Work Based Learning Integration Coordinator

at  State of Colorado Job Opportunities

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.

This is a grant funded position expected to expire on JUNE 30, 2025. The individual hired for this position will be required to sign a waiver of retention rights.
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
• Medical and dental health plans
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• BenefitHub state employee discount program
• MotivateMe employee wellness program
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
• RTD EcoPass Commuter Program
• 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

DESCRIPTION OF JOB

The salary for this position is:
$32.74 - $45.23 Hourly
$2,619.23 - $3,618.00 Biweekly
$5,675.00 - $7,839.00 Monthly
$68,100.00 - $94,068.00 Annually
This position will be shared between the Business Innovation and Strategy Unit and the Apprenticeship Colorado team in the Office of the Future of Work. The Business Innovation and Strategy Unit (BISU) is designed to support the workforce needs of our State. The BISU works with businesses to connect them to the workforce system and resources available across the state. This unit also looks for strategies that can be deployed to address gaps in the workforce.
The Office of the Future of Work (OFW) works to understand, prepare for, and develop effective policy and programmatic solutions to support Coloradans in today and tomorrow’s changing economy. The OFW works in partnership with other state departments and convenes task forces and summits with diverse stakeholders across different regions to explore the topic. Registered apprenticeship continues to be a high priority for the Governor and is a key focus of the CDLE Executive Director.The OFW oversees the State Apprenticeship Agency (referred to as Apprenticeship Colorado) which promotes and supports registered apprenticeship programs in Colorado.
This position is term limited position funded through June 30, 2025. The employee will be required to waive retention rights.
This position is directed by Executive order D 2023 16 to work with the State Division of Human Resources (DHR) within the Department of Personnel and Administration (DPA) to develop and enhance work based learning strategies for the hardest to fill positions across Colorado State Agencies. As the Internal Work-Based Learning and Skills-Based Hiring
Change Agent, this position will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our workforce. This staff member will champion and implement strategies to create more employment and career opportunities through work-based learning. This role is crucial for aligning our recruitment needs with work based learning programs, while recommending changes
needed within our current policies to support the addition of work based learning strategies.
This position is classified as an Administrator IV

CLASS CODE & CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION: (NEW)

H1B4XX

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION SCREENING

A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use “see resume” or “see attached” statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.
Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.

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 Labor and Employment 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, Sean Montoya, at sean.montoya@state.co.us. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.
While a salary range is posted for this position, an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis, which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work.

Please refer the Job description for details