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Mitigation Projects Specialist

Salary

$70,140.00 - $90,000.00 Annually

Location

Centennial, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

RAA DHSEM 00113 052025

Department

Department of Public Safety

Division

Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Opening Date

06/12/2025

Closing Date

6/26/2025 5:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

9195 E. Mineral Ave, Centennial, CO 80112

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Leticia Tavarez [email protected] 720-471-9883

Salary Note

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

Type of Announcement

A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

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

A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. If appointed to position, applicants from outside of Colorado will be required to relocate to Colorado prior to their start date, at their own expense.

Please Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

This position is grant funded until August 23, 2028 w ith a high probability for renewal once it expires.

CDPS 2022 Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mhirfXA6CeujGdFetbkPOC78t2GASFdw/view)

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

CDPS commits to cultivating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We ensure that we recruit, retain, and promote engaged employees. Our approach to diversity is simple - it's about embracing everyone! We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex, not an initiative. Our strength is our promise to be inclusive with intentional strategies to welcome and uplift our employees to thrive - while building a more equitable workplace.

Why I love My Job at CDPS (https://youtu.be/wVFnhrTd3jI)

At CDPS we nurture an employee-centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans!

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Careers with a purpose:

If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join!

We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery.

You’ll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community!

When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be.

Unmatched Benefits

+ We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits.

+ 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.

+ State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP.

+ Job protected medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave/family-medical-leave-act-fmla) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) (https://famli.colorado.gov/) .

+ Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado.

+ Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.

+ We offer unmatched 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 (https://www.copera.org/member-contribution-rates) for details.

+ CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-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.

+ Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global University.

+ Credit Union of Colorado (https://www.cuofco.org/credit-union-colorado-membership-eligibility) membership eligibility.

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)

Description of Job

DIVISION OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

This position is located within the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM). The division is a dynamic and diverse team that is committed to developing, administering and coordinating comprehensive and integrated statewide emergency management and homeland security programs. The Division’s work ensures the safety and security of Colorado and its infrastructure through unity of effort with local, tribal, state, federal, private, and nongovernmental partners.

Our Mission:To lead and support Colorado's effort to prevent, protect, mitigate, respond to and recover from all-hazards events.

Our Vision:A prepared, safe and resilient Colorado!

Our Core Values:Service, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Vision and Excellence.

Our Guiding Principles:Results-Focused, Innovative, Service-Oriented and Employee-Centric.

Our mission is accomplished through a comprehensive and coordinated program of mitigating hazards, preparing for emergencies, preventing terrorist attacks and other criminal activity, coordinating resources for response to a disaster and supporting subsequent recovery efforts. The division also serves as the conduit for state and federal funding to prepare for and recover from all hazard events. The division accomplishes its mission through the following offices:

+ Director's Office

+ Office of Emergency Management

+ Office of Grants Management (Formerly Office of Preparedness)

+ Office of Security and Prevention Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC)

+ Office of Public Safety Communications (OPSC)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Monday - Friday 8am-5:pm (Some flexibility on schedule)

Hybrid (3 days in office/2 remote)

Occasional in state and out of state travel required.

ABOUT THE WORK UNIT

The Office of Emergency Management conducts the four phases of emergency management (Preparedness, Response, Mitigation and Recovery) in coordination with other State Agencies and in support of local jurisdictions. It integrates emergency management efforts across all levels of government, including state, local, tribal and federal.

Mitigation Section:

The mission of the Mitigation Section is to reduce the consequences of natural hazards in Colorado by enabling education, planning, and long-term solutions with our partners. This is accomplished through the development and maintenance of comprehensive mitigation programs; managing and conducting activities associated with the protection of people, property, critical assets and key resources, the natural environment, and the economy; performing and providing technical assistance for mitigation planning; and administering and fostering mitigation construction projects. The section coordinates the State’s mitigation program with FEMA and other federal and State agencies and assists local jurisdictions with hazard mitigation planning and projects.

ABOUT THE POSITION

This position exists to achieve the goals of reducing exposure of Colorado's residents, local

governments, businesses, and others to loss of life and property from natural hazards through collaborative efforts with division staff, local community staff, emergency managers, content experts, and other partners from related disciplines through mitigation planning, non- construction, and construction project activities.

