Deputy Director of Research and Legislative Services

Lakewood, CO, USA
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Job Description

Department Information



This position is open only to classified permanent employees and individuals on a reemployment list of the listed department.

The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect.

The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video!
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If you love numbers, you may want to look into our Taxation Division Team! The Taxation Division promotes voluntary compliance with all tax laws through education, assistance and customer service.

What We Do: The Research and Legislative Services unit encompasses three strategic and operational work groups within the Taxation Business Group (TBG). The Office of Research and Analysis (ORA) exists to provide analytical expertise and information to department leadership, state and local policymakers and budget offices, and the public. The Legislative and Implementation Services Team provides support for coordinated projects and initiatives that have impact across all the TBG sections. The Governance, Risk, and Compliance team is a new/growing team that focuses on taxation's data usage, compliance, security, and management activities.

Our Research and Legislative Services unit is seeking a professional leader to serve as a Deputy Director to provide day-to-day oversight of all research and legislative services activity and to work closely with the Director of Research & Legislative Services to establish program goals, processes, and procedures. Our best candidates will have the ability to grow people and build relationships with stakeholders. Most of all, they possess a willingness and desire to learn and grow in an evolving atmosphere!

The Typical Day of a Deputy Director: You will provide program development and guidance, strategic planning for, and supervision of subordinate staff to support the taxation division's data and information governance, risk, and compliance efforts. You will also identify the need for, recruit, and supervise subordinate positions to achieve these established goals. You'll be joining a close-knit team who promotes team building and supporting each other. If you're ready to enjoy the benefits of being a State employee, then this job may be for you!

As a Research and Legislative Services Deputy Director you will:

  • Supervise subordinate staff to support the taxation division's governance, risk, and compliance efforts by managing performance, providing coaching and discussions about development, and determining team’s work assignments and deadlines. This will also include assisting with the hiring process including interviews and recommendations for selection as well as providing onboarding support for new employees.
  • Provide development, guidance, and strategic planning to support the taxation division's governance, risk, and compliance efforts by managing federal audit and data management programs, governance and compliance programs, data security programs, risk quality assurance programs.

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:
Program Management III (H1A4XX)

Program Management class series description available online

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must meet one of the following or any combination of experience/education to meet the minimum (MQ) qualifications:

OPTION 1:
  • Ten (10) years of experience in management or leadership roles in a regulatory environment to include developing and executing strategic work plans, process development and control, and effective relationship management.

OR

OPTION 2:
  • Eight (8) years of experience in management or leadership roles in a regulatory environment to include developing and executing strategic work plans, process development and control, and effective relationship management.
AND
  • Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, Cyber Security, Public Administration or a related field as determined by the Department.

OR

OPTION 3:
  • Six (6) years of experience in management or leadership roles in a regulatory environment to include developing and executing strategic work plans, process development and control, and effective relationship management..
AND
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, Cyber Security, Public Administration or a related field as determined by the Department.
OR

OPTION 4:
  • Four (4) years of experience in management or leadership roles in a regulatory environment to include developing and executing strategic work plans, process development and control, and effective relationship management..
AND
  • Master’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, Cyber Security, Public Administration or a related field as determined by the Department.

NOTE: If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate within and outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources.
  • Ability to multi task in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and thorough in completing work tasks
  • Proficient with Google Suite
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Experience developing and implementing program policies, rules, and procedures that ensure compliance with regulations and contracts while meeting customer needs.
  • Exposure to engaging and building stakeholder relationships within an organization
  • Proven work experience in a supervisory role to include:
    • Monitoring productivity of a team and providing constructive feedback and coaching.
    • Leading teams and implementing plans to complete projects
    • Maintaining timekeeping and personnel records
    • Developing and adapting roles and employees to meet organizational needs
  • Understanding of IT security and safeguards
  • State experience working with tax compliance, or other types of federal/state/local compliance regulatory environments, or performance auditing, or risk/fraud auditing

  • Ability to resolve high level obstacles and achieve goals with autonomy


Conditions of Employment with the CDOR:
Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence.

As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations.

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. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.
  • Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. CDOR 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. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.
  • It is recommended to include the following attachments to be used as a part of the Structured Application Review and Comparative Analysis process:
    • Resume
    • Cover letter
  • List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.
  • Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.
  • The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Email Address:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
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.

APPEAL RIGHTS
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.

Supplemental Information

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance

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 Revenue 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, Jacqueline Brown-Tremble at jacqueline.brown-tremble@state.co.us

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.

If not applying online, submit application to:
If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to DOR_talentacquisition@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.

Methods of Appointment:
Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.

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