Adjutant General & Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Military and Veteran Affairs
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Adjutant General & Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Military and Veteran Affairs
Salary
$228,705.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
EAAAADJUTANTGEN_ESW08.07.25
Department
Office of the Governor
Opening Date
08/07/2025
Closing Date
8/17/2025 12:00 AM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
6848 S Revere Pkwy, Centennial, CO 80112, USA
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
gov_hr@state.co.us
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
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.
Description
Benefits
Department Information
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Department Information
The Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) has four major operational divisions: Army National Guard, Air National Guard, Civil Air Patrol, and Veterans Affairs. These divisions utilize state and federal resources to provide our communities, State, and nation with a ready military force for national defense and State emergency response as well as providing assistance to our Colorado Veterans.
Description of Job
Description of Job
The Adjutant General (TAG) serves as the commanding officer of the Colorado National Guard, a member of the Governor's Cabinet, and oversees Colorado's Civil Air Patrol and Division of Veterans Affairs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Command the Colorado National Guard and lead its 5,496 members while under State command.
Oversee the operations of the Department of Veterans' Affairs, which assists veterans, their family members, and survivors in securing benefits they have earned or may be eligible to receive. The division is responsible for operating the State Veterans Memorial Cemetery and the Western Region One Source in Grand Junction; administrating two grant programs; and, supporting State and County Veteran Service Officers in providing direct services and assistance to Colorado Veterans throughout the state.
Oversee and support the missions of the Civil Air Patrol's Colorado Wing, an all-volunteer organization, made up of everyday people, with a wide variety of skills who support three primary missions: aerospace education, cadet programs, and emergency services
Responding to All-Hazards requirements for State emergencies
Serve as the Governor's Military Chief of Staff
Manage all State and Federal facilities for the Colorado National Guard and the Division of Veterans' Affairs
Advocate for and lead on veterans' issues statewide
Oversee the preparation and execution of the Department's budget
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
The following minimum qualifications are required by Colo. Rev. Stat. § 28-3-105(1) to be eligible for appointment as TAG:
A commissioned staff officer of the Colorado National Guard, who has held a minimum rank of lieutenant colonel for at least one year prior to appointment (candidates need to be a commissioned officer at the time of appointment to TAG);
Served in the Colorado National Guard for at least five years, with no less than ten years of military service;
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
Leadership experience and expertise in emergency response and management
Track record as a collaborative leader capable of mobilizing large and diverse teams to find common ground and address issues
Proven ability to find innovative solutions to hard problems
Five or more years of experience with the following leadership responsibilities:
Overall management of organizations of at least 25 employees
Strategic plan development and implementation
Process analysis and improvement
Oversight of the day-to-day delivery of programs or services of an organization
Conditions of employment: In addition to the minimum qualifications noted above, a pplicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment and reside in Colorado once employed.
Supplemental Information
To Apply:
A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your cover letter and resume must provide sufficient detail about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements.
Benefits:
DMVA offers a comprehensive benefit program that includes paid holidays, annual leave, sick leave, parental leave, medical, dental, life, disability, flexible spending accounts, and public retirement options. DMVA also strives to assist employees in achieving a healthy work/life balance by on-site fitness facilities, free parking, flexible work arrangement, and a variety of training opportunities!
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
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits .
Inclusion and Belonging
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.
ADAAA Accommodations
The Office of the Governor 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 Staffing Coordinator (the Senior Human Resources Director) at gov_hr@state.co.us.
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.
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