[nfbmi-talk] Fwd: FW: DVR Director Recruitment Announcement - Residency Requirement Waived

[Larry Posont]

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From: Dan Burke <burke.dall at gmail.com>

I was asked to forward this to the list. it was posted previously,
but since then the in-state residency requirement has been waived, so
applicants outside of Colorado may now be considered.  Please note the
deadline is July 1. Please pass on ...

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From: Jorgensen - CDHS, Todd [mailto:todd.jorgensen at state.co.us]
Sent: Monday, June 17, 2013 1:27 PM
Dear DVR Stakeholder,



In an effort to keep you updated on our recruitment process, please see the
attached revised announcement.  The text of the announcement remains much
the same as the original, but CDHS has requested and been granted permission
to conduct a search that allows out-of-state applications as well.  The
announcement closes at 5 PM on July 1, 2013.



As I mentioned in my earlier email, this position is critical in providing
strategic direction and leadership for Colorado's Vocational Rehabilitation
program.  If you or someone you know may be interested in this position I
encourage you, or them, to apply.  I also ask you to share this message with
any of your partners that I may have missed.  You may now include any
partners or colleagues from outside Colorado.



We plan to involve our DVR stakeholders at various levels of the selection
process.  If you have any questions about this recruitment or anything else
happening in DVR, please don't hesitate to give me a call or email.  Thank
you for your support of DVR.



Todd Jorgensen, Deputy Director

Office of Economic Security

Colorado Department of Human Services

(303) 866-3726 <tel:%28303%29%20866-3726>  desk

(720) 448-6538 <tel:%28720%29%20448-6538>  cell

www.colorado.gov/cdhs


CDHS Voc Rehab Division Director Out State.pdf

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STATE OF COLORADO invites applications for the position of: Director
of Vocational Rehabilitation Services A residency waiver has been
granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from
residents and nonresidents of Colorado.
CLASS TITLE: MANAGEMENT LOCATION: Denver, Colorado PRIMARY PHYSICAL
WORK ADDRESS: 1575 Sherman Street, Denver CO 80203 SALARY: $6,841.00 -
$10,816.00 Monthly SALARY NOTE: Although the full salary range for
this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near
the range minimum. FLSA STATUS: Exempt; position is not eligible for
overtime compensation. OPENING DATE: 05/17/13 CLOSING DATE: 07/01/13
05:00 PM JOB TYPE: Full Time DEPARTMENT INFORMATION: Note: The closing
date for this announcement
has been extended. If you have already applied, you do not need to
re-apply. The Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) strives to
provide the most efficient, effective and
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elegant services to our customers. Services are elegant when both the
provider and the customer feel
uplifted by their interaction. Daily, our commitment is to be “people
who help people."
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) assists persons with
disabilities to succeed at work and to
live independently.
DVR is committed to helping our employer partners find candidates who
are skilled, loyal, and committed
to your success.
DVR is....
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Welcoming
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Responsive
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Effective
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Proactive
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Continually growing and improving
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DVR believes that treating all persons with dignity and respect
results in services and outcomes of the highest quality.
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DVR believes that the quality of our staff is essential to the success
of our clients.
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DVR believes that any action taken by our employees has a direct
impact on the successful accomplishment of our mission.
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DVR employees are committed to strive to accomplish and effectively
represent the collective Vision, Mission, and Values and to
continually improve their
performance outcomes each year.
DESCRIPTION OF JOB:
CDHS is seeking a seasoned executive-level leader to serve as the
Director and highest program
manager for the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services. The
individual in this position directs the
daily operations and the Division’s work units, develops the
Division’s mission, goals, and strategic
objectives, and develops long-term and short-term strategic plans to
meet the objectives. Oversees
budget, policy, performance improvement, and communications
strategies, and represents the Division to
external stakeholders.
The Director will oversee the following DVR programs:

Vocational Rehabilitation - assists individuals with disabilities to
obtain employment.
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Independent Living Centers - promote a philosophy of independent
living, including consumer
control, peer support, self-help, self-determination, equal access,
and individual and system
advocacy.

Business Enterprise Program - assists qualified legally blind business
persons in managing food
service operations in state, federal, and some private facilities.

