Tobacco Treatment Initiatives SpecialistPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4454748) ApplyTobacco Treatment Initiatives SpecialistSalary $56,028.00 - $89,652.00 AnnuallyLocation Denver, COJob TypeFull TimeJob NumberFAA01551-04/18/24DepartmentDepartment of Public Health & EnvironmentDivisionPrevention Services DivisionOpening Date04/18/2024Closing Date4/28/2024 11:59 PM MountainFLSADetermined by PositionPrimary Physical Work Address4300 Cherry Creek South Drive, Denver, CO 80246FLSA StatusExempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
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Department InformationThis position is only open to Colorado state residents. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Be BOLD and make a real difference . . . Do you desire a career that provides you with opportunities to improve the world around you? The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a career position that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Colorado residents. Our mission is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play. Our vision is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Our tobacco-free campus offers free parking and is conveniently located near RTD bus lines, Glendale City Set, and the Cherry Creek bike path. In addition to a great location and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
Employee wellness programs and facilities
Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects
Bike to work programs, including access to storage lockers and bike racks
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits (http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite?c=Page%CF%87ldpagename=DPA-DHR%2FDHRLayout&cid=1213025229644&pagename=DHRWrapper) including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans (http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/DPA-DHR/DHR/1236690495481)
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off
Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees
Tuition assistance for college-level courses including Masters degree programs
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, and
A variety of employee resource groups
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
(This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies and may be extended.)
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch
Description of JobThe Work UnitThe mission of thePrevention Services Division (PSD)is to improve the health, well-being, and equity of all Coloradans through health promotion, prevention, and access to health care. PSD works with public and private partners/stakeholders and funders across Colorado to improve the health of all Coloradans. Division professionals apply a population health and equity lens to their work, implementing evidence-based and informed strategies within a framework of performance management to optimize equitable health outcomes. PSD is committed to the professional development, collaborative effort, and sustained wellness of its workforce as a key component of achieving PSD’s core outcomes. We believe that all people no matter their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, education level, age, language, religion, ability or geographic location-should have the opportunity to live healthy lives.The Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention (HPCDP) Branch in the Prevention Services Division (PSD), reviews, plans, designs, implements and evaluates public health chronic disease interventions and related risk factors to advance health and racial equity and improve health-related quality of life for all Coloradans. Special emphasis is placed on evidence-based practices, data-based and evidence-informed decision-making, capacity-building, partnerships, and integration between program efforts for efficiency and effectiveness. The Tobacco Program is part of the HPCDP Branch. We are aware that many chronic diseases share the same systemic causes (i.e. tobacco use, lack of access to nutritious foods, built environments to support physical activity, social connectedness, and poverty and economic instability). As we seek to address these crucial issues, we commit to responding to the reality that structural racism intensifies each of them. We also commit to growing our workforce with professionals with lived experiences and local experience partnering with diverse populations. The HPCDP Branch recognizes that racism is a public health crisis and is committed to improving racial and other forms of equity through all of its programs and practices.For us to successfully make a positive impact in disproportioned and oppressed communities, we must have representation from those communities with shared perceptions and understand the systemic causes. These systemic injustices and additional risk and protective factors are shared across many of the outcomes we address. Our work will continue until all Coloradans have the opportunity to live and have healthy lives, in a way that celebrates intersectional identities including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, education level, age, language, religion, ability, and geographic location. Collectively, we can work to achieve this by advancing racial justice and other forms of equity through all of our programs and practices. The purpose of the Tobacco Program is to reduce tobacco use and tobacco’s adverse health effects in Colorado through funding, promotion, and support of primary prevention, education, and cessation efforts. This includes recognizing systemic and institutional oppression, advocating for equitable and sustainable change, and supporting changes in local and state policies and the environment that help all Coloradans develop and maintain healthy behaviors. The Tobacco Program implements C.R.S. Title 25, Article 3.5 Part 8 Tobacco Education, Prevention and Cessation Programs. Works collaboratively with other tobacco content experts and leadership in the Tobacco Program to identify strategies that improves overall outcomes for all Coloradans.The PositionServes as a subject matter expert in commercial tobacco use treatment and cessation best practices and programs with a focus on strategies that advance health equity. Identifies and implements programs and initiatives that advance state tobacco and chronic disease Strategic Plan Goals and meet CDC national tobacco control work plan objectives. Assesses and monitors progress toward tobacco treatment and cessation goals and program implementation, applies epidemiologic data, evaluation results, and stakeholder input. Promotes and provides strategic coordination for evidence-based strategies and promising practices that work to reduce inequities related to tobacco treatment access and cessation success by increasing the availability and effectiveness of clinical and community-based systems, tools, and services. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsMust meet one of the following or any combination of experience/education to meet the qualifications:
Six (6) years of professional experience in public health, tobacco cessation, behavioral health, or the non-profit community working to promote partnerships which promote health or youth and adult tobacco prevention, or a closely-related field.
