CDOC Architect ; Colorado Springs-EXTENDED

Department Information

Due to the State's current hiring freeze, this position will not be filled until January 1, 2026, or after, unless a hiring freeze waiver/exemption has been approved.

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more
• Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

Colorado Springs, CO

This position will perform professional services to include project management, master planning, facility programming, regulatory agency approvals, design guidelines, construction standards, construction budgeting, contractor/consultant selection, code compliance reviews, design reviews, ensures compliance with legislative intent, as well as a leading role in coordination with private sector design consultants and coordination of engineering disciplines for 'in-house' projects.

The primary job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conceive, develop, and detail new projects, including Capital Construction, Controlled Maintenance, Americans with Disabilities Act, and Life Safety.
• Advise Project Representatives and Project Managers in resolution of project problems.
• Lead private sector design teams by interpreting the program/space requirements of various projects and reviewing Schematic Design, Design Development, and Contract Documents to ensure compliance with design program and budget.
• Provide quality assurance for new project requests ensuring design parameters are consistent with existing Department guidelines and standards, and with legislative intent.
• Establish strategic planning and Facilities Master Plan, leading responsibility for implementing and maintaining the physical plant record for the Department.
• Develop site and Office of Primary Responsibility specific facility master plans.
• Research and write facility program plans and collaborate with private sector design professionals to assure compliance with the design program and construction management.
• Prepare and evaluate requests for qualifications/proposals for professional services.
• Coordinate end users' wants and needs with overall Department strategic plan to assist the design teams in producing a project that can be justified and ultimately receive the appropriation necessary to implement.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned or required.

Ensure that the 'Work Experience' section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. Details of required work experience, licensure and other qualifications are listed below.

Current, valid license as an Architect by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors. Please attach a copy of this required license to your application.

• Ability to function independently
• Highly effective critical thinking/decision making/complex problem solving skills
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings or other structures
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technician plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Excellent interpersonal/customer service skills
• Strong written…