State of Colorado Hiring for Marijuana Intelligence Analyst. at Lakewood, CO Full Time

Department Information

This position is open only to Colorado residents only.

This recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

CDPS is an equal opportunity employer. See our EEOD Utilization Report (2020)

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Careers With a Purpose

If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join!

We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery.

You’ll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community!

When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be.

Unmatched Benefits

We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training, and professional development opportunities!

Did you know that only 15% of employers offer a defined contribution plan? CDPS offers unmatched retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans.

The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.

CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation, sick leave, and wellness days.

Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.

Additional benefits we offer include free ECO passes for qualifying State employees within the RTD service area, and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.

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Description Of Job

DIVISION OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

This position is located within the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM). The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) is a dynamic and diverse team that is committed to developing, administering and coordinating comprehensive and integrated statewide emergency management and homeland security programs. The Division’s work ensures the safety and security of Colorado and its infrastructure through unity of effort with local, tribal, state, federal, private, and nongovernmental partners.

Our Mission: To lead and support Colorado’s effort to prevent, protect, mitigate, respond to and recover from all-hazards events.

Our Vision: A prepared, safe and resilient Colorado!

Our Core Values: Service, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Vision and Excellence.

Our Guiding Principles: Results-Focused, Innovative, Service-Oriented and Employee-Centric.

Our Mission Is Accomplished Through a Comprehensive And Coordinated Program Of Mitigating Hazards, Preparing For Emergencies, Preventing Terrorist Attacks And Other Criminal Activity, Coordinating Resources For Response To a Disaster And Supporting Subsequent Recovery Efforts. The Division Also Serves As The Conduit For State And Federal Funding To Prepare For And Recover From All Hazard Events. The Division Accomplishes Its Mission Through The Following Offices

• Director’s Office
• Office of Emergency Management
• Office of Grants Management (Formerly Office of Preparedness)
• Office of Security and Prevention (CIAC)
• Office of Public Safety Communications (OPSC)

About The Work Unit

The Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC) serves as the focal point within the state for receiving, analyzing and sharing threat-related information among private sector, local, tribal, and federal partners. The CIAC includes representatives from various departments and partner agencies that analyze threat information with a focus on protecting civil rights, civil liberties and privacy concerns. The CIAC also provides situational awareness and a common operating picture and coordinated information collection, analysis, and dissemination for the Colorado Department of Public Safety (CDPS).

The Watch Center component operates 24/7 and supports CDPS leadership as well as other partners with overall situational awareness and real time information collection, dissemination and analysis during a critical incident affecting Colorado and will be the main point of intake and notification of incidents, and emerging threats for the Department, and petitions for Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPO). The goal is to maintain situational awareness of any event or incident—either natural or man-made—that may require a state response or be of interest to state- level leadership. Assigned analysts also provide tactical support for local partners upon request.

Safe2Tell Colorado is a school safety prevention program administered by the Colorado Attorney General’s Office. The tips are received and disseminated to schools and law enforcement by CDPS. Safe2Tell operations are 24/7. Safe2Tell tips are received from across Colorado and sometimes the nation. Tips are received via phone, web, or mobile app and are anonymous. Anonymity of the tipster is protected by statute.

The All Threats Intelligence Unit is responsible for the collection, analysis and dissemination of threat and all hazard information for the purpose of information sharing on criminal activities and terrorism-related threats affecting Colorado. The Center collaborates with private sector, local, tribal and federal partners to support, prevent, and protect Colorado and its citizens.

The Colorado Preventing Targeted Violence (CO-PTV) Program is a multidisciplinary public health approach to targeted violence prevention in the state that works to equip communities with the tools to prevent targeted violence through awareness and education, building trusted partnership, and providing continued support to assist in local prevention efforts. The CO-PTV State Team liaises across disciplines and provides standardized training and events to connect and educate prevention partners and community members. Threat Management Teams (TMTs), at both the regional and local levels, are operational teams that implement multidisciplinary approaches to prevent targeted violence and identify needs within their communities.

The infrastructure protection and cyber-security program promotes greater resiliency of government, non-government, and private-sector facilities, systems, assets, and employees through an array of prevention, protection, mitigation, response and recovery strategies designed to deter, delay, detect and defend against human threats and technological hazards, while reducing the impact of natural hazards. The program also provides a range of technical assistance to enhance their security posture and preparedness against all-hazards. Through the development and maintaining of public-private partnerships and ongoing support of state government agencies, the program aims to expand information sharing opportunities, enhance data collection and threat reporting to produce actionable intelligence, provide training and awareness, and adopt a layered, defense-in-depth strategy to assure the resiliency of Colorado communities and Colorado state government infrastructure. The program actively maintains inventory of critical infrastructure nodes and facilities in the state and maintains a database of this inventory that is utilized by numerous emergency management officials during significant emergency events. Cybersecurity analysts maintain a broad scope of awareness on emerging and evolving cyber threats. The team delivers strategic and operational support for our partners’ cyber prevention, protection, mitigation and response missions. Cyber analysts support cybersecurity focused groups throughout the state in an advisory role.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

8am-5pm Monday to Friday or 4 – 10 hour days

Mostly sedentary

About The Position

This position serves as an Intelligence Analyst in the Colorado Information Analysis Center and will operate independently in performing the full range of professional tasks. The position accesses and analyzes information gathered from databases and shared by local, state, tribal, federal and private sector partners to develop data and analysis that informs decision makers of the statewide impact of marijuana diversion from legitimate industry. The position will analyze all forms of narcotics and create intelligence products that address a broad spectrum of issues in a clear, concise and logical manner. This analyst position is to establish good working relationships with partners to support this information sharing and analysis process. Thus, the position is expected to attend and participate in relevant meetings to provide technical assistance, situation awareness/information sharing and foster partnerships. This may include giving intelligence briefings, trainings and presentations. The position will also make recommendations regarding the dissemination of intelligence information. This analyst position is to comply with State and Federal laws, regulations, executive orders and directives promulgated by the State of Colorado and the US Department of Homeland Security to achieve the goals and objectives of this state fusion center.