Duties include (but are not limited to):

Mitigation Project Technical Assistance and Project Development

This position utilizes the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance Programs, Flood Mitigation Assistance program and other guidance to determine if a state or local mitigation projects meet program requirements. This position will provide technical assistance to local communities for scopes of work, cost estimates, benefit cost analysis, risk assessment, environmental and historical analyses before submission. This position stays abreast of changes in federal and state plans and regulations and adapt programs to conform. Monitors projects and identifies issues with project management, schedules, costs, etc. and responds to FEMA’s pre-award requests for information within required timelines. Assists in the development of benefit-cost analysis using FEMA protocols and reviews federal and state documents including environmental assessments and judges if a community is in compliance with program rules and regulations. Conducts potential applicant briefings pre- and post-disaster and may conduct training sessions and workshops as related to mitigation project development, planning and completion.

Grants Management and Administration

Manage the administration and management of Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant programs and other State grant programs as applicable. Administer and manage all grant-related functions including application process, review and selection, issuance of grant awards, budget changes, grant extensions, and the grant close out process. Provide assigned subrecipient with technical assistance, training, and grant guidance by interpreting Federal Cost Principles (Code of Federal Regulations). Oversee contracting and amendment processes for subrecipients and review reimbursement request for compliance with grant's requirements.

Mitigation Project Outreach and Support

Assist local governments and state agencies with developing mitigation projects, construction and non-construction, grant applications and identify natural hazards and impacts, facilitate local project development and process when necessary, facilitate meetings and briefings, identify public, private, and nonprofit partnerships. Review, evaluate, and comment on local natural hazard mitigation projects for compliance with FEMA requirements and assist communities with getting projects completed. Assist communities with post disaster mitigation project development.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet the following criteria for consideration.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE)

Experience Only:

Seven (7) years of relevant experience in project management, grants and contracting, budgeting, grant writing, or natural hazard mitigation.

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and experience in project management, grants and contracting, budgeting, grant writing, or natural hazard mitigation. equal to seven (7) years

* Note: Application work history and supplemental questions must clearly articulate relevant professional experience as applicable to the position.*

REQUIRED SKILLS

+ Ability to prioritize and be accountable.

+ Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills.

+ Ability to make independent and creative decisions.

+ Ability to multi-task.

+ Strong organizational and follow up skills.

+ Self-sufficient, highly motivated and team player.

+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with consistency and reliability

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

+ Understanding of natural hazards and disaster impacts.

+ Experience working with FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance programs

+ Experience managing contracts and/or federal and state grants

+ Experience communicating risks to the public to support mitigation measures

+ Familiarity with NEPA processes

+ Understanding and experience with FEMA's benefit-cost analysis toolkit

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

+ Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam and a fingerprint based criminal history search.

+ Must have a valid Colorado Driver’s License

+ Must be a resident of Colorado prior to start date.

+ May travel to attend meetings across Colorado.

+ Must be able to respond to the State Emergency Operations Center any day or time

to support incident response and recovery

+ This position is grant funded through September 23, 2028, w ith a high probability for renewal once it expires . The employee will be required to sign a waiver of retention

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

Supplemental Information

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS ASSISTANCE AND QUESTIONS

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 Human Resources at [email protected] .

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.

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 " [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.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY - RECRUITMENT TIMELINE INFORMATION

+ Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional informationmay notbe 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.

+ 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 State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view thisvideo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUwZiY6G24U&feature=emb\_logo) .

+ Resumes, Cover Letters,or other documents submitted: WillNotbe 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).

+ Comparative Analysis Stepsmayinclude:

+ Structured application review by a panel of SMEs

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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Please explain why you are interested in this position and how this position fits in with your career goals.

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Please describe your experience and roles with community development, infrastructure, or natural hazard mitigation projects. Include the funding source (federal, state, local, other), reporting requirements, and any environmental review requirements.

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Please describe your grant management experience.

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Positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety require a comprehensive background examination including a criminal history check and polygraph. Are you willing to participate in this process if you receive a conditional job offer?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please list your Employee Identification Number (EID), dates of employment, and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If you are not a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please state "N/A".

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I understand that employees of the Colorado Department of Public Safety contribute to the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) retirement benefit plan and do not contribute to Social Security.

+ Yes

+ No

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