Job description
JOBColorado Governor Jared Polis is committed to building a Colorado For All, a place where everyone has an opportunity to succeed and live the Colorado way of life. Governor Polis is focused on lowering health care costs for hardworking Coloradans, transitioning the state to renewable energy sources, ensuring every Colorado child gets a quality education, and building an economy that works for everyone, as well as empower state agencies to build a culture of operational excellence and bold innovation driven by continuous performance improvement. The Governor's staff includes offices for budgeting, communications and outreach, legal counsel, legislative liaison, operations, policy and research, and scheduling.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
***Update as of 2/9/2023: this recruitment is being extended to close on 2/24/2023 at 11:59 pm; however it may be closed at any time, with or without notice. Interested and qualified candidates are urged to apply as soon as possible for consideration.***Position Title: Deputy Director for Disaster RecoveryHiring Range: $80,000 - $90,000 annuallyDepartment: Office of Climate Preparedness and Disaster RecoveryFLSA Classification: ExemptOrganizational Relationships: This position reports to the Director of Climate Preparedness and Disaster Recovery; may have supervisory authority.Expected Annual Travel: Minimal in-state travel Summary of Functions: This position will oversee the facilitation, and management of disaster relief and recovery operations for the Governor’s office, as well as support the coordination and future planning of Disaster Recovery efforts for the State of Colorado. This position was created through SB22-206. As the State continues to see an uptick in natural disasters, it is the need of the State, particularly within the governor’s office to implement support systems and functions to serve all Colorado communities impacted by disasters. Recently, the Marshall and Middle Fork fires spread 6,210 acres and damaged and destroyed over 1,000 homes and businesses in Boulder County. This role will help manage the coordination and communication of disaster relief and recovery operations across the disaster recovery cycle and will serve to troubleshoot across all levels of government, help deliver innovative solutions and recovery services. Working with internal and external partners such as but not limited to the Department of Homeland Security, local governments, the Colorado Department of Public Safety, and the Colorado Department of Local Affairs and external non-governmental organizations among others, this role will help ensure interagency coordination during the entire disaster lifecycle. This position will also help ensure that Colorado is prepared for future disasters and that our rebuilding, mitigation and land use is tied directly to Governor Polis’ climate goals for the state.Roles and Responsibilities Alongside state and external partners you will help create, manage, and implement strategies, initiatives, processes and procedures that support the successful day-to-day disaster relief and recovery operations. Manage disaster services goals, objectives, policies, and procedures in alignment with established metrics. Support consistent service delivery strategies and plans. Evaluate and report on the capacity and effectiveness of programs and services. Prepare recommendations for continuous improvement.Help act in a facilitative leader role across the disaster cycle and interagency liaison. Align with agencies and work to enable the entire ecosystem to participate in relevant phases of the disaster cycle by shifting from being not only a provider of direct services but also a facilitative leader. Within scope of position, represent the entire disaster cycle of preparedness, response and recovery. Develop and cultivate professional relationships with key internal & external partners/organizations including but not limited to the Department of Homeland Security, local governments, the Colorado Department of Public Safety and the Colorado Department of Local Affairs. Serve as thought leader on a local level with government and other agencies and organizations involved in disaster as needed. Ensure interface with community leaders, corporations, businesses and government agencies. Participate in planning, exercises, and training, to including with local partners.Responsible for attending and helping facilitate working groups or emergency stand ups when disaster arises.During post recovery from disasters this position will help with the creation and implementation of a climate preparedness roadmap, with a particular focus on disaster avoidance and preparedness.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience: Ideal candidates who have past experience supporting disaster recovery efforts or have experience in professional disciplines incidental to disaster recovery with a preferred background in public administration, emergency management, insurance, or construction.Must be prepared to operate in an intense, dynamic, challenging work environment and be experienced working in a team atmosphere but also able to deliver independently.Intermediate level of experience or understanding of public grant programs is desirable but not necessaryStrong writing and interpersonal communication skills;The ability to read and interpret Federal and State laws and regulations; Strong project management skills, and attention to detail; Strong problem-solving skills, including experience in identifying solutions, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures; Strong interpersonal communication skills, including experience working effectively with a wide range of constituents in diverse communities, mediating amongst parties with alternate viewpoints, and ensuring a focus on equity; Computer skills, including proficiency using Google Suite programs.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
***Update as of 1/26/2023: this recruitment is being extended to close on 2/10/2023 at 11:59 pm; however it may be closed at any time, with or without notice. Interested and qualified candidates are urged to apply as soon as possible for consideration.***To Apply: A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your cover letter and resume must provide sufficient detail about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements. The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including: Retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan*, plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans - https://www.copera.org/Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage - including extensive prescription drug coverage (many preventive medications covered at no cost)Wellness programs - participation can reduce employee premiumsAutomatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability CoverageLife and AD&D InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick LeaveHybrid work arrangementsVariety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount ProgramAccess to the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP): offers confidential mental health counseling, professional coaching, employee mediation, 24/7 crisis supportFree RTD EcoPass to all eligible State EmployeesTraining and professional development opportunities, including reduced college tuition through CSU GlobalCredit Union of Colorado Membership EligibilityTo learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit the state’s benefits portal: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.*For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), see COPERA for details: https://www.copera.org/member-contribution-ratesEquity, Diversity and InclusionThe 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. ADAAA AccommodationsThe Office of the Governor 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 Staffing Coordinator (the Director of Human Resources) at gov_hr@state.co.us.Conditions of EmploymentApplicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment.Effective September 20, 2021, employees will be required to attest to and verify that they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and may be required to submit to regular serial testing. Upon hire, new employees will have three (3) business days to provide attestation to their COVID-19 vaccination status with proof of vaccination. Testing, if required, will take place in-person and will be considered paid work time. Note: Currently, “Fully vaccinated” means two (2) weeks after a second dose in a two-dose series of the COVID-19 vaccine, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or two (2) weeks after the single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine, all as defined by the State of Colorado’s Public Health Order and guidance issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment. The definition of “fully vaccinated” may be changed and updated to include additional doses and/or manufacturer types of vaccination.
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