State of Colorado
FDA Tobacco Enforcement Backup Program Coordinator
State of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
This position is only open to Colorado state residents.
This posting may be filled by multiple positions and may be extended.
This position will have a hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
Be BOLD and make a real difference . . .
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Do you desire a career that provides you with opportunities to improve the world around you? The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a career position that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Colorado residents. Our mission is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play. Our vision is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Our tobacco‑free campus offers free parking and is conveniently located near RTD bus lines, Glendale City Set, and the Cherry Creek bike path. In addition to a great location and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
Employee wellness programs and facilities
Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects
Bike to work programs, including access to storage lockers and bike racks
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits, including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Paid life insurance
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off
Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees
Tuition assistance for college‑level courses including Masters degree programs
Excellent work‑life programs, such as flexible schedules, and
A variety of employee resource groups
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch
Please Note - As of August 27, 2025, a hiring freeze is in effect for the Colorado Executive Branch. State agencies will be allowed to finalize the hiring process only if a position has been posted by August 26, 2025. Any positions that are posted after August 26, 2025 have been either exempted from the hiring freeze or have been approved for a waiver and the hiring process may proceed.
The Work Unit The Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention (HPCDP) Branch
in Prevention Services Division (PSD), reviews, plans, designs, implements and evaluates public health chronic disease interventions and related risk factors with the goal of advancing health and improving health‑related quality of life for all Coloradans. Special emphasis is placed on evidence‑based practices, data‑based and evidence‑informed decision making, capacity‑building, partnerships, and integration between program efforts for efficiency and effectiveness. The Tobacco Program is part of the HPCDP Branch.
We are aware that many chronic diseases share the same systemic causes: tobacco use, lack of access to nutritious foods, built environments to support physical activity, social connectedness, and poverty and economic instability.
The purpose of the Tobacco Program is to reduce tobacco use and tobacco’s adverse health effects in Colorado through funding, promotion, and support of primary prevention, education, and cessation efforts. The Tobacco Program implements C.R.S. Title 25, Article 3.5 Part 8 Tobacco Education, Prevention and Cessation Programs. This position works collaboratively with other tobacco content experts and leadership in the Tobacco Program to identify strategies that improve overall outcomes for all Coloradans. The Tobacco Program is seeking professionals with lived experiences and/or local experience partnering with diverse populations who are impacted by tobacco use to lead this work.
The FDA Tobacco Retailer Inspection program is located within the Tobacco team and ensures compliance with and implementation of FDA tobacco enforcement as part of the 2009 Federal Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act through the application of best practices to improve the health and quality of life of Coloradans.
The Tobacco Program implements C.R.S. Title 25, Article 3.5 Part 8 Tobacco Education, Prevention and Cessation Programs. This position works with other tobacco content experts and leadership in the Tobacco Program.
The Position This position exists to coordinate and maintain the operation of the statewide FDA Tobacco Retailer Inspection program in support of the Federal Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act of 2009. It provides administrative coordination and support leadership on grant management, program planning, project management, and contract management within the Tobacco Unit and the FDA Tobacco Team. The position assists with maintaining compliance and provides subject matter expertise over federal tobacco laws, including evidence based surveillance data and current literature on promising practices and trends in the field.
This position obtains and maintains FDA commissioned officer status achieved by successful completion of a Level 5 Public Records Access background investigation.
Responsibilities include: monitoring contract deliverables, coordinating communications between grantees and program staff, supporting the preparation and submission of scopes of work for competitive requests for applications, providing administrative support for deliverables within specific contracts, coordinating communications between grantees and tobacco unit experts, maintaining regular communication with federal funding partners and local public health agency staff, providing customer service and technical support guidance to inspectors in real time, reviewing and updating program initiatives, recommending updates to key program initiatives and Tobacco Review Committee decisions, reviewing applications for tobacco grant funds, interacting with statewide partners, coalition and advocacy groups to increase public and decision‑maker knowledge, collaborating and coordinating with community partners on projects related to implementing the Tobacco Strategic Plan and CDC work plan.
Monitor contract deliverables, coordinate communications between grantees and program staff.
Support preparation and submission of scopes of work for competitive requests for applications.
Provide administrative support for contract deliverables and maintain regular communication with federal funding partners.
Provide customer service and technical support guidance to inspectors in real time.
Recommend updates to key program initiatives and Tobacco Review Committee decisions and priorities.
Review grant applications and recommend grants that meet community needs.
Collaborate with statewide partners, coalitions, and advocacy groups to increase awareness of effective tobacco control interventions.
