economics, psychology, education, communications, civil engineering, construction management, public relations, marketing or journalism AND 2 years of full-time professional work experience with a primary focus in the areas of public outreach and engagement for government or non-profit programs, equity-focused program/policy development and implementation, and/or community-focused workforce development.
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A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, public affairs, public policy, law, sociology, economics, psychology, education, communications, civil engineering, construction management, public relations, marketing or journalism AND 1 year of full-time professional work experience with a primary focus in the areas of public outreach and engagement for government or non-profit programs, equity-focused program/policy development and implementation, and/or community-focused workforce development.
Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. “See Resume” statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school and that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.
Conditions of Employment
Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
The exceptional applicant will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:
Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;
Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;
Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing workforce development programs and initiatives;
Comprehensive knowledge and experience developing tactical plans to address worker skills gaps and talent shortages in the transportation or construction industries;
Knowledge of USDOL and USDOT regulations and requirements;
Experience analyzing research, legislative and regulatory documentation, and policy developments to identify opportunities to remove workforce barriers;
Experience communicating information and topics with cultural sensitivity and awareness;
Experience with purchasing, contract administration and grant management;
Strong knowledge and experience with the award and the administration of construction and design contracts;
Excellent reasoning, investigative/research, analytical, and problem solving ability;
Excellent facilitation, presentation, and oral communication skills;
Ability to train others on complex concepts and processes, both formally and informally;
Excellent writing skills and ability to develop official correspondence and reports;
Interpersonal and relationship building skills;
Ability to negotiate mutually acceptable solutions and build consensus through give and take;
Advising, mentoring, facilitating and consulting skills and experience;
Ability to strategically engage and foster ongoing relationships with other state agencies, industry associations, special interest groups, elected and appointed officials, and other stakeholders in situations which may be politically sensitive;
Ability to adapt communication style to various audiences and situations;
Strong planning, time and project management skills and experience;
Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments;
Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner;
Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;
Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access), Gmail, SAP, Google Aps, Plone, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.
Supplemental InformationApplicant Checklist Complete Applications must include the following documents:
A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
A cover letter that describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.
A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.
Notifications:
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 " [email protected] " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email . Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website.
The Hiring Process:
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 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.
Part, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement
If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement applicant.
Employment Screening
If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with “Info Cubic.”
Info Cubic, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Info Cubic, a Division of Orange Tree, including its privacy policy, may be found online at www.InfoCubic.com and www.OrangeTreeScreening.com . Info Cubic is located at 7275 Ohms Lane, Minneapolis, MN 55439.
The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includes social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks . CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report.
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 ( [email protected] ), 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.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
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.
Discrimination and/or harassment against any person is prohibited because of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity or any other protected class recognized under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA). This applies to all employment decisions.
ADAAA Accommodations
CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or 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 Emily Harp at [email protected] or call 303-757-9738 .
Former State Employees
Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application.
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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.01 The Colorado Constitution requires that applicants for State of Colorado positions be Colorado residents at the time the application is submitted. Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency?
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If you are a current or previous State of Colorado classified employee, please provide your Employee Identification Number (EID) in order to verify your current or previous employment. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If not, please state "N/A".
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Have you been subject to disciplinary action in the last three years of your work experience? If so, please provide details of that disciplinary action. If not, please state "N/A".
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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. If this does not apply to you, please put "N/A".
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If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable, but they must show the name of the school, your name, that the degree was awarded and on what date, and the type and name of the degree. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position. Have you included your transcript(s) as an attachment to your application? (If not, you may go back and do so now).
Yes, I have attached my transcript(s) that will be used to verify whether or not I meet the education requirement as announced.
No, I have not attached transcripts to my application because I am using experience to meet the minimum qualifications.
I have requested my transcripts from my college/university and will email them to [email protected] when I receive them.
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A cover letter and chronological resume are required. Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement. Did you attach a cover letter and resume to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now. Please note: The education, experience, abilities, and accomplishments listed in this announcement have been identified as critical to successful performance in this position. Your cover letter should address your interest in and qualifications for this job with CDOT. Please be specific and detailed in describing experience, abilities, and accomplishments as they relate to this position's requirements and major duties as described in the announcement.
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If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. Did you attach a copy of your DD214 to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now.
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The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. "See Resume" statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated. Did you fill out the application in full, including the work experience section?
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As required for this position, please describe your 8 years of full-time professional work experience in a field related to the Major Job Duties with 4 of those years primarily focused on in the areas of public outreach and engagement for government or non-profit programs, equity-focused program/policy development and implementation, and/or community-focused workforce development. Please include in your description where and when you gained this experience. If you are substituting college or university coursework for part of this experience, mention that here as well.
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CDOT-Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability We are a federal contractor or subcontractor required by law to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We are also required to measure our progress toward having at least 7% of our workforce be individuals with disabilities. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all of our employees to update their information at least every five years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past. For more information about this form or the equal employment obligations of federal contractors under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, visit the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp. You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Autism Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, or HIV/AIDS Blind or low vision Cancer Cardiovascular or heart disease Celiac disease Cerebral palsy Deaf or hard of hearing Depression or anxiety Diabetes Epilepsy Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, or irritable bowel syndrome Intellectual disability Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Nervous system condition for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson's disease, or Multiple sclerosis (MS) Psychiatric condition, for example, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, or major depression
Yes, I Have A Disability, Or Have A History/Record Of Having A Disability
No, I Don't Have A Disability, Or A History/Record Of Having A Disability
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