Serve the needs of the State of Colorado through a number of subdivisions.  The Colorado Judicial, Legislative, and Executive branches form the government for the State of Colorado.  "A Career should be about believing in what you do and making a positive impact on your community.  That is a career that makes you proud; that is a career with distinction."- Mary Mullarkey, Chief Justice of the Colorado Supreme Court.

Industry: Government Administration
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

State of Colorado

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**Department Information**

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies

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**About Grand Junction Regional Center**

Grand Junction Regional Center (GJRC) is a collection of group homes that serves adult individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who need additional support to stabilize and return to community residential settings. GJRC's focus is on improving outcomes for individuals with IDD as well as promoting community integration. GJRC has a total of 10 homes nestled throughout established neighborhoods of Grand Valley. These homes feature warm, comfortable living spaces and private, fenced backyards with recreation equipment.

**Description Of Job**

The **Quality Assurance Investigator ** is responsible for ensuring compliance with agency, state, and federal regulations to protect the health, safety, and rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role focuses on the thorough investigation and prevention of Mistreatment, Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation (MANE) while supporting high-quality services across residential and day program settings.

**As a Quality Assurance Investigator, You Can Expect To**

- Conduct independent investigations into allegations of Mistreatment, Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation (MANE)

- Triage critical incident reports and determine level, urgency, and scope of investigation

- Interview staff, residents, and witnesses; gather and evaluate evidence; and write detailed, objective reports

- Ensure timely and appropriate reporting to law enforcement and regulatory agencies

- Audit medical and program records to assess compliance with ICF/IID regulations and internal policy

- Monitor service sites to verify safe, effective, and rights-based care is being provided

- Identify trends in incident data and propose systemic improvements to leadership

- Deliver staff training on MANE prevention, resident rights, and mandated reporting protocols

- Collaborate on quality assurance and performance improvement efforts across the agency

- Travel to service sites and support other QA functions as needed

- Work evenings and weekends as needed

**Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience**

**Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights**

**Experience Only**

Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

**Education And Experience**

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned, such as working with a population with intellectual and developmental disabilities, equal to six (6) years.

**Substitutions**

Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a

year-for-year basis

**Preferred Qualifications**

- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor information to various audiences

- Proven ability to multitask, manage time independently, and adapt to shifting priorities

- Skilled in process development, problem-solving, and root cause analysis

- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and/or mental health needs

- Knowledge of Immediate Care Facilities (ICF)/IID standards, survey processes, and quality service delivery for individuals with IDD

- Proficient in software tools such as Google Workspace and UKG

- Experience writing quality improvement plans and managing departmental functions

- Flexible work hours and independent judgment

- Labor Relations Alternatives (LRA) investigation certification, or ability to obtain within three months of hire

-  Knowledge of and adherence to confidentiality protocols

**Conditions Of Employment**

-  Full background check: CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults – Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers) and reference check required

-  This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.

-  Motor Vehicle Check, if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle, either in an ongoing capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties OR on occasion for training/meetings/client visits/etc.

-  Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License or a non-restricted U.S. Driver's License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border

-  Out-of-State Driver’s License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date.

-  Other Conditions of Employment specific to the Program

-  Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:

- Travel – Drive state car, van or bussette to various group homes, programming, admin & in community

- TB test is required, requires Influenza and other vaccines as required by state and facility; must be 18 years or older.

- Pre-employment Physical/Tests – Exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects

-  Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant’s 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 CDHS.

**CDHS Selection Process Explanation**

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

-  Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:

-  Relevant years of state service experience.

**Minimum Qualification Screening Process**

A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications in the application form. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."

You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

**Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review**

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve reviewing and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from standardized testing.

**Your Work Experience/Job Duties**

Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.

If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.

**Supplemental Questions**

Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).

**Appeal Rights**

You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.

-  You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.

-  You can find the official appeal form here .

-  You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:

-  By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or

-  Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or

-  Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or

-  Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

**Contact The State Personnel Board For Assistance**

-  At (303) 866-3300, or

-  Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules webpage.

**Supplemental Information**

-  How to apply to the State of Colorado (Youtube Video, Runtime 3:59, Closed Captions Available)

-  The Assessment Process

**About Us & Benefits**

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS . In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

-  Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans

-  Medical and dental health plans

-  Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

-  Paid life insurance

-  Short- and long-term disability coverage

-  11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

-  State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center

-  Employee Wellness program

-  Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

-  Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

-  *Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .

