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Boulder County Community Services Department (CSD) is seeking to hire a Salary

$117,912.00 - $169,788.00 Annually

Location

Boulder, CO

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

6464(XJ6)

Department

Community Services

Division

CSD Administration

Opening Date

08/04/2025

Closing Date

8/17/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Exempt

Description Benefits Questions

Description

Boulder County Community Services Department (CSD) is seeking to hire a Deputy Director of Operations . This position serves as a key member of the department’s management team, overseeing Administration and Finance (A&F). This position reports directly to the Department Head and oversees a team of approximately 17 staff (4 direct reports). The Director of Administration and Finance is a strategic leadership position that contributes to the success of the department that has the following mission: The Boulder County Community Services Department provides services in partnership with the community that enhance quality of life, support and protect Boulder County’s diverse community of adults, children, families, and elders, and promotes economic independence and self-sufficiency. The Deputy Director must be a forward-thinking, enthusiastic, highly emotionally intelligent, and skilled leader with a solid understanding of the importance of equity and the department’s mission to meet evolving community needs.

CSD employs over 250 employees who work to support residents in Boulder County with a population of around 335,000. We work collaboratively with other County departments, as well as many community partners in the areas across the life span including young children, youth, adults seeking economic stability, older adults, those seeking mental health treatments and support, and those involved in the criminal justice system. We value and prioritize organizational justice, racial equity, and removing barriers that prevent residents from attaining and maintaining overall well-being, which encompasses physical, mental, and social health, as well as an ability to participate in and enjoy life's activities.

This position serves as a key member of the department’s management team. Position responsibilities include overseeing 4 managers in the areas of budget, audit, finance, and accounting; contracts, procurement, and grants management; personnel including hiring, onboarding/offboarding, payroll, and volunteer management; facilities management; and business operations, process improvements, and special projects. The position is responsible for managing the creation of streamlined processes and procedures for staff to navigate complex business processes using an inclusive and collaborative approach to support responsive and adaptive community programming.

This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm .This position will work out of 3482 Broadway St., Boulder, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is exempt .

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range : $117,912.00 - $143,850.00 Annually

Tentative Hiring Timeline

Phone Screening: August 25th First Round Interviews: September 1st Second Round Interviews: September 8th Reference Check: September 9th

New employees receive an 80-hour bank (Download PDF reader) of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month (Must not have been employed at Boulder County during the 12 months prior to re-hire date to qualify). Boulder County offers bountiful benefits , including pension contributions.

Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov for more information.

Examples of Duties

In Partnership With Managers And Department Head

Represents the department and provides leadership role in partnership with the Department Head. Maintain current systems that respond to county initiatives and support employee implementation. Design, implement, and periodically assess administrative and operational abilities to respond to the multiple and diverse needs of six divisions. Respond to new county systems, initiatives, policies and procedures to ensure the department’s responsiveness and compliance while representing and providing solutions to potential unique needs/issues that result Create long-term financial strategies to support the organization's mission and goals Work closely with management to prepare annual budgets, provide monthly reports, and represent the agency on administrative and financial matters to the County Administrator and Board of County Commissioners Design, implement, and periodically assess internal controls to mitigate financial risks Oversee all audit processes for CSD, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements Ensure fiscal policies and procedures that ensure financial transparency and accountability Develop and maintain strong positive relationships with governing, funding, and regulatory agencies, including Boulder County departments and offices, the State of Colorado, and community partners. Key County partners include Human Services, Boulder County Public Health, Human Resources, the Office of Financial Management, and the County Attorney’s Office Supervise asset management and review proforma financial analysis to inform decision-making Models and promotes organizational values such as equity, collaborative leadership and management, excellent service, teamwork, and respect for diversity Sets a tone of leadership that creates an inclusive and team-oriented approach to bring forward data informed decision making and solutions-focused approaches Develops and maintains processes, procedures, and onboarding and training plans to ensure that all program coordinators and managers contribute to strong fiscal oversight for all CSD funding sources Leads agency administrative and finance team during emergencies and ensures fiduciary responsibilities as part of response and recovery efforts Performs related work, as required May be reassigned during emergency situations

Required Qualifications

PLEASE NOTE : When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed . Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process . Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

Education & Experience

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of a high school diploma and 7 years of administration experience , including at least 3 years in a supervisor capacity . Additional related education may count towards required experience.

