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Manager, Learning & Development for Colorado / HR Specialist VI - Hybrid

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Manager, Learning & Development for Colorado / HR Specialist VI - Hybrid

Salary

$94,008.00 - $109,200.00 Annually

Location

Statewide, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

AAA-09013-051325

Department

Department of Personnel & Administration

Division

Division of Human Resources

Opening Date

05/13/2025

Closing Date

5/22/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Heather Siegal [email protected]

Primary Physical Work Address

Eligible for a hybrid flexible work assignment within Colorado and may be required to work on site at 1525 Sherman St Denver CO 80203 as necessary to meet business needs.

Hiring Pay Rate

While a salary range is posted for this position, any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state service as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

Note: This posting may fill more than one vacancy.

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The Department of Personnel & Administration (DPA) is the foundation for dependable state government, leading with responsiveness, integrity, and teamwork. We provide services to other government agencies and all Coloradans by taking bold initiative toward a government with engaged employees, innovative solutions, and constructive partnerships.

DPA provides a wide range of programs and services, from custodial & maintenance to financial and human resources support, which assist other state agencies in fulfilling their missions. At DPA, there are countless opportunities to contribute to meaningful work that supports and serves the people of Colorado. The wide variety of positions in DPA allow individuals to learn about state operations and provide for long-term career growth.

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado; it's a chance to combine your expertise with public service. Our professionals strive to support state government and the residents of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more.

Good Government Starts Here!

Why We Want You:

We want your expertise, positive energy, drive to succeed, and love of this great state as we work to elevate the expectations Coloradans have of their government.

What You'll Get From Us:

In return for the skilled work you do, DPA provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to accompany employment opportunities. Please see the Benefits Overview video (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits) for details on the benefits offered to employees.

Description of Job

This position serves as the Manager of the Learning & Development for Colorado (LDC) team within the Department of Personnel & Administration. LDC is the statewide center of excellence for enterprise learning, training, development, and organizational effectiveness.

This role is responsible for leading, developing, and evolving LDC’s strategy, operations, and services to meet the professional development needs of Colorado’s state workforce. This includes designing and delivering high-impact learning, managing statewide programs such as the HR Academy, supervisor training, and performance management courses, and building internal organizational development (OD) consulting capacity.

The manager must bring a strong background in OD and adult learning and will serve as a subject matter expert in these areas.

This position ensures all services align with the State’s Wildly Important Goals (WIGs), the Governor’s Operational Priorities, and relevant executive orders.

The Manager must be able to build strong partnerships across government, including state agencies, the Governor’s Office, Statewide Equity Office (SEO), Labor Relations, Total Rewards, Risk Management, and Policy & Compliance. This position is also responsible for gaining a comprehensive understanding of Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS), State Personnel Board Rules, and the Partnership Agreement, to ensure LDC authority is exercised effectively and appropriately.

A summary of the duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Statewide Learning Strategy & OD Integration

+ Develop and lead a statewide learning strategy aligned with the Governor’s priorities, DPA’s strategic plan and priorities, and workforce development goals.

+ Collaborate with DHR and Workforce Solutions teams to ensure alignment with workforce development and planning, organizational priorities and executive orders.

+ Design needs assessment surveys, training evaluation forums, and data analysis methods, implement and maintain data collection processes, and deliver the infrastructure to support statewide training and development for the State's workforce learning and development program by establishing standardized methods and procedures for delivery, measurement, evaluation and reporting.

Program Oversight & Instructional Design

+ Oversee the development, delivery, and evaluation of statewide learning programs.

+ Manage flagship programs such as the Supervisor Certificate Program, HR Academy, and performance management training.

+ Maintain a train-the-trainer model and coordinate SME input across agencies.

+ Ensure compliance with C.R.S. § 24-50-122 and Article 24.6 of the Partnership Agreement.

Policy, Governance, and Compliance

+ Develop and maintain SOPs, policy guidance, and operational toolkits for LDC delivery.

