Business Enterprise Program Manager

Business Enterprise Program Manager

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Business Enterprise Program Manager

Salary

$94,008.00 - $124,656.00 Annually

Location

Denver Metro, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

KAA 0239 PM II 11.24

Department

Department of Labor and Employment

Division

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

Opening Date

11/13/2024

Closing Date

11/21/2024 5:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

2211 W Evans Ave., Denver CO, 80223

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

david.stevenson@state.co.us

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Description

Benefits

Questions

Department Information

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST, 2024

This position will have hybrid options available and is housed in the Denver Metro DVR office (2211 W Evans Ave., Denver CO, 80223). It will be required to report into the office one (1) day per week and at discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.

The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.

This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect. We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:

Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution

Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans

Medical and dental health plans

Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

Paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

BenefitHub state employee discount program

MotivateMe employee wellness program

Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces

RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go tohttps://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs

Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home

PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.

Description of Job

Classification:Program Management II (H1A3XX (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4eQjFoWE10NVJSX1U/view?resourcekey=0-VJYWFDAOXlezd5Kua_eqQA) )

Salary Range:

$45.20 - $59.93 Hourly

$3,615.69 - $4,794.46 Biweekly

$7,834.00 - $10,388.00 Monthly

$94,008.00 - $124,656.00 Annually

Description of Job:

The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) helps individuals with disabilities prepare for and secure employment. We help them take their rightful place in the workforce and in the community. This work unit exists to provide individuals who are blind with rumerative employment, enlarging the economic opportunities and stimulating individuals who are blind to greater efforts in striving to make themselves self-supporting. The Business Enterprise Program (BEP) is housed within the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Blind and Low Vision Services unit, which administers the Randolph-Sheppard Vending Facility Program and issues licenses to individuals who are blind to operate business enterprise locations on federal, state or other property.

This position is responsible for management of the Business Enterprise Program as the state licensing agency for the Randolph Sheppard Act within DVR’s Blind and Low Vision Services and assures quality and safety under the Act. This position exists to manage and supervise the daily operation of 5 full time employees; forecasts, reviews and monitors yearly budget; assures that unit works within the approved budget; assures all appropriate research is completed and gives final approval regarding development of new locations, remodeling of existing locations, and equipment replacement.

This position assures adherence to federal and state regulations with respect to purchasing and equipment, asset inventory and tracking. Interfaces with federal and state government building managers; interfaces with, the body of operators & the elected committee of licensed blind operators and ensures active participation; develops and writes procedures for operations; writes and monitors contracts and agreements in coordination with DVR finance and CDLE Procurement and Contracts unit; and responds to appeals and grievances at the supervisor level.

This position assures that each blind operator has the opportunity to manage viable locations; vending, snack bars or cafeterias or other businesses in federal, state and other properties so that blind individuals are able to maintain gainful employment. This position supervises the BEP training specialist and assures the BEP training curriculum meets standards for food service management, convenience services, and/or standards for other businesses’ competencies and regulations.

This position provides strategic input and recommendations to the Blind and Low Vision manager and DVR executive leadership regarding program operation; researches and recommends rule updates/changes; monitors and reports national trends in the provision of Randolph Sheppard programs and represents the agency in a variety of public forums and professional organizations.

The duties for the position are as follows:

Supervision

Serves as first-line supervisor for (5) direct reports (Business consultant, Training specialist IV and Program Assistant, Project Manager, and Food Service quality Assurance Specialist) . Recommends and/or makes decisions regarding interviewing, hiring, disciplining, promoting, and rewarding employees. Ensures all employees have a position description and performance plan (EQEP) in place within 30 days of starting in a position, setting performance objectives and standards. Ensures that performance objectives and goals align with duties on the position description for each employee. Communicates regularly with employees to discuss, praise, and/or address work performance, workload, productivity, work quality, and to address any employee concerns. Conducts all interim reviews, final evaluations, and annual performance plans in a timely manner. Approves or denies leave requests and approves timekeeping information.

Budget Management

Analyzes current spending and expenditure trends of operations, grant funds and program income to recommend and establish subsequent fiscal year budgets. This position meets routinely with program accounting staff as well as Procurement and Contracting Management to discuss accounting issues and resolve concerns. This position plans, negotiates, develops, allocates, monitors, adjusts, and approves expenditures of Business Enterprise Program funds, managing equipment replacement and/or addition, site remodels, equipment and service contracts and all program operating costs. Advises and guides staff to meet their performance goals and expend funds in compliance with state fiscal rules and procedures assuring that BEP operates within the assigned budget.

