Salary: $79,620.00 - $103,404.00 Annually
Location : Denver Metro, CO
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: FAA01061-07/08/26
Department: Department of Public Health & Environment
Division: Prevention Services Division
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/17/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: Main Campus: 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South Denver, CO 80246
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: cdphe_hr_talent_acquisition@state.co.us
Salary Note: Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
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
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado
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.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado
- This position will have hybrid workplace options available, at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business needs. The employee will still be required to report to the agency address listed on this announcement.
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.
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 Prevention Services Division works with partners across Colorado to improve the health of all Coloradans. Division professionals develop, review, implement and evaluate public health interventions proven to promote healthy living, prevent chronic disease, protect against injury and ensure access to health care and opportunities for a healthy lifestyle. The division strives to understand the needs of Colorado's communities and encourages the contributions of stakeholders in identifying and solving public health problems. The division is committed to the professional development, collaborative effort, and sustained wellness of its workforce.
Within PSD, the Nutrition Services Branch (NSB) promotes access to healthy food for eligible Coloradans by providing information and resources that support breastfeeding and nutritious food in homes and care settings to realize a world in which every Coloradan has consistent access to nutrition information and healthy food to thrive. Colorado WIC provides these services in home settings, while the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), also known as the Colorado Food Program (CFP), delivers them in care settings.
CFP administers the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) CACFP by reimbursing providers for serving nutritious meals to children and adults in child care centers, after-school programs, Head Start Centers, emergency shelters, family child care homes, and adult day care centers. The program also offers nutrition education, training, and support in areas such as food service, menu planning, and program regulations. Our work ensures that children and adults in care settings across Colorado have reliable access to healthy food.
WHAT YOU WILL DO: CFP Business Analyst
The position serves as the unit's technology subject matter expert and is responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the unit's technology systems. This includes oversight of the CACFP child nutrition program technology system, vendor and client management, coordinating requirements analysis and the user acceptance testing (UAT) procedure. This position is responsible for blending communication and strategies towards understanding: the current business state; desired future business state; required cultural, policy, business process, and rule; and changes to process and/or technology to achieve identified goals. Essential skills for this role encompass critical thinking, problem-solving, excellent communication, and a robust understanding of data management and analytics.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Scope & Development of User Requirements
- Creates & Implements Work Plans
- Customer Relationship Management
- Perform, Evaluate, and Communicate Through Quality Assurance
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:
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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.
Work Experience Only:
Three (3) years of professional experience working as a business analyst in a government IT context, with progressively complex assignments managing the requirements for software application development, service delivery or another closely related field.
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and experience:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university in Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Business Administration or a field of study closely related to the work assignment, and professional experience as a business analyst in a government IT context, with progressively complex assignments managing the requirements for software application development, service delivery, or another closely related field equal to Three (3) 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:
- Previous experience with the State of Colorado Government.
- Previous experience with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) / the Colorado Food Program (CFP) strongly preferred.
- Previous experience with the Child Nutrition Portal strongly preferred.
- Excellent relationship-building and management skills, strong orientation toward collaboration and communication, and ability to earn trust and respect from a wide customer base.
- Demonstrated understanding of application design, development, testing, integration and support.
- Ability to work with peer organizations to translate IT processes and tool strategies to support the day-to-day work efforts of the individual departments, driving towards greater efficiencies and higher quality deliverables.
- Proven ability to operate, deliver, and succeed with a geographically dispersed customer base and technical partners.
- Strong attention to detail; the ability to ensure that information is complete and accurate.
- A proven track record of taking ownership of projects and delivering on commitments.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
- This position will have hybrid workplace options available, at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business needs. The employee will still be required to report to the agency address listed on this announcement.
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 acknowledgment 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.
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