CDE ONLY: Educator Licensure Supervisor-Non-Classified

This position is open to current Colorado Department of Education employees in the Educator Talent Department.

Colorado Department of Education – What We Do 
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and accountability to the state's 184 school districts, 1,886 schools, over 53,000 teachers, and over 3,200 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 905,000 public school students. In addition, CDE provides structural and administrative support to the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind and the Charter School Institute.

As the administrative arm of the State Board of Education, CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data.

CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance.

CDE strives to incorporate five core values that we uphold in our work internally and externally.   If you come to CDE, be prepared to incorporate Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Trust, and commitment to Service in what you do.

Why Work For CDE
The work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice!
The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:

• Flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours, working from home, working in the office, and/or a hybrid working environment.
• Premier medical, dental, vision, and dependent life insurance options. All with a generous employer contribution keeping employee costs as low as possible.
• Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Up to 160 hours of Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML).
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals.
• Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) www.copera.org.
• Employer-paid RTD Eco Pass (certain restrictions may apply).
• Paid professional development opportunities.

A wide salary range is posted for this position, and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority relative to others performing substantially similar work. While most salary offers are made within the posted range, occasionally an offer is made below or above the posted range based upon this salary analysis.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.Work Environment:

This is a full-time, general-funded position and is eligible for a hybrid work environment.

• Extended hours during the evening or the weekend may be required by business needs.
• Travel: Requires approximately 10% travel within Colorado, including the Denver metro area and downtown, for meetings and training.
• Overnight travel is expected within Colorado at least twice a year.
• A Remote (Home) office is required.
• Must work onsite 3–4 days per week and remotely 1–2 days per week.
• Essential Functions (ADAAA)
  • LIGHT/Office environment: 
    • Required to sit, view a computer screen, and utilize a keyboard and mouse for extended periods of time.
    • May be required to lift and move up to 10 lbs of force frequently or 20 lbs occasionally.
    • Required lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, walking, etc.
    • Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

• DL Not Required: Required to independently obtain and determine means to complete travel requirements. (For positions that only report to CDE locations and can use public transportation to complete that.)

Position Summary:
The Educator Licensure Supervisor oversees all educator licensing/licensing support activities and serves as the direct supervisor for all licensing consultants and licensing support personnel. With a deep focus on customer service, the Educator Licensure Supervisor oversees the day-to-day activities of the licensing support team and licensing consultants and their work to evaluate applications consistently, efficiently, and equitably within the parameters established in state statute and state board rule. This position actively collaborates with other offices within the Educator Talent Division to ensure an understanding and a cohesive implementation of cross-division initiatives. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position does have supervisory responsibilities. The duties and responsibilities that supervise staff include, but are not limited to, the following;

• Models and ensures consistency with organizational values and policies.
• Clearly communicates expectations and standards to staff.
• Conducts timely performance management of staff, including formal evaluations, on-going and routine feedback, and holding staff accountable.
• Awareness of and approval of employee time worked schedules. This includes approval of time worked for payroll and monitoring and approval of all work schedules.

MINIMUM EDUCATION  AND EXPERIENCE  REQUIREMENTS:  

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university, with five (5) years of experience and at least two years of supervisory experience in an educational setting. Supervisory experience must include successfully leading and supervising a team of at least eight employees.
• Direct experience in Colorado educator licensing may act as a substitute for education and experience requirements.
  

Qualifications for Success in the Position: 

• Demonstrated achievement in management and staff supervision and growth
• Honed diplomatic skills in working with internal and external clients
• A basic understanding of Colorado state statute and state board rule with regard to educator licensure, preparation, development, and recruitment
• Ability to set and manage both short- and long-term planning goals
• Ability to build, support, and maintain effective work teams
• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications (Preferred/Not Required):

• Colorado or other state-issued educator license
• Previous experience in educator licensing with a state agency
•  Supervisor experience in HR management at a school or district

Conditions of Employment (Required):

• Must complete the pre-employment screening process and pass a background check.
• Must be able and willing to independently arrange transportation and complete required travel.
• Overnight travel within Colorado is expected at least twice per year.
• Must be available to work an extended schedule as business needs require.
• Must work onsite 3–4 days per week and remotely 1–2 days per week.

Notes:

Only completed applications received by the deadline will be considered for review. Following the close of the posting, all applications will be reviewed, and selected candidates will be contacted to participate in the interview process.

HR does not use AI to scan for MQs.
Complete Applications must include:

• Completed Online Application: Required - Submitted through our ATS.
• Cover Letter: Required - Attached as a separate document.
• Resume: Required - Attached as a separate document.

College Transcripts: 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. 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.

**Failure to submit a complete application as defined above by the announcement close may result in your application being removed from consideration.**

Transcript Note:
You may redact information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation from any application materials, such as transcripts or certificates, submitted with your application

** Resumes and Cover Letters WILL NOT be reviewed for minimum qualification screening. 

FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO:
Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately. 
 
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 "[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.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment Opportunity
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, a 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 Education 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 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].