JOB
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.
In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined
Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates.
Medical and dental health plans;
Short and long term disability coverage;
Paid life insurance;
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;
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This position is compensated on a bi-weekly pay cycle.
Who May Apply: This position is only open to Colorado state residents.
Location: This position is located in Colorado Springs, CO.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The Colorado of Department of Corrections is looking for a dynamic leader with a professional medical background to provide senior management which includes planning, directing, and administering the operations of Clinical Services work units in all CDOC correctional facilities throughout the state through subordinate managers. Specific duties include but are not limited to the following:
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Responsible for all Clinical Services programs that provide state-wide health services which include medical, behavioral health, dental, clinic operations, pharmacy, quality assurance, policy, and support services;
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Define program objectives by strategically planning for mandates, future trends, and offender needs;
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Formulate and/or adjust programs by analyzing the complexities inherent in a multi-faceted environment to determine resourceful, efficient processes and guidelines;
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Provide oversight and direction for health care delivery, staffing patterns, pharmaceutical operations, assurance of quality care, records and services through subordinate management;
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Allocate human and fiscal resources among and between constituent programs;
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Accountable for attaining and presenting organizational and program objectives by collaboration with managers and administrators;
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Accountable for self-organization goals and objectives, and establishing administrative processes, budgets, and programmatic guidelines in support of facilities and division;
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Design, develop, and apply principles of strategic planning to ensure compliance with operational standards while achieving program goals relative to budget, human resources, and application of taxpayer's assets;
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Identify, develop, approve, and provide oversight to policies and procedures that govern the clinical/correctional environment based on standards and the need for change, conforming to all state laws, national and local standards which include ACA and the Health Department;
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Serves as appointing authority to all positions assigned to clinical services;
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Position is responsible for all components of performance management;
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Resolve employee complaints and respond to personnel matters, in collaboration with the Office of Human Resources;
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Confer as a liaison with other state agencies; identify the need for teams or committees and advocate to resolve intra-agency or interagency issues;
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Develop and lead teams, participate in or delegate leadership in the teams to resolve system's issues or processes;
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Provides leadership in advisory, medical professional, interdisciplinary, planning, budget and other committees.
**Please read through this job announcement carefully and ensure that you submit a complete and thorough application. You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records** SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
After submitting an application, you should receive an immediate email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application.
Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept of Corrections employee or from this email address [email protected] 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 do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date, please contact Stacey Hibpshman at [email protected].
SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.
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 State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
Colorado Department of Corrections 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 Employee Relations Specialist, Kristen Lange, at [email protected] or call 719-728-0270.
ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE.
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.