+ Ensure training programs meet state procurement standards, personnel rules, and legal mandates.

+ Support audit responses and policy inquiries regarding L&D responsibilities.

+ Monitor statewide training requests for trends and possible future course offerings, and prepare reports for training activity for potential agency partnerships and vendor engagement.

Stakeholder Engagement

+ Cultivate strategic partnerships for all state entities, the Governor’s Office, and within DHR.

+ Represent LDC in executive-level discussions and statewide working groups.

+ Ensure learning and development aligns with evolving needs of departments and executive leadership.

LMS and Technology Leadership

+ Support the effective use of the Learning Experience Platform (LXP), ensure alignment of learning technology with content strategy, and manage the agency network of LMS administrators. Identify opportunities to innovate and improve learning delivery across the enterprise.

Data, Reporting, and Funding:

+ Collaborate with DPA Finance to support the funding model and ensure fiscal responsibility, including complex budget management as directed by funds allocated by the Joint Budget Committee.

+ Collect programmatic data and other data resources through agency and DPA collaboration.

+ Use quantitative and qualitative data to drive continuous improvement and to support data-driven decision-making processes.

Team Leadership

+ Supervise and coach a team of professional trainers and OD practitioners.

+ Model and cultivate an inclusive and high-performing team culture.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

*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 , but may be attached. 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. Resumes WILL NOT be reviewed for minimum qualification screening. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will also be used as part of the comparative analysis process to identify a top group for further consideration.

Skills-Based Hiring This position is advertised in line with the Governor’s executive order ( Executive Order 2022 015 (https://www.colorado.gov/governor/sites/default/files/inline-files/D%202022%20015%20Skills%20Based%20Hiring%20EO.pdf) ) focused on skills-based hiring practices that focuses on the knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the job and aligns the hiring process accordingly. Skills-based hiring reduces potential barriers for applicants and allows for reduced bias in the hiring process by providing a direct description of skills that are unique to the duties assigned to the position with a recognition that the applicant may have developed these skills through education, training or past experiences.

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

H4G6XXHUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST VI (https://dhr.colorado.gov/class-description-and-minimum-qualifications-for-h4g-human-resources-specialist)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

At least nine (9) years of professional experience in instructional design, organizational development, or comparable human resource learning experience including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or formal leadership capacity.

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Education and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Workforce Education, Organizational Development, Adult Education, I/O Psychology, Public Administration, or a related field AND five (5) years of professional experience as described above, including at least three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

The exceptional candidate will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following preferred qualifications:

+ Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives aligned to executive-level goals.

+ Experience navigating politically complex environments and influencing stakeholders across levels.

+ Familiarity with Colorado state government structure, statute, personnel rules, and the Partnership Agreement.

+ Experience managing enterprise-level learning programs and/or learning technologies (e.g., LMS, LXP).

+ High emotional intelligence, strong conflict resolution skills, and ability to lead teams through change.

+ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

+ Previous State of Colorado experience

Conditions of Employment:

+ A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.

Comparative Analysis Process

The comparative analysis process for this position may consist of a structured application review, an online assessment and a structured interview.

Appeal Rights:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed, and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at [email protected] within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department’s action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can 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/board-rules .

Supplemental Information

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.

Accommodations : The Department of Personnel & Administration 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, Heather Siegal [email protected]

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

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This position requires Experience Only: At least nine (9) years of professional experience in instructional design, organizational development, or comparable human resource learning experience including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or formal leadership capacity. OR Education and Experience: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Workforce Education, Organizational Development, Adult Education, I/O Psychology, Public Administration, or a related field AND five (5) years of professional experience as described above, including at least three (3) years of supervisory experience. Do you meet this qualification?

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FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO: Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately. If you are a current State of Colorado employee, please list all State of Colorado Departments or institutions of Higher Education for which you have worked for and your Employee ID (if known):

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