Health Facilities Liaison Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4819569) Apply  Health Facilities Liaison Salary $70,140.00 - $112,236.00 Annually Location Lakewood, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number DFPC-FLSS-00651-02/2025 Department Department of Public Safety Division Division of Fire Prevention and Control Opening Date 02/11/2025 Closing Date 2/25/2025 5:00 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address Lakewood, CO FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Ryan McCombs ryan.mccombs@state.co.us Salary Note Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Please Note:A n eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months. While the full salary range for this position is listed, employees are normally hired towards the lower end of the range. CDPS is an equal opportunity employer. See ourEEOD Utilization Report (2020) (https://drive.google.com/file/d/11XM6\_piWxOnO7rfbG1EDPL2vHeCcVH36/view?usp=sharing) Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities. Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado. Our Core Values – Unity, Honor, Service CDPS commits to cultivating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We ensure that we recruit, retain, and promote engaged employees. Our approach to diversity is simple - it's about embracing everyone! We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex, not an initiative. Our strength is our promise to be inclusive with intentional strategies to welcome and uplift our employees to thrive - while building a more equitable workplace. Why I love My Job at CDPS (https://youtu.be/wVFnhrTd3jI) At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans! Click here to learn why CDPS employees love their jobs (http://why%20do%20i%20love%20my%20job%20at%20cdps/) 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 youjoin 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. For a complete review of the benefits we offer, please click on this link. (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/publicsafety/benefits-1) Description of Job DIVISION OF FIRE PREVENTION AND CONTROL This position is located within the Division of Fire Prevention and Control. The mission of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control is to safeguard those that live, work, learn, and play in Colorado by reducing threats to lives, property and the environment. The Division safeguards the public through: fire prevention and code enforcement; wildfire preparedness, response, suppression, coordination, and management; training and certification; public information and education; and technical assistance to local governments. ABOUT THE WORK UNIT The primary purpose of the work unit is to ensure that all the buildings that are included in the jurisdiction of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) are constructed and/or maintained in accordance with the requirements of state statutes, regulations, adopted codes, and, in the case of healthcare facilities, CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid) mandated requirements. To accomplish this purpose, the work unit performs building, fire, and life safety code plan reviews and inspections, regulates licenses and certifications to ensure compliance with the statute, regulations, and the currently adopted as applicable. WORK ENVIRONMENT Mostly sedentary Hybrid Model with a minimum of two days per week in the office. ABOUT THE POSITION This position is assigned full responsibility for the interpretation and application of enforcement remedies/sanctions in response to deficiencies cited on licensed healthcare facility and behavioral health entity surveys and investigations; monitors facilities and agencies status throughout their period of noncompliance with federal Medicare and Medicaid participation requirements; and conducts quality assurance and quality improvement activities related to licensed healthcare facility and behavioral health entity surveys and investigations. The position provides a unique level of expertise in the identification, selection, and application of enforcement actions in both licensed healthcare facilities and behavioral health entities. As the division expert and department senior authority, conducts education for other members of the division and Department and serves as the primary contact and resource person for providers and external stakeholders when providing information on enforcement remedies and applicable Federal and State regulations. The Department relies on this position to interface and liaison with State level departments (e.g. Public Health and Environment - CDPHE and the Behavioral Health Administration - BHA) and the regional office of the Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on enforcement related issues to include remedy application and licensed healthcare facility compliance status as related to Life Safety Code enforcement. Will make recommendations to CDPHE, as the primary state CMS enforcement agency, for necessary enforcement remedies to be imposed against Certified Healthcare Facilities. The position represents the Division and the Department in a variety of internal and external meetings, conferences, forums, and disputes in the area of enforcement of licensed healthcare facility and behavioral health entity Federal and State regulations related to fire and life safety code enforcement. This position provides final quality assurance reviews of deficiency lists (DL) submitted by all inspectors for current healthcare and behavioral health facilities, both licensed and certified, regulated by the Division. These reviews require an in-depth assessment of the scope and severity determined by the inspector (when applicable) to ensure the appropriate level is assigned to each deficiency, ensuring the content of the deficiency appropriately matches the specific tag and regulation selected, establishing that principles of documentation were utilized when writing the deficiency, and evaluating deficiencies to confirm their legally defensible value. These reviews require a higher level of expertise and understanding of each of the unique federal and state regulations for all facilities inspected by the branch and a strong comprehension of the principles of documentation. This position also serves to provide support and assistance in the creation and follow-up of Certificate of Compliance (COC) invoices to ensure they are accurate and that the related fees are collected in a timely and appropriate fashion. Further, this position is tasked with ensuring all information contained on a COC is accurate and up-to-date and then ensures the correct State level department has a copy of the COC for their records. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Deficiency List Quality Assurance Review This position provides final quality assurance reviews of deficiency lists (DL) submitted by all inspectors for current healthcare and behavioral health facilities, both licensed and certified, regulated by the Division. These reviews require an in-depth assessment of the scope and severity determined by the inspector (when applicable) to ensure the appropriate level is assigned to each deficiency, ensuring the content of the deficiency appropriately matches the specific tag and regulation selected, establishing that principles of documentation were utilized when writing the deficiency, and evaluating deficiencies to confirm their legally defensible value. Administration of Healthcare Facility and Behavioral Health Entity Enforcement Within the regulatory guidelines issued by CMS, BHA, and CDPHE, and the pertinent laws contained in the Colorado Revised Statutes, assesses facility compliance and applies necessary enforcement remedies to promote timely correction of deficient practice and sustained compliance by certified and/or licensed healthcare and behavioral health facilities in the State of Colorado. Responsibilities include analysis of the results of branch inspections, and investigations, (e.g. degree of noncompliance, supportability of the