Administrator III

Department Information

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5 : 00 PM ON WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 19 2025

This position will have hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at least three days per week and at the discretion of the supervisor.

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 PERADefined 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 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 : 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

Pay for position : HOURLY

$28.30 - $40.22

BIWEEKLY

$2264.31 - $3217.93

MONTHLY

$4906.00 - $6972.19

ANNUALLY

$58872.00 - $83666.28

The unit is responsible for providing budget and contract support to the Division director and Division leadership. This unit provides support to the Division including tracking of budgets and funds purchasing and tracking of contracts and licenses. The unit provides a clear understanding of all available funding streams and ensures fiscal rules are followed by the division. This unit will also work with the CDLE Budget and Finance Office as well as others to accomplish these duties.

The unit tracks all contracts and licenses. Working with supervisors and staff to renew as appropriate when the need arises. The unit creates RQSs for approval for new funding new contracts new licenses new equipment etc. The unit processes all invoices making sure they are accurate and creates the Payment Authorization Form to make sure the vendor is paid timely. Verifies receipt of request items once approval is given and purchases are made. The unit works closely with the CDLE Budget and Finance office on a daily basis. Making sure UIs $60 million dollars in various funds are tracked used appropriately and alerts division leadership to any variances. The unit also works very closely with PCS on a daily basis making sure UI is not incurring any statutory violations and contracts and purchases are verified and timely.

This position aims to ensure compliance with Federal grants and monitor ongoing funding streams and contracts. This is required to ensure the successful passing of future audits and program reviews by the United States Department of Labor and State compliance. The pandemic-related benefits programs have significantly increased the number and complexity of funding streams procurements and projects that need monitoring and tracking. Each funding source has specific parameters on how and when the money will be spent and regular reporting requirements.

This position will monitor various Division of Unemployment Insurance contracts track progress and expenditures against funding streams including Supplemental Budget Requests (SBRs) ensure software and hardware licenses and agreements are renewed appropriately and provide invoices for these and other financial obligations that are paid on time.

This position will ensure the completion of the various reports due to USDOL and other entities on the progress of SBRs on project statuses outcomes and spending to deadlines. Program managers will provide the appropriate updates to this unit for accuracy and completeness.

The position will work daily with the CDLE Budget team the CDLE Finance team and the CDLE PCS team to keep the Division operating smoothly; that a license doesnt expire because of a missed expiration date or vital work is not delayed because the RQS for a contract is not processed timely or correctly. When questions arise with invoices the position will contact vendors to address those questions on invoices and as appropriate provide the answers to upper management. The position reaches out to multiple work units on the renewal of licenses to verify the need for the number of licenses and keep track of who the license is assigned to. On behalf of the Division of Unemployment Insurance the position keeps internal records of the Federal BASE grant - the main source of funding for the Division the Revenue fund and the Unemployment Insurance Program Support Fund.

The position also monitors the Federal Supplement Business Request grants received from the federal government to work on specific areas of the business. The position is the first step in the Division making sure funds are available for payroll distribution. The position works with the CDLE Budget and CDLE Finance teams to move money to make funds available for salaries and purchases - the JV process.

Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

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 :

H1B3XX

ADMINISTRATOR III

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience Only :

Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

Education and Experience :

A combination of related education and / or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years

Required Competencies :

Knowledge of and ability to use the proper processes and practices for managing and administering various contractual agreements.

Critical Thinking - Employees must be able to analyze and evaluate an issue to form a judgment.

Judgment to decide how to handle each task - Employees must demonstrate the mental ability to understand something form an opinion and choose to handle the workload by following our processes and procedures.

Strong organizational skills : Managing multiple tasks projects and deadlines is essential.

Teamwork : Working collaboratively with others to achieve common goals is essential in all aspects of this role.

Adaptability : Adapting to changing priorities and circumstances is essential in a dynamic work environment.

Preferred Qualifications :

State of Colorado contracting / procurement experience

Knowledge in governmental accounting

Knowledge of and ability to use financial and accounting applications.

Process improvement or process documentation experience

Excellent procurement experience.

Knowledge of and ability to utilize the tools techniques and procedures needed to

establish and monitor contracts and budgets

Excellent customer service skills as well as strong collaborative interpersonal negotiation and networking skills

Strong organizational skills and project planning

Understanding of federal and state grants and processes required for effective grant administration.

Conditions of Employment :

• Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment

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 within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Departments 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 Directors Administrative Procedures Chapter 8 Resolution of Appeals and Disputes at Information

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact : j

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.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling grammar and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE AND / OR FUTURE VACANCIES

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 State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do including hiring employment and advancement opportunities.

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 . Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort please call .

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.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Hadoop,Microsoft Windows Server,Windows,Apache,Linux,SAN,Shell Scripting,System Administration,Administrative Experience,Scripting,Oracle,Troubleshooting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 58872 - 83666