Law Enforcement Traffic Services Specialist (Grants Specialist IV) - Denver

Law Enforcement Traffic Services Specialist (Grants Specialist IV) - Denver

Salary: $71,544.00 - $82,272.00 Annually

Location: Denver, CO

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: HAA-50004359-11/25

Department: Department of Transportation

Division: Office of Transportation Safety

Opening Date: 12/09/2025

Closing Date: 12/23/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address: 2829 W. Howard Pl. Denver, CO 80204

Department Contact Information: emily.harp@state.co.us

Hiring Pay Rate: The 2025 Step Pay Program may increase the salary range for employees with time in the class series.

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.

About CDOT: CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details.

Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

CDOT for All: CDOT's strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

Description of Job

About the Work Unit: The Highway Safety Office (HSO), within the Office of Transportation Safety (OTS) at CDOT, exists to enhance the safety of the traveling public in Colorado through coordinated, integrated management of traffic safety education and enforcement programs.

A key purpose of the HSO is to foster partnerships with CDOT Regions, federal and state agencies, local governments and the private sector to ensure the overall safety and mobility of the general public. The HSO develops goals, objectives and performance measures for the statewide highway safety program; develops the Triennial Highway Safety Plan, develops the annual Problem Identification Report; and provides policy guidance, interagency negotiations, quality assurance, and training.

About the Position: As the Law Enforcement Traffic Services Specialist, you will administer the Law Enforcement grant program and projects. Grants and projects managed by this position include those related to distracted driving, impaired driving, seat belts, teen drivers, law enforcement liaisons, and speed enforcement. This position serves as the Staff Authority on Law Enforcement initiatives and programs, which requires a unique level of specialized knowledge and expertise in the field of impaired enforcement and Standard Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) as well as knowledge and expertise in countermeasures, laws, trends and technology.

Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide expertise to HSO management in the development and delivery of goals, objectives, communications and implementation strategies for the projects directly related to Law Enforcement activity.
• Oversee all aspects of the Law Enforcement Liaison (LEL) program, including oversight of contractors.
• Manage high level, mission critical highway safety grants, funded at the State and Federal level.
• Conduct project management for high level grants, including reviewing applications, contract preparation, negotiation, pre-work conferences, monitoring visits, reviewing of reports for contract compliance, and evaluating performance.
• Review and approve/deny payment of claims for grant reimbursement of work and materials and evaluate overall project direction and rate of progress.
• Perform systematic file reviews during the year to ensure that files are compliant with prescribed NHTSA and state requirements.
• Provide on-going training and technical assistance to grant projects as needed and/or requested, including project and financial management assistance.
• Partner internally and externally with various stakeholders and represent the HSO on task forces, committees, and other groups to promote public policy and education.
• Collaborate with the HSO management team in the planning, development and execution of HSO's publications, projects, events and initiatives.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Your schedule will primarily be 8:00 am 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday, with opportunity for a flexible schedule.
• You will likely work a hybrid schedule with a combination of in-office and remote work.
• Some travel required statewide to perform site visits (less than 10%)
• Out of state travel is required to attend conferences and training (less than 5%)

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications Experience Only: At least 7 years of full-time professional experience in public health, sociology, psychology, criminal justice, social work, public administration, or other work related to the major duties of this position, which included: At least 3 years of experience as a police officer/deputy with a primary focus working in traffic enforcement OR Education and Experience: A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least 7 years. Education from an accredited college or university with coursework in public health, sociology, psychology, criminal justice, social work, public administration, or another field of study related to the duties of this position will be considered. Full-time professional experience as a police officer/deputy with a primary focus working in traffic enforcement will be considered. Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. "See Resume" statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated. College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

Conditions of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.

Preferred Qualifications: The exceptional applicant will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
• Graduate from an accredited police academy;
• Prior law enforcement supervisory, administrative, and/or command level position and experience;
• Traffic law enforcement experience.
• Knowledge of current traffic safety countermeasures;
• Knowledge of general police methods, practices, and procedures;
• Deep understanding of and commitment to traffic safety programs and issues;
• Familiarity with