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This position is open to current residents of Colorado only.

This announcement will remain open until 5:00 PM on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

This position is considered remote and may be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.

The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace and Colorado communities with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.

This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.

We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan 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
• MotivateMe employee wellness program
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
• RTD EcoPass Commuter Program
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to

Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans' Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website:

PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.

Description of Job

The salary range for this posting is: HOURLY $28.30 - $41.24 BIWEEKLY $2,264.31 - $3,299.22 MONTHLY $4,906.00 - $7,148.31

This position supports the Office of New American's strategic goals by monitoring and analyzing reports, developing useful measures, interpreting trends, and suggesting ways to improve performance. This position provides support, including technical assistance, program and policy information, clarification, and general program assistance to State and vendor staff responsible for the administration of ONA programming. The position is an expert in the state and federal requirements related to ONA programming, outlined in Colorado Revised Statutes, Title 45, Vol 2, Part 400 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), as well as Policy Letters (PL) and Dear Colleague Letters (DCL) issued by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), housed within the federal Department of Health & Human Services (HHS).

The position assists with reviewing vendor programs in relation to state and federal requirements and performance goals. This position exists to provide more efficient and effective ways for the State to manage the implementation and performance of refugee resettlement programming.

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: H1C3XX ANALYST III

Minimum Qualifications: Experience Only: Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position to include any combination of:

• Management of federal funding or related budget management.
• Grants based accounting and fund management.
• Contract review and management to include: Experience identifying inaccuracies, ambiguities, or inconsistencies in contracts, agreements, Statements of Work, Invoices, or other similar written documentation.
• Financial analysis and reporting.

OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) funding and related regulations.
• Experience in Salesforce or another client-centered database, including report building, data migration, visualization tools, report running, and dashboard capabilities.
• Experience prioritizing and managing a large portfolio of diverse work tasks with differing deadlines.
• Experience interpreting state or federal laws, rules, regulations, policies, or guidance.
• Aptitude for critical thinking, data analysis, and problem solving. Aptitude for clear and concise written and oral communication.
• Experience performing similar duties as a State of Colorado classified employee.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment to include the E-Verify process.

Appeal Rights: 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 material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action. For further information on the Board Rules, you can 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/board-rules.

Supplemental Information

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: chris.mcgill@state.co.us

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. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE 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. 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.