Executive Administrative Assistant - Hybrid

Because this is non-classified, candidates from out of state may apply, though if selected  would need to relocate and reside in Colorado.

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Colorado for All means working toward a Colorado where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. It means 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.

The Department of Personnel & Administration (DPA) is the foundation for dependable state government, leading with responsiveness, integrity, and teamwork. We provide services to other government agencies and all Coloradans by taking bold initiative toward a government with engaged employees, innovative solutions, and constructive partnerships.

DPA provides a wide range of programs and services, from custodial & maintenance to financial and human resources support, which assist other state agencies in fulfilling their missions.  At DPA, there are countless opportunities to contribute to meaningful work that supports and serves the people of Colorado. The wide variety of positions in DPA allow individuals to learn about state operations and provide for long-term career growth.

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado; it's a chance to combine your expertise with public service. Our professionals strive to support state government and the residents 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.

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Why We Want You:

We want your expertise, positive energy, drive to succeed, and love of this great state as we work to elevate the expectations Coloradans have of their government.

What You'll Get From Us:

In return for the skilled work you do, DPA provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to accompany employment opportunities. Please see the  Benefits Overview video for details on the benefits offered to employees.

This position exists to provide the highest level professional support to the Executive Director (ED) and two Deputy Executive Directors (DED). This position will assist with developing and maintaining systems and procedures that support the ED and DEDs in implementing strategic goals and objectives and making executive decisions; understanding protocols, such as the state's budget, human resources, accounting, and purchasing protocols;

understanding state law and governance to effectively support the ED's office; managing incoming and outgoing information requests for the ED and Deputy which is often confidential information and as such, requires discretion, prioritization and diplomacy, managing the flow of communication and information between the Executive Director's Office (EDO) and the Governor's Office, the Legislature, and other state agencies and institutions;

representing the EDO; ensuring that matters concerning the office are efficiently and effectively brought to the ED, Deputy, or Senior Staff members for attention and or action; managing and supporting the ED and Deputy by producing and editing correspondence, reports and other documentation; receiving visitors and scheduling appointments; initiating conference calls; responding to general inquiries on behalf of the office and ED;

serving as the Governor's advocate for the department; working in conjunction with the division directors, and handling special projects as assigned.

A summary of the duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Office Management

* Oversee all levels of office management for the Department's ED and Deputy EDs.

* Maintain an online and up to date calendar of the ED and Deputy EDs so that necessary meetings and calendars can be coordinated.

* Regularly check in with ED and DED on scheduling requests and priorities.

* Regularly attend and set up for DPA ELT meetings; demonstrate a consistent ability to clearly communicate to executive leadership in an efficient manner with a great degree of confidence.

* Implement and expedite requests of the ED and Deputy EDs by understanding department goals and priorities, consulting with subject matter experts, researching and compiling…