**Our Values**

-  We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.

-  Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.

-  We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

-  Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.

-  We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.

-  Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

**ADA Accommodations**

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for 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.

This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing 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 cdhs_ada@state.co.us .

**EEO Statement**

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives 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.

**Additional Support For Your Application**

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 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.

Quality Assurance Investigator: Health Pro III - Grand Junction Regional Center *WESTERN SLOPE*.

The American Society of Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) is dedicated to ensuring excellence in the practice of laboratory medicine. ASCLS is made up of nearly 9,000 laboratory professionals and offers professional and educational resources as well as networking opportunities.

ASCLS believes:
- Quality laboratory service is essential to quality health care.   
- Everyone deserves access to safe, effective, efficient, equitable, and patient-centered healthcare, and
- Advancing the laboratory profession advances health care.

ASCLS Core Values:
- Defining the characteristics of competent personnel within the profession and providing professional development opportunities so that practitioners can maintain competency are essential roles of a professional association.
- Enabling laboratory professionals to function at their highest level of competence will contribute to cost effective health care. 
- Promoting diversity supports the delivery of quality laboratory service.
- Taking a leadership role in standard and policy setting is a core professional responsibility.
- Advocating for quality within the laboratory is essential to the assurance of quality health care delivery.

Industry: Non-profit Organizations
Company Size: 2-10 employees

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science

Details

**Posted: ** 24-May-26

**Location: ** Grand Junction, Colorado

**Categories**

Allied Health

**Internal Number: ** 866226500

**Summary**

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

**Qualifications**

*** This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until August 31 - 2026 or until the position is filled. The initial cutoff date for referral of eligible applications will be May 6 - 2026. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as needed basis until positions are filled. ***

**Basic Requirements**

- Citizenship

- Be a citizen of the United States (U.S.)

- Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with 38 U.S.C. Â

- 7407(a)

- English Language Proficiency

- Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. Â

- 7403 (f)

- Education

- A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

- Foreign Education

- To be creditable - education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. program by a private organization specializing in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials

- Graduates of foreign baccalaureate degree programs meet the educational requirements if they meet either of the following: Foreign transcripts are evaluated by an acceptable evaluation agency - and the degree is found to be equivalent to a NAACLS-approved U.S. clinical laboratory science degree program

- OR The applicant submits a letter from ASCP BOC or AMT stating the individual is eligible to take the certification examination

- Certification

- Candidates must meet one of the certification options below: (a) Generalist certification as an MLS given by ASCP BOC or AMT

- (b) Generalist certification as an MT given by ASCP BOR or AMT

- Exception for Non-Certified

- Applicants who do not currently hold valid certification may be hired by VA and actively work toward their certification if they meet one of the routes identified in Appendix A that makes them eligible to take the MLS certification exam through the ASCP BOC or the MLS certification exam through AMT Certification Agency

- Non-Certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for licensure may be given a temporary appointment CLS under the authority of 38 U.S.C. Â

- 7405(c)(2)

- Non-Certified individuals may only provide care under the supervision of a certified CLS at or above the FPL

- Non-certified individuals may only be appointed at the entry level and may not be promoted/converted until certification is obtained

- Temporary appointments of non-certified CLS may not be extended beyond 2 years or be converted to a new temporary appointment

- Failure to obtain certification during this time period may result in separation from employment

- Grandfathering Provision

- Employees in VHA in this occupation under a permanent - appropriate - and legal placement on the effective date of this qualification standard (12/3/2024) - are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade and/or assignment held - including positive education and certification where applicable

- For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements of this standard but met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed - must meet one of the listed provisions in the VA Handbook

- Grade Determinations: Clinical Laboratory Scientist - GS-07

- Experience

- None beyond the basic requirements

- Clinical Laboratory Scientist - GS-09

- Experience or Education

- Candidates at this level must meet one of the criteria below: Experience

- 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade

- OR Education

- Master's degree or 2 academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education in medical technology or a directly related science

- Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities (KSAs)

- In addition to the experience or education above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of policies and procedures of clinical laboratory testing

- Knowledge of laboratory quality control and quality assurance principles

- Knowledge of laboratory equipment and routine maintenance

- Ability to work as a team member and effectively complete assignments

- Ability to read and interpret written instructions

- Ability to accurately perform pre-analytical - analytical - and post-analytical phases of testing

