Chief of Staff - Denver, United States - State of Colorado

Description

Department Information


COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF STATE
This announcement will remain open until FILLED. You are encouraged to apply early.

The Colorado Secretary of State's office seeks applications from highly qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Staff & Strategy.

This position is Senior Executive Service (SES), a performance-based pay plan reserved for senior-level management positions.

INNOVATE. SERVE. BALANCE. IMPROVE. THRIVE.

Are you looking for a career that allows you to improve your world and the world around you? The Colorado Department of State (CDOS) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a position that makes a direct impact on enhancing the lives of Coloradans.

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference through the work you do each day, consider joining the dedicated employees of the Colorado Department of State.

Whether working from your home or collaborating onsite, your professional experience will be connected and meaningful.

Our office offers an RTD Eco-pass (currently free of charge) and is conveniently located near Civic Center Station, RTD light-rail lines, and the 16th Street Mall.

In addition to a great location and fulfilling, impactful work, we offer:

• Employee wellness programs and an on-site fitness center
• 12 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off and sick leave
• Access to a diverse array of technical, leadership and supervisory training opportunities
• Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Paid life insurance
• Automatic short-term (and optional long-term) disability coverage

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.


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Our Culture & Environment:
Coloradans come from all walks of life and so do we.

Who We Are

Our mission is to make government easy and accessible for people to further democracy, support economic opportunity for all Coloradans, and demonstrate a standard of integrity and excellence.

Our vision is to ensure all Coloradans have a voice in our future, help Coloradans and their businesses thrive, and be the best at what we do.

What We Believe

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. At the Colorado Department of State, we are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people.

We highly encourage people from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply.

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Colorado Secretary of State's Office

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people.

We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

Description of Job


Position duties include:

• The Chief of Staff & Strategy position serves as a chief advisor to the Secretary of State.
• The position assists in the facilitation of effective decision-making and execution of day-to-day activities of the agency, including assessing inquiries directed to the Secretary, determining the proper course of action, and delegating to the appropriate individual.
• The position supervises members of the executive team, including the communications, legislative affairs, executive assistants, and external and public affairs positions.
• This position leads in the planning and execution of strategic planning and initiatives.
• As a member of the senior leadership team, the Chief of Staff and Strategy elevates the priorities of the Secretary and serves as a link between the Secretary and others to advance the role and interests of the Department.
• Coordinates and assists in Department compliance and accountability.
• Engagement with stakeholders including other departments' and offices' leadership teams.
• This position is non-classified, and is exempt from the rules, procedures, and regulations that govern the State Personnel System.

The successful candidate will:

• Establish credibility throughout the organization and with external stakeholders as an effective developer of solutions to identified challenges.
• Support the mission and vision of the Department and provide recommendations that are in alignment with the Department's strategic vision.
• Foster a success-oriented, accountable environment within the Department.
• Provide continuous effort to improve operations, streamline processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
• Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity among department members that allows for disagreement over ideas, conflict, and expeditious conflict resolution.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Empower employees to take responsibility for their jobs and goals.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least three years of experience as a Chief of Staff, or a similar management position.
• Ten years of professional-level work experience.

Required Competencies

• Strategic thinking
• Decisive execution
• Strong ability to communicate in a clear and direct manner
• Goal and execution-oriented management skills
• Perform well under pressure
• Proven expertise in organizational leadership
• Results driven
• Problem solving/analysis
• Conflict resolution skills
• Negotiation skills

Conditions of Employment

• This position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.
• Travel will be required to perform job-related duties.
• This position requires varied working hours including nights and weekends.
• Must have a valid drivers license.

Supplemental Information

Completing the Application


Completing the Application:

• Please submit a cover letter, current resume and three professional references by e-mail to:
• Applications submitted without the required information will be considered incomplete and will NOT move forward in the selection process.
• Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Online applications will not be accepted.

ADAAA Accommodations and Equal Opportunity Employment

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 Department of State 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 Laura Darby, at or call ext.

6113.

E-verify

The Department of State participates in E-Verify in accordance with the program's Right to Work for all newly hired employees.

Employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility.

You may complete section 1 of the I-9 form upon your acceptance of a job offer letter, but no later than your first day of employment and in addition, on your first day, but no later than the third day, you will be required to submit original documents to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S.

Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at