Salary: $5,203.00 - $8,324.00 Monthly
Location : Canon City, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: BO 3432 DM III 11.2026
Department: Department of Corrections
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Closing Date: 9/18/2026 4:00 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: Canon City, CO
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Department InformationThis posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.
In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
- Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
- Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined;
- Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;
- Medical and dental health plans;
- Short and long term disability coverage;
- Paid life insurance;
- 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
- Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;
- Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits. for more information;
- This position is compensated on a bi-weekly pay cycle.
Description of JobThe Payroll Unit is responsible for the accurate and timely collection and reporting of hours worked and leave taken by DOC employees in accordance with the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act, Family Medical Leave Act, State Personnel Rules, and DOC Administrative Regulations. The Work Unit oversees timekeeping practices for approximately 6,200 employees statewide and advises employees, supervisors, managers, etc., using the UKG products and programs. This Work Unit advises and trains DOC employees on rules and procedures regarding timekeeping and leave usage within the UKG systems and troubleshoots issues. This Work Unit supports the Department of Corrections to facilitate achieving its goals and objectives and upholds the spirit and letter of Colorado law, Equal Employment Opportunity laws, and philosophy of the DOC administration.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to:- Develop, establish, modify and implement procedures to ensure system settings and maintenance policies, applications, and reporting requirements align with FLSA, FMLA, State Personnel Rules, and DOC Administrative Regulations;
- Work closely with DOC facility staff to ensure that data entered in the UKG programs align with the requirements of FLSA, FMLA, State Personnel Rules, and DOC Administrative Regulations;
- Assess timekeeping entry, using judgment for any problems detected;
- Anticipate and analyze the impact of errors found, working with DOC facility staff for solutions
- Serve as a resource to DOC staff and supervisors and provide training as needed in all areas of UKG programs, FLSA, FMLA, State Personnel Rules, and DOC Regulations in regards to Payroll, timekeeping, and leave;
- Serve as a subject matter expert in all Payroll related programs, policies, and procedures;
- Oversee all correspondence to employees in regard to system access/application needs;
- Has final accountability for submission of the work product, including timeliness, correctness, and soundness;
- Research and seek out data collection methods available;
- Review all changes in policies and rules to assess necessary program and process changes along with planning implementation of changes with the Payroll Manager;
- Ensure strategic and coordinated data systems management, accuracy and integrity of data, and reporting of data to internal and external stakeholders by conducting reports on an ongoing basis which includes modifying existing reports or creating new reports;
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsResidency Requirement:This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description:H1D3XX
Minimum Qualifications:Experience Only:Six (6) years of relevant experience in Payroll, Data Management, Finance Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field. (Any work experience less than full-time will be pro-rated.) Experience must be described in detail within the work experience section of your application to receive credit.
OrEducation and Experience:A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in Payroll, Data Management, Finance Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field equal to six (6) years.
(You must submit a copy of your unofficial college transcript with your name, college name, degree and date conferred to receive credit for the education)Required Competencies:- Excellent organizational skills;
- Ability to effectively and efficiently solve problems and determine the best solution;
- Proficient in time management and scheduling;
- Self-directed and motivated work ethic;
- Attention to detail;
- Exceptional communication skills - oral and written, in order to collaborate with directors and wardens for specific data collection;
- Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations;
- Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift;
- Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction;
- Ability to research and gather data;
- Ability to read and comprehend the English language;
- Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
- Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Preferred Qualifications: (Candidates may receive higher rating for possessing any preferred qualification criteria.)
- Payroll experience in Colorado State Government.
- Experience with timekeeping and scheduling in UKG Dimensions and/or UKG Telestaff programs.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS PROCESS.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONThe Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ's will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, Online Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.
Be sure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the
Description of the Job,
Minimum Qualifications,
Required Competencies and
Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.
Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Those rehired or reinstated after six months' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions.
Please note that while this change in role may constitute a change in title and/or responsibility, salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual's current compensation level. Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly.
If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application.
If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of application, transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.
Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution.
In order to process a background investigation, your application must include at least (10) ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than (10) years. Failure to provide this information could result in delays and/or elimination from the background investigation process.Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.
**You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records**
Conditions of Employment: All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening by a healthcare professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC and its agents and staff from any liability arising in whole or in part from the testing and the use of this information in connection with CDOC's consideration of application for employment.
- Must be 21 years of age
- Possess a valid driver's license. Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver's license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards. Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle.
- Possess a high school diploma or GED
- Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination are required to:
- Disclose the details of the prior termination or resignation on the application.
- Explain why the circumstances of the prior separation should not disqualify them from the current position.
- Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDOC.
- Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
- Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; DOC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.
- Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics.
- Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics
- Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist
- Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down
- Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows
- Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows
- Swing a baton in a striking technique
- Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic;
- Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions
- Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment
- Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security
- Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
- Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
- Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
- Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner
- Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders
- Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments
- Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
- Willing and able to travel
- Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule
- TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant's background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges.
The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.
Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.
Appeal Rights:As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: . Phone: . Email address: The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at .
Supplemental InformationAfter submitting an application, you should receive an email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application.
Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept. of Corrections employee or from this email address: It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Jennifer LaDuke at
SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.
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. 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. 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.
The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. 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 Employee Relations Specialist, Kristen Lange, at or call .
ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE.
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information:
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- Payroll experience in Colorado State Government
- Experience with timekeeping and scheduling in UKG Dimensions and/or UKG Telestaff programs.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
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