CSP Policy Advisor

State of Colorado; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Hybrid/work flexibility

Job summary

The Colorado State Patrol’s Policy and Research unit seeks a Policy Advisor III to research, author CALEA-compliant policies, and develop agency forms and reports to support accreditation and operations.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, ensure directives meet legal and organizational standards, and contribute to CALEA accreditation efforts while supporting staff services goals.

Qualifications

• Proficient in researching and drafting directives and policies.
• Ability to ensure CALEA compliance and alignment with current best practices.
• Experience partnering with internal stakeholders to present unified directives.

Responsibilities

• Researches and authors written directives on topics affecting the organization.
• Writes clear directives and guidelines for activities within the agency.
• Develops and modifies policies to adhere to accreditation standards and best practices.

Skills

Policy research

Written directives

CALEA compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

Accreditation standards

Job description

THIS POSTING IS ONLY OPEN TO RESIDENTS OF THE STATE OF COLORADO AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION.

A eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities.

Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado.

Our Core Values – Unity, Honor, Service

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.

At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans!

Careers with a purpose:

If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join!

We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery.

You’ll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community!

When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be.

Classification and Salary:

POLICY ADVISOR III
Anticipated Hiring Range: $59,460 - $70,080 annually
Full Salary Range: $59,460 - $95,124 annually

Unmatched Benefits:

We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits.

• Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
• State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP.
• Job protected medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
• Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado.
• Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
• We offer unmatched retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA for details.
• CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days.
• The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.
• Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
• Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits.

About the Work Unit

The Colorado State Patrol’s (CSP) Policy and Research (PAR) unit provides administrative policy and research services to the agency’s members and CSP Command Staff. The unit also maintains agency wide forms, reports, manuals, operational bulletins and other administrative assignments in order to meet the needs of the Staff Services Branch and the organization, as well as satisfying CALEA accreditation requirements through policy development, Executive Accreditation Report (ExAR) requirements and organizational goals that are consistent with best practices within modern policing. All documents delivered by the PAR unit must be prepared and provided in a timely, accurate, thorough, professional, and well‑written manner. Members of the work unit are occasionally required to travel short distances to attend stakeholder meetings.

Work Environment

• Typical work hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
• Primary work will be out of an office. Majority in‑person position. Flexible work arrangements available.

About the Job

The purpose of this position is contribute to and satisfy the requirements of the Policy & Research work unit, researching, authoring CALEA compliant policies, research best practices, creating and modifying agency forms and reports as necessary, creating operational bulletins and temporary orders, and contributing to other administrative assignments required to meet the needs of the Staff Services Branch.

Key Responsibilities

Policy Management – Research, Development and Authoring

Researches and authors written directives on a variety of topics that affect the organization such as legislation, industry best practices, improvement opportunities, etc. Ensures written directives and processes are CALEA compliant, are aligned with current law enforcement best practices and meet current legislative mandates and state and federal regulations. Partners with internal stakeholders to present a unified message regarding tactical and strategic directives and initiatives. Works independently and part of a collaborative team, often managing multiple assignments and deliverables all with high priorities within the agency. Must manage time effectively. Reviews current written directives ensuring existing written directives do not conflict.

• Writes clear and concise written directives, guidelines and rules for performing activities within the agency.
• Develops and modifies existing policies and guidelines to adhere to accreditation standards, current best practices and law enforcement standards.
• Presents information, as required, orally and/or in professional written work products such as but not limited to white