Traumatic Brain Injury Program - develops a system of care in Colorado
to address the needs of
individuals with traumatic brain injuries.
DVR is also assisted in its work through the Statewide Rehabilitation
Council, an advisory group that is
staffed by the DVR Director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SUBSTITUTIONS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a
bachelor’s degree.
AND
Experience: Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional
experience leading a large, complex
organization that must have included at least:

Two (2) years of experience successfully leading and supervising
subordinate managerial staff,
and
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Two (2) years of professional public or business administration
experience that included
establishing organization structure, developing strategic work plans,
budget development and
control, setting goals and objectives to achieve program results, and
fostering a team
environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
The preferred candidate will exhibit:

A Master's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, Public or Business
Administration, Human
Services, or other advanced degree in a related field.

Additional depth and breadth of job-related experience beyond the
minimum qualifications above.

Professional experience leading human services programs (especially
vocational rehabilitation
services) at a statewide level.
Highly Desirable Characteristics:

Ability to work effectively with key stakeholders, speak and write
authoritatively and compellingly,
resolve communication problems, negotiate, and manage competing interests.

Ability to work well with constituents regardless of position and
authority, contribute to governing
boards and committees, and adhere to clear lines of responsibility and
accountability.
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Proven experience in budget, financial, and contract management.
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Proven experience in policy analysis, development, and implementation.
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Flexibility in leadership through performing and/or overseeing the
analysis of complex human
resources, financial, or administrative management, policy, and program issues.

Proven record of building and managing teams and creating an enabling
environment.
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Proven ability to provide strategic direction and ensure an effective
work structure to maximize
productivity and achieve goals.
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Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and public
speaking skills.

Ability to problem solve and execute decisions.
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Ability to work in a complex political environment.

Proven experience in overseeing and executing data-driven performance
management and
outcome-based systems and initiatives.
Conditions of Employment

Candidates must pass a Colorado Background of Investigations
background check, a Federal
Bureau of Investigations background check, and drug screen.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Selection Process:
Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and résumé to their
application.
The selection process will consist primarily of an application review
in which all applications are evaluated
against the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position to
identify a top group of candidates to
move forward in the selection process. Candidates will be notified of
their status via email.
Please be aware the application review is based solely upon the
information provided in your
application packet, including the Work Experience and Supplemental
Questions sections of your
application. It is imperative that you provide extensive detail in
these sections of your application.
You should specifically address how, and in what capacity, your work
experience satisfies the
minimum requirements or allowable substation requirements, preferred
qualifications, and special
qualifications of this position.
Note: Transfers, voluntary demotions and reinstatements are required
to apply and participate in the
selection process.
Former employees of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS)
who were disciplinary terminated
or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on
your application and may not be eligible for
employment at CDHS.
HOW TO APPLY: Thank you for your interest. Submit an on-line
application by clicking the link
below or submit a State of Colorado Application for Announced Vacancy
and all supplemental
questions according to the instructions provided below. 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 above.
IF NOT APPLYING ON-LINE, SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Please submit your application online and supply a valid email
address. All communication will
be through email. If you do not have access to a computer to submit
your application online,
please contact the HR Specialist listed on this announcement. Faxed,
late, paper, or emailed
applications will not be accepted nor considered.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION:
Morgan.Murphy at state.co.us
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.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: Position #IHA 00055 05/08/2013
http://www.colorado.gov/jobs DIRECTOR OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES
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THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Director of Vocational Rehabilitation Services Supplemental Questionnaire
*
1. If you are a current or previous Colorado State employee, please
provide the following information for each state job worked: the
department, job title,
dates of employment.
*
2. Describe your leadership role(s) in a large, complex organization.
Include the size and a description of the organization and number of
years experience
in each role.
*
3. Describe your experience bringing together diverse stakeholders to
drive change. Include your role(s), length of time in the role(s), and
give at least
two specific examples describing the stakeholders, how you facilitated
the work, and the outcomes.
*
4. Describe your experience using data to improve performance. Include
your role(s), length of time in the role(s), and give at least two
specific examples
explaining the data used, the decisions made using the data, and the outcome.
*
Required Question
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