Colorado Corrections: Strategic Executive Director

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA benefits

Health insurance (Medical, Dental, and

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

FSAs

Paid holidays and leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

State of Colorado is seeking an Executive Director for the Department of Corrections. The role leads administration, programs, and strategic planning to fulfill the department's mission and ensure safety, accountability, and opportunities for behavioral change among offenders.

The position requires extensive executive management experience, budgeting expertise, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders and lawmakers. A strong commitment to Colorado’s public service standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a related field.
• 5+ years leading jails, prisons or a corrections system at local/state/federal level.
• 5+ years driving process improvements for 25+ employees.
• 5+ years communicating and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
• 5+ years overseeing day-to-day delivery of programs and services.
• 5+ years of executive management experience including budgeting and goal setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide long-range vision and strategy to achieve the department's mission.
• Lead program, organizational and financial planning with division leaders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the spectrum to build trust in the agency.
• Build and coach a strong leadership team.
• Plan for offender population management including personnel, facilities and reentry programs.
• Direct and oversee the department's budget and resource utilization.
• Ensure compliance with laws and maintain a stable organizational climate.
• Appoint inspector general and investigators under executive oversight.
• Brief the Governor’s Office on policy issues arising from state and federal activities.
• Support external legislative agenda impacting department operations.

Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor degree or higher in related field

5+ years leadership in corrections system

5+ years process improvement experience

5+ years stakeholder collaboration experience

5+ years managing operations and budgets

Executive management experience with goals and budgets

Job description

State of Colorado is seeking an Executive Director for the Department of Corrections. The role leads administration, programs, and strategic planning to fulfill the department's mission and ensure safety, accountability, and opportunities for behavioral change among offenders.

The position requires extensive executive management experience, budgeting expertise, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders and lawmakers. A strong commitment to Colorado’s public service standards is essential.