- Assignments at the GS-9 level

- The CLS is responsible for evaluating - performing - interpreting - and validating the accuracy and validity of test results

- The CLS demonstrates a clear progression of clinical knowledge and experience by performing testing procedures on a variety of biological specimens using manual or automated methods

- This includes routine testing - quality control - routine maintenance of instrumentation - and troubleshooting that applies innovative procedures and problem solving

- Deviations from regular procedures - unanticipated problems - and unfamiliar situations are referred to more experienced staff for a decision or assistance

- Assignments at this level will include developmental duties of increasing scope and diversity as compared to the entry level

- It is expected that a CLS at this grade performs more complex work while receiving less frequent supervision than at the entry level

- Clinical Laboratory Scientist - GS-11

- Experience or Education

- Candidates at this level must meet one of the criteria below: Experience

- 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade level

- OR Education

- Must have 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education or a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in medical technology or a directly related science

- Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities (KSAs)

- In addition to the experience or education above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of professional clinical laboratory science principles - practices - concepts - and theories that support sound - independent work

- Knowledge of laboratory quality control and quality assurance procedures and principles of performance improvement

- Skill in informatics - laboratory data flow - and laboratory processes

- Ability to maintain - troubleshoot - and repair instrumentation

- Ability to use independent technical judgment to analyze and interpret laboratory results

- Ability to read - interpret - and apply complex written instructions

- Ability to communicate - consult - and interact with other members of the health care team - external relations - customer service - and patient education

- Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/

- The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11

- The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-7 to GS-11

- Physical Requirements: The incumbent must be able to perform moderate lifting up to 45 lbs. - straight pulling - pushing - reaching above the shoulder - use of fingers and both hands - walking - standing for up to 4 hours - kneeling - repeated bending - use of both arms and legs

- Specific visual requirements include use of both eyes - depth perception - ability to distinguish colors and shades of colors - hearing (aids permitted) - clear - high cognitive function and emotional stability

- ability to read ordinary type without strain.

Duties

- Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Performs advanced and complex laboratory procedures

- recognizes deviation from expected results

- analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles

- Implements policies and procedures of clinical laboratory testing

- Accurately performs pre-analytical - analytical and post-analytical phases of testing and analyze and interprets laboratory tests

- Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis taking into account physiologic processes and requirements

- Maintains and documents the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment

- Uses - calibrates - identifies malfunctions - repairs - and performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment

- Diagnoses deviations in test performance due to instrument malfunction

- Performs and documents quality control and assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement

- Adheres to practices and regulations governing biosafety and biosecurity in the workplace

- Maintains - troubleshoots - and repairs instrumentation

- Identifies discrepancies - solves problems - and presents solutions

- Answers inquiries regarding test results - methodology - test specificity - test sensitivity - and specific factors - which influence test results

- Interprets results and suggests follow-up test selection or procedures

- Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of equipment - method comparison - and establishment of reference intervals using statistical methods and theoretical knowledge

- Interprets findings and makes recommendations

- Communicates effectively and courteously while working as a healthcare team member

- Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines

- Conforms to all VHA and local directives related to safety - life safety - health - hazardous materials and emergency management directives

- Incumbent performs testing procedures on a variety of biological specimens and/or environmental samples using manual and automated techniques

- Duties require competency in the areas of Blood Bank - Hematology - Chemistry - Coagulation - Microbiology - Serology - Special Chemistry and Urinalysis

- Testing duties in all disciplines require the Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform - evaluate - interpret - correlate - and validate the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results

- Prepares reagents - and verifies correct instrument operation

- Maintains validity of assay system by appropriate testing of reagents prior to use for patient testing

- Evaluates the validity of data in relation to the test system and assay procedures

- Correlates and integrates information and performs additional testing to confirm abnormal results

- The work involves accurate and timely completion of testing to provide relevant clinical information to physicians crucial to patient care

- Recognizes all critical value results and for the effective and immediate communication of those results to the patient's provider following all required steps and documentation

- Work Schedule: Nightime shifts

- Starting at 6:00pm until 6:30am

- Final schedule determined upon hire and needs of the service

- May require weekends and Holidays

- Compressed/Flexible: Not available

- Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized

- Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized

- EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive

- Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov for - the EDRP Program Office for questions/assistance

- Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases

- When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade)

- Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience

- Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child

- Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66

- Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available

- Virtual: This is not a virtual position

- Functional Statement #: 60468-A / 60469-A / 60470-A

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