OMMIR Community Support CoordinatorPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4609579) ApplyOMMIR Community Support CoordinatorSalary $57,708.00 - $92,340.00 AnnuallyLocation Lakewood, COJob TypeFull TimeJob NumberRAA DCJ 536 8/2024DepartmentDepartment of Public SafetyDivisionDivision of Criminal JusticeOpening Date08/12/2024Closing Date8/26/2024 5:00 PM MountainFLSADetermined by PositionType of AnnouncementThis position is open only to Colorado state residents.Primary Physical Work Address700 Kipling Street, Lakewood, CO 80215FLSA StatusExempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.Department Contact InformationStefania Chis, 720-498-1815, stefania.chis@state.co.usHow To ApplyPlease 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.
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Department InformationThis position is open only to Colorado residents only. A n eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months. Our Mission -Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communitiesOur Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across ColoradoOur Core Values – Unity, Honor, ServiceCDPS commits to cultivating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We ensure that we recruit, retain, and promote engaged employees. Our approach to diversity is simple - it's about embracing everyone! We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex, not an initiative. Our strength is our promise to be inclusive with intentional strategies to welcome and uplift our employees to thrive - while building a more equitable workplace. CDPS is an equal opportunity employer. See ourEEOD Utilization Report (2020)Why Do I Love My Job at CDPS At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans! Careers with a purpose:If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join! We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery. You’ll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community! When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be. Unmatched Benefits: We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training, and professional development opportunities! Did you know that only 15% of employers offer a defined contribution plan? CDPS offers unmatched retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans. The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services. CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation, sick leave, and wellness days. Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts. Description of JobAbout the Work UnitThe Office of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (OMMIR) was established in 2022 and exists to serve as a liaison on behalf of the indigenous community on issues related to missing or murdered indigenous relatives. To achieve this goal, the unit conducts the following statewide activities:
Develops and enhances partnerships with Tribal Law Enforcement and communities;
Collaborates with any relevant entities, including the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs, federally recognized tribes, indigenous-led organizations, tribal and local law enforcement agencies, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation and the Colorado State Patrol;
Appointments and collaborative support of the Community Volunteer Advisory Board;
Provides information to families on how to report a missing or murdered loved one;
Collaborates with state and local partners to develop training and education.
Helps connect families with resources;
Reporting out and responding to questions from the legislature and the general public.
About the JobServes as point of contact for families in need of assistance with ongoing or completed missing or murdered indigenous relatives cases. Receives requests, seeks information, and shares with MMIR relatives. Provides information regarding resources for relatives. With the OMMIR Director, this position will conduct training, give speaking engagements and education for awareness for the OMMIR across the State at various times and locations. Advocates for MMIR relatives seeking information regarding missing and murdered relatives, follows up, provides information, and recommendations and options for support. This position is responsible for prompt response to requests, follow up with the requestor, and maintain organized records for each case. This position will be flexible to additional job duties as it relates to OMMIR and ongoing developments to MMIR movement. Key ResponsibilitiesServes as point of contact for families in need of assistance with ongoing or completed missing or murdered indigenous relatives cases. Receives requests, seeks information, and shares with MMIR relatives. Provides information regarding resources for relatives. With the OMMIR Director, this position will conduct training, give speaking engagements and education for awareness for the OMMIR across the State at various times and locations. Advocates for MMIR relatives seeking information regarding missing and murdered relatives, follows up, provides information, and recommendations and options for support. This position is responsible for prompt response to requests, follow up with the requestor, and maintain organized records for each case. This position will be flexible to additional job duties as it relates to OMMIR and ongoing developments to MMIR movement.Works with all local and state law enforcement, District Attorney’s Offices in each judicial district, and assigned victim services coordinator / advocate. Works with the two federally recognized tribes in Colorado and grassroots organizations across the state.Creates and maintains strong relationships with those communities, visits and provides awareness training, presents available resources.Works in different environments (both hybrid office-based and in the community), at times best suited to the community (including some evenings and weekends). Maintains appropriate documentation, data records and ensures that all reporting requirements are adhered to as outlined by DCJ and the OMMIR Director for every interaction. Other duties/special projects as assigned as well.Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsNOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following options for consideration.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Six (6) years of professional experience in social services and public health.ORTwo (2) years of professional experience in social services and public health and a Ba chelor's degree in any field.REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Excellent reasoning and analytical and problem-solving skills;
Superior communication skills.
Collaborative, professional, enthusiastic, positive attitude, able to collaborate, communicate and cooperate with multiple cross-functional partners.
Execute good judgment and acumen in solving problems. Building strong working relationships and responding to the needs of partners and stakeholders.
Ability to work and successfully navigate in a highly politically charged environment at times; ability to maintain relationships.
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This position will work within a hybrid model with a minimum of two days in the office.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam and fingerprint based criminal history search.
APPEAL RIGHTSIf you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, 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 atwww.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at:www.colorado.gov/spb. 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 InformationARE YOU IN NEED OF AN ACCOMODATION? 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 Human Resources atcdpshr@state.co.us.EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENTThe 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.Colorado Department of Public Safety 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 Human Resources department atcdpshr@state.co.us.NOTIFICATIONS All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email 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. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY - RECRUITMENT TIMELINE INFORMATION
Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.
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 may 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.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.01 Please describe in how your experience aligns with the job duties described in the job bulletin. 02 Please describe your knowledge and/or experience of Missing or Murdered Indigenous Relatives 03 Positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety require a comprehensive background examination including a fingerprint based criminal history check and polygraph. Are you willing to participate in this process as a condition of employment?
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