Compliance Specialist III

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

• Grant program administration and/or compliance.

• Experience implementing or overseeing federal grants

• Familiarity with Federal Grant Guidelines and requirements such as 2CFR200 and SLFRF Final Rule

OR

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

• Experience working in an organization that is a part of the public workforce system or talentFOUND Network

• Experience preparing for an external audit

• Previous experience performing similar duties as a State of Colorado Classified Employee.

Technical Competencies

• Grant Compliance

• Grant Processing

• Procurement

• State Fiscal Rules

• Federal Fiscal Rules

Foundational Competencies

• Computer Skills

• Critical Analytical and Strategic Thinking

Team Competencies

• Communications Clear frequent information in the right medium

• Organizing and Planning Efficiently focusing energy and resources on the right thing

• Problem Solving and Decision Making Creative analysis and good judgment

• Collaboration/Teamwork

• Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the EVerify Proc
• This position is termlimited and is expected to expire on June 30th 2026. The applicant selected for this position will be required to sign a waiver of retention rights.

Appeal Rights: (Updated)

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

Minimum Qualification Screening

A Human Resources Analyst will only review thework experience/job dutiessections 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 applicationCDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.Parttime 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 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 preemployment 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.