Informatics Specialist
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Informatics Specialist
Salary
$7,971.00 - $11,159.00 Monthly
Location
Denver Metro, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IHA-07102 03.03.2026
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Division
AS - Business Technology
Opening Date
03/04/2026
Closing Date
3/12/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
3520 W Oxford Ave, Denver, Colorado 80236
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
jade.green@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.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Work Unit:
Operations and Strategy (O&S) provides support services to help CDHS's offices, divisions and programs achieve their goals and make our agency as efficient, effective and impactful as possible. It also ensures the operational efficiency and effectiveness of CDHS by crafting and executing the Department's strategic plan and provides oversight of related work stream priorities.
The Division of Business Innovation, Technology and Security (BITS) helps CDHS streamline processes to better create alignment across our organization as well as help CDHS build a culture of operational excellence. Our team works to ensure that the technology at CDHS aligns with the department's strategic goals and supports operational and business needs
Description of Job
HYBRID - Minimum 2 days or more in the office, based on business needs Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change. (https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/18VM-f07ifFxF2PChGs2Jh-yRLYu3n7P8-wxWEUh8WF8/edit?usp=sharing)
Job Description:
As a designated Staff Authority, the position plays a key role in the overall operation of the clinical departments across Civil and Forensic Mental Health (CFMH) with respect to compliance monitoring (based upon clinical systems outputs and analyses), and in using clinical data to improve operational performance and clinical outcomes.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Coordination and facilitation of the Behavioral Electronic Health Record (BEHR) and clinical system user groups across CFMH.
Compilation and prioritization of requested changes to BEHR and clinical systems as end-user specifications.
Adherence to clinical system change-control protocols, and the dissemination of decisions related to clinical system design, specifications, enhancement requests, and management direction and guidance for future system development.
C oordinate and collaborate with senior leadership across the hospitals to assess, plan, improve, evaluate and maintain Behavorial Electronic Health Record (BEHR) and other clinical systems.
Develop curricula and provide clinical systems in-services, training and end-user support. The position routinely evaluates CFMH's needs to ensure training effectiveness.
Adheres to and references regulatory standards, including, but not limited to, the Joint Commission standards, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Code of Colorado Records CCR-27-65, Colorado Department of Personnel Rules and Regulations, and the Colorado Department of Human Services.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Experience Only:
Nine (9) years of professional experience in Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Medical/Healthcare, Administration, Professional Clinical Experience or
an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Medical/Healthcare, Administration, Professional Clinical Experience or an occupational field related to the work assigned equal to nine (9) years.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in a hospital or medical/psychiatric facility
Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience or as a subject matter expert with EHRs
Informatics experience, including education, training, or certification in Informatics
Experience providing support, education and training among clinical and administrative staff
Experience with Cerner EHR
Experience in change management or project management, including education, training or certification in Informatics
Conditions of Employment:
Standard employment background check and reference check required.
Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:
Disclose that information on the application.
Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
Provide your employee number from your 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.
CDHS Selection Process Explanation
Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.
Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:
Relevant years of state service experience.
.Minimum Qualification Screening Process
A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."
You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Comparative Analysis Process - Structured Application Review
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from an eSkills Test.
Your Work Experience/Job Duties
Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.
If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.
Supplemental Questions
Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).
Appeal Rights
You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board (https://spb.colorado.gov/) website.
You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.
You can find the official appeal form here (https://spb.colorado.gov/sites/spb/files/documents/Consolidated%20Appeal%20-%20Form%20-%202025.pdf) .
You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:
By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or
Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, 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.
Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:
At (303) 866-3300, or
Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules (https://spb.colorado.gov/board-rules) webpage.
Supplemental Information
About Us:
How to apply to the State of Colorado (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKuwGdPpOW0)
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contactjade.green@state.co.us
About Us & Benefits
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join 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. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS . 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) .
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.
ADA Accommodations
CDHS is committed to a Colorado for 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.
This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing 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 cdhs_ada@state.co.us .
EEO Statement
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer
We are committed to increasing a "Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a "Colorado for ALL" drives 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.
Additional Support For Your Application
Toll 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 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it
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
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If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number (starts with 997...). Your application may be considered incomplete if you do not provide this information. An incomplete application may not move forward in the Selection process. If you are a former or current state employee, please identify what state agency you work(ed) with and how many years of relevant state service you have related to the position you are applying for. (Ensure this is listed on your application under work experience).
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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.
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Due to the juvenile population served at the MHH facilities, incumbents of this position must be at least 21 years of age. Are you 21 years of age or older?
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This position may require in-state travel to downtown Denver and Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP). Are you willing and able to accommodate this condition of employment?
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Describe your experience working with an EHR, and what EHR you have worked with.
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Describe your informatics experience.
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Explain how you would help a new user struggling with learning how to use our electronic health record.
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Describe a time you helped a professional peer learn a new healthcare process.
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A subject matter expert (SME) requests a change to our electronic health record that might impact a clinical process. What steps would you take to implement the suggestion?
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Explain a time when you were involved with a change. What went well, what did not go as planned, and how did you manage the change?
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