Key Responsibilities

Intelligence Analysis

• Access classified and unclassified databases to enter data, reviews existing information, or supports analytical investigations involving marijuana diversion and narcotics.
• Utilize knowledge of the criminal enterprise, highway interdiction efforts, and the intelligence cycle to develop data that guide the policies and response of law makers to protect Colorado’s retail and medical marijuana industry.
• Exchange information or facts and provide trainings/situational awareness briefings to partners as requested.
• Review products available via external sources, such as but not limited to HSIN, RMIN, LEEP, etc. for consideration to be shared with CIAC Internal staff and/or disseminated via CIAC platforms.
• Completes criminal case analysis that pertains to the investigative case support the CIAC provides to all Colorado agencies.
• Use known and established theory, principles, conceptual models, professional standards, and precedents to analyze complex data and determine the relationship of data to problems related to marijuana diversion and narcotics.
• Evaluate the relevance and importance of theories, concepts, and principles in order to tailor them to develop a different approach or plan to fit specific circumstances as they relate to marijuana diversion and narcotics.

Outreach

• Determine the appropriate presentation to develop for each agency, taking into consideration the general knowledge and understanding of the audience pertaining to preventing targeted violence and establish a working relationship with those entities so as to continually exchange information to develop advanced trainings.
• Schedule presentations and participate in exercises with prevention professionals from the various disciplines to support in obtaining appropriate information for analysis as well as future training topics.

After Hours On-Call/Event and Incident Support

• Determine the level of threat posed to Public Safety and making appropriate notifications through the chain of command and other partner agencies.
• May be required to analyze large amounts of information from varying sources and identify potential threats or needs and think outside the box on topics and value for our partners.

Other Duties As Assigned

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Please Note

• Only the application will be reviewed for the initial screening and comparative analysis steps. It is imperative that your application and answers to supplemental questions describe all of your relevant education, knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the requirements, duties, and preferred qualifications of this position as described within this announcement.
• Resumes, Cover Letters, or other documents submitted will only be used in later stages of the comparative anal ysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this )
• *A transcript as described under “Complete Applications” must be submitted at the time of application to meet this qualification.

Minimum Qualifications (education And Experience)

Six (6) year’s full time professional experience in intelligence work or related field

* Note: Application work history and supplemental questions must clearly articulate relevant professional experience as applicable to the position.*

Substitutions

Appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

*Note: A transcript as described under “Complete Applications” must be submitted at the time of application to meet this qualification.

Preferred Qualifications (not Required)

• Understanding of state and federal statutes related to marijuana and narcotics.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Outreach experience.
• Data collection experience.
• Strong speaking and writing skills.
• Complex Problem Solving skills.
• Demonstrated strong judgment and Decision Making.
• Self-sufficient, highly motivated, with a desire to learn new skills.
• Experience producing intelligence products and a strong understanding of intelligence reporting standards.
• Previous professional work experience in a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Requires successful completion of an extensive background investigation including reference checks, a polygraph examination, and fingerprint based criminal background check.
• Must have a CO Driver’s License, in lieu of driver license must be able to independently complete any travel required for the position
• On-call status possible to support in an emergency situation and/or even support.
• This position is designated Critical and can be expected to work and/or remain at their worksite in delayed start, early release, or closure situations.
• Must be able to have and maintain a SECRET security clearance issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

APPEAL RIGHTS

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb . A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Supplemental Information

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS ASSISTANCE AND QUESTIONS

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that protects people with physical and mental disabilities and allows them the opportunity for employment with or without a reasonable accommodation. Please direct questions and requests for reasonable accommodations to [email protected]

NOTIFICATIONS

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from ” state.co.us ” and ” [email protected] ” addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

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.

Colorado Department of Public Safety 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 Human Resources Department at cdps_hr @state.co.us .

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY – RECRUITMENT TIMELINE INFORMATION

• Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.
• 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 may 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.
• It is imperative that your application provide as much information and detail as possible about your education, knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to this job.
• If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran’s preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 “State of Legal Residence” form.
• For an overview of State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view this video .

SELECTION NOTICE

The first stage of the comparative analysis will be an application review. Your application will be reviewed as a part of the selection process to establish a ranked order of all applicants who meet the minimum requirements. It is imperative that your application and answers to supplemental questions provide as much information and detail as possible about your education, knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the requirements, duties, and preferred qualifications of this position as described within this announcement.

Resumes, Cover Letters, or other documents submitted will Not be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this).

Complete Applications Must Include The Following Documents

• A complete CDPS Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the link in this announcement)
• A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (must submit online as part of your application)
• If using education as a substitute for experience a copy of your official or unofficial transcript from an NACES accredited college or university, or your technical school official or unofficial transcript, or your NACES accredited equivalency evaluation.
• Resume and Cover Letter preferred.