In addition to the above duties, the position recommends strategies for the program’s work to address the CDC and Strategic Plan based on surveillance findings and evidence updates, reviews applications for tobacco grant funds, interacts with statewide partners, and coordinates projects related to implementing the Tobacco Strategic Plan and CDC work plan.
Residency Requirement This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description H1B3XX Administrator III
Experience Only: Six (6) years of relevant experience in grant‑making and contract monitoring, tobacco prevention, grant program implementation, public health project representative, program operations, commissioned officer, retail compliance implementation, or similar fields.
OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education, graduation from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Administration or closely‑related field AND relevant experience in grant‑making and contract monitoring, tobacco prevention, grant program implementation, public health project representative, program operations, commissioned officer, retail compliance implementation, or similar fields equivalent to six (6) years.
**If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) must be provided with application.
Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies
Demonstrated experience working with the Federal Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act of 2009.
Knowledge of and demonstrated expertise in the enforcement of federal tobacco laws.
Experience interpreting Federal guidance communications.
Experience developing and updating training and resource materials and implementing standardized guidelines.
Experience managing contracts and providing oversight to deliverables.
Experience in project management and facilitation, including presenting, providing written communication, and using Google applications.
Experience establishing collaborative partnerships and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including consulting and advising stakeholders and using communication and negotiation techniques to influence and drive initiatives.
Experience conducting research, and analyzing and synthesizing information.
Experience working in the public health field.
Conditions of Employment
Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE.
Must be willing to travel 15% of the time as the position requires. Overnight stays may be required for inspections, meetings and trainings as required by federal funding agency and site visits.
Must be willing to work a hybrid schedule.
If using transcripts to earn credit towards minimum qualifications for education, attach transcripts to be considered.
Employee must be available to take phone calls in the evening and on weekends.
Employment is contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a Level 5 Public Records Access background investigation by the Food and Drug Administration.
APPEAL RIGHTS If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. Appeals to the State Personnel Board or the State Personnel Director must be received or postmarked within the filing period: ...
Application Packet
A completed State of Colorado application.
Fully answered supplemental questions per guidance.
If using education, a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) must be provided with application.
If using work experience, provide an adequate description in the work experience section of the application. Do not write "see resume".
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your Colorado.gov/jobs application.
Selection Process
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 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.
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
E‑Verify: CDPHE 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.
You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non‑residents of the United States.
ADAAA Accommodations The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. The 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 performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, contact the ADAAA Coordinator at cdphe.humanresources@state.co.us or call 303‑692‑2060, option 5.
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This posting may be filled by multiple positions and may be extended.
This position will have a hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
Be BOLD and make a real difference . . .
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Do you desire a career that provides you with opportunities to improve the world around you? The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a career position that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Colorado residents. Our mission is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play. Our vision is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Our tobacco‑free campus offers free parking and is conveniently located near RTD bus lines, Glendale City Set, and the Cherry Creek bike path. In addition to a great location and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
Employee wellness programs and facilities
Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects
Bike to work programs, including access to storage lockers and bike racks
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits, including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Paid life insurance
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off
Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees
Tuition assistance for college‑level courses including Masters degree programs
Excellent work‑life programs, such as flexible schedules, and
A variety of employee resource groups
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch
Please Note - As of August 27, 2025, a hiring freeze is in effect for the Colorado Executive Branch. State agencies will be allowed to finalize the hiring process only if a position has been posted by August 26, 2025. Any positions that are posted after August 26, 2025 have been either exempted from the hiring freeze or have been approved for a waiver and the hiring process may proceed.
The Work Unit The Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention (HPCDP) Branch
in Prevention Services Division (PSD), reviews, plans, designs, implements and evaluates public health chronic disease interventions and related risk factors with the goal of advancing health and improving health‑related quality of life for all Coloradans. Special emphasis is placed on evidence‑based practices, data‑based and evidence‑informed decision making, capacity‑building, partnerships, and integration between program efforts for efficiency and effectiveness. The Tobacco Program is part of the HPCDP Branch.
We are aware that many chronic diseases share the same systemic causes: tobacco use, lack of access to nutritious foods, built environments to support physical activity, social connectedness, and poverty and economic instability.
The purpose of the Tobacco Program is to reduce tobacco use and tobacco’s adverse health effects in Colorado through funding, promotion, and support of primary prevention, education, and cessation efforts. The Tobacco Program implements C.R.S. Title 25, Article 3.5 Part 8 Tobacco Education, Prevention and Cessation Programs. This position works collaboratively with other tobacco content experts and leadership in the Tobacco Program to identify strategies that improve overall outcomes for all Coloradans. The Tobacco Program is seeking professionals with lived experiences and/or local experience partnering with diverse populations who are impacted by tobacco use to lead this work.
