Director of Finance & Administration

Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) Chief Financial Officer – Office of Finance and Administration

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as Chief Financial Officer, overseeing the Office of Finance and Administration. This key leadership role provides supervision and broad oversight of budget and business operations, finance, purchasing, contracts, correctional industries, facility management, grants, payroll, and other administrative functions as assigned.

The CFO works closely with the Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director to maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including DOC staff, government officials, legislators, law enforcement, and community partners. The role represents the Department in various capacities and manages critical functions like leases, security, intergovernmental agreements, and headquarters maintenance.

Primary Duties:

• Build consensus and advance agency goals by engaging diverse stakeholders, including state and local officials, legislators, and the public.

• Collaborate with budgetary and audit committees, state offices, and legislative bodies on financial and operational matters.

• Testify before legislative committees and represent the Department as directed.

• Manage teams responsible for finance, purchasing, contracts, correctional industries, and facility services, ensuring compliance with laws and policies.

• Lead innovation and problem-solving efforts to improve operational efficiency and customer service.

• Work with executive leadership across operations, parole, clinical services, human resources, and more to address complex issues.

• Develop and monitor performance measures aligned with the Department’s strategic plan.

• Respond to major crises or emergencies within the Department's scope.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business Management, Criminal Justice, or related field (transcripts required).

• Six years of progressive professional experience in budgeting, finance, or procurement within large, multi-level public safety or corrections organizations.

• At least two years supervising subordinate staff and two years in public or business administration including strategic planning and budget control.

• Substitutions allowed for education with related experience or advanced degrees (details provided).

Required Competencies:

• Strong self-control and ability to work in high-stress environments.

• Experience managing contracts, budgets, and diverse staff.

• Policy analysis and implementation skills.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and consensus-building abilities.

• Ability to develop and use performance and outcome measures.

• Commitment to responsive, effective customer service.

• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Senior management experience in corrections or criminal justice.

• Experience with inter-agency collaboration and legislative processes.

• Proven ability to negotiate and testify on budget and policy matters.

Important Information:

• Applicants will undergo a comparative analysis including assessments and reviews.

• Use of AI tools in the application process is prohibited.

• Complete and detailed work experience in the application is mandatory.

• Salary adjustments are not guaranteed with role changes.

• Relevant transcripts and documentation must be uploaded.

• Background investigations require at least ten years of recent work history.

• Technical support is available for application system issues.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must pass medical screening and consent to liability waiver.

• Must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.

• No felony convictions or disqualifying offenses related to sexual abuse or harassment.

• Legal eligibility to work in the U.S. (e-Verify required).

• Successful completion of CDOC Basic Training including physical and defensive tactics requirements.

• Ability to work in stressful and physically demanding environments.

• Willingness to travel and work varied shifts.

• TB screening required.

• Drug-free workplace with mandatory testing.

Successful candidates will demonstrate leadership, integrity, and a commitment to public safety and efficient government operations.