Program Analyst

The Office of Economic Development and International Trade ("OEDIT") was created to foster a positive business climate that encourages economic development through support of local and regional economic development activities throughout the State of Colorado. A comprehensive slate of programs within OEDIT's divisions support economic development efforts for all Colorado businesses - new and expanding, traditional and emerging, small and large - including retention programs to ensure the continued competitiveness of Colorado's economic base, and job training to keep Colorado's workforce the best in the nation.

NOTE: This announcement may be used to fill multiple openings.

The Program Analyst is highly organized and detail-oriented carrying out data management and analysis as well as accounting and record keeping functions for programs under the Business Funding & Incentives division. Key programs include the Colorado Venture Capital Authority (VCA) and OEDIT Housing programs under the direction of the Program Directors.

Key programs include:

The VCA is a political subdivision of the state. The VCA supports access to venture capital for Colorado's entrepreneurs and startup businesses and is governed by a board of directors that partners with professional fund managers to deploy capital. The VCA seeks to fill gaps in the private venture capital and equity markets for Colorado startup businesses. This position helps to implement public policy and improve capital access and financing for Colorado's small businesses.

Proposition 123 (Prop 123) created the State Affordable Housing Fund, dedicating 40% of funds to the Affordable Housing Support Fund administered by the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) and 60% to the Affordable Housing Financing Fund overseen by the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) and administered by the Colorado Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) to fund the Land Banking, Concessionary Debt and Equity programs. This position will help with data tracking and analysis and improve public access to Prop 123 impacts across the state.

The Middle Income Housing Authority (MIHA), is a special-purpose authority independent from the state whose purpose is to promote affordable rental housing projects for the middle-income workforce throughout Colorado. MIHA is currently administered by OEDIT. This position will help manage the general administrative responsibilities for MIHA.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Data Management & Reporting: Maintain and improve program-related data systems, ensuring accuracy and integrity of information. Carry out data entry, reporting, and analysis to support program management and decision-making. Advise and implement improvements to data and financial management systems. Create dashboards and reports using skill in data visualization

• Accounting and Financing Operations Support: Process financial transactions under protocols with financial institutions and signatories. Maintain ledgers and records. Support annual financial audits.

• Program Operations Support: Support quarterly and annual legislative reports. Maintain and improve program materials and webpages. Understand and monitor compliance with state and federal statutes, contracts , and other program requirements. Support program managers and board members ensuring operational timelines and deliverables are met.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates a clear understanding of accounting procedures

• Highly organized and detail oriented - manages documentation and processes for financial transactions and works toward program deadlines

• Exemplary customer service and interpersonal skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with Google Office and Microsoft tools

• Database management and dashboard design and visualization skills

• Work cooperatively and jointly to provide high quality outcomes

• Exhibits passion for public service

• Operates with the highest ethical and fiduciary standards maintaining transparency and trust-building behavior

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business with a focus on accounting, finance, or management information systems.

Or higher education coursework that included 27 semester hours of accounting or MIS.

Or two years of experience in data management and professional bookkeeping or accounting experience.

An equivalent combination of education and proven experience in comparable fields will be considered.

Preferred Experience:

• Quickbooks, Excel and Google sheets

• Database Management

• Tableau (dashboards)

• Accounting

• Google Slides

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Applicants must pass a thorough background and credit check prior to employment.

• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify their application from the current position.

Salary Range: $57,000 - $67,000 Annually

This position is considered non-classified, which means the position is not part of the Colorado State Personnel System. Therefore, the individual appointed to this position is considered at-will, and is not covered by the State Personnel Rules or the State Classification System. However, this position does come with the same benefits (retirement, insurance, etc.) as every other State employee, and with the same opportunities, pride and passion that comes with working for the great State of Colorado. Even though employment is at-will, non-classified positions have protections against discrimination and retaliation in state and federal employment laws. "At-will" employment means that either the employee or the State may terminate the employment relationship at any time for any reason or no reason, with or without notice or cause, as long as no federal or state law is violated.

A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.

BENEFITS

The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers generous benefits to full-time employees including:

• Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month

• Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month

• 11 paid holidays per year

• Medical plans - choice of Cigna or Kaiser; several plan options (including High Deductible Health Plan with HSA); most plans offered with significant state contribution towards premium

• Dental and vision plans

• Flexible spending accounts

• State-paid life insurance policy of $50,000

• Choice of 2 retirement plans (defined contribution or defined benefit) with generous state contribution

• Optional 401(k) and 457 plans for additional retirement savings

• State-paid short-term disability coverage

• Additional optional life and disability plans

• Access to the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program

• Membership opportunity with the Credit Union of Colorado

• RTD (transit) EcoPass

• Training and professional development

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

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.

To learn more about the "State of Colorado For All", visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion website.

ADAAA Accommodations

The Office of the Governor 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 Staffing Coordinator, the Director of Human Resources: jennifer.salvatore@state.co.us

Application

Please submit a cover letter and resume addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications; required knowledge, skills and abilities; that pertain to the key duties and responsibilities of this position.

Additionally, submit a relevant sample of a data visualization and explain the process and tools that you used to create it.

Your application must provide sufficient detail about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements.

Due to the large volume of resumes we receive, we do not acknowledge receipt of each application and are unable to give status updates. If a strong match is found between your qualifications and the requirements of the position, a member of the recruiting staff will contact you to further discuss the career opportunity.