The FDA Tobacco Retailer Inspection program is located within the Tobacco team and ensures compliance with and implementation of FDA tobacco enforcement as part of the 2009 Federal Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act through the application of best practices to improve the health and quality of life of Coloradans.
The Tobacco Program implements C.R.S. Title 25, Article 3.5 Part 8 Tobacco Education, Prevention and Cessation Programs. This position works with other tobacco content experts and leadership in the Tobacco Program.
The Position This position exists to coordinate and maintain the operation of the statewide FDA Tobacco Retailer Inspection program in support of the Federal Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act of 2009. It provides administrative coordination and support leadership on grant management, program planning, project management, and contract management within the Tobacco Unit and the FDA Tobacco Team. The position assists with maintaining compliance and provides subject matter expertise over federal tobacco laws, including evidence based surveillance data and current literature on promising practices and trends in the field.
This position obtains and maintains FDA commissioned officer status achieved by successful completion of a Level 5 Public Records Access background investigation.
Responsibilities include: monitoring contract deliverables, coordinating communications between grantees and program staff, supporting the preparation and submission of scopes of work for competitive requests for applications, providing administrative support for deliverables within specific contracts, coordinating communications between grantees and tobacco unit experts, maintaining regular communication with federal funding partners and local public health agency staff, providing customer service and technical support guidance to inspectors in real time, reviewing and updating program initiatives, recommending updates to key program initiatives and Tobacco Review Committee decisions, reviewing applications for tobacco grant funds, interacting with statewide partners, coalition and advocacy groups to increase public and decision‑maker knowledge, collaborating and coordinating with community partners on projects related to implementing the Tobacco Strategic Plan and CDC work plan.
Monitor contract deliverables, coordinate communications between grantees and program staff.
Support preparation and submission of scopes of work for competitive requests for applications.
Provide administrative support for contract deliverables and maintain regular communication with federal funding partners.
Provide customer service and technical support guidance to inspectors in real time.
Recommend updates to key program initiatives and Tobacco Review Committee decisions and priorities.
Review grant applications and recommend grants that meet community needs.
Collaborate with statewide partners, coalitions, and advocacy groups to increase awareness of effective tobacco control interventions.
In addition to the above duties, the position recommends strategies for the program’s work to address the CDC and Strategic Plan based on surveillance findings and evidence updates, reviews applications for tobacco grant funds, interacts with statewide partners, and coordinates projects related to implementing the Tobacco Strategic Plan and CDC work plan.
Residency Requirement This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description H1B3XX Administrator III
Experience Only: Six (6) years of relevant experience in grant‑making and contract monitoring, tobacco prevention, grant program implementation, public health project representative, program operations, commissioned officer, retail compliance implementation, or similar fields.
OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education, graduation from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Health, Public Administration or closely‑related field AND relevant experience in grant‑making and contract monitoring, tobacco prevention, grant program implementation, public health project representative, program operations, commissioned officer, retail compliance implementation, or similar fields equivalent to six (6) years.
**If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) must be provided with application.
Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies
Demonstrated experience working with the Federal Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act of 2009.
Knowledge of and demonstrated expertise in the enforcement of federal tobacco laws.
Experience interpreting Federal guidance communications.
Experience developing and updating training and resource materials and implementing standardized guidelines.
Experience managing contracts and providing oversight to deliverables.
Experience in project management and facilitation, including presenting, providing written communication, and using Google applications.
Experience establishing collaborative partnerships and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including consulting and advising stakeholders and using communication and negotiation techniques to influence and drive initiatives.
Experience conducting research, and analyzing and synthesizing information.
Experience working in the public health field.
Conditions of Employment
Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE.
Must be willing to travel 15% of the time as the position requires. Overnight stays may be required for inspections, meetings and trainings as required by federal funding agency and site visits.
Must be willing to work a hybrid schedule.
If using transcripts to earn credit towards minimum qualifications for education, attach transcripts to be considered.
Employee must be available to take phone calls in the evening and on weekends.
Employment is contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a Level 5 Public Records Access background investigation by the Food and Drug Administration.
APPEAL RIGHTS If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. Appeals to the State Personnel Board or the State Personnel Director must be received or postmarked within the filing period: ...
Application Packet
A completed State of Colorado application.
Fully answered supplemental questions per guidance.
If using education, a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) must be provided with application.
If using work experience, provide an adequate description in the work experience section of the application. Do not write "see resume".
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your Colorado.gov/jobs application.
Selection Process
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 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.
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
E‑Verify: CDPHE 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.
You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non‑residents of the United States.
ADAAA Accommodations The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. The 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 performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, contact the ADAAA Coordinator at cdphe.humanresources@state.co.us or call 303‑692‑2060, option 5.
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