Contract Monitoring Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $71,544.00 - $78,696.00 Annually
Location : Denver, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: FAA91697-05/27/26
Department: Department of Public Health & Environment
Division: Administration Division
Opening Date: 05/27/2026
Closing Date: 6/5/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South Denver, CO 80246
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: simmone.porter@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.
Department Information
ABOUT US:
At The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) we are dedicated to the Colorado for All philosophy - working toward a Colorado where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
We support the basic human rights of our neighbors regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education level, disability, socio-economic status, or any other visible or invisible identity. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Be BOLD.....Make a REAL difference . . . join us in serving our communities advancing Colorado's health and protecting the places we live, work, learn, and play, to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
Mission - To advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play.
Vision - To create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
CDPHE offers:

• Free parking and access to RTD bus lines.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Retirement ( PERA options), Medical and dental health plans
• Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year and generous personal time off
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. For more information, go to: https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch
Description of Job
The Work Unit:
The purpose of the Contract Performance Monitoring Unit (CPMU), a unit within the Procurement and Contracts Section (PCS) is to implement and oversee the Financial Risk Management System (FRMS) and Contract Monitoring in the department. The unit serves to assist Division staff in contract performance monitoring activities and implementation of the standardized monitoring practices and procedures. The unit monitors LPHAs risk levels, conducts risk assessments and communicates information resulting from assessments and monitoring to Division staff to ensure contracts and purchase orders are monitored at an appropriate level. This unit resides in the Operations Division which provides the following departmental services: Internal Audit, Budget, Human Resources, Office of Legal and Regulatory Compliance, Accounting and Procurement and Contracts. The department currently consists of staff exceeding 1,200 employees whose activities are funded by monies from over 300 sources and amounting to over $450 million annually.
What You Will Do:
This position is staff authority over the oversight, implementation, and administration of the department's standardized Contract Monitoring Program, as required by the department's Contract Monitoring Policy 13.5
This position is responsible for implementing and overseeing a department-wide, standardized process for risk-based contract monitoring. As such, this position acts as a Departmental staff authority in the area of contract monitoring compliance. Duties include: implementation and evaluation of a contracting monitoring compliance program; providing technical assistance in the development of contract monitoring plans in conjunction with appropriate department staff (e.g., business unit, technical and project management staff, financial staff, purchasing and contracting staff). This position provides direction to programs regarding contractor performance and determining the appropriate escalation for non- compliance. This position conducts compliance reviews to ensure the program is adhered to by division monitoring staff. This position assesses need, determines the necessary support and produces guidance materials that align with the monitoring standards
Key Responsibilities:

• Air Enterprise Contract Monitor
• Stakeholder Outreach and Communication Support
• Project Coordination

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:
H1B4XX
Minimum Qualifications:
NOTE: An applicant may meet the minimum qualifications for this job in one of two ways: They may qualify through their work experience alone or through a combination of education and work experience.
Experience Only:
Seven (7) years of relevant experience in contract monitoring, audits, program evaluation, or contract development.
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education in contract management, business administration, public administration, or a closely-related field and/or relevant experience in contract monitoring, audits, program evaluation, or contract development equal to seven (7) years
**This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.**
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following highly desirable experience and competencies:

• Contract management experience
• Demonstrated working knowledge of federal and state laws, rules and regulations, including Office of Management and Budget circulars
• Experience in project or program management
• Experience in training and/or providing technical assistance to diverse stakeholders
• Experience in creating and developing training and resource materials
• Outstanding skills and abilities in verbal and written communications to audiences of varying levels within an organization, in groups and individual settings
• Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative partnerships and effective working relationships with a variety of internal customers
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across programs and disciplines

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.

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
A complete application packet must include:

• Completed State of Colorado application.
• If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) or diploma must be provided with application. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.

The Selection Process:
All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
E-Verify:
CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
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 Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment 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 at cdphe_benefits@state.co.us or call 303-692-2060, option 5.
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:
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Are you willing to submit to a pre-employment background check?

• Yes
• No

02
This position requires educational transcripts or diplomas to be submitted if you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position or for the substitution of education for some experience. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications or substitution for this position, a copy of your unofficial (or official) transcript/diploma is required please attach to your application by the application deadline.

• Yes
• No

03
Tell me about a time you identified a compliance issue. What were the steps you took to resolve the issue? How did you design and implement the corrective action plan?
04
This role is tasked with implementing a standardized contract monitoring process across decentralized programs. Describe a specific experience where you successfully implemented a new process that required significant change across multiple internal teams or diverse stakeholders. What strategies did you use to secure buy-in and address resistance?
05
The role involves ensuring compliance with complex guidelines. Describe a project where you had to interpret and apply a complex set of government regulations and/or policies to a new or existing program. How did you translate those requirements into clear guidance or training for staff, and how did you measure their adherence?
Required Question