Specialized Program Evaluator & Quality Assurance Specialist
State of Colorado
·2 days ago
- Salary
- $72k – $84k/yr
- Location
- Lakewood, CO, CO, US
- Department
- IT
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities.
Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado.
Our Core Values - Unity, Honor, Service
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 dedicated to non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
At CDPS, our culture is driven by our commitment to creating a safer Colorado and guided by a public service focus. We strive to provide effective solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans. We model a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth for our employees. We maintain a professional and inclusive workplace.
Careers with a purpose:
If you are passionate about public safety and public service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, consider joining CDPS. Our team at CDPS consists of exceptional individuals and is an environment where you can challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career.
We are committed to providing public safety services to our communities including safety on our roads, preparing for and mitigating environmental disasters such as floods and wildland fires, disaster recovery, combating crime, promoting school safety, and victim services.
Classification and Salary:
COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST IV
Anticipated Hiring Range: $6022 - $6971/month; $72,264 - $83,652/year
Full Salary Range: $6022 - $8474/month; $72,264 - $101,688/year
Benefits:
We provide a wide range of benefits to our employees.
Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
Eligible employees receive Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000. Basic Life and AD&D are provided by the State of Colorado at no cost to employees.
The State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health, is a no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee’s health and wellness goals. This program offers personalized health coaching, skill groups and more. Participants can earn a $20 per month health insurance premium discount.
Through BenefitHub, State of Colorado employees have access to discounts, promotions and special programs from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel and entertainment venues throughout Colorado and across the country.
State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan.
Eligible employees have access to medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
We offer excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA for details.
We provide generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days.
The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.
Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
We offer Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits.
Hybrid, two days per week minimum in the Lakewood office
This position travels state-wide approximately 80% of the time
Work unit core business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
This position serves as a Specialized Program Evaluator and Quality Assurance Specialist for providers of community corrections supervision and treatment. The Specialized Program Evaluator and Quality Assurance Specialist has the primary leadership and consultation responsibility for the ongoing oversight and feedback regarding adherence to specialized contract requirements within residential and non-residential community corrections programs. When issues of compliance are identified, the Specialized Program Evaluator and Quality Assurance Specialist, issues corrective actions, follows-up on corrective actions and determine whether further sanctions/interventions are required in order for programs to continue to operate specialized programming. Program evaluation activities will emphasize the Principles of Effective Intervention, Evidence Based Practices (EBP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutic approaches and Implementation Science within the field of reentry, inclusive Colorado Community Corrections Standards. This position is the primary lead and liaison for specialized programs across the State in the area of technical assistance, contract waivers, interagency collaboration, and on-going program development.
This position works with the OCC Unit Manager, Supervisors, OCC Staff, the Governor’s Community Corrections Advisory Council and professional consultants to develop program evaluation protocols specifically and oversight of specialized programs for the duration of applicable specialized contracts while serving as a member of the OCC integrated evaluation team.
Key Responsibilities
Specialized Treatment Program Evaluation and Performance Feedback
Serve as a primary member of an integrated team for the execution, adaptation and improvement of a formal specialized program evaluation process for community corrections programs. Lead and complete all pre-evaluation preparation steps including scheduling; provider education and notice; coordination with referral agencies; determination of sampling methods; sample selection; coordinating team assignments and preparation of all evaluation tools and materials. Lead and complete all field work steps including on-site data collection; file reviews; staff interviews; client interviews; direct observation of supervision; treatment and behavioral intervention practices; policy and procedure reviews; information data system analyses; and application of evaluation tools and data collection instruments. Complete collaborative and formal feedback sessions post evaluation with program administration, implementation teams and staff. Lead and complete all post-field-work data management including data entry, data analysis and evaluation team meetings to review observations. Lead and complete written feedback report including drafting of initial report and coordination of formal review by evaluation team and supervisor. Lead and coordinate collaborative feedback process with program administration and staff. When necessary, issue and follow-up on corrective actions. This position serves as a staff authority and coordinator for the specialized programming request for proposal process (RFP) and oversight of resulting specialized service contracts held by the Office of Community Corrections. They are responsible for stakeholder engagement in development of the scope of work for these programs, oversight of compliance, coordination of any regulatory updates and processing of applicable waivers as needed throughout the contract period. This requires travel throughout the State of Colorado to complete program evaluation functions.
