Access for All Program Director

About Our Job
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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 who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. 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
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The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $ 106,577.00 - $135,000.00/year, based on experience and education. 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 + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
* Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location & Schedule
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In this position you can expect to a hybrid schedule, with at least three in-office days, Monday- Friday, at the Wellington E. Webb Municipal Office Building at 201 W Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80202.

The City and County of Denver has announced furlough days, or unpaid days off, for most employees to meet a budget shortfall in 2025. There are two fixed furlough days for all limited (temporary positions with an end date) and unlimited (permanent) employees on August 29th, the Saturday before Labor Day, and November 28th, the day after Thanksgiving. If you receive an offer for this position, your annual pay will determine whether you are required to take additional furlough days. Details will be discussed during the offer process for selected candidate(s).

Human Rights and Community Partnerships ([HRCP](https://www.denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Human-Rights-Community-Partnerships)) works with communities to address local issues, promote equal opportunity, and protect the rights of all people regardless of race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability.

Additionally, the agency oversees the work of 10 Mayoral Advisory Commissions. The commissions serve as a bridge between their respective community and the Mayor and the City and County of Denver. They are responsible for helping to identify challenges, opportunities, and areas for greater partnership and collaboration.

We are seeking an Access for All Program Director
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This Director will lead strategic initiatives with the division to advance equity and accessibility for Denver’s community members with a specific focus on Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Disability Rights, and Anti-Discrimination programs. This Director will continue building proactive systems of inclusion while strengthening partnerships across government and community. As a key member of HRCP’s leadership team, this position will be a visionary leader that drives innovation and equity while championing universal access.

Key Responsibilities:
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Leadership and Strategy

* **Perform “core” operational level management** by directing functional and/or operational areas for the division that has a team of at least six. Directs the performance of the division by implementing the strategic plan and establishing key performance expectations.
* **Develop and implement a comprehensive vision** that integrates Deaf and Hard of Hearing access, anti-discrimination programming, and disability rights.
* **Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership**, policymakers, and community stakeholders on accessibility, and inclusion. Provide reports for HRCP executive leadership, City Council, and Mayor’s Office.
* **Oversee strategic planning, budgeting, and reporting** to ensure goals are met and progress is measurable. This includes working with contractors, vendors, developing and maintaining strong relationships with non-profits. Manage program budgets and resources efficiently and equitably.
* **Project and program management**- assure that goals and objectives are tracked/measured and publicly reported through HRCP’s established dashboard database.
* **Advance policies and initiatives** that promote full participation of Disabled people in civic life, employment, housing, education, and public services. Oversee investigation and resolution of complaints, ensuring processes are fair, trauma-informed, and accessible.
* **Direct programs and services** that guarantee communication access, including qualified interpreters, captioning, and assistive technologies.
* **Represent the office at public forums, convenings, and interagency initiatives**. Partner with interagency and with community organizations to strengthen culturally and linguistically appropriate services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. Advocate for systemic changes that eliminate barriers and expand language equity in public services. Elevate community leadership and feedback in shaping programs and policies.
* **Promote universal design, accessible technology, and inclusive practices** across city programs. Ensure that the voices of people with disabilities guide program development and decision-making. Build and sustain collaborative relationships with disability advocates, Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities, civil rights organizations, and service providers.
* **Organizational Management**- Supervise, coach, mentor, and challenge staff and consultants, fostering a culture of accountability, equity, and innovation. Develop goals, document performance, provide performance feedback and formally evaluate the work of the employees; provide reward and recognition for proper and efficient performance. Assist staff to achieve performance standards and identifies opportunities for improvement to performance standards. Ensure continuous staff development in accessibility, cultural competency, and anti-discrimination programing.
* **Work with local, state, and national leaders**, to include universities and other research institutions, to analyze program needs and resources as well as identify best practices in other cities and communities that can assist in the achievement of the program’s desired outcomes, goals and objectives

What You’ll Bring
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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'll be 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 will also have the following skills and experience:

* Demonstrated leadership/management experience with a focus on Title VI, ADA, anti-discrimination. Ability to support and align with HRCP leadership goals.
* Experience/understanding of government systems and ideally, public service experience.
* Navigate through dynamic change, strong emotional intelligence and empathy with diverse communities
* Thinking strategically - Long-term strategic thinker who promotes best practices and leading-edge ideas. Deciding and initiating action - Takes responsibility for actions, projects and people; makes quick, clear decisions which may include tough choices, after considering risks
* Delivering results - Sets high standards for quality, quantity, and timelines. Focuses on community needs and satisfaction. Consistently achieves project goals.
* Coaching - Provides others with clear direction, motivates, and empowers. Experience building a team of a high caliber and provides staff with development opportunities and coaching.
* Program/project management experience or applicable skillsets
* Excellent interpersonal skills, including but not limited to written and verbal communication skills, relationship cultivation and relationship management. High accountability and results oriented.
* Stakeholder facilitation experience and public speaking/public engagement skills. Commitment to listening and holding space for others. Critical thinking skills and solution-focused approach to problem solving.

Required Minimum Qualifications
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* Education requirement: Bachelor's Degree in a related field based on a specific position(s).
* Experience Requirement: Five (5) years of experience at the type and level of functional or operational management, which must have included management of subordinate supervisors.
* Education/Experience Equivalency: Two (2) years of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.
* License/Certifications: Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.

Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

To be considered for this position, you must include the following on your job application (upload the attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab):

* Resume
* Cover letter that answers the following questions:

1. What experience do you have with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and with the ADA?

2. Describe your previous experience supervising or leading teams.

3. What experience do you have that you think would benefit this position? Why exactly are you interested in this position?

4. Do you have a valid driver's license? This position will require to attend off-site and after-hour meetings.

Application Deadline
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This position is expected to stay open until October 27. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than October 26, Sunday at 11:59 PM.

About Everything Else
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Job Profile
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CA2758 Director

To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click [here](https://www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/denver-human-resources/job-classification-.html).

Position Type
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Unlimited

Position Salary Range
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$106,577.00 - $175,852.00

Target Pay
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$106,577.00 - $135,000.00/year, based on experience and education

Agency
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Human Rights & Community Partnership

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies
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City and County of Denver e mployees 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 [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) with three business days’ notice.

Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

For information about right to work, click [here](http://www.justice.gov/sites/default/files/crt/legacy/2013/08/13/FinalOSCPosterEN08_01_2013.pdf) for English or [here](http://www.justice.gov/crt/file/813271/download) for Spanish.