Chief Administrative Officer; Non-Classified

This announcement has been extended and will now close October 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM. If you have already applied, there is no need to re-apply*

The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan, helping them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. Our core values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect drive us

The Department’s vision is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video!

As part of the State of Colorado, DOR offers a competitive benefits packageto permanent employees:

• PERA retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
• Automatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave
• Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program

The Colorado Department of Revenue is seeking a proven, high-level leader to serve as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Positioned within the Executive Director’s Office, the CAO serves as a pivotal executive driving organizational compliance, policy standardization, and the physical and operational infrastructure of the agency.

Operating in an environment that touches virtually every Colorado resident—through taxation, motor vehicle registration, lottery operations, and regulatory enforcement—the CAO ensures that CDOR’s operational and administrative frameworks remain legally compliant, modern, efficient, and aligned with complex statutory mandates.

• Statewide Real Estate & Footprint Optimization:
  Direct the strategic management, lease negotiations, and physical footprint optimization of the agency’s statewide portfolio, including central headquarters, regional DMV offices, and secure facilities.
• Capital Budgeting & Facility Operations:
  Oversee capital budget requests for facility upgrades, tenant improvements, and office relocations while ensuring ADA compliance and improved customer way finding.
• Continuity of Operations & Emergency Preparedness:
  Lead physical access security and rigorously test Continuity of Operations (COOP), disaster recovery, and business continuity plans to ensure resilience during emergencies.
• Public Records Governance & CORA Compliance:
  Serve as the executive sponsor for Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) compliance, ensuring legal, transparent, and timely handling of public requests while safeguardingconfidential data.
• Digital Transformation & Records Strategy:
  Direct agency-wide records management, enforcing retention schedules and leading continuous improvement projects to transition legacy paper archives into secure digital systems.
• Cross-Divisional Strategic Operations:
  Act as the primary administrative bridge between programmatic divisions and the Executive Director's Office, while providing operational oversight and resource management for the Hearings Division.
• Administrative Policy & Leadership Advisement:
  Oversee the drafting and standardization of internal policies/SOPs and serve on the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to advise on administrative and risk impacts.
• Safety & Fleet…