PROJECT MANAGER I - Term Limited - Part Time - 1187

                                                                                           This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado 

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At The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) we are dedicated to the Colorado for All philosophy - working toward a Colorado where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. 

We support the basic human rights of our neighbors regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education level, disability, socio-economic status, or any other visible or invisible identity.  We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

This position is term-limited, and funding cannot be guaranteed beyond June 30, 2029. The incumbent in this position must be willing and able to resign on this date or when funds run out, whichever comes first. 

This is a Part time position requiring 16 hours per week.

Be BOLD.....Make a REAL difference . . . join us in serving our communities advancing Colorado's health and protecting the places we live, work, learn, and play, to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.

CDPHE offers: 

• Free parking and access to RTD bus lines.

• Flexible working arrangements

• Retirement ( PERA options), Medical and dental health plans

• Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans

• Paid life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 11 paid holidays per year and generous personal time off

• Tuition assistance 

• Wellness programs

• Professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects

• Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. For more information, go to: https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch

The Work Unit:
What You'll Be Doing:
The purpose of this position is to provide expert-level, mission-critical strategic evaluation consultation to key projects and programs supported within the Center for Health and Environmental Data (CHED). Specifically, the position possesses technical and professional complexity needed to fulfill the research and evaluation requirements of the Cancer, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Disease (CCPD) Program. This position will also coordinate strategic planning for CHED. This position may also support the CDEEP team during heavy work periods by implementing evaluation activities that span the evaluation project continuum. In doing so, this position will work lead two additional project managers who have taken on new duties or projects related to data collection and reporting and strategic planning. 

Key Responsibilities

• Consults on Design and Implementation of Program Evaluation Studies
• Consults on Data Collection and Reporting
• Coordinates CHED Strategic Planning
• Provides External Evaluation Technical Assistance

PROJECT MANAGER I (H1K2XX)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Seven (7)  year's of professional experience in project management, program administration, public health program management, program evaluation or similar experience.
OR
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in public health, program  evaluation/applied research, organizational psychology, project management or a field of study related to the work assignment.
AND
Three (3) year's of professional experience in project management, program administration, public health program management, program evaluation management or similar experience.
OR 
A Master's degree or Doctoral degree in public health, program evaluation/applied research, organizational psychology, project management or a field of study related to the work assignment will substitute for the required education and the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

NOTE: An applicant may meet the minimum qualifications for this job in one of two ways: They may qualify through their work experience alone or through a combination of education and work experience.

**This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.**

PREFERRED AND ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES:  In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following highly desirable experience and competencies:

• Advanced Program Evaluation & Research Methodology: Demonstrated expertise (10+ years) in designing, executing, and overseeing complex, multi-component state-level public health program evaluations using established frameworks (e.g., CDC Framework for Program Evaluation, RE-AIM, Stepwise, etc.). Proven ability to act as an evaluation liaison between state-level program staff and external evaluation partners.

• CCPD Subject Matter Expertise: Specialized knowledge and significant applied experience (7+ years) in evaluation or evaluation oversight of chronic disease prevention and control initiatives, specifically for the Cancer, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Disease (CCPD) grant program interventions, data and data collections, and health outcomes.

• Strategic Planning & Organizational Alignment: Proven track record of leading high-level strategic planning initiatives for state-level public health programs, including facilitating diverse interest holders in identifying and prioritizing strategic objectives and corresponding measures and tracking systems.

• Executive-Level Communication Skills: Exceptional communication skills with a demonstrated ability to translate complex statistical and evaluation data into clear, actionable insights, executive summaries, and strategic policy recommendations for diverse internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership.

• Supervisory Leadership: Extensive experience in formal direct supervision and/or oversight of epidemiologists, program evaluators, or project management staff (10+ years). Proven ability to mentor and coach staff in identifying operational efficiencies and balancing workloads across competing priorities.

A complete application packet must include:

1. A completed State of Colorado application.
2. A COVER LETTER: describing how your professional (/supervisory if relevant) experience aligns with the preferred qualifications of this position,

3. If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) or diploma must be provided with application. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.

4. If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 must be 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, 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, including your rights and responsibilities.

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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 at [email protected] or call 303-692-2060, option 5.