Transition Career Planning Coordinator
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Transition Career Planning Coordinator
Salary
$58,872.00 - $83,666.16 Annually
Location
Statewide, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
KAA 9712 A III 8.25
Department
Department of Labor and Employment
Division
Division of Employment and Training
Opening Date
08/26/2025
Closing Date
9/30/2025 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
Statewide
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
david.stevenson@state.co.us
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
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Department Information
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2025.
The reporting requirements for this position will involve remote work and traveling between worksite and the communities it will serve. Please see the conditions of employment section for travel requirements and other important considerations. This position is term limited and is currently set to expire on June 30th, 2030. The person selected for this posting will be required to sign a waiver of retention rights.
The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace - and Colorado communities - with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.
This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect. We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.
In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution
Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub state employee discount program
MotivateMe employee wellness program
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go tohttps://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs
Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans' Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home
PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.
Description of Job
IMPORTANT--CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: This position will regularly travel as follows: Regular travel will be required for this position. Most of the work will be performed in Northwestern Colorado within the counties of Moffat, Rio Blanco, and Routt. The incumbent may also be required to travel to communities Nucla, Norwood, Naturita within Montrose County as well as Morgan County. Other required travel includes to Pueblo County. When not traveling, position may work from the reporting location closest to the incumbent's home. Position may also be given remote work flexibility at the discretion of the supervisor.
Classification:Administrator III (H1B3XX (https://dhr.colorado.gov/class-description-and-minimum-qualifications-for-h1b-administrator) )
Salary Range:
HOURLY
$28.30 - $40.22
BIWEEKLY
$2,264.31 - $3,217.93
MONTHLY
$4,906.00 - $6,972.18
ANNUALLY
$58,872.00 - $83,666.16
Summary of Job:
This position will be shared between the Colorado Office of Just Transition (OJT) and the Colorado Rural Workforce Consortium (CRWC) in order to meet the needs of the communities impacted by coal transition.
OJT develops, coordinates, and oversees the implementation of programs to assist workers facing dislocation and communities facing economic disruption as the result of the state's transition away from coal as a fuel for generating electricity and the subsequent closure of power plants, coal mines, and closely related businesses in Colorado. It accomplishes this primarily through coordination and collaboration with other state agencies responsible for economic and community development, workforce training and development, and related programs; and by working directly with local communities and individual workers to support community and worker-driven transition strategies (including through community grantmaking).
CRWC exists to plan, develop, administer, deliver, maintain and/or facilitate employment and training programs and services, including all Veterans' Employment Programs, according to federal compliance to job seekers, employers and other customers across the CRWC. In addition, the unit provides oversight of Wagner-Peyser (WP), Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other grant-funded initiatives and compliance. This unit also acts as department liaison with various state groups who provide employment and training services, including counties and sub-contractors who contract to provide services throughout the Rural Consortium Sub-areas. These work units provide state personnel, budgeting, contract, facilities, guidance and other supportive/coordinating services to the federally recognized workforce development region as needed and partners with Economic Development and Education agencies.
Description of Job:
Transition Response Planning and Implementation
The career planning coordinator will provide coordination of and programmatic supervision for education, training, trades and skills certification services; serve as a liaison between OJT and CRWC; and share community responsibilities with OJT's navigator team and local and regional workforce staff.
Specifically, the career planning coordinator will:
Lead the development, implementation, management, and reporting related to career planning for coal workers
Coordinate with and refer workers to community partners that might provide specific support for career planning and development
Help develop and serve as subject matter expert for implementation of OJT's education, training, and trades programs, including coordination with institutions of higher education, labor organizations, other education and training providers, and contractors. This will also include monitoring payment of and compliance issues for individual stipends and scholarship programs
Develop and serve as team leader of OJT's skills certification program, including program design, implementation and ongoing oversight
Collect data and perform program evaluation and improvement, including tracking CWRC's new data system's capabilities for identifying options for coal workers
Advise OJT, CRWC, and other state agencies on information gathered and lessons learned that might inform potential new employment or business development opportunities
With navigators, other OJT staff, and CRWC staff, develop and implement a community engagement strategy to ensure effective coordination with coal industry employers, community leaders, businesses, workers, labor organizations, institutions of higher education, non-profits and civic organizations, and other entities involved in activities related to the coal transition.
Community Partnerships, Program Maintenance and Coordination
Work with members of OJT's navigator team and regional workforce center staff, and coordinate with staff from other relevant state agencies, to build and maintain a strong physical and operational presence in the counties of Moffat, Rio Blanco, Routt, Montrose, Morgan, and Pueblo, and to help create a broader community infrastructure of support for workers and their families. This will entail building strong relationships with unions and workers, local leaders, and other stakeholders.
