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Denver, CO | United States

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Be BOLD and make a real difference . . .

This position is only available to current permanent residents of the State of Colorado.

At CDPHE we prioritize creating a workplace that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We believe that such a workplace enables us to be a more relevant, creative, and resilient organization. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply for our open positions. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate against anyone based on their race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or caregiver status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job application and interview process, as well as during employment.

To potential candidates: we know that research shows that women, transgender and non-binary individuals, and BIPOC individuals are often hesitant to apply for jobs if they do not believe they meet every qualification listed in a job description. At CDPHE, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team, and we prioritize finding the best candidate for the job, regardless of whether they come from a background that is traditional to our field of work. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every qualification listed in the job description.

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Our tobacco-free campus offers free parking and is conveniently located near RTD bus lines, Glendale City Set, and the Cherry Creek bike path. In addition to a great location and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Employee wellness programs and facilities

• Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects

• Bike to work programs, including access to storage lockers and bike racks

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system

• 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

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off

• Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees

• Tuition assistance for college-level courses including Masters degree programs

• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, and

• A variety of employee resource groups

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.

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to:

Description of Job

The Work Unit:
The Fiscal Services Section provides accounting, budgeting, budget submission, policy, and grant management services; contract writing and management; accounts receivable billing; supplies and equipment procurement; personnel administration; and professional, technical, and administrative support services to internal and external customers for the Water Quality Control Division (WQCD).



What You Will Be Doing:
This position will serve as the accounting unit manager and will oversee the work accuracy and product of three direct reports. The position will oversee accounts receivable, grant management, and financial reporting and training. The financial workload requires that the full range of technical guidance, support, planning, implementation of statute and special bills, fee setting, monitoring and corrective intervention be provided for WQCD and CDPHE. This involves overseeing all four funding types: General Fund, Cash Funds, Reappropriated Funds, and multiple Federal Fund grants with a variety of distinct funding sources. The position’s primary responsibilities are to ensure proper alignment of departmental strategies and ensure the alignment of processes and procedures to the fiscal procurement manual, GAAP, GASB, State fiscal rules, the Colorado Procurement Code and other applicable laws and regulations. This position assures efficient and effective processes and compliance with applicable rules, regulations, department and State procedures. Position seeks partnerships alongside division finance positions to offer strategic solutions to budget and resource needs as they arise. Position identifies new funding opportunities at the state and federal level.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications:

Option One : Nine (9) years of professional accounting experience.



Option Two: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in accounting;

AND
Five (5) years of professional accounting experience.

Option Three: Substitutions - Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution which included 27 semester hours of accounting or auditing coursework will substitute for the degree requirement. Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will substitute for the degree requirement and two years of the professional accounting experience. Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

***If using education to qualify, or to demonstrate completion of preferred coursework, attach a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts can be attached to your CO Jobs application. Late transcripts will not be accepted. ***



Conditions of Employment:

• Must be willing to a pre-employment background check required for all position for CDPHE.

Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies:

• Knowledge of theory, principles and practices of Accounting
• Grant reconciliation and billing experience
• Grant processing and reporting experience
• Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards and procedures
• Knowledge of state & federal fiscal rules and regulations
• Experience with the State’s financial+ systems such as CORE
• Advanced data analysis within Microsoft Excel
• Holds self accountable for high-quality and timely results
• Excellent listening skills
• Careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks
• Ability to use critical thinking when making decisions or solving problems
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to demonstrate awareness of technologies and use technology effectively
• Experience supervising or leading a team

Appeal Rights:


If you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.


Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at A standard appeal form is available at: 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

A complete application packet must include:

• A completed State of Colorado application.
• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
• If using education to qualify; a copy of your transcripts. Unofficial copies accepted.

The Selection Process:

• All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
• Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

• Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.

• A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.

E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.


You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.



ADAAA Accommodations :
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 Public Health and Environment 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 at [email protected] or call 303-692-2060, option 5.

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