Finance and Administration - Project Manager III

State of Colorado • Colorado Springs, CO

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is a Project Manager III within Finance and Administration (F&A). The Project Manager III serves as the lead of special projects within the F&A units. This position serves as the lead in improvements for areas across F&A by developing operational efficiencies, and analysis to ensure business Improvements. This position will research, develop, and implement new policies and procedures that are both F&A-led and partnering with outside units and state agencies.

Requirements

• Professional experience in contract administration, business development, financial tracking in a work environment, equal to nine (9) years.
• A combination of related education (including Financial Management, Business Management, Business Administration or a closely related field) and full-time, professional experience in contract administration, business development, financial tracking in a work environment, equal to nine (9) years.
• Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609.
• The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph.
• The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
• Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; DOC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics
• Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist
• Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down
• Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows
• Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows
• Swing a baton in a striking technique
• Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic
• Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions
• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security
• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner
• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders
• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments
• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
• Willing and able to travel
• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule
• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
• Successful completion of a background investigation is required.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Certification: PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 practitioner status.
• Advanced Financial Modeling: Expertise in capital budgeting, cost-benefit analysis, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Grant/Fund Accounting: Extensive experience in post-award grant management, compliance, and reporting for major funding bodies.
• Process Optimization: Demonstrated success in designing, implementing, or streamlining administrative workflows and internal controls (e.g., Lean or Six Sigma experience).
• Vendor & Contract Management: Strong track record of negotiating high-value vendor contracts, managing SLAs, and overseeing procurement processes.
• Cross-Functional Influence: Documented ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority, bridging the gap between technical project teams and executive financial leadership.
• Change Management: Experience leading organizational change initiatives, ideally with Prosci or equivalent change management training.
• Executive Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Developing improved and new policies & procedures that affect the unit, department, and other state agencies
• Acting as a vital bridge between F&A with correctional facilities, other state agencies, external stakeholders, and DOC divisions
• Developing and bolstering existing and new opportunities for the division in special project completion and tracking
• Providing strategic leadership by setting goals, objectives, and priorities for the unit, and contribute to the larger DOC goals
• Leading the strategic review of F&A’s current business practices and opportunities in modernization, process improvement, and customer experience
• Strengthening program coordination by engaging with internal teams and facility-based staff to address operational gaps, resolve systemic barriers, and ensure clear communication and consistent delivery of services
• Formulating and negotiating internal, interagency, and business agreements with vendors and organizations, as approved by the F&A Director, to efficiently and at a larger scale provide services and resources
• Working to help identify, evaluate, and apply for local, state, and federal grants that will advance the goals of the department and F&A
• Proactively sharing actionable insights and recommendations with management and leadership to inform and enhance the overall support continuum
• Developing and implementing program procedures to meet changing policies, directives, legislative and legal outcomes, and accreditation standards to meet Division needs
• Must be able and willing to travel to all state correctional facilities.

Benefits

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined; Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans.
• Medical and dental health plans
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED