State Unit on Aging Data System Manager - AAPS
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/5053620)
Apply
?
State Unit on Aging Data System Manager - AAPS
Salary
$91,320.00 - $146,124.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IHA 01773 08/21/2025
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Division
OAADS - Aging and Adult Services
Opening Date
08/25/2025
Closing Date
9/7/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
1575 Sherman Denver, CO 80203
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
joel.drahos@state.co.us
Salary Note
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
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
Questions
Department Information
This position is open to current Colorado residents only.
Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details! (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)
The Division of Aging and Adult Protective Services (AAPS) is one of four Divisions within the Office of Adult, Aging and Disability Services. The Division exists to provide state leadership and supervision for all services (state, county, local, non- profit, etc.) in the administration and coordination of services to older adults and at-risk adults, to include oversight of all 64 county departments of social/human services in the administration of Adult Protective Services (APS) programs as well as the 16 Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) in the administration of programs and services funded by the Older Americans Act (OAA) and State Funding for Senior Services (SFSS).
The Division consists of the following management units that report to the Division Director:
State Unit on Aging (SUA); Adult Protective Services, and within, the CAPS Check Unit (CCU), and APS Policy Unit
Data, Fiscal and Program Accountability functions are included in both units.
The SUA provides statewide supervision and guidance to the 16 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in the administration of the services provided with OAA and SFSS funding. This includes providing training and technical assistance, conducting monitoring and other quality assurance activities, and establishing regulatory policy and program requirements.
Description of Job
This Data System Manager position oversees the Colorado State Unit Data System (SUDS), serving as the technical lead and manager for system development, maintenance, and analysis. It directs staff, coordinates with software vendors (e.g., Salesforce), and collaborates with leadership to ensure SUDS supports the needs of the State Unit on Aging (SUA), the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP), and related providers. Responsibilities include managing system updates, planning enhancements, handling support requests, delivering user training, and advising leadership on data strategy. The role ensures SUDS enables accurate, efficient data collection and reporting for aging services programs.
Additionally, as the Data System Manager, you can expect to:
Lead and direct a team of three Data Management professionals in the ongoing maintenance and modernization of the legacy system, SUDS.
Manage and perform design changes and enhancements, including assessing and identifying problems with the performance of the legacy data systems that support the State Unit on Aging and Aging Network
Supervise policies and guidelines established by the Department of Personnel Administration (DPA), CDHS, Operations & Strategy and OAADS
Lead team to review a wide variety of caseload and fiscal data that is used to evaluate program effectiveness and ensure AAAs have the information necessary to implement proven strategies for successful implementation of Older Americans Act programs
Work with the SUA Program Director, Division Program Evaluator and SUDS staff to analyze performance data and prepare reports that recommend long-term strategies for AAAs in the implementation of programs and services
Conduct other duties as assigned based on the needs of the Department, the Office, or the Division leadership. At times this position may need to travel to the 16 AAAs in order to provide technical assistance. Additionally, some in-person AAA meetings may be required outside of the Denver metro area, and occasional travel for conferences may also be required
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Special Qualifications:
Two or more years of previous supervisory experience
Knowledge of Salesforce best practices for development, configuration, and deployment.
Project management for Salesforce builds
Salesforce Administrator (Advanced) Certification: This must be uploaded to your application at the time of submission
Experience Only:
Eight (8) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned is equal to eight (8) years.
Preferred Qualifications:
Salesforce Developer
Salesforce Community experience
State Government experience
Basic understanding of LWC (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript)
Proficiency in Apex
Experience with SOQL and SOSL
Experience with Salesforce's declarative development tools/flow
Conditions of Employment:
ALL CDHS employees (non-direct contact):
CBI name check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), and drug screen (commercial Driver's license)
Travel: Travel may be required to conduct/attend training and program monitoring activities
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant's prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or 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 under Rules.
Benefits:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/medical-benefits) and dental (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/dental-insurance) health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/disability-insurance)
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/app/home)
Employee Wellness program
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs) .
Supplemental Information
How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)
Need help with your application? Click here.
The Assessment Process (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#assessment-process)
For additional recruiting questions, please contact joel.drahos@state.co.us
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. 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.
ADA Accommodations:
CDHS 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 ADA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
Additional Support For Your ApplicationToll Free Applicant Technical Support
If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it
at location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
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
The bottom of this job announcement provides links to additional information on how to apply, the assessment process, toll free applicant technical support, and about how the State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. Please acknowledge below that you have read the information provided in these links.
This information is available to me and I have read this information.
I am unable to access the links with this information on the job posting. (If you select this option, please contact the recruiter, whose information is listed on this announcement, so that they can send this information directly to you.)
02
Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application? If not, please update your information before submitting your application.
Yes
No
03
If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number (starts with 997...). Failure to provide this requested information may render your application incomplete, and you may no longer be considered for the position.
04
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify your application from the current position.
05
As applicable, please describe how your professional experience and background meets each of the Preferred Qualifications listed on this job posting. *Please Note: Applicants are not required to possess the preferred qualifications; but preference will be given to candidates based on how many of the preferred qualifications they demonstrate via this application. Responses should contain enough information and specific examples to demonstrate that you meet the preferred qualifications you have described.
06
How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
1-2 years
3-5 years
5+ years
07
Please reference where the experience in question 6 is listed in your application. [X years at ABC company doing (provide succinct summary)]
08
How many years of experience do you have with Salesforce?
1-2 years
3-5 years
5+ years
09
Please reference where the experience in question 8 is listed in your application. [X years at ABC company doing (provide succinct summary)]
10
How would you work to strengthen equity, diversity, and inclusion both within the Unit and through the Unit's work?
Required Question
Employer
State of Colorado
Address
See the full announcement by clicking
the "Printer" icon located above the job title
Location varies by announcement, Colorado, --
Website
https://careers.colorado.gov/
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email
