OMMIR Program Manager

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

27d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (OMMIR) was established in 2022 through Senate Bill 22-150 to serve as a liaison on behalf of the indigenous community on issues related to missing or murdered indigenous relatives. The unit conducts statewide activities such as developing and enhancing partnerships with Tribal Law Enforcement and communities, collaborating with relevant entities, staffing and supporting the Community Volunteer Advisory Board, providing information to families on how to report a missing or murdered loved one, collaborating with state and local partners to develop training and education, and helping connect families with resources. The office will also report out and respond to questions from the legislature and the general public. The position will be a main point of contact from the Department to Tribal and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) partners, focusing on problem-solving and implementing solutions to improve communications and interactions. This role requires working and communicating directly with Tribes and AI/AN communities, developing strong relationships with various governmental and tribal organizations, and coordinating to develop culturally responsive training and education. The position operates independently, requiring independent judgment, the ability to process and communicate complex information quickly, and the capacity to navigate complex political dynamics. It serves as a Staff Authority on Tribal and AI/AN relations.

Requirements

Nine (9) years of professional experience developing and maintaining relationships with tribal organizations, providing social service support, and developing training for underserved communities OR A combination of related education and relevant experience equal to nine (9) years.
Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.
Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, a fingerprint based criminal history search, reference checking, driving history.
Current valid driver's license at time of hire, and must obtain a Colorado-issued driver's license within 30 days of hire.
Ability to operate motor vehicles and to travel throughout the state in a variety of weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Excellent reasoning and analytical and problem-solving skills.
Collaborative, professional, enthusiastic, positive attitude, able to collaborate, communicate and cooperate with multiple cross-functional partners.
Execute good judgment and acumen in solving problems.
Building strong working relationships and responding to the needs of partners and stakeholders.
Ability to work and successfully navigate in a highly politically charged environment at times; ability to maintain relationships.

Responsibilities

Develops and enhances partnerships with Tribal Law Enforcement and communities.
Collaborates with any relevant entities, including the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs, federally recognized tribes, indigenous-led organizations, tribal and local law enforcement agencies, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation and the Colorado State Patrol.
Staffing and support of the Community Volunteer Advisory Board.
Provides information to families on how to report a missing or murdered loved one.
Collaborates with state and local partners to develop training and education.
Helps connect families with resources.
Reporting out and responding to questions from the legislature and the general public.
Serves as a liaison on behalf of the Indigenous community on issues related to missing or murdered Indigenous relatives.
Supports the Advisory Board.
Communicates with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation on homicide or missing persons investigations involving Indigenous victims, where appropriate.
Provides assistance to families of victims.
Develops strong relationships with the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs; federally recognized Tribes; state, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies; and Indigenous-led organizations.
Coordinates with Tribal council members, other state and local offices including, but not limited to agency tribal liaisons, the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs, and county coroners to develop culturally responsive training and education on missing or murdered Indigenous person issues.
Helps ensure spiritual practices or ceremonies pertaining to the human remains of an Indigenous person are respected.
Identifies and analyzes sensitive issues and implements effective solutions.
Operates independently in performing work functions.
Serves as a resource to others in the Department, the governor's office and other state agencies.
Processes and communicates complex information quickly, anticipates problems and devises solutions.
Navigates complex political dynamics relating to the Tribes and AI/AN communities while representing the Department.
Represents the Department at the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs and any related subcommittees.
Facilitates and/or works with the Governor's office staff on the formal Tribal consultations and works to improve government-to-government relations between the Department and Tribes.
Travels to and interfaces directly with Tribal and AI/AN community partners regarding implementation of Department policies.
Works with law enforcement, district attorneys, and CDPS partners to conduct reviews of sentencing in cases of a violent or exploitative crime against an Indigenous person and work to potentially identify cases in which the perpetrator is a repeat offender.
Establishes strong working relationships with decision-makers, community groups and organizations.
Identifies key stakeholders both within and external to the state government needed to advance the priorities of Tribes and AI/AN communities.
Facilitates all internal and external stakeholder committee and subcommittee meetings and solicits feedback on a variety of health and environmental initiatives impacting the Tribes and AI/AN communities.
Educates local and state decision makers and community stakeholders on various needs related to relatives of missing and murdered Indigenous people.
Identifies best practices to advise staff on decision-making and the efficacy of potential actions on the Tribes and AI/AN community.
Effectively communicates highly complex technical material and complex issues using language appropriate to experts and/or non-experts.

Benefits

Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents.
Short and long-term disability coverage.
Life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000 (provided by the State of Colorado at no cost to employees).
State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health (no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee’s health and wellness goals, offers personalized health coaching, skill groups and more).
Participants can earn a $20 per month health insurance premium discount.
Access to discounts, promotions and special programs from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel and entertainment venues throughout Colorado and across the country through BenefitHub.
State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan.
Access to medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
Excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans.
Generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days.
Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state.
Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.