Regulatory Advisor - Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic

Hybrid position in the office as needed per business need.  Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change. 

About the position:
The position is located within the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS), Behavioral Health Administration (BHA), which leads and promotes the State’s behavioral health priorities, ensures that behavioral health services respond to the changing needs of communities, monitors State and local data, and continuously evaluates State efforts. In collaboration with other state agencies, BHA is accountable for the delivery of behavioral health services in Colorado. It bestows a streamlined and efficient government approach to support quality care while minimizing the burden to providers, allowing them to focus on service delivery. BHA is responsible for behavioral health policy development and effective collaboration with cross-sector partners working in and around the behavioral health system and along the continuum from prevention to treatment and recovery. BHA works in partnership with State agencies to reduce bureaucracy and fragmentation.

This position sits within the Governmental Affairs Office’s Regulatory Affairs Unit within the BHA and reports directly to the Director of Regulatory Affairs. The Unit is responsible for developing and maintaining the regulatory structure of the Provider Rules (2 CCR 502-1), the System/Commissioner Rules (2 CCR 502-5), and the Administrative Rules (2 CCR 502-6).  These rule volumes shape behavioral health licensing, provide regulatory guidance on BHA programs and BHA designees, and provide the structure for BHA systems and procedures.

Job duties:
Staff Authority of CCBHC Demonstration
Serves as the definitive Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Subject Matter Expert (SME) and primary point of contact (POC) for all regulatory projects, policy determinations, and processes related to the CCBHC Demonstration pilot. 
· Leads and tracks the progress of CCBHC regulatory initiatives from initial concept through federal approval, implementation, and final publication. 
· Acts as a critical inter-agency bridge and central collaborator linking internal BHA divisions (Licensing, Policy, and Data) with external health system partners, including HCPF, BHASO partners, Regional Accountable Entities (RAEs), the Attorney General’s Office, federal partners, and the Carina Health Network to ensure strict compliance with federal SAMHSA criteria and fiscal data standards. 
· Coordinates shared drafting, subregulatory guidance, and integrated rule development across state departments to support Colorado’s statewide strategic vision. 
· Facilitates the State CCBHC Advisory Board governance, including material development, data evaluations, compliance metric tracking, and federal reporting. 
· Conducts annual reviews of the CCBHC demonstration processes and provide synthesized data, analysis, and recommendations to the Director of Regulatory Affairs to shape BHA's annual Regulatory and Policy Agenda.

Behavioral Health Rules Drafting and Technical Assistance
· Conduct research, analysis and synthesis of best practices for regulatory projects
· Draft rules, sub-regulatory guidance, and policies based on established theory and standards of care. 
· Develop training and technical assistance materials to support other state agencies, external partners and internal BHA personnel with interpretation and implementation of regulatory projects. 
· Support monitoring of compliance with regulatory projects and CCBHC standards as directed by the Director of Regulatory Affairs.
· Lead development of materials for regulatory projects and any research or additional materials to support justification for Division appearance to the State Board related to projects including CCHBC. 
· Create briefs and provide presentations on how the CCBHC Demonstration affects BHA, other state Departments, and other community partners upon request. 
· Make revisions to regulatory projects based on feedback from the Board and ensure that content expertise is present as needed.
· Maintenance of the calendar of rule review and revision for the BHA, scheduling and managing material development for stakeholder feedback, preparing rule packages, summarizing committee reviews and clearance processes, and ensuring all public notice requirements are met. 
· Coordinate with the State Board of Human Services Administrator to ensure rule packet completions and coordinate scheduling with the State Board of Human Services. 
· Seek out content expertise both within and outside the BHA and drafting Rule to satisfy a variety of stakeholders and best practices.  
· Develop and lead routine meetings and processes for working with other state agencies on regulatory project development to support integrated and consistent regulation across agencies on CCBHC and other related topics across the agency. 
· Reviews statutes to ascertain legislative intent and prepare materials for Director of Regulatory Affairs interpretation on intent in rule, including how it connects/affects CCBHC Demonstration, seeking consultation from the Office of the Attorney General as needed. 
· Ensures that rules are aligned with other state Departments, including CDPHE licensing rule and DORA scope of practice rule. 
· Provides training for stakeholders and BHA staff in regulatory provisions affecting BHA. 
· Drafts responses to questions from State Board of Human Services on rationale and content of rule.

