Deputy Senior Director - Lottery Division Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/5033122) Apply  Deputy Senior Director - Lottery Division Salary $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 Annually Location USA, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number TFAA-02543-08.2025 Department Department of Revenue Division Lottery - Administration Opening Date 08/05/2025 Closing Date 8/14/2025 5:00 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Abigail Quinones abigail.quinones@state.co.us Primary Physical Work Address 2829 W Howard Pl, Denver, CO 80204 Remote - This position is primarily tasked with performing work duties via flex-place (aka telework, work-from home arrangements) with infrequent on-site visits with client groups 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 The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect. The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video ! Helpful tips for applying: Applying for a Job with the State of Colorado . Description of Job The Lottery's mission is to grow revenue responsibly in order to maximize proceeds for outdoor recreation, conservation and schools for the good of all Coloradans. What we do: The Executive & Administration Section leads all Lottery program objectives to ensure responsible game sales and maximum revenue generation. The unit manages strategic planning, change management, budget oversight, HR, communications, legislative relations, and special projects. It oversees key functional areas such as licensing, compliance, criminal investigations, legal, cybersecurity, and public outreach. Additionally, it represents the Lottery actions, and ensures compliance with state laws, rules and audit findings. Primary Duties: As the Deputy Senior Director, each day brings a dynamic blend of leadership, oversight, and strategic decision making. The Deputy Senior Director involves navigating complex organizational needs while serving as a key and decision maker for the Lottery Division. From reviewing personnel actions and supporting leadership transitions to guiding cross-functional teams through emerging challenges, the Deputy provides continuity and accountability across operations. This role requires balancing urgent priorities with long-term planning , often stepping in for the Senior Director as needed and ensuring alignment with executive-level expectations. The Deputy also plays a pivotal role in fostering internal collaboration, resolving sensitive issues, and advancing strategic initiatives that shape the Division's future. Leadership, Supervision, Personnel, & Indirect Program Oversight: + Leads execution of the Division's 5-year strategic plan and serves on the Department's Leadership Committee, with full authority over personnel decisions including hiring, discipline, salary setting, reorganization, and administrative leave approvals. + Provides indirect oversight of the Lottery's proceeds outreach and awareness program, ensuring strategic use of events, sponsorships and communications to maximize program impact and budget utilization. + Oversees the Lotter's Player Health program by guiding responsible gaming initiatives and managing a $500,000 budget to ensure player health remains a core Division priority. + Has four direct reports, including the Director of Security & Investigations, the Director of Operations, the Player Health Manager and the Proceeds Outreach Manager. Policy, Legislative, Legal & Rulemaking: + Develops and implements new rules and policies based on legislative direction and Lottery Commission approvals, while managing legislative communications related to budget and statutory issues. + Oversees legal strategy by coordinating with the Attorney Generals Office, ensuring legal advise is accurate, actionable and aligned with Lottery objectives, including sign off on procedures in response to audits. + Leads the Legislative Performance Audit process by testifying at the General Assembly, guiding auditors, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirement s through corrective actions and clear legal interpretations. Internal & External Communications: + Leads planning of content/agenda for the annual all-employee event, approving content for all-employee meetings, podcasts, newsletters (internal and external), press releases, annual report and calendar. This position may conduct radio, print or television interviews to promote the Lottery. + May conduct radio, print or television interviews to promote the Lottery. + Responsible for strategy and execution of change management around changes within the division, + Works closely with the Communications team to ensure proper internal communications with staff, these duties require a high level of complexity regarding strategy and the direction of the Division. 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: H6G8XXMANAGEMENT (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwUD9Bt4G-21S211SXE4THp4azg/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-VXkK9fbZVj-Hw4zHxDd0IQ) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience Only: Ten (10) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position, two (2) of which must have included experience with one or more of the following: operations, legal analysis, rulemaking, policy, stakeholder engagement, public outreach, communications, change management and/or leadership. OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in public administration, law, communications, business, organizational leadership or other similar area equal to ten (10) years, two (2) of which must have included experience with operations, legal analysis, rulemaking, policy, stakeholder engagement, public outreach, communications, change management and/or leadership. NOTE: If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Preferred Qualifications: The following are preferred and not required: + Supervisory and management experience in state or local government. + Experience working closely with the state legislature on rule review, policy or budget matters. + A master's or doctorate degree in Law, Business or Public Administration or Management. + Previous experience working in a regulatory environment and promulgating rules. + Previous experience working in gaming, including the Lottery. + Proven leadership ability to develop and maintain high performing teams. + Experience with internal communications and change management at the executive level. + Excellent communications (both oral and written) and interpersonal relations skills. Note: This position requires minimal in-state travel between the Lottery's four offices in Denver, Pueblo, Grand Junction and Ft. Collins. The selected applicant must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license. This position may also require some out of state travel to industry conferences and trainings. Conditions of Employment with the Lottery Division: + Applicants must also undergo a conflict-of-interest assessment to determine compliance with the provisions of C.R.S. § 44-40-110, and must remain in compliance with C.R.S. § 44-40-110 for the duration of their employment with the Colorado Lottery. + Must be willing to work occasional weekends and holidays, if needed, and be able to go on overnight travel + Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs + Must possess and maintain a Colorado driver's license + Must reside within 25 miles of the designated territory (Denver, CO) at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. + Applicants and immediate family members must comply with restrictions on game play + Applicants and immediate family members must ensure compliance with appropriate Lottery laws and rules, including conflicts of interest. Conditions of Employment with the CDOR: Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence. As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations. Pursuant to the Universal Driving Standards Policy (https://osc.colorado.gov/sites/osc/files/documents/Universal%20Policy%20Driving%20Standards.pdf) , any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle. To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who: + Have an assigned State fleet vehicle + Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position + Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle 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. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed. + Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. + Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated. + Recommended attachments: Resume & Cover letter + List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment. + Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire. + The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies. Email Address: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. 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. 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 Supplemental Information Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance 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 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 Revenue 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 inbox,dor_ohr@state.co.us. If not applying online, submit application to: If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (https://careers.colorado.gov/sites/careers/files/documents/Colorado-Paper-Application-202011-enabled.pdf) (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to DOR_talentacquisition@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement. Methods of Appointment: Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason. Step Pay Program: Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series. 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 Describe your leadership style and give an example of how you've utilized your leadership style in the past to get results. 02 Describe your experience interacting with the Colorado General Assembly to get a bill, rule or decision item passed. 03 Describe your experience working with a public commission or board. What challenges have you encountered in your work with a public commission or board in the past? 04 CDOR - The annual salary range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000/yr. Are you still interested in this position? Marking "no" will result in removal from consideration. As a reminder, per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series. + Yes + No 05 CDOR- If you are a current classified employee of another agency or department within the State of Colorado, please indicate your current classification. If not, please simply respond with "NA" 06 CDOR - Are you aware of anyone with whom you have a personal relationship (including, but not limited to, any family members or those you or a family member have an intimate relationship with) currently employed with DOR? If yes, please provide the name of the employee and the Division they work in. Per DOR Policy OHR-006, family includes spouse, partner, child, parent, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, or cousin, including those related by marriage, civil union, common law, blood, adoption or foster care. 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