State of Colorado
CDOC- Media Specialist IV
State of Colorado, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Colorado Department of Corrections Mission
We are a team of dynamic and diverse professionals building a safer Colorado by cultivating transformative opportunities for those under our supervision. Our Vision
“Building a safer Colorado for today and tomorrow”. CORE Values
Community Safety Dignity, Diversity and Respect Opportunity Collaborative partnerships In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. Benefits
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system; Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits; Medical and dental health plans; Short and long term disability coverage; Paid life insurance; 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave; Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more; Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information. Location
This position can be located in Colorado Springs, Canon City or Denver. It will require frequent travel between all of our locations. Correctional Industries is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Who Can Apply
This position is only open to Colorado state residents. Job Description – Multi‑Media Specialist
The Multi Media Specialist position supports the Colorado Department of Corrections Correctional Industries, which develops marketing materials to widen the reach of the program to new and existing customers. We are recruiting an innovative individual to join our team as a Multi‑Media Specialist. The individual selected for this position will support the CTA by developing training presentations, instructional materials and web‑based training. Primary Duties
Design and maintain websites, social media, and printed materials for our 18 and growing diverse businesses within Colorado State Prisons. Maintain ERP software as it relates to our manufacturing businesses by helping set up inventory to process, complete periodic price validation, develop new products and help bring them to market, develop new business opportunities, present/sell our products at community events, festivals and trade shows. Redesign and maintain CCI online store on Shopify platform. Create and edit video content. Create product listings to include photographs and descriptions, as well as visual option selections for products. Create marketing materials, such as flyers, brochures, reports, video content, using Adobe Creative Cloud software. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Five (5) years of professional experience developing, designing and maintaining marketing material, websites, social media, video and printed materials. (Any work experience less than full time will be prorated). - OR - Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in mass communication, marketing, education media, mass media production, graphic design or a closely related field. Unofficial college transcripts must be uploaded with this application to be considered. Transcripts must include your name, college name, degree and date conferred in order to receive credit. - AND - One (1) year of professional experience developing, designing and maintaining marketing material, websites, social media, video and printed materials. Professional experience is defined as work that involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, and personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field; and continuously studied to explore, extend, and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials, equipment, applications and methods. In order to adequately determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, you must clearly describe your experience in the “Work Experience” section of your application. “See resume” statements will not be accepted in lieu of a properly completed application. Substitutions: Experience in criminal justice or specific to the position which provided the same kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis for the bachelor's degree.
A master’s or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in the above mentioned fields may be substituted for the bachelor's degree and one year of general experience.
A bachelor degree (or higher) that is not in a closely related field of study may substitute up to 60 semester hours of core coursework on a year‑for‑year basis. Required Competencies
Ability to provide exceptional customer service; Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud; Ability to complete required assignments while meeting tight production deadlines and in high pressure situations; Ability to multi task effectively; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to interpret customer's vision and target audience; Self‑control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high‑stakes interaction; Ability to pay special attention to details and follow instruction; Ability to follow policy and provide efficient, effective service while utilizing state resources responsibly; Ability to identify the newest technologies in this field and be able to bring that technology to the department; Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind. Preferred Qualifications
Relevant years of state service working multimedia platforms; Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Workspace, and basic HTML coding for web design; Experience or knowledge of correctional operations; Demonstrated ability to apply accessibility best practices and standards (e.g., ADA, Section 508, WCAG) in the creation and adaptation of documents and media; Conditions of Employment
Must be 21 years of age; Possess a valid driver’s license. Drivers must maintain a valid, non‑restricted Colorado driver license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards. Eligibility to drive a State‑owned vehicle includes holding a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle. Possess a high school diploma or GED; Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601‑15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDOC uses e‑Verify, an Internet‑based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. CDOC does not sponsor non‑residents of the United States. Successfully pass all modules of the six‑week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics; Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics – lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist; stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled takedown; use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows; withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows; swing a baton in a striking technique; rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic; get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions; Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment; Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security; Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury; Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently; Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations; Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner; Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders; Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments; Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings; Willing and able to travel; Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule; TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire; Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges. The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment. Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use. 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. 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 acknowledgement 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. After submitting an application, you should receive an email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept. of Corrections employee or from this email address: info@governmentjobs.com. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Kayla Bartlett: kayla.bartlett@doc.state.co.us. SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE‑UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. 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. Equality, diversity and inclusion drive our success. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. We 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, please direct inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Kristen Lange, at doc_employeerelations@state.co.us or call 719-728-0270.
