CPW ADMINISTRATOR IV / Body Worn Camera Program - Denver, CO

Department Information -------------------------- This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit of people today – and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children. We invite you to explore our website at https://dnr.colorado.gov/about\-us to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado’s natural resources for today – and tomorrow. 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. In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Medical and Dental plans Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre\-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plans Paid life insurance Short\- and long\-term disability coverage Employee Wellness programs Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Accounts 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave Flexible work schedule options and remote\-work options Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE Our Mission is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system, and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado's natural resources. The Law Enforcement Records Unit resides within the Field Services Branch of Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Field Services provides much of the specialized support for the agency, including investigations, training, boating investigations, records, registrations, and backcountry search and rescue. Law Enforcement Records Unit consists of 4 FTE as of July 2024\. The unit houses physical and digital law enforcement records for CPW’s 400 POST commissioned officers. The unit takes in citation payments, monitors criminal cases, notifies officers of docketing requirements, collaborates with other state, county, and judicial agencies, coordinates with the CPW License Hearing Office, and helps manage Colorado Open Records Act requests for criminal records. Integral to the unit is the Records Management System (RAMS). RAMS is the electronic records system that every CPW officer interacts with regularly. All citations issued by CPW personnel are issued from and integrated into RAMS. Incident reports, evidence inventories, and related law enforcement records are housed in the system. RAMS is supported through a third\-party vendor located out of state. The Law Enforcement Records Unit will maintain CPW’s Body Worn Camera (BWC) program, to integrate BWCs into reporting, evidence uploads, discovery for Colorado courts, and records requests through CORA guidelines. The Unit provides customer service for the officers within the agency and collaborating judicial districts and agencies. Records staff work with officers daily to help maintain records, file cases with judicial districts across the state, and assist with workflow for ongoing investigations. Description of Job ---------------------- This position will be the subject\-matter expert for Body Worn Cameras and will require a level of expertise to understand and maintain the program at every level. The employee will be the point of contact for officers for technical issues, troubleshooting, hardware and software needs, and integration of BWC videos into RAMS. This position will be the point of contact for BWC vendors, contracting, grant funding, and procurement for the program. Additionally, this position will liaise with judicial districts to distribute BWC footage for criminal caseloads and with CPW’s CORA managers for open records requests. Specific job duties include but are not limited to: ADMINISTRATION Responsible for the management and administration of BWC contracting and procurement of 450 body\-worn cameras for Colorado Parks and Wildlife, ensuring the smooth addition of BWCs into standard equipment and procedures. Manages the contracts and procurement of the BWC program and will research and work to acquire possible grant funding to support the agency’s BWC program. Responsible for the inventory and tracking of cameras and associated hardware across the state, including coordination with OIT for the ongoing maintenance of network portals for uploading footage and software updates. Works within the parameters of the larger Law Enforcement Records Unit to integrate the BWC programs into records and the electronic Records Management Program (RAMS). Manages CPW’s agreements to share BWC data with judicial districts and other related agencies. Works in close coordination with the CPW Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) managers to redact and distribute BWC footage for CORA requests and other required releases. Ensures employees understand and operate redaction software to legally and appropriately redact sensitive images and information from videos provided through these requests. In addition to the management responsibilities specific to the BWC program, this position will also act as the primary liaison for all Axon products and platforms. This includes, but is not limited to, the logistics management of the agency’s TASER program, one\-off purchases of other Axon or Axon partner products, and/or continuing contractual relationships with Axon for current or future needs or purchases by the agency. TRAINING Serves as the primary lead for training CPW officers and administrators on BWC operation, case management, and BWC policy. Responsible for explaining the limits and features of the BWC program, and the benefits for the agency and officers to stay in compliance with Colorado law and CPW policy. Travel across the state to train officers on occasion may be required. Routinely provides updates and continuing education for officers to ensure the ongoing success of the BWC program. GENERAL RECORDS ADMINISTRATION Works within the framework of the greater Law Enforcement Records Unit to ensure the smooth operation and management of BWC footage and electronic evidence with RAMS. Understands the nuance and intricacies of both evidence.com and RAMS and must provide support regularly for CPWs officers with case management, uploading evidence, and discovery assistance with statewide judicial districts. Provides backup support for other administrative duties within the LE Records Unit. FIELD SERVICES ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT Provides general administrative support on an as\-needed basis within the Field Services Branch. Functions within the Field Services Branch, including assistance with the Law Enforcement Unit, boating investigations, training, emergency management, or backcountry search and rescue which may include assistance with In\-Service Training planning and logistical needs, assistance with CPW’s law enforcement academy needs, contracting and procurement, trainee onboarding, and logistical requirements, and occasional assistance with background checks relative to seasonal hires and academy applications. Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment \& Appeal Rights ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Minimum Qualifications Seven (7\) years of relevant experience in Natural Resources, criminal justice, records administration, training, law enforcement database experience with entries, retrievals, and maintenance of data files, and redacting experience or an occupation related to the work assigned to this position. OR A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in Natural Resources, criminal justice, records administration, training, law enforcement database experience with entries, retrievals, and maintenance of data files, and redacting experience or an occupation related to the work assigned equal to seven (7\) years. Job Class:Administrator Preferred Qualifications Current or former State experience relevant to this position. Current or former Colorado Parks and Wildlife experience. Knowledge of Axon products and platforms. Experience supporting the interpretation of regulations, statutes, and policies. Excellent customer service skills, problem\-solving abilities, and critical thinking. Parks and wildlife\-related knowledge/experience. Demonstrates initiative and self\-motivation. Keen attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work well independently as well as in/with a team. Required Competencies Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills. Self – motivated, ability to work well independently as well as in/with a team. Displays initiative. Good working knowledge of computer\-based technology. Enjoys learning and implementing new technologies. Strong multitasking skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google suites. Excellent problem\-solving, and critical thinking skills. Strong technical aptitude. Ability to perform under pressure and on deadline. Ability to pass a full criminal background check and acquire CCIC/NCIC clearance. Conditions of Employment State of Colorado residency is required at the time of application. Ability to pass a full criminal background check and acquire CCIC/NCIC clearance. Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify their application from the current position. (Please Note: Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with DNR). Pursuant to the DNR\-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive, any worker who will be expected to drive a State\-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver's license prior to driving any State\-owned vehicle. To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who: + Have an assigned State fleet vehicle + Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position + Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle APPEAL RIGHTS: It is recommended that you contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below to resolve issues related to your possession of minimum qualifications. However, 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. Supplemental Information ---------------------------- The Assessment Process All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position will be a structured application review by Subject Matter Experts. Resumes, cover letters and other attachments are not considered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important to document in your application your education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) since question responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication. This recruitment may involve additional testing and/or exams to arrive at the top group for interviews. This recruitment may fill multiple vacancies at the same reporting level. 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. The State is resolute in non\-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives 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.. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator at dnr\_hr\_employeebenefits@state.co.us. ADAAA Accommodations Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request accommodation, please contact our Benefits Specialist at dnr\_hr\_employeebenefits@state.co.us at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date. E\-Verify DNR uses e\-Verify, an Internet\-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E\-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. 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