Driver's License & Reliable Vehicle

Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record For more information regarding a clean driving record, please click here.

Supplemental Information

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field 7 years of progressive experience in a combination of business information technology, administrative management, budget oversight, human resources, and fiscal responsibilities, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role MBA or CPA 10 or more years of experience in finance management 7 or more years of experience in relevant local government experience Experience implementing and maintaining internal controls and LEAN and CQI (continuous quality improvement) initiatives Familiarity with financial data systems, such as Oracle, and demonstrated skill in optimizing the use of technology to provide services and improve processes Demonstrated commitment to social justice, service to the community, and groups or communities at a higher risk of experiencing poor physical, psychological, or social health outcomes due to various factors. Experience advancing equity through organizational structures.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of principles and practices of business and public administration Skilled in the management, administration, and supervision of financial, budgeting, contract management, and procurement practices Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data to inform decision-making Experience developing and implementing change management plans Demonstrated experience cultivating a positive organizational culture Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders Proven leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team Skilled in leading programs and people, including the ability to motivate, encourage, support, and coach staff to optimum performance Ability to work collaboratively with other agencies, peers and the public Independent judgment and ability to work effectively under pressure Demonstrated skill in conflict resolution, mediation, negotiation, and problem solving, demonstrating flexibility and creativity to achieve the agency’s strategic goals. Ability to coach, engage difficult conversations, set staff expectations, and develop positive accountability systems to enhance group collaboration Excellent written and verbal communication skills in group and individual settings, including the ability to explain complex financial issues to those without a financial background Extensive knowledge of and experience with leadership and management principles and theories, including change management and business process improvement Excellent organizational skills that demonstrate realistic priority setting and timely delivery of work

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Benefits

As well as offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers employees an array of benefits. For all FTE and Term employees, we provide:

Outstanding options of comprehensive health plans that include vision and dental coverage. Information can be found HERE.Additional Benefits can be found HERE. (Download PDF reader) Including: Family-forming benefits- infertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy reimbursements 12 weeks Paid Caregiver leave Breast feeding friendly-work environment Sick child care, an infants-at-work policy Access to LifeMart discount hub, including discounts on childcare centers, event tickets, travel and more! Access to a nationally-recognized wellness program Employee Assistance Program PERA 401k Social Security retirement plans Additional Life and Disability Insurance Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance County-paid tuition assistance Eligible for PSLF- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Free EcoPass Hospital Indemnity ID Theft Protection Pet Insurance 8 Hours of Paid Public Service Leave

Generous paid time off Holidays New Year's Day January 1 Martin Luther King's Birthday January Presidents' Day February Memorial Day May Juneteenth June 19 Independence Day July 4 Labor Day September Indigenous People's Day General Election Day November (first Tuesday after the first Monday, even years) Veterans' Day November 11 Thanksgiving Day November Friday after Thanksgiving* Christmas Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week) Christmas Day December 25 New Year’s Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)

Vacation** 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire Eight hours of vacation per month for the first year of continuous service, then accrue twelve hours of vacation per month after the first year of continuous service.

Medical** Eight hours of medical leave for each month employed.

PERA- The County and all employees pay into both Social Security and PERA Employer contribution to Social Security: 7.65% of salary Employer contribution to PERA (Local Government Division- most county employees: 14.76% The District Attorney’s Office observe Francis Xavier Cabrini Day on the first Monday in October and omit the Friday after Thanksgiving Vacation and Medical leave are based off of full time FTE accruals. Part-time FTE/term employees accrue leave based on the percentage of time they work.

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Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications of a high school diploma and 7 years of administration experience.

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Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications of 3 years in a supervisor capacity.

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Please share your lived and/or professional experience with managing/overseeing diverse budgets with local, state and federal funding.

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Please share your lived and/or professional experience serving as a "second in command" position.

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Please share your experience with managing ongoing budget changes, cuts and how change management impacted your staff engagement.

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What is your leadership style and what is most important to you about your leadership role?

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One of our guiding values is around Inclusion. We value, respect, and support all individuals by being an inclusive, culturally responsive county government. What do you perceive as a challenge when working with a diverse workforce?

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Explain what you believe to be an effective strategy to introduce the concepts of diversity and inclusion to individuals who have only experienced a limited number of cultures, perspectives, and limited training on this subject.

Required Question

Employer Boulder County

Address 2025 14th Street

Boulder, Colorado, 80302

Phone 303-441-3525

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