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Graduation from an accredited college or u niversity in public health, community health education, behavioral health, public policy, public administration, healthcare administration, youth development, social work, or a closely-related field.
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Two (2) years of professional experience in public health, tobacco cessation, behavioral health, or the non-profit community working to promote partnerships which promote health or youth and adult tobacco prevention, or a closely-related field.
Substitutions:
A master's or doctorate degree in public health, community health education, behavioral health, public policy, public administration, healthcare administration, youth development, social work, or a closely-related field may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications and Essential CompetenciesThe preferred experience, competencies and abilities are highly desirable for this position and will be considered in selecting the successful candidate:
Knowledge of and experience with evidence-based tobacco treatment and cessation control interventions and initiatives at the local, state, and/or federal level.
Experience providing technical assistance and training regarding tobacco policies and integrating tobacco treatment into behavioral health care settings.
Project management and facilitation skills.
Familiarity with grant and/or contract management.
Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated proficiency in working collaboratively and ability to establish credibility and confidence with internal teams and diverse public stakeholders. 6. Ability to review research, and analyze and synthesize information.
Outstanding skills and abilities in verbal and written communications; ability to adapt a style to fit diverse audiences of varying technical levels, and at various levels within an organization, in groups, and individual settings.
Excellent organizational skills; the ability to set, track, and accomplish priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity, knowing the status of activities at all times.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise tact, discretion, and sound judgment.
Strong sense of professionalism, including a strong work ethic and reliability.
Conditions of Employment:
Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE.
Must be willing to travel 10% of the time, as duties require.
Must have a current and valid CO drivers license.
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 acknowledgment 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. Supplemental InformationA complete application packet must include:
A completed State of Colorado application.
Unofficial transcripts if using to verify educational requirement
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
The Selection 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 of, 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.
A top group, of up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
E-Verify:CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify (http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify) , including your rights and responsibilities.
You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
ADAAA Accommodations:
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 Public Health and Environment 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, Dan McKenna, at [email protected] or call 303-692-2060, option 5.
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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CDPHE: 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.
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CDPHE-A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Felony convictions or conviction of crimes of moral turpitude or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges and convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Human Resources office with an official disposition of any charges. Conviction does not mean automatic disqualification and will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. As a condition of employment, are you willing and able to submit to a criminal background check if offered the position?
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CDPHE-If you are a veteran, please attach your DD214 to your application. If you have a disability, also attach the letter issued to you from the Veterans Administration verifying that you are currently receiving monetary benefits or you that have a disability retirement. Did you attach a copy of your DD214 to your application?
Yes, I have attached a copy of my DD214 to my application.
No, I am not a veteran.
No, I am a veteran, but I do not qualify for veterans' preference in selection.
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Please acknowledge that your answers to the Supplemental Questions below will be used in the Comparative Analysis phase and that you have answered all questions.
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Describe how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications for the position. Please describe in 3-6 paragraphs, including your experience with the following: 1) community organizations, 2) budget oversight, 3) tobacco cessation.
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Please describe how your own lived experiences have informed and assisted you in addressing inequities by effectively and meaningfully incorporating community values and needs in your past or present work. (1 paragraph)
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