Human Resources Business Partner

Posting number: RAA EDO HR3 #96 11/26

Department: Department of Public Safety

Division: Executive Director's Office

Job classification: Human Resources Specialist III

Posting type: Open

Categories: Human Resources, Public Safety

*This position is open only to current Colorado state residents.An eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months. 20250529105201_CDPS logo soup-slider-new.png

Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities.

Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado.

Our Core Values - Unity, Honor, Service

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 dedicated to non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

At CDPS, our culture is driven by our commitment to creating a safer Colorado and guided by a public service focus. We strive to provide effective solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans. We model a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth for our employees. We maintain a professional and inclusive workplace.

Position acts as an HR business partner to one or several divisions. The position consults Appointing Authorities and hiring managers on classification, selection and recruitment as well as compensation and job evaluation matters. Position continuously keeps updated and learns best practices in State Personnel rules, CO Partnership Agreement. Position supports recruitment and EDI related partnerships and events. This position allows for professional development and growth to a more independent level of work.

Position forges and maintains professional, productive relationships with customers/colleagues. Guides and coaches appointing authorities through all phases of the hiring process, meets or surpasses the customer service performance metrics established for this professional activity, including timelines, accuracy of documentation, monitoring, and meeting deadlines.

Job Evaluationand Professional Development Position performs a full range of job classification and evaluation duties. Serves as a consultant in guiding appointing authorities or their designees through all phases of the job classification/evaluation process. Position meets or surpasses the customer service performance metrics established for this professional activity (including timelines, accuracy of documentation, monitoring and meeting deadlines).

Position participates in professional development, training and process improvement opportunities, department orientation and events. Assists with data analytics. Works towards state PCP certification. Performs other duties as assigned.

Note, to be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following options for consideration.Proven Experience, Knowledge, Skills

• Six (6) years of professional human resources experience that included a combination of recruitment and selection activities such as sourcing, qualifying, and assessing candidates to fulfill current and forecasted staff requirements.

• A combination of related education and professional human resources experience that included sourcing, qualifying, and assessing candidates to fulfill current and forecasted staff requirements equal to six (6) years.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, transcripts must be attached at the time of application.

• Knowledge, comprehensive understanding, and ability to apply theories, principles, and best practices of human resource management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the State Personnel Rules, Colorado and Federal employment law.
• Ability to partner with others, to problem solve.
• Current State of Colorado Personnel Certification Program (PCP) certification(s) preferred.

We provide a wide range of benefits to our employees.

• Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
• Eligible employees receive Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000. Basic Life and AD&D are provided by the State of Colorado at no cost to employees.
• The State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health, is a no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee’s health and wellness goals. This program offers personalized health coaching, skill groups and more. Participants can earn a $20 per month health insurance premium discount.
• Through BenefitHub, State of Colorado employees have access to discounts, promotions and special programs from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel and entertainment venues throughout Colorado and across the country.
• State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan.
• Eligible employees have access to medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
• Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
• We offer excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA for details.
• We provide generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days.
• The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.
• Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
• We offer Credit Union of Coloradomembership eligibility.

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visitState of Colorado benefits.

If you are passionate about public safety and public service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, consider joining CDPS. Our team at CDPS consists of exceptional individuals and is an environment where you can challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career.

We are committed to providing public safety services to our communities including safety on our roads, preparing for and mitigating environmental disasters such as floods and wildland fires, disaster recovery, combating crime, promoting school safety, and victim services.

Classification and Salary: HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST III Anticipated Hiring Range: $59,460 - $76,558.80/year Full Salary Range: $59,460 - $83,676/year

• Hybrid, two days per week minimum in a CDPS office (Lakewood and/or Centennial)
• Work unit core business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility available

• Critical thinking - using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Strong attention to technical details.
• Active listening skills - giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Reading comprehension - understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Complex problem solving - identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Strong customer service skills - knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Strong speaking skills - talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Strong writing skills - communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• English language knowledge - knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
• Active learning ability.
• Sound judgment and decision making skills.
• Exceptional time management skill.
• Ability to analyze, develop and evaluate issues and develop recommendations to resolve issues of efficiency of work operations.
• Strong software skills and an ability to quickly learn new software systems. The position frequently utilizes systems that include but not limited to:

• Applicant tracking system - Neogov or similar.
• Word processing software - Google Docs, Microsoft Word
• Spreadsheet software - Google sheets, Microsoft Excel
• Video conferencing software - Google Meet
• Document management software - Adobe Acrobat

• Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.
• Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, a fingerprint based criminal history search, and reference checking.
• Colorado Personnel Certification Program (PCP) certification(s) must be obtained within 12 months of hire.

Appeal RightsIf you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at A standard appeal form is available at: If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: . Phone: . The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure equitable opportunity applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at: cdps.

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.

Colorado Department of Public Safety 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.

• Applicationsare considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.
• Closing Date: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 may 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.
• Supplemental Question:Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience, career accomplishments, and views about organizational values and approaches, and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them. Answers generated by AI-tools will typically be unresponsive.
• Transcripts: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application should education be used as qualification. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.
• Military Veterans: If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran's preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 "State of Legal Residence" form.
• Application Tips: For an overview of the State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view this video.
• Resumes, Cover Letters,or other documents submittedwill not be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this).
• Notifications:All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be sent via email to the email address listed on your application.  Include your current working email addresson your application and check the email provided on your application frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
• e-Verify: CDPS 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.
• Selection Process: After applications are screened for the Minimum Qualifications, CDPS intends to use the comparative analysis process outlined below. Pursuant to state personnel board rule, if there are 6 or few candidates who minimally qualify, said candidates may be referred directly to the Appointing Authority for a post referral assessment and/or consideration.
• Comparative Analysis Stepsmay include(dates are tentative and subject to change):

• Structured application review by a panel of SMEs - November 20-25
• One-way video interview via SparkHire - November 25 - December 2
• Provide a sample of a previous work product - December 11-14
• Virtual panel interview - December 9-10
• Finalist panel interview (in person) - December 15

The Colorado Department of Public Safety (CDPS) Human Resources office exists to provide human resources services to the general public, applicants, managers, and employees of CDPS. Consultation services include benefit administration, time and leave management, compensation consultation, employee relations, exam development, HR policy development, job analysis, job evaluation and classification, organizational development, new employee orientation and onboarding, performance management (PMP), interpretation of CDPS HR policy, state personnel rules, state and federal employment laws, progressive discipline, records management, recruitment, responding to grievances, appeals, charges of discrimination, reorganization matters, retention, selection and selection appeals, worker’s compensation, settlement advice, strategic planning and overall HR guidance to CDPS managers, supervisors, and employees.