TRANSPARENCY POSTING Tribal and Community Liaison - Term Limited

Department Information

Please note that in accordance with State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, this announcement is open only to individuals being offered a transfer. The announcement is for transparency purposes only to comply with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Envision Yourself Working at HCPF

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 Department of Health Care Policy & Financing (HCPF) oversees and operates Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program), Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), and other state public health programs for qualified Coloradans. Our mission is to improve health care equity, access and outcomes for the people we serve while saving Coloradans money on health care and driving value for Colorado. 

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

As part of the State of Colorado, HCPF offers a competitive benefits package:

• PERA retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage

• Automatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)

• 11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave

• Accrued Sick Leave for State of Colorado Temporary Employees

• Flexplace and Flextime work arrangements

• Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program

• Free RTD EcoPass to all eligible State Employees

• Reduced college tuition through CSU Global

• Credit Union of Colorado Membership Eligibility

• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs.https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs

We are looking for a  for a Tribal and Community Liaison the Government Relations Division, Office of Community Living!

The Government Relations team includes staff performing the functions of state, federal and tribal relations and works closely with the Legal, County & Partner Relations and Communications divisions in the Policy, Communications, & Administration (PCA) office. The Legislative Relations work unit exists to communicate on behalf of the Department with the General Assembly and to provide legislative recommendations to the Executive and Leadership Committees through research and analysis of state, local, and federal policy and issues. This team includes the Legislative Liaison and the Legislative Analyst and reports to the Government Relations Division Director. 

Description of Job

Position Summary

The Tribal and Community Liaison serves as the Department's staff authority on tribal relations and rural stakeholder engagement. This position is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with Tribal Nations, rural governments, rural legislators, and community partners across Colorado. The role serves as a key liaison between HCPF and tribal and rural communities, ensuring meaningful engagement, effective communication, and collaboration on policy and program initiatives.

The position also provides project management and oversight for Tribal Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) activities, supporting successful implementation of grant-funded initiatives and advancing health equity for tribal and rural communities.

Key Responsibilities

Tribal and Rural Relationship Management

• Serve as the Department's staff authority on tribal relations and rural stakeholder engagement.
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with Tribal Nations, tribal leadership, rural governments, rural organizations, and community partners throughout Colorado.
• Lead tribal relationship management activities, including communications, consultation support, stakeholder engagement, and relationship-building initiatives.
• Establish and improve processes, standards, and strategies for tribal and rural communications and engagement.
• Provide internal education and guidance regarding tribal communities, tribal sovereignty, rural communities, and culturally responsive engagement practices.
• Collaborate with departmental leadership to proactively identify and address issues impacting tribal and rural populations.

Legislative and Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate with Division leadership to conduct outreach to rural caucus members and rural legislators.
• Serve as one of the Department's primary representatives to rural legislators and tribal partners statewide.
• Communicate program, policy, and operational changes affecting tribal and rural communities.
• Facilitate productive partnerships and collaboration among tribes, state agencies, local governments, legislators, providers, and community organizations.

Representation and Consultation

• Represent HCPF at tribal, rural, and stakeholder meetings across Colorado.
• Participate in formal tribal consultations, Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs meetings and related subcommittees, Rural Health Transformation Program meetings, and other tribal and rural engagements.
• Ensure consistent Department presence and responsiveness in tribal and rural communities.
• Support implementation of consultation and engagement activities that honor tribal sovereignty and strengthen government-to-government relationships.

Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) Project Management

• Provide project management support for Tribal RHTP initiatives.
• Develop project plans, timelines, work plans, and implementation strategies.
• Track project deliverables, milestones, risks, and dependencies.
• Coordinate activities across multiple teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Monitor grant requirements and support compliance with Tribal RHTP funding expectations.
• Collect, analyze, and report performance metrics demonstrating project progress, outcomes, and impacts.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and updates for leadership, stakeholders, and funding entities.

Program Oversight and Field Engagement

• Provide direct oversight and support for Tribal RHTP activities.
• Conduct regular travel throughout rural Colorado to engage with tribal and rural communities, assess program implementation, and support local partners.
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery, stakeholder engagement, and program outcomes in rural and tribal communities.

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:

LIAISON IV H1Q4XX

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:
Seven (7) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to seven (7) years

DEFINITION OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Work that involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field; and continuously studied to explore, extend, and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials, equipment, applications and methods. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All positions at HCPF are security sensitive positions and require that the individuals undergo a criminal record background check as a condition of employment.

• Employees who have been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of disciplinary termination, or negotiated their termination from the State of Colorado must disclose this information on the application.

• This is a term-limited position with funding through October 30, 2030. Successful candidates will sign a Waiver of Retention Rights and normal personnel rules regarding retention will not apply. Additional information regarding term-limited positions can be found here.

 

APPEAL RIGHTS

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.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or 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 under Rules.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)

Please note that ONLY your State of Colorado job application will be reviewed during the initial screening; if you submit a resume and cover letter, they will be reviewed in later stages of the selection process. Therefore, it is paramount that you clearly describe all your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" will not be considered.

Your application will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications for the position. If your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to the comparative analysis process, which is described below.

Comparative Analysis Process

The comparative analysis process will consist primarily of a review of applications against the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Applications will be reviewed in comparison to all others in the applicant pool in order to identify a top group of candidates who may be invited for a final interview. Depending on the size of the applicant pool, additional selection processes may be utilized to identify a top group of candidates. Applicants will be notified of their status via email.

Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date will result in your application being rejected.

ADAAA Accommodations: 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 Department of Health Care Policy & Financing 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 Coordinator, Anupreet Kaur, at [email protected].

The Department of Health Care Policy & Financing does not offer sponsored visas for employment purposes.

Benefits

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program.  Please click the following link for detailed information:  www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits 

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