POLICY ADVISOR III - AUTO INDUSTRY DIVISION
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Salary
$4,906.00 - $7,849.00 Monthly
Location
Statewide, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
TAA-02022-05.2026
Department
Department of Revenue
Division
Enforcement - Auto Industry
Opening Date
05/26/2026
Closing Date
6/8/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Anita McEachern - HR Analyst at anita.mceachern@state.co.us
Primary Physical Work Address
This is a remote position that is primarily tasked with performing work duties via flex-place (aka telework, work-from-home arrangements) with infrequent on-site visits with client groups, including to the position address at 1707 Cole Blvd., Suite 400 Lakewood, CO 80401
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
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Department Information
This position is open only to Colorado state residents
The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect.
The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video !
Description of Job
Auto Industry Division:
The Motor Vehicle Board is the state licensing authority over dealers, wholesale dealers and salespersons. The Executive Director for the Department of Revenue is the state licensing authority over manufacturers.
What we do:
Processing license applications and collecting fees.
Conducting background investigations of applicants.
Criminal and administrative investigations of a license that have been alleged to have violated statutes and regulations concerning various @types of consumer/public harm.
Conducting criminal investigations into unlicensed and criminal activities. Each year the Division receives 1,200-1,500 consumer complaints directly related to law violations or regulations.
Conducting compliance investigations.
Providing educational services to licensees and the public.
A typical day of a Policy Advisor III: The Auto Industry Division (AID) Policy Advisor is a fully operational professional who independently completes assignments by researching and analyzing legislation, statutes, administrative rules, court cases, and other sources of law to recommend and implement policy decisions. The AID Policy Advisor leverages research and analytical skills, attention to detail, curiosity, discretion, creativity, and relationship building to resolve complex AID related problems and questions by drafting administrative rules, standard operating proccedures, and internal and external guidance. The advisor may respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
Primary Duties:
Legislative and Rulemaking
Policy Advisor independently reads, analyzes, and evaluates complicated legislation, statutes, rules, court cases, and other sources often in the @context of developing administrative rules or guidance or responding to policy inquiries from internal and external sources.
Independently determines the process, designs the set of operations, and conducts research and analysis in a systematic way to ensure that research is thorough yet efficient.
Advises and conducts research and exercises discretion to formulate solutions compliant with Colorado laws and the policy objectives those laws express.
Considers interpretations of statutes and regulations offered orally and in writing.
Drafting Procedures and Reviewing Templates
Supports rulemaking, legislative, and/or policy updates through staff training, and communications with stakeholders.
After adequate research, the Policy Advisor prepares procedures and document templates which communicate complex processes to a variety of internal audiences both orally and in writing.
Such communication must be unambiguous and understandable, yet accurate and precise.
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:
H1R3XX POLICY ADVISOR III (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4ecTNfaEpQdFR4OXc/view?resourcekey=0-Rwq0Bb-_P8Mn-pYqi9tuvg) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience Only:
Six (6) years of relevant experience in researching and analyzing legislation, statutes, administrative rules, and other sources of law.
OR Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in Business Administration, Business Management, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Political Science, Law researching and analyzing legislation, statutes, administrative rules, and other sources of law work assigned equal to six (6) years.
NOTE: If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Special Qualifications:
Applicants must be able to successfully pass a background investigation.
Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
Additional experience researching and analyzing legislation, statutes, administrative rules, and other sources of law.
Knowledge of Colorado Motor Vehicle and Powersports Industry laws.
Knowledge of state statutes and rulemaking processes.
Experienced in advising senior management on policy decisions.
Policy administration, interpretation, and implementation experience, particularly with state/local governments related to enforcement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to work independently and accept supervision.
Proven success organizing and tracking workload.
Strong analytical skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
Experience in a fast-paced, independent, and production driven environment.
Strong communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
Conditions of Employment with the CDOR :
Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence.
As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations .
Pursuant to the Universal Driving Standards Policy (https://osc.colorado.gov/sites/osc/files/documents/Universal%20Policy%20Driving%20Standards.pdf) (Download PDF reader) , any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.
To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who:
Have an assigned State fleet vehicle
Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position
Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle
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. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.
Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.
Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.
The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Email Address:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
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.
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 acknowledgment 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
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance
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 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 Colorado Department of Revenue 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 inbox, dor_ohr@state.co.us.
We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
If not applying online, submit application to:
If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (https://careers.colorado.gov/sites/careers/files/documents/Colorado-Paper-Application-202011-enabled.pdf) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to dor_ohr@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.
Methods of Appointment:
Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.
Step Pay Program:
Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.
Employer
State of Colorado
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Website
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