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State of Colorado SNAP E&T Program Analyst III in Denver Metro, Colorado
SNAP E&T Program Analyst III
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SNAP E&T Program Analyst III
Salary
$56,028.00 - $72,840.00 Annually
Location
Denver Metro, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IHA 07084 06/13/2024
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Division
OES (Office of Economic Security)
Opening Date
06/13/2024
Closing Date
6/27/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
1575 Sherman Street Denver, CO 80203
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Deborah.Pineda@state.co.us
Salary Note
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
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 open to current Colorado residents only.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
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Description of Job
Please Note: This position has hybrid work arrangements. Effective September, 2023 employees are expected to report to the office at least 2 days a week. These arrangements are subject to change.
About this Unit:
The Division of Economic and Workforce Support (DEWS) is responsible for ongoing implementation of an array of Adult Financial Assistance Programs (Old Age Pension, State Burial Assistance, Aid to the Needy Disabled, Home Care Allowance, and Colorado Supplement), the Colorado Works Program, Colorado Refugee Services Program, Employment First and other workforce development services. Adult Financial Assistance programs provide a safety net for elderly and disabled indigent adults. Colorado Works is the State's Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Program; it is designed to assist participants to terminate their dependence on government benefits by promoting job preparation, work, and marriage and to develop strategies and policies that focus on ensuring that participants are in work activities as soon as possible. The Colorado Works program, in its design, also promotes investment into capacity building and prevention work to strengthen families, provides for positive youth development and healthy relationships. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as food stamps) provides federal resources to states for the implementation of employment and training programs that help SNAP recipients gain or improve in employment, in order to reduce dependency on SNAP, known as the SNAP E&T program. Colorado Refugee Services Program (CRSP) ensures the resettlement of refugees in Colorado and promotes their advancement toward self-sufficiency and long-term integration into U.S. culture. DEWS also oversees several smaller discretionary programs..
The programs operate in all counties in Colorado and are administered locally by the county departments of human/social services. The Division supervises county departments of human/social services in the administration of these programs and is responsible for ensuring that all counties comply with the terms of their county policies and all federal and State statutes and regulations. Division staff write State-level policies and rules; train county staff on policies, procedures, and effective case management skills; provide technical assistance to counties on automated systems issues; work with the General Assembly on legislative and fiscal initiatives affecting programs operation; report to the federal government federal programs; monitor county performance; and allocate funds to the counties for their use in implementing the program. The Division is the primary link between the county departments of human/social services and the federal government on issues regarding welfare reform and disabled individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The Division also works closely with other Divisions and Offices within the Department, other State agencies, the General Assembly, the Governor's Office, and client advocacy organizations in the implementation of welfare reform.
About this Position:
The position supports the Division’s strategic goals by monitoring and analyzing reports, developing useful measures, interpreting trends, and suggesting ways to improve SNAP Employment and Training performance. This position provides support, including technical assistance, program and policy information and clarification, and general program assistance to State, county and partner staff responsible for administration of SNAP E&T programming. The position is an expert in the federal and state requirements related to SNAP E&T programming
The position assists with reviewing county and vendor programs operations as they pertain to federal and state requirements and performance goals. This position exists to provide more efficient and effective ways for the State to manage the implementation and performance of SNAP E&T programming.
Summary of Job Duties:
SNAP E&T Program Expert:
- Serves as expert in all SNAP E&T programming requirements and performance measures. Researches and analyzes federal, state and county plans, statutes and regulations to develop actionable improvements that can be utilized by State, county, and partner staff to increase performance within applicable measures. Collaborates with state, county, and partner colleagues to ensure coordination of approach to address program performance concerns. Communicates performance discrepancies with Division leadership to ensure efficacy of practice that supports defined federal and State goals.
Data Analysis:
- Utilizes daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and/or yearly report data to monitor State, county and partner performance across all aspects of SNAP E&T programming. Analyzes trends and patterns indicating potentially misapplied policy to inform State program guidance and monitoring efforts, and county/partner training and processes. Supports counties/partners, sometimes in person. Provides written and verbal analysis on performance measures on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis to internal and external colleagues. The analysis includes but is not limited to how the State is performing in relation to federal measures, information on performance outliers, and recommendations for how to address those outliers. Depending on the measure, an in-depth review of a random sampling of cases may be required to be completed by this position.
Quality Improvement:
The position provides essential guidance to management for measuring and understanding program performance and for strategizing and organizing performance improvement. Sets program goals based on available data, statutory requirements, leadership priorities, and program priorities. Evaluates and interprets data on the performance of the program and of the counties and partners that administer the SNAP E&T program. Interprets data to identify exceptional and poor performance among the counties and partners, as well as the causes and possible best practices/solutions. Monitors performance outcomes necessary to comply with federal and state regulations. Develops strategies to improve performance outcomes at the State and local levels. Develops and implements program and reporting training strategies and curriculum with division staff using in-depth program knowledge. Collaborates with internal staff to identify effective strategies within the Division’s continuous quality improvement efforts.
Identifying areas in need of improvement.
Brainstorming effective strategies for improvement.
Assisting in implementing those strategies when appropriate and necessary.
Assisting Division leadership in determining critical measures requiring in-depth analysis and review, resulting in program integrity and validation projects to ensure practices tied to program performance goals are sound.
Other duties may include: ad-hoc reporting as needed; participating in data-driven management discussions; assisting in the development of contract performance measures; cross-training in other OES or DEWS data positions; assisting in the development of RFPs and all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Important Note: Please review your application to ensure completion. For the most equitable applicant experience, CDHS' hiring teams consider only the contents of your application to determine meeting minimum qualifications and for the comparative analysis process. Experience is calculated on a full-time equivalency basis, therefore, it is important to accurately notate the hours you averaged per experience section entry. Volunteer work or related type of experience may be used to meet the qualifications, but must be clearly documented. It is paramount that in the experience portion of the application, the applicant describes the extent to which they possess the education, experience, competencies and background as they relate to the duties outlined in the job announcement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Option 1 - Experience:
Six years of professional work experience in a position that was responsible for quality reviews/assurance, performance tracking, technical assistance, and overall program support.
Please note: This experience must be clearly documented on your application and the supplemental questions must be answered. Your application will not be considered if you do not answer the supplemental questions, responses such as “N/A or See resume” will not be accepted.
OR
Option 2 - Substitutions:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment AND two years of professional work experience in a position that was responsible for quality reviews/assurance, performance tracking, technical assistance, and overall program support.
OR: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years
Substitutions:
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Five (5) years of experience designing, and implementing performance tracking materials such as project dashboards and/or reports that identify performance trends, best practices and areas for improvement.
Demonstrated extensive knowledge of federal Supplemental Nutrition and Assistance Program Employment and Training program regulations.
Considerable knowledge of national trends in research, legislation, and program innovations of workforce development programs is preferred.
Demonstrated working knowledge of current trends in workforce development, such as vocational/educational training, labor market information, employment practices, and occupational and economic trends affecting clients and employers.
Demonstrated experience collaborating with internal and external organizations, county departments of social/human services, and community stakeholders to plan and execute program activities.
Ability to develop new opportunities for cross-collaboration across programs and divisions and gain support for new initiatives.
Ability to define program goals, objectives, risks, roles, and responsibilities.
Conditions of Employment:
Occasionally travel to meetings throughout the state
Standard Background – Name check, TRAILS, CMS and JBITS
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or 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 under Rules.
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
How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contactDeborah.Pineda@state.co.us
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org 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
Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans.
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations: CDHS 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, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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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