Lead Licensing Specialist (Boulder & Denver Counties)

Colorado Parks And Wildlife

390d • $70,140 - $70,140 • Remote

About The Position

The Lead Licensing Specialist plays a crucial role in overseeing the licensing and monitoring of child care facilities in Boulder and Denver Counties, ensuring compliance with state regulations and standards. This position involves providing training, conducting inspections, and authorizing licenses for various child care facilities, while also addressing complaints and ensuring the safety of children in care. The role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders in the early childhood education sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Childhood Development, or a closely related field.
• Three years of professional experience in child care licensing services or related fields, including two years of supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• Prior state experience related to child care licensing duties.
• Knowledge of the Child Care Licensing Act and related regulations.
• Experience in researching and interpreting laws and policies.
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse organizations and partners.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and evaluates applications and supporting documents for child care facilities.
• Conducts inspections and interviews relevant parties to assess facility programs.
• Trains compliance specialists to ensure consistency in inspections.
• Analyzes applications to determine if licensing inspections can be conducted.
• Organizes workload to complete inspections and paperwork in a timely manner.
• Prioritizes and assigns work to ensure quality and timeliness of deliverables.
• Implements methods to improve workflow and productivity.
• Develops training plans and provides necessary training.
• Reviews criminal background investigation reports for compliance.
• Ensures timely completion of licensing inspections and investigations.
• Provides technical expertise to various boards and review panels.
• Completes special projects related to licensing and quality initiatives.

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• State paid life insurance policy
• Choice of 2 retirement plans (defined benefit or defined contribution)
• Optional 401(k) and 457 plans
• State paid short-term disability coverage
• Credit Union membership
• Training and professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree