Priority Populations Program Administrator at Denver in Denver, CO

Priority Populations Program Administrator Location: Downtown Denver About Our Job NOTE: This posting will be used to fill two vacancies. One position is a time-limited Program Administrator supporting Unhoused and Sheltered individuals (NextStep/AIMH) with an expected end date of 6/30/2028, while the other is an unlimited Program Administrator supporting New Americans (NAIN). With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those whobenefitfrom your passion, skills, andexpertise. Join our diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. What We Offer The City and County of Denveroffersa competitive salarycommensuratewith education and experience.New hires are typically brought into the organization between$60,064 - $79,584/year.We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to: A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service 457B Retirement Plan 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 wellness dayand 1 volunteer day per year Competitive medical, dental and visionplanseffective within 1 month of start date Location The City and County of Denverutilizesa hybrid model workplace that balances the responsibilities of public service with the benefits of a flexible work environment. Employees work where needed, at a city site and/or in the community several days a week.  In this position you can expect to work on site at least three days a week at theWellington WebbWorkforce Center(201 W Colfax Ave.)and/ortheDenver Workforce Center at Montbello(4685 Peoria St., Suite 251, 80239).Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days. WhatYou’llDo Denver Economic Development and Opportunity (DEDO)servesto support Denver’s businesses, employers, and workforce, creating shared prosperity and sustained economic growth. DEDO has sharpened its focus and enhanced alignment across divisions, ensuring its work is centered on the premise that quality jobs are the most powerful tool to create better outcomes for Denverites. DEDO accomplishes this by making Denver a place that iseasy to do business with, fostering job creation, and building an economy that works for everyone. DEDO helps residents gain the skills, training, and credentials needed to secure quality jobs while also supporting, growing, and recruiting local employers. Denver Workforce Services (DWS) provides full-service employment and training to meet the needs of businesses, job seekers, and youth throughout the metro area. We connect employers with a ready workforce whileassistingresidents in gaining the skills needed for sustainable employment. This role is central to our"No Wrong Door"service model, ensuring that Denver’s most vulnerable populations have a clear path to economic stability. DEDO isseeking twoPriority Populations Program Administrators to support critical, ontheground workconnecting employers, priority population job seekers, and workforce teams.In this role, each Administrator will spend three days per week embedded within our workforce centers, building strong relationships with community partners and driving meaningful employment outcomes for individuals facing barriers to work. Each Administrator will be assigned a primary focus areaofeither New Americans (NAIN) or Unhoused and Sheltered individuals (NextStep/AIMH)while still providing robust support across all priority groups. These include SNAP recipients (PACE initiative), Workforce 50+, and Justice Involvedindividuals. ThePriority Populations Program Administratorduties will include: Program Coordination:Act as the primary liaison between the Priority Populations team, employers, and workforce staff. Coordinate the implementation of specialized programs (e.g.,WorkReady, NAIN, orNextStep) to ensure they meet organizational and grantobjectives Operational & Initiative Support:Provide administrative support to the Priority Populations Manager Data Management & Analysis:Oversee the collection and analysis of participant data tomonitorprogress and evaluate outcomes. Generate comprehensive reports andutilizedata insights tooptimizeprogram operations Participant & Partner Advocacy:Serve as a frontline contact for program participants, providing guidance to help them navigate available services. Work closely with funded partners to connect participants with vocational training, educational resources, and supportive services like transportation or childcare SOP Development:Assistin developing and enforcing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent program administration and a high-quality "VIP" service delivery across all Denver hubs Event Planning:Plan and schedule workshops, hiring events, and community activities that support the career development of priority populations WhatYou’llBring We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels.You'llbe right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level. Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics: Bilingual Skills:Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred, particularly for candidates focused on the New Americans (NAIN) portfolio Community Engagement:Ability to work after-hours and off-site for community outreach events as needed Focus-Specific Knowledge:Ability to relate to andassistdiverse populations, with a specific interest or background in eitherImmigrant/Refugee servicesorUnhoused/Sheltered support Organizational Skills:Strong data management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Communication:Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and build external relationships Team Alignment:Committed to"360 leadership"valuing professional excellence, collaborative coaching, and consistent team communication Required Minimum Qualifications Education:Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Management, Sociology, Psychology, Political Science, or a related field Experience:Three (3) years of professional or technical level experience planning the administrative aspects of a program(s) or training program participants and/or volunteers. (Some positions may require experience in a specific program area) Education & Experience Equivalency:One (1) year of theappropriate typeand level of experience may be substituted for each required year ofpost highschooleducation. Additionalappropriate educationmay be substituted for the minimum experience requirements Application Deadline This position is expected to stay open untilThursday, May14th, 2026. Pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible and no later than May14that 11:59 PM to ensure consideration. About Everything Else Job Profile CA0938 Program Administrator To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here. Position Type Limited (Fixed Term) Position Salary Range $60,064.00 - $99,105.00 Target Pay $60,064 - $79,584/annually, based on experience and education. Agency Denver Economic Development & Opportunity Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor. The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days’ notice. 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