Administrative Reviewer

Position Overview

Compliance Investigator II – This role provides independent third‑party review and quality improvement processes for the Division of Child Welfare (CW) and Division of Youth Services (DYS). The position follows a hybrid work arrangement with remote work and regular travel. An employee will maintain a home office within 20 miles of the CDHS offices.

• Conduct periodic Administrative Reviews for children every six months and Administrative Permanency Reviews every 12 months.
• Review child welfare assessments, in‑home service cases, and child and family services reviews.
• Provide case‑specific technical assistance and deliver training on systemic issues to county, regional, court, and state staff.
• Schedule review staff and coordinate review schedules to meet federal requirements for timely periodic reviews.
• Analyze data, interpret findings, recommend administrative responses or sanctions for non‑compliance, and prepare report findings.
• Travel to assigned counties and conduct over‑night stays as required (approx. 6–8 nights/month).

• Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.
• Two (2) years of professional human services investigative experience conducting child and/or youth abuse and neglect investigations, or supervising professional social caseworkers in child protection and/or youth services.
• Experience demonstrating knowledge of Volume VII Regulations, the Colorado Children’s Code, and Colorado child welfare processes.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience in ongoing permanency casework and/or intake and assessment casework.

• Minimum of one year experience with Colorado Trails or other relevant SACWIS systems.
• Intermediate computer skills to enter information into databases and produce reports.
• Strong understanding of federal and state law as it applies to administrative review.
• Experience conducting child and youth abuse and neglect investigations or supervising professional social caseworkers.
• Possession of a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Certification through the Child Welfare Training Academy in supervising child welfare caseworkers.
• Exceptional communication skills, including curriculum development and training delivery.

• Full background and reference check required.
• Must be a resident of Colorado and maintain residency throughout employment.
• Valid, non‑restricted Colorado driver’s license or non‑restricted U.S. driver’s license required.
• Hybrid work arrangement: home office with expected frequent travel to county departments.
• Home office within 20 miles of CDHS offices; relocation may be required.
• Employees must maintain reliable internet access and a phone for duties.

• Retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Medical and dental health plans.
• Health Savings Account and paid life insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• 11 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Employee Wellness program.
• Flexible schedules and remote work arrangements for eligible positions.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including protected classes, as specified in the applicable laws.