Job description
Department Information
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
A n eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.
This position will work in the office, but may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement at a later date.
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
Visit our website to learn more about the work we do to keep Colorado safe!
CDPS is an equal opportunity employer. See our EEOD Utilization Report (2020)
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The Colorado Department of Public Safety (CDPS) consists of five Divisions: Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Colorado State Patrol (CSP), Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ), Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC), and the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM). The Executive Director's Office (EDO) provides administrative and management services to the operating divisions of the department.COLORADO STATE PATROL
The mission of the Colorado State Patrol is to ensure a safe and secure environment for all persons by utilizing the strengths of its members and providing professional law enforcement services that reflect honor, duty, and respect. Through high visibility, strict enforcement, maximum resource deployment, and community education, the CSP promotes safety, protects lives, and preserves state highways using the programs described below:
- Traffic Safety - enforces motor vehicle and all other Colorado laws on 8,400 miles of highway and 57,000 miles of county roads, including selective enforcement actions, saturation patrols, crash investigations, and educational safety programs.
- Communications - provides a professional communications system for members of the Patrol, other state, local, and federal agencies, and Colorado residents.
- Criminal Interdiction and Automobile Theft - proactively investigates motor vehicle theft and related offenses, inspects Vehicle Identification Numbers, interdicts illegal drugs, and gathers intelligence to support state and national homeland security efforts.
- Hazardous Materials Enforcement - enforces permitting and routing rules, develops safe transportation rules and regulations, and provides timely response and mitigation for hazardous materials events on-roadways.
- Executive and Capitol Security - provides 24-hour security at the State Capitol and Capitol Complex, and security for the Governor, First Family, visiting dignitaries, and public demonstrations.
- Smuggling and Trafficking Interdiction Section - enforces the state's human smuggling and human trafficking laws on Colorado roadways.
- Port of Entry and Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program - collaborates with industry to support safe transport of materials on commercial motor carriers in Colorado.
- Aircraft Program - supports traffic enforcement activities and transports state officials and employees.
- Victims Assistance - provides direct services to victims of highway traffic crimes in accordance with the Victim Rights Act.
WHY JOIN US
- Our employees are proud of their work and believe their work is important and valued by the public.
- Our supervisors do a great job managing employees, providing clear expectations, treating employees with respect and providing timely feedback.
- We value a high work-life balance.
- CDPS is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity of backgrounds and ideas.
In addition to rewarding meaningful work, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
Excellent work-life programs, training, and professional development opportunities;
Retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans;
Medical and dental options (for permanent employees and their dependents).
Short and optional long-term disability coverage
10 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) available in every region of the state.
EcoPass for qualifying State employees that work within the RTD service area.
Reduced college tuition (CSU Global, DeVry University, University of the Rockies)
Life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
For a complete review of the benefits we offer, please click on this link.
Description of Job
ABOUT THE WORK UNIT
This position will be working in the Colorado State Patrol Chief's Office. This work unit's purpose is to develop strategic plans and initiatives that support the mission of the Colorado State Patrol.
DUTIES
The primary duties for the Strategic Planner position focus on providing operational strategy formulation, implementation and evaluation. This is a senior level position responsible for working with and across Colorado State Patrol to assess the impact and effectiveness of the agency’s efforts. This position will provide strategic recommendations on organizational
design and directives to optimize performance for both current and future planning. The position will coordinate and consult directly with the Chief of Staff, executive command staff and other senior level positions in creating, communicating, implementing, and sustaining strategic initiatives. This will include utilizing data to support the development of innovative
projects or services, assessing the field to identify emerging trends and recommending new initiatives to propel the agency on an accelerated growth strategy. The position will collaborate closely with the Chief of Staff to design the agency’s plans to help achieve the strategic goals, and will work with and across all business units and stakeholders to establish plans, deliverables and measurable objectives.
design and directives to optimize performance for both current and future planning. The position will coordinate and consult directly with the Chief of Staff, executive command staff and other senior level positions in creating, communicating, implementing, and sustaining strategic initiatives. This will include utilizing data to support the development of innovative
projects or services, assessing the field to identify emerging trends and recommending new initiatives to propel the agency on an accelerated growth strategy. The position will collaborate closely with the Chief of Staff to design the agency’s plans to help achieve the strategic goals, and will work with and across all business units and stakeholders to establish plans, deliverables and measurable objectives.
The Strategic Planner position will also serve as the executive liaison for the accreditation program to ensure compliance with standards and requirements. This will involve working
closely with members of the Accreditation Unit to provide standard proofs, reports, and update policy as processes and procedures change within the Chief’s Office.
Based upon agency research, interest, or law enforcement best practices, the Strategic Planner will lead special projects that influence organizational strategy and operations. In partnership with Policy and Research (PAR), the position will adapt plans and initiatives in order to advance the agency in operational capabilities and mission success. This position will assist with events held by the Chief’s Office and other internal or external engagement campaigns or events.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE)
Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in a field related to duties of position, such as Business, Marketing, Management, or Public Administration.
- A copy of unofficial transcript documenting education requirement must be attached to this application to be considered.
SUBSTITUTIONS
Additional related experience will substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Additional related education will substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam and a drug test.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
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Professional experience creating and implementing strategies to facilitate processes in an organization
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Experience with strategic planning in a state or local government agency
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Experience initiating and managing change within an organization
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Excellent written communication skills
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Excellent oral communication skills and interpersonal skills
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Project management certification
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Strong research skills (gathering and interpretation of information)
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Proven ability to effectively analyze data and use finding to create viable solutions
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.
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.
Supplemental Information
NOTIFICATIONS
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email 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 "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email 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 "info@governmentjobs.com" 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
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.
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. 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, Roberta Mooney, roberta.mooney@state.co.us
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY - RECRUITMENT TIMELINE INFORMATION
- 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.
- 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.
- For an overview of State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view this video.
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