CCCAP Program Services Projects Specialist Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/5041427) Apply  CCCAP Program Services Projects Specialist Salary $58,872.00 - $67,704.00 Annually Location Denver Metro, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number QAA 00151 08.12.2025 Department Department of Early Childhood Opening Date 08/14/2025 Closing Date 8/28/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address 710 S. Ash Street, Denver, CO 80246 FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information ely.behrhorst@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 STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENCY REQUIRED NOTE: This announcement may be used to fill multiple openings. Colorado Governor Jared Polis is committed to building a Colorado For All, a place where everyone has an opportunity to succeed and live the Colorado way of life. Governor Polis is focused on lowering health care costs for hardworking Coloradans, transitioning the state to renewable energy sources, ensuring every Colorado child gets a quality education, and building an economy that works for everyone. The Governor's staff includes offices for budgeting, communications and outreach, legal counsel, legislative liaison, operations, policy and research, and scheduling. Committed to Diversity - 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. If you’re looking for a place where you can be your authentic self at work and celebrate the uniqueness of those around you, then we want to talk to you! State of Colorado employees were asked to reflect on their experience with equity, diversity, and inclusion. Click here to learn more about their experiences Colorado For All - Colorado Employees Reflect on Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAPo-IRsOZU&t=3s) We offer a generous benefits package including: • 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave • Medical, dental, and vision plans • State paid life insurance policy • Choice of 2 retirement plans (defined benefit or defined contribution) • Optional 401(k) and 457 plans • State paid short-term disability coverage • Additional optional life and disability plans • Credit Union membership • Training and professional development To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits. This position will have the opportunity for a hybrid schedule (combination of in-office and remote workplace). **Please note - equipment provisioning and certain onboarding tasks will take place in person, in our Denver office, on the first day of employment.** The Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) ensures the delivery of a comprehensive, community-informed, data-driven, high-quality, and equitable early childhood system that supports the care, education and well-being of all Colorado's young children, their families and early childhood professionals in all settings. CDEC provides access to collaborative, coordinated, quality early childhood programs and support to children, families, and early care professionals in an effort to best prepare Coloradans for future success. CDEC works with many partners, including parents, schools, child care providers, Early Childhood Councils, counties, Community Centered Boards, early intervention service providers, family resources centers, county human services, county public health, businesses, community organizations, and other stakeholders to provide high-quality early childhood and family support programs. The purpose of the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) is to provide eligible households with access to high-quality, affordable child care that supports healthy child development and school readiness while promoting household self-sufficiency and informed child care choices. CCCAP provides child care assistance to low-income families who are working, searching for employment, are in training or secondary-education programs, or are participating in the Colorado Works Program, or families that have an open child welfare case. Funding through CCCAP is intended to support low-income families who are working, searching for work, or in school while providing high-quality early learning opportunities for children 0-13 years of age in a variety of early childhood settings such as licensed child care centers, preschools, child care homes, and before and after school programs. Description of Job Class Code & Class Description: H1T3XX Social Services Specialist III The purpose of this position is to support the work of the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP), specifically the provider-initiated qualified exempt process. In addition, this position performs a range of program activities, which will increase access for CCCAP families to the childcare provider that best meets their needs. Tasks include supporting program implementation, interpreting rules and regulations, providing technical support to counties and providers, and providing training in support of the CCCAP, within the Division of CCCAP. The position reports directly to the CCCAP Program Services Supervisor in the capacity of CCCAP Specialist. What you’ll be doing: + This position is responsible for supporting the coordination and alignment of projects related to program access. This includes the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) Qualified Exempt Provider Pilot, the CCCAP State Administered Slot Contract project, and other special projects work as assigned, and supporting strategies for program implementation. + This position is responsible for the creation and implementation of the provider-initiated qualified exempt process, which requires CDEC to develop a pilot program for unlicensed providers to seek license-exempt status in SFY25- 26. The program must be operating in at least two counties, including one urban and one rural county. + This position will be responsible for evaluating the outcomes of the program on enrolled providers and capacity. + This position is responsible for aligning projects, which may include new initiatives, information technology projects, important goals, or collaborations with counties, providers, and families that support the alignment and coordination of CCCAP policy and infrastructure. + This position is responsible for supporting the design of recommended strategies for the CCCAP leadership team. + Recruits and develops strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders whose participation and expertise are necessary to successfully plan and execute the objectives of the project. + Coordinates the activities of other parts of the agency, including but not limited to Information Technology, Communications, Research/Data, Finance, and Procurement, to ensure successful project implementation. + Identifies problems and suggests possible solutions to any challenges that impede the project’s progress. + Develops and regularly updates a work plan that tracks key project deliverables. + Provides technical assistance to providers regarding the implementation of rules and regulations that directly impact child care providers participating in CCCAP. + Delivers technical assistance or training by