Administrator III
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Administrator III
Salary
$58,872.00 - $83,666.28 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
KAA 8411 Admin III 11.2025
Department
Department of Labor and Employment
Division
Unemployment Insurance
Opening Date
11/10/2025
Closing Date
11/19/2025 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
707 17th St. Denver, CO 80202
Department Contact Information
jennie.murphy@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
Questions
Department Information
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2025
This position will have hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at least three days per week and at the discretion of the supervisor.
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 (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits) :
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan (https://www.copera.org/) plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits)
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/hsa)
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/) 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 EcoPass Commuter Program
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs
Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (https://www.colorado.gov/cdle)
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
Pay for position:
HOURLY
$28.30 - $40.22
BIWEEKLY
$2,264.31 - $3,217.93
MONTHLY
$4,906.00 - $6,972.19
ANNUALLY
$58,872.00 - $83,666.28
The unit is responsible for providing budget and contract support to the Division director and Division leadership. This unit provides support to the Division including tracking of budgets and funds, purchasing, and tracking of contracts and licenses. The unit provides a clear understanding of all available funding streams and ensures fiscal rules are followed by the division. This unit will also work with the CDLE Budget and Finance Office as well as others to accomplish these duties.
The unit tracks all contracts and licenses. Working with supervisors and staff to renew as appropriate when the need arises. The unit creates RQS's for approval for new funding, new contracts, new licenses, new equipment, etc. The unit processes all invoices, making sure they are accurate and creates the Payment Authorization Form, to make sure the vendor is paid timely. Verifies receipt of request items once approval is given and purchases are made. The unit works closely with the CDLE Budget and Finance office on a daily basis. Making sure UI's $60+ million dollars in various funds are tracked, used appropriately and alerts division leadership to any variances. The unit also works very closely with PCS on a daily basis making sure UI is not incurring any statutory violations, and contracts and purchases are verified and timely.
This position aims to ensure compliance with Federal grants and monitor ongoing funding streams and contracts. This is required to ensure the successful passing of future audits and program reviews by the United States Department of Labor and State compliance. The pandemic-related benefits programs have significantly increased the number and complexity of funding streams, procurements, and projects that need monitoring and tracking. Each funding source has specific parameters on how and when the money will be spent and regular reporting requirements.
This position will monitor various Division of Unemployment Insurance contracts, track progress and expenditures against funding streams, including Supplemental Budget Requests (SBRs), ensure software and hardware licenses and agreements are renewed appropriately, and provide invoices for these and other financial obligations that are paid on time.
This position will ensure the completion of the various reports due to USDOL and other entities on the progress of SBRs on project statuses, outcomes, and spending to deadlines. Program managers will provide the appropriate updates to this unit for accuracy and completeness.
The position will work daily with the CDLE Budget team, the CDLE Finance team and the CDLE PCS team to keep the Division operating smoothly; that a license doesn't expire because of a missed expiration date or vital work is not delayed because the RQS for a contract is not processed timely or correctly. When questions arise with invoices, the position will contact vendors to address those questions on invoices and as appropriate, provide the answers to upper management. The position reaches out to multiple work units on the renewal of licenses to verify the need for the number of licenses and keep track of who the license is assigned to. On behalf of the Division of Unemployment Insurance, the position keeps internal records of the Federal BASE grant - the main source of funding for the Division, the Revenue fund and the Unemployment Insurance Program Support Fund.
The position also monitors the Federal Supplement Business Request grants received from the federal government to work on specific areas of the business. The position is the first step in the Division making sure funds are available for payroll distribution. The position works with the CDLE Budget and CDLE Finance teams to move money to make funds available for salaries and purchases - the JV process.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description:
H1B3XXADMINISTRATOR III (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4eWkZaX3pITkthalE/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-7JnyseeYiyxZjlARRHfAZg)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Only:
Six (6) 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 equal to six (6) years
Required Competencies:
Knowledge of and ability to use the proper processes and practices for managing and administering various contractual agreements.
Critical Thinking - Employees must be able to analyze and evaluate an issue to form a judgment.
Judgment to decide how to handle each task - Employees must demonstrate the mental ability to understand something, form an opinion, and choose to handle the workload by following our processes and procedures.
Strong organizational skills: Managing multiple tasks, projects, and deadlines is essential.
Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve common goals is essential in all aspects of this role.
Adaptability: Adapting to changing priorities and circumstances is essential in a dynamic work environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
State of Colorado contracting/procurement experience
Knowledge in governmental accounting
Knowledge of and ability to use financial and accounting applications.
Process improvement or process documentation experience
Excellent procurement experience.
Knowledge of and ability to utilize the tools, techniques and procedures needed to
establish and monitor contracts and budgets
Excellent customer service skills as well as strong collaborative, interpersonal, negotiation and networking skills
Strong organizational skills and project planning
Understanding of federal and state grants, and processes required for effective grant administration.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment
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: jennie.murphy@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.
Supplemental Questions
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 AND/OR FUTURE 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.
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.
Yes
No
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Describe your recent working contract experience and/or purchasing experience emphasizing any adherence to Federal, State, and/or County rules and procedures and the role you played in ensuring these rules and procedures were adhered to by staff and customers.
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Describe your experience administering contracts, statements of work or other related documents. Describe the @types of contracts or other documents that you have experience with, that particular work you performed, and the time frame in which this work occurred.
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Describe your recent working accounting and/or budget experience emphasizing any adherence to Federal, State, and/or County rules and procedures and the role you played in ensuring these rules and procedures were adhered to by staff and customers. What tools did you use?
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Can you describe a time when you successfully managed a budget under stringent limitations?
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Describe your experience with financial forecasting? What tools or software do you use?
Required Question
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