Procurement and Financial Coordinator (Administrator III) - Denver

Procurement And Financial Coordinator (Administrator III)

This position is only open to Colorado state residents. Anticipated start date for this position is July 13th, 2026. New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

About CDOT

CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

CDOT for All

CDOT's strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

Description of Job

About the Work Unit The Procurement and Financial Coordinator (Administrator III) works in the Office of Administration within the Colorado Department of Transportation's (CDOT's) Division of Transportation Development (DTD). The Division of Transportation Development is the central hub for planning, environmental, and traffic analysis programs. The Office of Administration within DTD is dedicated to "Driving Excellence with Precision and Collaboration." It streamlines administrative and support functions across the division, ensuring rigorous compliance with federal, state, and departmental regulations. This office also acts as a vital resource for program staff, providing expert guidance on administrative and financial matters, while facilitating seamless coordination with the Division of Accounting and Finance on DTD-specific issues.

About the Position

This position serves as an independent contributor responsible for managing and supporting contract administration, procurement coordination, financial transactions, and project-related fiscal activities and financial operations across the division as needed.

Your duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Contract Control
• Financial Management
• Consultant Billing, Invoices and Payment
• Cross Functional Support

Work Environment

• Your schedule will primarily be 8:00 am 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday, but we are flexible to meet your work/life balance needs while ensuring CDOT business needs are met.
• You will likely work a hybrid schedule with a combination of in-office and remote work.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only:

• At least 6 years of experience in accounting, business administration, finance, procurement, contract coordination/administration or another area closely related to the Major Job Duties.

OR

Education and Experience:

• A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least 6 years.
• Education from an accredited college or university with coursework in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or another field of study related to the duties of this position will be considered.
• Experience with a primary focus on accounting, business administration, finance, procurement or contract coordination/administration will be considered.

Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. "See Resume" statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
• Knowledge of and experience with State Fiscal Rules, procurement rules, contracting rules/requirements and accounting rules;
• Experience researching, analyzing and resolving procurement, contract and/or financial process issues;
• Experience ensuring regulatory compliance of financial, procurement or contract documents or activities with applicable rules, laws, regulations or procedures;
• Experience with SAP, OnBase, or other large ERP systems;
• Experience analyzing, tracking and reporting financial data;
• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills;
• Excellent customer service skills and experience;
• Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders with sensitivity to their needs, priorities, promises made and commitments;
• Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving ability;
• Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral including facilitation and presentation skills and experience;
• Process improvement skills and experience;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments;
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner;
• Strong research skills;
• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations;
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Gmail and Google Applications and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.