This position may be called upon to perform tasks or undertake special assignments or projects deemed necessary by the BHA, but not specifically referenced in the above duties.

Experience Only:

Seven (7) years of relevant experience in regulatory drafting and compliance, federal healthcare program knowledge, and/or inter-agency stakeholder collaboration. 

Or

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education in Public Policy/Public Administration, Healthcare Administration/Public Health, Law (JD) and/or Social Work/Behavioral Health Administration and/or relevant experience in regulatory drafting and compliance, federal healthcare program knowledge and/or inter-agency stakeholder collaboration

Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies:

• SubjectMatter Expert for 

  • Direct CCBHC Experience

  • Federal Funding and Reimbursement

  • Colorado Regulatory Mastery

• Structural & Inter-Agency Navigation

  • State-level agency collaboration

  • Rulemaking authority support

  • Advisory Council Management

• Technical and Professional Skills

  • Accessible Rulemaking

  • Complex Project Oversight

  • Data-Informed Rule Evaluation

Conditions of Employment:

• Standard background check and references required
• Current valid and non-restriced, regular CO Driver's License

• Motor Vehicle Check, if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle, either in an ongoing capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties, OR on occasion for training/meetings/client visits/etc.

• Out-of-State Driver’s License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date.

• Shift Work:  Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm, some evenings and weekends may be needed  

• Hybrid position - travel to the office location
• Term-limited position; term-limited to CCBHC Demonstration period (4 years from demonstration start date of 07/01/2026). End date of 7/1/2030
• Travel:  Some travel will be expected of this position at various times for regulatory project needs such as stakeholder engagement and presentation for the State Board of Human Services.
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:

  • Disclose that information on the application.

  • Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.

  • Provide your employee number from your prior State employment.  Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements. 

• Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:

  • Relevant years of state service experience.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process 

A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position.  You must complete the official State of Colorado online application.  Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."

You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process.  Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review 

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from an eSkills Test. 

Your Work Experience/Job Duties

Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications. 

If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.     

Supplemental Questions 

Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers  based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).

Appeal Rights

You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated.  You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.

• You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.  

• You can find the official appeal form here. 

• You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:

  • By email ([email protected]), or

  • Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, 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.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

• At (303) 866-3300, or

•  Refer to the  Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules webpage.

• How to apply to the State of Colorado (Youtube Video, Runtime 3:59, Closed Captions Available)

• The Assessment Process

• For additional recruiting questions, please contact: [email protected]

About Us & Benefits

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

• 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

• State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center

• Employee Wellness program

• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

• *Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Our Values

• We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.

• Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.

• We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

• Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.

• We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.

• Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

ADA Accommodations

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for 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. 

This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing 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 [email protected].

EEO Statement

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities.  The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives 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.

Additional Support For Your Application

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call 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 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.

Required Supplemental Questions:

• (Multiple Choice) The bottom of this job announcement provides links to additional information on how to apply, the assessment process, toll free applicant technical support, and about how the State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. 

  • Please acknowledge below that you have read the information provided in these links.

    • This information is available to me and I have read this information.

    • I am unable to access the links with this information on the job posting. (If you select this option, please contact the recruiter, whose information is listed on this announcement, so that they can send this information directly to you.)

• Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application? If not, please update your information before submitting  your application. Yes/No

• If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number (starts with 997…). Your application may be considered incomplete if you do not provide this information. An incomplete application may not move forward in the Selection process.  If you are a former or current state employee, please identify what state agency you work(ed) with and how many years of relevant state service you have related to the position you are applying for. (Ensure this is listed on your application under work experience).

• 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 explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify your application from the current position. 

 

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support