State of Colorado
FDA Tobacco Enforcement Backup Program Coordinator
State of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Overview
Do you desire a career that provides 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. This posting is for positions within the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention (HPCDP) Branch, Tobacco Program.
Responsibilities 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. Responsibilities include:
Provide administrative coordination and support leadership on grant management, program planning, project management, and contract management within the Tobacco Unit and FDA Tobacco Team.
Maintain compliance with and provide subject matter expertise over federal tobacco laws, including surveillance data and literature on best practices and trends.
Monitor contract deliverables, coordinate communications between grantees and program staff, and support the preparation and submission of scopes of work for competitive requests for applications.
Provide customer service and technical support guidance to inspectors in the field.
Support achievement of goals and benchmarks in the 2030 Strategic Plan, including surveillance outcomes and program reporting, and inform programming changes based on data.
Educate and provide technical assistance to Amendment 35 grantees, assess fiscal and contract compliance, and verify fidelity to the evidence base.
Recommend updates to program initiatives and participate in decision-making for grants and priorities related to reducing tobacco-related harms in diverse communities.
Interact with statewide partners, coalitions, and advocacy groups to raise awareness and coordinate with community partners on Tobacco Strategic Plan and CDC work plans.
Residency and Qualifications Residency.
This posting is open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Minimum Qualifications.
An applicant may meet the minimum qualifications through work experience or a combination of education and work experience. Options include:
Experience: Six (6) years in grant-making and contract monitoring, tobacco prevention, grant program implementation, public health project representation, program operations, commissioned officer, retail compliance implementation, or related fields.
Education and Experience: A combination of related education (degree in Business, Public Health, Public Administration or closely-related field) and relevant experience equal to six (6) years.
Note:
If using education to qualify, a copy of transcripts (unofficial acceptable) must be provided with the application.
Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies
Experience with the Federal Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act of 2009.
Knowledge of federal tobacco law enforcement and related federal guidance communications.
Experience developing training materials and standardized guidelines; contract management and oversight of deliverables.
Project management, facilitation, and strong written and verbal communication; ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience in research, analysis, and synthesis of information; public health background.
Conditions of Employment
Background check required for all CDPHE positions.
Travel up to 15% and possible overnight stays for inspections, meetings, and trainings with federal funding agencies.
Willingness to work a hybrid schedule.
Attach transcripts if using education to earn credit toward minimum qualifications.
Availability to take phone calls in the evening and on weekends.
Employment contingent upon successful completion of a Level 5 Public Records Access background investigation by the FDA.
Benefits and Additional Information
Employee wellness programs and facilities; extensive internal professional development opportunities.
Bike-to-work programs, retirement benefits (PERA options), medical and dental health plans, life insurance, disability coverage, paid holidays, and generous personal time off.
Mentoring, tuition assistance for college courses, flexible scheduling, and employee resource groups.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility for some positions.
Eligibility and Appeals CDPHE uses E-Verify to confirm work eligibility. You must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.
Disclaimer The information in this posting is subject to change. This description does not represent a contract of employment and is intended for informational purposes only.
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Responsibilities 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. Responsibilities include:
Provide administrative coordination and support leadership on grant management, program planning, project management, and contract management within the Tobacco Unit and FDA Tobacco Team.
Maintain compliance with and provide subject matter expertise over federal tobacco laws, including surveillance data and literature on best practices and trends.
Monitor contract deliverables, coordinate communications between grantees and program staff, and support the preparation and submission of scopes of work for competitive requests for applications.
Provide customer service and technical support guidance to inspectors in the field.
Support achievement of goals and benchmarks in the 2030 Strategic Plan, including surveillance outcomes and program reporting, and inform programming changes based on data.
Educate and provide technical assistance to Amendment 35 grantees, assess fiscal and contract compliance, and verify fidelity to the evidence base.
Recommend updates to program initiatives and participate in decision-making for grants and priorities related to reducing tobacco-related harms in diverse communities.
Interact with statewide partners, coalitions, and advocacy groups to raise awareness and coordinate with community partners on Tobacco Strategic Plan and CDC work plans.
Residency and Qualifications Residency.
This posting is open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Minimum Qualifications.
An applicant may meet the minimum qualifications through work experience or a combination of education and work experience. Options include:
Experience: Six (6) years in grant-making and contract monitoring, tobacco prevention, grant program implementation, public health project representation, program operations, commissioned officer, retail compliance implementation, or related fields.
Education and Experience: A combination of related education (degree in Business, Public Health, Public Administration or closely-related field) and relevant experience equal to six (6) years.
Note:
If using education to qualify, a copy of transcripts (unofficial acceptable) must be provided with the application.
Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies
Experience with the Federal Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act of 2009.
Knowledge of federal tobacco law enforcement and related federal guidance communications.
Experience developing training materials and standardized guidelines; contract management and oversight of deliverables.
Project management, facilitation, and strong written and verbal communication; ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience in research, analysis, and synthesis of information; public health background.
Conditions of Employment
Background check required for all CDPHE positions.
Travel up to 15% and possible overnight stays for inspections, meetings, and trainings with federal funding agencies.
Willingness to work a hybrid schedule.
Attach transcripts if using education to earn credit toward minimum qualifications.
Availability to take phone calls in the evening and on weekends.
Employment contingent upon successful completion of a Level 5 Public Records Access background investigation by the FDA.
Benefits and Additional Information
Employee wellness programs and facilities; extensive internal professional development opportunities.
Bike-to-work programs, retirement benefits (PERA options), medical and dental health plans, life insurance, disability coverage, paid holidays, and generous personal time off.
Mentoring, tuition assistance for college courses, flexible scheduling, and employee resource groups.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility for some positions.
Eligibility and Appeals CDPHE uses E-Verify to confirm work eligibility. You must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.
Disclaimer The information in this posting is subject to change. This description does not represent a contract of employment and is intended for informational purposes only.
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