Program Management

Overall management of program operations, blind operators, training curriculum and program staff to assure unit compliance to state and federal policies, rules and regulations. Approves, drafts and signs program location waivers. Develops procedures used to direct, supervise, and monitor blind operators to enhance their career development and maximize their profits; ensuring overall program profitability, growth and security. Writes, recommends modifications and monitors procedures for program, blind operator and facility management, including but not limited to fiscal procedures, vendor facility agreements, business concepts, quality control, merchandising, inventory management, customer and employee relations, basic equipment repair and maintenance, equipment purchase, sale and surplus, sanitation, repair and maintenance service contracts; seeking technical guidance and consultation from DVR finance and CDLE Procurement and Contracts units. Provides technical assistance, consultation, guidance, as well as human and fiscal resource development in day-to-day operations.

Facilitates active participation of the elected committee of licensed blind operators to formulate and develop policies and strategic plans for the program. Develops a yearly set of goals in collaboration with the elected committee of licensed blind operators. Works with staff to ensure the overall day-to-day operations of BEP food service facilities in lieu of an available blind operator. Responsible for first level of appeals by licensed blind business operators. Oversee and approve the writing and monitoring of contracts and purchase order spending limits. Oversee management of current operators' location operating agreements. Meet with Operator and Operators' teaming partners for military contracts to resolve issues between the operators and partners. Partnership meetings with building managers on a periodic basis to discuss program issues and planning, such as Federal GSA and State Capitol Complex Facilities building management. Oversee and approve the placement of unassigned vending machines statewide

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Experience Only:

Nine (9) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position to include: Program management; business management; finance management; management of public grants; human resources management; governances related to food service operations.

OR

Education and Experience

A combination of related education to include: Business Management, Finance, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Education, Political Science, Culinary Arts, or a closely related Business or Human Services degree. and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to nine (9) years

Required Competencies:

Ability to interpret and apply policy and regulations;

Ability to understand and calculate return on investment;

Business acumen;

Understanding risk and opportunity within business,

Business strategy development skills;

Strong written and verbal communication skills;

Ability to understand and determine feasibility and viability of locations;

Organizational skills;

Ability to lead others;

Knowledge of excel;

Knowledge of budgets;

Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

2 years of supervisory experience.

2 years of experience working with public grants.

2 years of experience analyzing financials to include: budgets, feasibility studies, financial reports, profit and loss statements, return on investment, and/or cash flow.

2 years of experience in business management in food industry

2 years of experience working with individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

Demonstrated knowledge of the Randolph Sheppard Program

Conditions of Employment:

Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.

You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which includes the E-Verify process.

This position will require biweekly travel to various state offices for the purposes of fulfilling business needs, training, and attending meetings.

Position will be required to report to the listed address one (1) day per week and at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.

APPEAL RIGHTS:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can 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/board-rules.

Supplemental Information

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:david.stevenson@state.co.us

Minimum Qualification Screening

A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.

Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening and the online skills test, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES

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 Colorado Department of Labor and Employment 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, Sean Montoya, at sean.montoya@state.co.us. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.

While a salary range is posted for this position, an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis, which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work.

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

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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I acknowledge the comparative analysis process for this position will consist of a review of the information contained within my application/job duty statements and that any attachments will not be included during the minimum qualification screening or application review. The structured application review/numerical scoring of my application will be based on the content listed in the job duty statements, the preferred qualifications, required competencies, and answers to supplemental questions. My responses to the supplemental questions will be scored based on my ability to follow instructions and provide detailed, clear, and concise answers to each question.

Yes

No

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Describe your greatest professional success in effectively managing a client or stakeholder dispute. What were the issues, how did you overcome them, what were the outcomes, and what did you learn from this experience?

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Describe your understanding and experience applying the following concepts: budget management, feasibility study, return on investment, and cash flow.

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Describe your experience with the creation, interpretation, and application of state and federal regulations/policies.

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What is your professional experience regarding the application of the Randolph-Sheppard act? If none please state "N/A".

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