citation against the federal regulations) and facility history in the determination of appropriate remedies. The position is responsible for tracking the enforcement case while the facility is out of compliance, this includes monitoring the status of mandatory revisits and any additional inspections effecting the facility’s compliance status; and closing enforcement cases once compliance is achieved. Participates in the division's determination of a facility’s fitness for recertification of a COC by assessing the facility’s compliance status and history; based on this assessment makes recommendations on COC action. Certificate of Compliance COC Invoice Creation, Tracking, and Collection This position also serves to provide support and assistance in the creation and follow-up of Certificate of Compliance (COC) invoices to ensure they are accurate and that the related fees are collected in a timely and appropriate fashion. The position tracks status of COC invoices, identifies and corrects any issues and delays, and coordinates with CDPS Accounting and Budget staff, as needed. Reviews and analyzes all COC invoices for accuracy and completeness, determines appropriate funding codes for revenues collected, and follows up on the collection of unpaid invoices. Data Analysis and Ad Hoc Reporting Analyzes data using multiple systems (e.g. Aspen Central Office, Aspen Reports, Salesforce) to assist in determining compliance status and prepares system defined reports for use internal and external to the division. Generates both ad hoc as well as branch and section specific reports for use in alerting team members of due and/or overdue ongoing or revisit inspections. Advises program managers of the effect on-going inspections have had or will have on agency or facility compliance status. Maintains facility enforcement data for longitudinal analysis and use by division and section personnel. Primary Enforcement Resource, Education and Training As the functional proponent, educates and trains division staff on Aspen system capabilities and requirements. On behalf of the Division, provides information, education, and training on enforcement related issues to consumers, advocates, division staff, other state and federal agencies (e.g. BHA, CDPHE, Colorado Board of Nursing, CMS, and the federal Department of Veterans Affairs Administration). Serves as a resource by advising others on how the enforcement process is used and any impact on other organizations. Has direct contact with facility staff, consultants, and corporate representatives to explain the effect of the federal or state enforcement system on the agency or facility. Information, education, and training is presented both in formal and informal oral presentations, as well as in written media and reports. POC and Revisit Back-up and Support This position serves as a back-up and support role for the inspectors related to the review of Plans of Correction (POC) and Revisits to ensure appropriate coverage and compliance with inspection deadlines. Other Duties as Assigned Position performs other duties as assigned or requested by the FLSS Section Chief FPB Chief, FPB Unit Chiefs, or their designees. This position often performs unusual tasks when the unique nature of the program requires it. This position acts as back-up support when appropriate for others DFPC and FLSS positions performing similar tasks (e.g., Administrative Assistant on family leave— processes out of state travel requests and books related flights, processes DPS-10 forms, etc.). 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 analysis (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) Experience Only: Seven (7) years of relevant experience in the interpretation and application of enforcement remedies/sanctions in response to deficiencies cited on licensed healthcare facility and behavioral health entity surveys and investigations; monitoring facilities and agencies status throughout their period of noncompliance with federal Medicare and Medicaid participation requirements; and conducting quality assurance and quality improvement activities related to licensed healthcare facility and behavioral health entity surveys and investigations. OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in the interpretation and application of enforcement remedies/sanctions in response to deficiencies cited on licensed healthcare facility and behavioral health entity surveys and investigations; monitoring facilities and agencies status throughout their period of noncompliance with federal Medicare and Medicaid participation requirements; and conducting quality assurance and quality improvement activities related to licensed healthcare facility and behavioral health entity surveys and investigations. equal to seven (7) years. * Note: Application work history and supplemental questions must clearly articulate relevant professional experience as applicable to the position.* Preferred Qualifications: + Previous experience in general fire service and/or fire and life safety programs. + Previous experience in deficiency list quality assurance reviews + Previous experience with administration of healthcare facility and behavioral health entity enforcement + Previous experience with Certificate of Compliance COC invoice creation, tracking, and collection CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT + Requires successful completion of an extensive background investigation including reference checks, a polygraph examination, fingerprint based criminal background check, and drug test. + Must be able to work a hybrid schedule. + A valid driver's license required. This position may be required to travel using a state vehicle across the state. 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 tocdps_hr@state.co.us 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 " info@governmentjobs.com " 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 (roberta.mooney@state.co.us) . PLEASE READ CAREFULLY - RECRUITMENT TIMELINE INFORMATION + Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional informationmay 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 thisvideo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUwZiY6G24U&feature=emb\_logo) . 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 willNotbe 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 include the following documents: 1) A complete CDPS Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the link in this announcement) 2) A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (must submit online as part of your application) 3) 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. 4) Resume preferred no cover letter required. The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 Briefly describe why you are interested in joining the Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC). 02 Why you are interested in this position and how this position fits in with your career goals? 03 Describe your experience in working with licensed healthcare & behavioral health facilities and their Medicare and Medicaid participation requirements? 04 While the full salary range ($70,140.00 - $112,236.00 annually) for this position is listed, employees are normally hired towards the lower end of the range. Please indicate your understanding and acceptance of the hiring range. + Yes + No 05 Are you aware that this position requires successful completion of background investigation, fingerprinting, successfully passing a polygraph, and drug screen as a condition of hire? + Yes + No 06 I understand that employees of the Colorado Department of Public Safety contribute to the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) retirement benefit plan and do not contribute to Social Security. + Yes + No 07 If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please list your Employee Identification Number (EID), dates of employment, and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If you are not a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please state "N/A". 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