Program Quality Assessment and Performance Feedback
Support the integrated quality assurance team in the overall execution and finalization of formal performance audits, evaluations and quality assurance reviews for community corrections programs. Support and complete all field work steps including on-site data collection and file reviews; staff interviews; client interviews; direct observation of supervision and treatment practices; policy and procedure reviews; information system data analysis; and application of quality assurance tools and data collection instruments. Complete collaborative exit interview and formal feedback sessions with program administration. Support all post-field-work data management including data entry, data analysis and audit team meetings to review audit data. Complete draft of formal quality assurance feedback report including drafting of initial report and coordination of formal review by quality assurance team and supervisor. This requires travel throughout the State of Colorado to complete quality assessment functions.
Follow Up Technical Assistance, Feedback, Mentoring and Implementation Support
Provide mentoring and technical assistance to staff and agencies following the delivery of program evaluation and quality assurance reports. Provide technical assistance to program administration and field-level staff in addressing programmatic issues. Determine unique and site-specific challenges and barriers to specialized programing, EBP implementation, or Standard. Conduct one-on-one technical and adaptive learning processes based on the observations and formal measurement of actual program practices. After measuring the degree of adherence/fidelity of program practices, the position will produce and provide expert feedback based upon the program evaluation and quality assurance tools and professional observations. The position will also provide off-site mentoring, technical assistance, and represent OCC in various stakeholder forums. These collective duties require travel throughout the State of Colorado to deliver training and technical assistance on an ongoing basis.This position will work within a hybrid model of home, office and the field. The position will need to be flexible in their work site location.
Interagency Collaboration and Strategic Problem Solving
Creates, organizes, and facilitates multi-level problem solving team meetings and collaborations statewide. Collaborates with agency program staff and administration, community corrections board staff, evaluation team staff, integrated quality assurance team staff, information technology staff, referral agency representatives, and representatives from other state oversight agencies such as the Behavioral Health Administration, Department of Human Services, or the Department of Corrections in order to address statewide and systemic problems that may inhibit effective program delivery. Confers and collaborates with multiple system subject matter experts and stakeholders to identify local and state level opportunities for strategic and overall system improvement and access to resources. Represents the Division of Criminal Justice at multi-disciplinary meetings and events. Remains informed and advises community corrections administration and other designated personnel of significant systems issues arising in the correctional or treatment settings. Is skilled at team facilitation and while clarifying issues and educating the group on the range of appropriate solutions, collaboratively decides on the best resolution to address the problem.
Note, to be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following options for consideration.
Proven Experience, Knowledge, Skills
Seven years of professional experience working in a clinical setting, including substance use, mental health, and/or an offense specific treatment program.
OR
A combination of related education and relevant experience equal to seven (7) years. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, transcripts must be attached at the time of application.
Preferred Qualifications and Competencies
Master’s Degree in social work, psychology, mental health or forensics
Licensure in the behavioral health field (LCSW, LPC, LAC, CAT, or similar)
Experience working in a community-based corrections field (community corrections, probation, parole, offender re-entry, or institutional correction)
Experience evaluating compliance with Standards, statutes, contracts, or program policies
Knowledge of the interaction between agencies responsible for correctional treatment.
Experience in a community corrections agency or system
Experience in multi-agency collaboration and conflict resolution with diverse agencies and groups;
Strategic problem-solving experience;
Project planning skills and experience;
Strong analytical skills;
Understanding of evidence-based correctional practices
Ability to present in front of various audiences.
Conditions of Employment
Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.
Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, a fingerprint based criminal history search, reference checking, and driving history.
Current valid driver's license at time of hire, and must obtain a Colorado-issued driver's license within 30 days of hire. Ability to operate motor vehicles and to travel throughout the state in a variety of weather conditions.
Appeal Rights
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.
Disability Accommodation
If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure equitable opportunity applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at: [email protected].
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.
Colorado Department of Public Safety 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.
Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.
Closing Date: 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 may 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.
Supplemental Question: Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience, career accomplishments, and views about organizational values and approaches, and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them. Answers generated by AI-tools will typically be unresponsive.
Transcripts: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application should education be used as qualification. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.
Military Veterans: If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran's preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 "State of Legal Residence" form.
Application Tips: For an overview of the State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view this video.
Resumes, Cover Letters, or other documents submitted will not be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this).
Notifications: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be sent via email to the email address listed on your application. Include your current working email address on your application and check the email provided on your application frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email 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.
e-Verify: CDPS 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.
Selection Process: After applications are screened for the Minimum Qualifications, CDPS intends to use the comparative analysis process outlined below. Pursuant to state personnel board rule, if there are 6 or few candidates who minimally qualify, said candidates may be referred directly to the Appointing Authority for a post referral assessment and/or consideration.
Comparative Analysis Steps may include (dates are tentative and subject to change):
Structured application review by a panel of SMEs - October 8-13
One-way video interview via SparkHire - October 15-19
In-person panel interview - October 26 or 30 - Please save the date!