Department Information
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT HAS BEEN EXTENDED UNTIL 5PM ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 3, 2023
This position will have remote and hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.
The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.
This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.
We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.
In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:
- Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
- RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- BenefitHub state employee discount program
- Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
- Medical and dental health plans
- Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
- MotivateMe employee wellness program
- Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
- 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
- Paid life insurance
- Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs
Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home
PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews. Description of Job
The salary range for this posting is -
$26.94 - $33.55 Hourly
$2,154.92 - $2,683.85 Biweekly
$4,669.00 - $5,815.00 Monthly
$56,028.00 - $69,780.00 Annually
This position is a fully functioning Purchasing Agent/Contract Administrator hybrid performer that exists to manage, coordinate, monitor, and award procurements and/or vendor selections for goods and services necessary for the operation of the assigned programs or divisions as well as negotiate, draft, and finalize contracts with the awarded vendors by: reviewing specifications detailed in requests for commodities and services and selecting the proper legal vendor selection methodology; working with program staff and vendors to clarify the product or service needs; negotiating procurement scope, price, risk, product and delivery terms, and legal contractual terms; responding to emergency and other non-routine procurements as needed and assisting programs with proper resolution of those issues; approving, negotiating, and processing purchase orders required to acquire goods or services; developing and evaluating statements of work; drafting, leading, issuing, managing, and awarding formal and informal solicitations; i.e. Documented Quotes (DQs) and Invitations for Bid (IFBs); Requests for Applications (RFAs); Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Sole Source requests, and other complex vendor selection methodologies per the State of Colorado Procurement Code and Rules; drafting scopes of work, grants, contracts, and other agreements; negotiating vendor terms and conditions and/or other grant and contract language to ensure compliance with Departmental standards and risks, State statutes and Fiscal Rules, and any Federal requirements; advising contract managers and staff regarding the provisions of the Colorado Procurement Code and Rules, OSC Competition Requirements for Grants Policy, other pertinent State laws and rules, and CDLE policies and procedures that are applicable to each procurement situation; mediating vendor and user complaints and monitoring discretionary purchases including credit card transactions. Working with divisions and PCS to develop the procurement and contracting strategy for a unit or a division to realize cost savings or create efficiencies to the procurement and contracting process.
Substitutions
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year for year basis.
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis.
Education And Experience
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in a field of study related to the work assignment.
AND
Two years of professional experience to include complex procurement duties involving legal research and/or as reading and writing of grants and/or contracts.
Preferred Qualifications
- Governmental experience in purchasing, procurements and/or contracts
- Experience with complex and/or technical procurements.
- Juris Doctorate, legal, or paralegal training.
- Procurement certification to include any of the following: C.P.M, C.P.PB., C.P.P.O., C.P.S.M., or C.P.C.M.
- Legal/Technical Writing Experience
- Experience performing alike duties as a State of Colorado classified employee.
- Experience negotiating costs, terms, and conditions of contracts and purchases.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
Required Competencies
- Proven success organizing and tracking complex and heavy workloads.
- Demonstrated skills in critical thinking and problem solving.
- Ability to clearly interpret and explain laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and all levels of personnel within the organization, including senior management.
- Demonstrated excellent oral communication skills, writing skills, and listening skills to accurately interpret what others are saying.
- Proven ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of the components of a Statement of Work including project description, definitions, performance requirements/deliverables, and resolution of non-compliance.
Conditions Of Employment
- You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which includes the E-Verify Process
- Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
Appeal Rights
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (
[email protected]), postmarked in US Mail 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.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