email, telephone, system support tickets, in-person meetings, webinars, or supports the creation of manuals and desk aids regarding provider rates, fiscal agreements, or other child care provider-facing policies. + Determines if all requirements for CCCAP State Administered Slot Contracts are met. + Support selected licensed providers with the Fiscal Agreement process and slot contract data review + Support the qualified exempt provider application process and data review. + Support the qualified exempt provider and selected slot contract licensed providers with the renewal process and data review. + Coordinate with the division training and instructional design team to develop training in response to recurring technical assistance needs regarding all child care providers. + Facilitate problem resolution between child care providers and county staff. + This position is responsible for conducting health and safety inspections for CCCAP qualified exempt approved providers at the location where child care is approved to be provided. + Complete inspection reports and follow up with providers on action items. + Regular review of data to ensure that providers are providing the type of exempt child care they have been approved to provide, and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements. + Ensure that exempt providers have met training requirements. + Follow up with county staff to inform them of health and safety standards and/or training that are not met in a timely manner. + Communicate with qualified exempt providers prior to, during, and after health and safety inspections. + Provide technical assistance to qualified exempt providers to support them in meeting health and safety standards. + This position interprets program rules and regulations to advise County Departments of Human Services on administering the CCCAP program. + This position will assist in conducting regular scans of local practice and provide technical assistance to county departments of human services and child care programs statewide to ensure that Colorado has successful strategies in place to support access to high-quality programs. + This position will assist in reviewing county practices and policies. + Identify technical assistance needs to ensure compliance with statewide strategies. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications: Experience Only: Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position OR Education and Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned, including human or social services or early childhood programs. Please note:The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application and in the supplemental questions. Your resume will not be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications; only the work experience section and supplemental questions of your application will be reviewed to determine this. “See Resume” statements on the application will not be accepted. In addition,part-time work will be prorated. Substitutions: + Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. + Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Preferred qualifications: + Experience working with the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) or other public assistance programs + Experience in an Early Childhood setting + Experience/Familiarity with CCCAP rules and regulations + Knowledge of CHATS and/or ATS systems Highly Desired: + Bilingual Spanish DEFINITION OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Work that involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, and 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 + Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to 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. 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 ( dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us ), 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 (https://careers.colorado.gov/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. Complete Applications must include the following documents: + A complete CDEC Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement) + A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.) + If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. + If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. 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. 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. ADAAA Accommodations: The Colorado Department of Early Childhood 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 the Human Resources Specialist:ely.behrhorst@state.co.us The Department does not offer sponsored visas for employment purposes. Technical Assistance If you experience difficulty in uploading or attaching documents to your online application, or for any other technical difficulties, call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 anytime between 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). 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. 01 All positions at the Department require that potential employees undergo a thorough background check. As a condition of employment, you are required to submit to pre-employment screening if offered the position. Are you willing to meet this requirement? + Yes + No 02 Are you willing to accept an offer within the posted salary range? + Yes + No 03 Former state employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. Otherwise, please list N/A. 04 If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please provide your EID (employee identification number will start with 99....), and please list your dates of employment and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked. 05 This position has been designated as hybrid. The Hiring Manager will discuss the expectations and details of the schedule with you during the interview process. A hybrid position can work a portion of the time from home and a portion of the time in the state workplace location. A workspace is provided for the employee when they come into the office, which could include a cubicle, office, or hoteling station. When required to come into the assigned state workplace, the employee is required to bear the expense of commuting. Do you understand this expectation and are you willing to meet this requirement? [Please write "YES" in the space below in order to continue in the selection process.] 06 List any additional relevant experience you would like us to consider in determining if you meet the qualifications of this position. Please, include the months and years relevant to the experience you describe. 07 Please describe your qualifications for this position and why you are interested in this role. 08 Please describe your experience working with public assistance programs (including CCCAP if applicable). 09 Please describe your experience working with child care providers. 10 Please describe your experience working with data systems that support public assistance or child care programs. 11 Please describe your experience working with Google Sheets and/or Excel. 12 Please describe your experience managing a project. Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email