Specific activities include:
Helping to build and maintain partnerships with key community leaders and organizations, including union and other worker representatives, existing workforce support systems, institutions of higher education, business associations, economic development entities, and more.
Maintaining partnerships with existing coal industry employers, including human resources offices and other leadership at regional power plants, coal mines, and transportation and supply chain businesses.
Maintaining partnerships (including potential contractual arrangements) with qualified and reliable service providers in career coaching, education and training, skills certification, and other relevant services.
Assisting with establishing and maintaining a physical and online "transition hub" to serve as a single point of entry to transition support and services and to help build support networks among and between coal workers, their families, and community allies and stakeholders.
Assisting with development and implementation of a communications and outreach plan to share relevant information with coal workers, their families, and the community in general.
Working with navigator team and other OJT staff to determine appropriate networking opportunities in support of transition resources and worker connections, including committee membership, meeting participation and others as identified. Present and share information on worker transition updates
: Coal Transition Worker Career Planning Services
Coordinating with the Office of Just Transition and working closely with OJT's navigator team and CRWC's workforce center staff, create and execute comprehensive service plans tailored to the needs of workers and other impacted community members.
Work directly with individual coal workers and their family members to prepare and help execute customized transition career plans for them.
Align service delivery with regional needs
Ensure consistency in support services while avoiding duplication of services or benefits.
Regularly assess the impact and effectiveness of services provided, making adjustments as necessary to improve outcomes.
Provide comprehensive career planning services to those in the coal industry. The closure schedule for impacted facilities is uncertain in many cases and so the timing of the services listed below will depend on the status of each worker's facility and their individual (or family member's) preference. For example, facilitating hiring events and job fairs may coincide with a closure.
Conducting Initial Assessments:
Assessing the career goals of coal workers (and participating family members) and other job seekers, as well as their skills and qualifications, to determine their opportunities, needs and preferences.
Providing Career Counseling:
Working with each coal worker and participating family member to develop an individual career transition plan, including goals and the steps (education, training, certifications, business start-up support, etc.) necessary to achieve those goals.
Offering individualized guidance and support to coal workers (and participating family members) and other job seekers in areas such as resume writing, interview preparation, job search strategies, and career development.
Education, Training, and Certification Referrals:
Develop individual education and training plans for workers and family members based on existing skills and new career plans. Make referrals for certification for existing skills.
Administering Assessments and Tests:
Utilizing aptitude tests, skills assessments, or other tools to evaluate coal workers' and job seekers' abilities and interests and help them make informed career decisions.
Developing and Delivering Workshops:
Creating and facilitating workshops, training sessions, or seminars on topics like resume writing, interview techniques, job search strategies, and other relevant career-related subjects.
Job Matching and Referrals:
Identifying suitable job openings and matching qualified job seekers with available positions. Making appropriate referrals to employers.
Facilitating Hiring Events and Job Fairs:
Organizing and hosting events that connect coal workers and job seekers with potential employers to promote networking and job opportunities.
Utilizing Labor Exchange System:
Utilizing the Labor Exchange system and other relevant technology platforms to register job seekers, record interactions, and track progress.
Maintaining Records and Documentation:
Keeping accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions, services provided, and outcomes for coal workers, job seekers and employers.
Outreach and Marketing:
Participating in the development and implementation of outreach strategies to promote career services in the community and increase awareness of available resources.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Experience Only:
Six (6) years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position to include: job placement counseling, workforce development, economic development, understanding of data and analytics in relation to occupational growth and decline, career counseling.
OR
Education and Experience
A combination of related education (open education requirement) and experience (as defined above) in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years.
Required Competencies:
Active Listening:
The ability to fully focus on and understand what clients are saying and support them in finding their own answers in the career planning process, while also picking up on non-verbal cues and emotions.
Communication Skills:
Strong verbal and written communication skills are crucial for conveying information clearly and effectively, as well as for supporting client career planning through coaching, feedback and guidance.
Leadership Skills:
Proficiency in leading professional teams in planning and implementing effective program strategies, including establishing clear goals, delegating responsibilities, and establishing accountability procedures.
Independent and Team Skills:
Demonstrated abilities to work independently without day-to-day supervision and to work collaboratively within a team.
Familiarity, Empathy and Understanding:
Experience with rural communities and workers. The capacity to empathize with client experiences, challenges, and emotions and provide support in a compassionate manner that honors client autonomy and choice. Familiarity with the coal industry and coal workers preferred.
Assessment and Analysis:
The ability to assess and evaluate clients' skills, interests, values, and goals to help them make informed career decisions.
Goal Setting and Planning:
Competence in collaborating with clients to help them set clear, achievable career goals, and in developing detailed plans to reach those goals.
Networking and Relationship Building:
The skill to help clients build and nurture professional relationships, and to provide guidance on effective networking strategies. Experience navigating state, local, and not-for-profit systems and resources.