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We are a team of dynamic and diverse professionals building a safer Colorado by cultivating transformative opportunities for those under our supervision. Our Vision
“Building a safer Colorado for today and tomorrow”. CORE Values
Community Safety Dignity, Diversity and Respect Opportunity Collaborative partnerships In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. Benefits
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system; Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits; Medical and dental health plans; Short and long term disability coverage; Paid life insurance; 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave; Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more; Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information. Location
This position can be located in Colorado Springs, Canon City or Denver. It will require frequent travel between all of our locations. Correctional Industries is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Who Can Apply
This position is only open to Colorado state residents. Job Description – Multi‑Media Specialist
The Multi Media Specialist position supports the Colorado Department of Corrections Correctional Industries, which develops marketing materials to widen the reach of the program to new and existing customers. We are recruiting an innovative individual to join our team as a Multi‑Media Specialist. The individual selected for this position will support the CTA by developing training presentations, instructional materials and web‑based training. Primary Duties
Design and maintain websites, social media, and printed materials for our 18 and growing diverse businesses within Colorado State Prisons. Maintain ERP software as it relates to our manufacturing businesses by helping set up inventory to process, complete periodic price validation, develop new products and help bring them to market, develop new business opportunities, present/sell our products at community events, festivals and trade shows. Redesign and maintain CCI online store on Shopify platform. Create and edit video content. Create product listings to include photographs and descriptions, as well as visual option selections for products. Create marketing materials, such as flyers, brochures, reports, video content, using Adobe Creative Cloud software. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Five (5) years of professional experience developing, designing and maintaining marketing material, websites, social media, video and printed materials. (Any work experience less than full time will be prorated). - OR - Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in mass communication, marketing, education media, mass media production, graphic design or a closely related field. Unofficial college transcripts must be uploaded with this application to be considered. Transcripts must include your name, college name, degree and date conferred in order to receive credit. - AND - One (1) year of professional experience developing, designing and maintaining marketing material, websites, social media, video and printed materials. Professional experience is defined as work that involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, and personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field; and continuously studied to explore, extend, and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials, equipment, applications and methods. In order to adequately determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, you must clearly describe your experience in the “Work Experience” section of your application. “See resume” statements will not be accepted in lieu of a properly completed application. Substitutions: Experience in criminal justice or specific to the position which provided the same kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis for the bachelor's degree.
A master’s or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in the above mentioned fields may be substituted for the bachelor's degree and one year of general experience.
A bachelor degree (or higher) that is not in a closely related field of study may substitute up to 60 semester hours of core coursework on a year‑for‑year basis. Required Competencies
Ability to provide exceptional customer service; Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud; Ability to complete required assignments while meeting tight production deadlines and in high pressure situations; Ability to multi task effectively; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to interpret customer's vision and target audience; Self‑control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high‑stakes interaction; Ability to pay special attention to details and follow instruction; Ability to follow policy and provide efficient, effective service while utilizing state resources responsibly; Ability to identify the newest technologies in this field and be able to bring that technology to the department; Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind. Preferred Qualifications
Relevant years of state service working multimedia platforms; Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Workspace, and basic HTML coding for web design; Experience or knowledge of correctional operations; Demonstrated ability to apply accessibility best practices and standards (e.g., ADA, Section 508, WCAG) in the creation and adaptation of documents and media; Conditions of Employment
Must be 21 years of age; Possess a valid driver’s license. Drivers must maintain a valid, non‑restricted Colorado driver license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards. Eligibility to drive a State‑owned vehicle includes holding a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle. Possess a high school diploma or GED; Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601‑15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDOC uses e‑Verify, an Internet‑based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. CDOC does not sponsor non‑residents of the United States. Successfully pass all modules of the six‑week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics; Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics – lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist; stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled takedown; use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows; withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows; swing a baton in a striking technique; rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic; get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions; Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment; Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security; Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury; Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently; Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations; Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner; Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders; Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments; Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings; Willing and able to travel; Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule; TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire; Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges. The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment. Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use. 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. 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 acknowledgement 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. After submitting an application, you should receive an email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept. of Corrections employee or from this email address: info@governmentjobs.com. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Kayla Bartlett: kayla.bartlett@doc.state.co.us. SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE‑UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. 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. Equality, diversity and inclusion drive our success. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. We 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, please direct inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Kristen Lange, at doc_employeerelations@state.co.us or call 719-728-0270.
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