manages the centralized procurement system; promulgates the State's procurement rules; facilitates price agreements; facilitates appeals for bid protests; and manages central collection services for state agencies.
provides services such as: buildings, facilities, and grounds maintenance; fleet and motor pool vehicles; commercial art, printing, data entry and imaging; mail services; and travel services.
provides the leadership, structure and support that allow DPA's disparate divisions and programs to function, while they provide state government the best services possible.
prepares the State's financial statements; administers the budget; promulgates fiscal rules, issues checks; develops contract procedures and approvals; and manages the unified accounting system.
conducts Workers' Compensation and public benefits hearings (i.e. food stamps, Medicaid); professional license review hearings; and complaints filed under the Fair Campaign Practices Act.
provides expertise, leadership, and consultation for management of state human resource units. The Division includes Benefits, Compensation, Consulting Services, HR Analytics and Risk Management.
is a constitutionally established commission which issues guidance and holds hearings on ethics issues arising under the state constitution or statute addressing Colorado public employees.
is a constitutionally established board which adjudicates employment disputes and promulgates rules for employees within the State Classified Personnel System.
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Strategic Plan
In accordance with the SMART Act (HB10-1119), the Department of Personnel & Administration has assembled the Department's strategic plan. This strategic plan represents a considerable effort undertaken by Director Kathy Nesbitt and the DPA leadership team to prioritize and focus the Department's efforts and resources on the functions that will provide the greatest service to our customers and the citizens of Colorado. It is important to note that the strategic plan represents a living document that, like any other, can only be improved through ongoing scrutiny and revision. As a result, the Department is continuing to refine the information presented within the strategic plan.
FY13 Strategic Plan - Smart Submission Strategic Plan Letter 12-12-11
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Transparency Online Project (TOP) System
The Transparency Online Project (TOP) System provides public access to information on Colorado state government expenditures (where the money is spent) and revenue (source of the money).
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Capitol Dome Restoration Project
Tours of the observation deck of the Dome in the State Capitol Building will be closing Thursday, December 1, 2011 for the duration of the restoration project. During this project, the remainder of the State Capitol will remain open to the public. Expected completion date is the Spring of 2014.
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State Employee Cost Savings Incentive Progam
State Employee Cost Savings Incentive Program Do you have an idea that could result in cost savings
at your department? If so, you may be eligible to receive 5% of the cost savings, up to $5,000. Some
agencies are not eligible to participate, please contact your HR office for eligibility information and
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About the Department of Personnel and Administration (DPA)
The Department of Personnel and Administration (DPA) provides centralized human resources, information, tools, resources and materials needed for Colorado state government to function. The Department provides the infrastructure by which the rest of state government operates. The programs and services provided by DPA are vitally important to the efficient and effective operation of state government.
Due to the nature of the Department's business, service to customers is the Department's driving force. The Department's customer base is three-fold; DPA serves state agencies, state employees, and the public.
The Department believes success depends upon offering quality and value to customers and stakeholders by providing economically efficient and sound services, while adhering to the highest standards of integrity. The Department's goal is to develop an environment in which employees can be productive, creative and function at their highest level.