Problem Solving:
The capacity to help clients identify and address obstacles or challenges in their career path, and to collaboratively develop strategies to overcome them rather than fixing their problems for them. Ability to think creatively while working with clients or addressing broader programmatic challenges.
Resourcefulness:
The ability to identify and provide relevant resources, information, and tools to support clients in their career development.
Cultural Sensitivity and Diversity Awareness:
The awareness and understanding of cultural, social, and demographic factors that can influence a client's career path, and the ability to provide inclusive and equitable support.
Ethical and Professional Conduct:
Adherence to ethical standards and professional conduct in all interactions with clients, including confidentiality, transparency, and respect for client autonomy.
Technology Proficiency:
Familiarity with relevant career development tools, software, and platforms, as well as proficiency in using technology for communication and research.
Continuous Learning and Professional Development:
A commitment to staying updated on industry trends, career development strategies, and coaching techniques through ongoing education and professional development.
Resilience and Adaptability:
The ability to adapt to changing client needs, unexpected challenges, and evolving industry trends.
Self-Awareness:
An understanding of one's own strengths, limitations, and biases, and the ability to manage them effectively in the coaching relationship.
Time Management and Organization:
The skill to efficiently manage scheduling, documentation, and administrative tasks to ensure that coaching sessions run smoothly.
Flexibility and Mobility:
Willingness and ability to travel regularly and keep regular office hours in a variety of locations throughout a large region of the State. Willingness to work outside of traditional office hours.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience helping people navigate complex problems
Ability to track and maintain data entry requirements to meet compliance standards
Experience in working with coal industry partners, preferably in a workforce or economic development capacity
Experience with coaching and supporting individuals through challenging situations related to career transitions
Experience navigating state and local systems and resources
Experience navigating not-for-profit systems and resources
Competence with Google Suite
Experience performing duties similar to those assigned to the position as a classified State of Colorado Employee
Conditions of Employment:
Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
Must pass a thorough background check prior to employment, which will include E-verify.
IMPORTANT--CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: This position will regularly travel as follows: Regular travel will be required for this position. Most of the work will be performed in Northwestern Colorado within the counties of Moffat, Rio Blanco, and Routt. The incumbent may also be required to travel to communities Nucla, Norwood, Naturita within Montrose County as well as areas within Morgan County. Other required travel includes to Pueblo County. When not traveling, position may work from the reporting location closest to the incumbents home. Position may also be given remote work flexibility at the discretion of the supervisor.
Nontraditional work hours are mandatory and commonplace in this position. Incumbents must be available work anytime, day or night or weekends, according to the needs of the business and workers we serve.
This position is term limited and is currently set to expire on June 30th, 2030. The person selected for this posting will be required to sign a waiver of retention rights.
Incumbent must have a valid driver's license and reliable means of transportation. Please note that the State of Colorado's liability coverage does not cover damage to personal vehicles driven for work-related purposes. It is your responsibility to ensure your automobile insurance covers damage sustained while driving your personal vehicle for work-related purposes.
APPEAL RIGHTS:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can 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/board-rules.
Supplemental Information
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:david.stevenson@state.co.us
Minimum Qualification Screening
A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application,CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.
Comparative Analysis Process - Structured Application Review
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.
Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES
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.
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment 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 Coordinator, Sean Montoya, at sean.montoya@state.co.us. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.
While a salary range is posted for this position, an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis, which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work.
Benefits
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.
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.
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I acknowledge the comparative analysis process for this position will consist of a review of the information contained within my application/job duty statements and that any attachments will not be included during the minimum qualification screening or application review. The structured application review/numerical scoring of my application will be based on the content listed in the job duty statements, the preferred qualifications, required competencies, and answers to supplemental questions. My responses to the supplemental questions will be scored based on my ability to follow instructions and provide detailed, clear, and concise answers to each question.
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Please tell us about your experience with energy communities, resource-based communities, or rural communities undergoing difficult transitions. What are the key lessons you learned from that experience that you think prepares you for this position? Please provide specific examples.
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Please tell us what experiences (work, educational, or other) best prepare you to successfully advise someone on career transition planning, and how. Please provide specific examples.
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Share with us what you know about this office and the focus of our work. What about our mission and current projects particularly excites you, and how do you see your skills contributing to our goals?
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This position will regularly travel throughout a large region, most of the work will be performed in Northwestern Colorado within the counties of Moffat, Rio Blanco, and Routt. The incumbent may also be required to travel to communities Nucla, Norwood, Naturita within Montrose County as well as Morgan County. Other required travel includes to Pueblo County. There can be two-to-four individual trips per week covering at least some of these areas, and you must use your own means of transportation (subject to reimbursement for mileage). Additionally, the position requires that you be able to make these trips day or night and periodically on weekends. Are you able and willing to meet this requirement?
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