<p>This position is only open to Colorado state residents. </p> <p>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.</p> <p>Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.</p> <p>This is a Term-Limited position with the term ending 7/30/2026.</p> <p>Be BOLD and make a real difference...</p> <p>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</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Employee wellness programs and facilities</p> </li><li> <p>Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects</p> </li><li> <p>Bike to work programs, including access to storage lockers and bike racks</p> </li><li> <p>Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system</p> </li><li> <p>Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans</p> </li><li> <p>Medical and dental health plans</p> </li><li> <p>Paid life insurance</p> </li><li> <p>Short- and long-term disability coverage</p> </li><li> <p>11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off</p> </li><li> <p>Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees</p> </li><li> <p>Tuition assistance for college level courses including Master's degree programs</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, and a variety of employee resource groups</p> </li></ul> <p>Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to:  https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service</p> <p>The Work Unit:</p> <p>The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment serves Coloradans by providing high-quality, cost-effective public health and environmental protection services that promote healthy people in healthy places. Staff members focus on evidence-based best practices in the public health and environmental fields and play a critical role in educating people in Colorado so they can make informed choices. In addition to maintaining and enhancing our core programs, the department continues to identify and respond to emerging issues affecting Colorado's public and environmental health.</p> <p>The Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response exists to ensure that the Department has the ability to effectively monitor, detect, diagnose, prepare for, and nimbly respond to, all types of conditions and events that</p> <p>impact the public's health</p> <p>What You Will Be Doing:</p> <p>This position serves as a senior authority for the Data Lakehouse environment. This includes supporting integration into the DLH, for example, the integration of the Epitrax case investigation and contact tracing system within the Data Lakehouse environment. This position improves the efficiency and effectiveness of public health data operations within the Disease Control and Public Health Response (DCPHR) Division by analyzing existing workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and independently developing and implementing improved technical solutions. As a key technology and data resource, this position ensures that public health information systems-especially those supporting disease surveillance, outbreak response, and emergency preparedness-are reliable, secure, and aligned with evolving program needs. The position enables timely access to accurate and actionable health data by maintaining high standards for data quality, user support, and system functionality. This position plays a critical part in modernizing Colorado's disease surveillance infrastructure and advancing the use of high-quality data to inform public health interventions statewide.</p> <p>Residency Requirement:</p> <p>This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. </p> <p>Class Code & Classification Description: </p> <p>H1D5XXData Management V</p> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>An applicant may meet the minimum qualifications for this job in one of two ways: They may qualify through their work experience alone or through a combination of education and work experience.</p> <p>Experience Only:</p> <p>Eight (8) years of professional experience in data management, analyzing and cleaning data, or an occupational field closely related to the work assigned to the position.</p> <p>OR</p> <p>Education and Experience:</p> <p>A combination of related education, graduation from an accredited college or university in Business, Computer Science, Data Management or a field of study closely related to the work assignment and professional experience in data management, analyzing and cleaning data, or an occupational field closely related to the work assigned to the position equal to Eight (8) years.</p> <p>This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. A copy of your transcript must be submitted at the time of application (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.)</p> <p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following experience:</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated experience designing, managing, or optimizing enterprise-level data systems, data warehouses, or data lakehouse environments. </li><li>Proven expertise in database management and optimization, including SQL performance tuning, indexing, and schema design. </li><li>Hands-on experience with data ingestion, ETL/ELT processes, and integration of data from multiple complex sources. </li><li>Knowledge of public health data systems, disease surveillance platforms, or other large-scale data environments supporting regulated data. </li><li>Proficiency in implementing and maintaining data governance, security, and privacy practices (e.g., HIPAA, role-based access control). </li><li>Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including program, technical, and vendor stakeholders, to deliver data-driven solutions. </li><li>Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of troubleshooting complex data or system issues. </li><li>Ability to translate technical concepts into actionable recommendations for non-technical stakeholders. </li></ul> <p>CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT</p> <ul> <li>Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE. </li></ul> <p>Appeal Rights: </p> <p>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. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department's action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.</p> <p>A complete application packet must include:</p> <ul> <li> <p>A completed State of Colorado application.</p> </li><li> <p>Fully answered supplemental questions per guidance.</p> </li><li> <p>If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) must be provided with application.</p> </li><li> <p>If using work experience to qualify for this position, please provide an adequate description in the work experience section of the application. Do not write "see resume".</p> </li><li> <p>If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.</p> </li></ul> <p>The Selection Process:</p> <ul> <li> <p>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.</p> </li><li> <p>Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.</p> </li><li> <p>Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.</p> </li><li> <p>A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.</p> </li></ul> <p>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, including your rights and responsibilities.</p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <p>ADAAA Accommodations:</p> <p>The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our 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 to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator at cdphe.humanresources@state.co.us or call 303-692-2060, option 5.</p>