Job Details
Pharmaceutical Inspector (Pharmacist II) - DORA: DPO Hybrid
2026-04-19 State of Colorado all cities,AK
Description:
Description of Job
The Division of Professions and Occupations (DPO) protects consumers in the state of Colorado through licensing and regulatory enforcement for approximately 50 professions, occupations, and businesses, and the corollary regulatory environment. The Division of Professions and Occupations provides consumer protection through its regulation of more than 610,000 licensees within more than 50 professions, occupations and businesses in the State of Colorado.
The Office of Inspections exists to protect the public by inspecting and conducting drug accountability audits of all outlets as defined in Title 12, Article 280, C.R.S., by enforcing and investigating violations of state and federal laws and regulations governing the practice of pharmacy and the manufacture, distribution, compounding, dispensing, and delivery of pharmaceuticals.
Position: SJA 9106
The position implements the objectives of the office of inspections, answers regulatory inquiries, and advises and counseling the public, the pharmaceutical profession and industry, healthcare professionals, and other governmental agencies, including law enforcement. The position independently conducts inspections upon pharmacy board registrants, writes special reports detailing inspection findings, and conducts investigations based upon consumer and/or board-initiated complaints. The position conducts educational outreach, attends Board meetings, and assists in conducting controlled substance accountability audits, as needed.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (MQs):
Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:
Document this experience in your application IN DETAIL, as your experience will not be inferred or assumed. Part time experience will be prorated.
Necessary Special Requirements:
Supplemental Information
PLEASE READ - Required Application Materials
Interested individuals must submit the following online:
1.A completed State of Colorado Application (log-in to your current NeoGov account or create a NeoGov account to complete the online application). Note: Incomplete applications, including incomplete work history sections or "see résumé," "see attachment," or "see addendum" statements, will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application form.
2. A current email address on your application, as all communication pertaining to this position will be conducted via email. Please set up your email to accept messages from info@governmentjobs.com and '@state.co.us' addresses, and check your email often. Note: The department cannot guarantee the successful delivery of email, including incorrect filtering into junk mail folders.
3.A detailed cover letter, explaining how you meet the required competencies and how your accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc. make you a good fit for this position; you may also attach additional documents that demonstrate this.
Comparative Analysis Process: Structured Application Review
Part of, if not the entire, comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials; Therefore, it is paramount that in the experience portion of your application and cover letter, you describe the extent to which you possess the education, experience, and competencies outlined in the job announcement as well as the required and/or preferred qualifications/competencies. You are also encouraged to attach additional documents to that effect. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may affect your score and prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.
Part of the comparative analysis process and/or the interview process may be conducted through remote video conferencing (i.e. Google Meet, Zoom, etc.)
Veterans' Preference: Candidates who wish to assert Veterans' Preference should attach a copy of their DD214 to their application. Failure to do so will result in being denied Veterans Preference.
PLEASE NOTE: Former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose this information on the application. Colorado Revised Statutes require that all state employees be hired and promoted through competitive examination of merit and fitness. Failure to include the required information, failure to follow instructions, and/or failure to submit materials by the application deadline may result in your application not being considered for the position and may affect your score or inclusion in the final pool of qualified candidates.
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.
ADAAA Accommodations: DORA 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 ADAAA Coordinator, at dora_adacoordinator@state.co.us.
Check out our excellent benefits package!
While a salary range is posted for this position, an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis, which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email, US Mail, faxed or hand-delivered within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to spb.colorado.gov or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
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:
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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DORA Q1: Please provide your Social Security Number. NOTE: This information will be kept strictly confidential and is only accessible to Human Resources Personnel.
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DORA Q2: Are you a current or previous State of Colorado employee? Enter "yes" or "no" in the space provided. If "yes", enter 1) the State agency name, 2) dates of employment, and 3) your official classification title.
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DORA Q3: If you are a current or former State of Colorado classified employee, have you ever been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-6, Automatic Resignation)? NOTE: Current and former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or who were deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-6, Automatic Resignation) must disclose this information on the application. Failure to disclose this information and/or falsification of application materials may result in being removed from consideration for this position.
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DORA Q4: Current or Former Classified Employees: Are you a transfer, non-disciplinary (voluntary) demotion, orreinstatement applicant?
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DORA Q5: VETERAN'S PREFERENCE NOTE: If you are not eligible for/seeking Veteran's Preference, please skip down to the bottom and select option "N/A". REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: Candidates who wish to assert Veterans' Preference should attach a copy of their DD214 reflecting dates of service, type of discharge, and, if appropriate, a campaign badge or service medal. If information regarding a campaign badge or service medal is necessary to award preference points and is not reflected on the DD214, other documents reflecting the grade or medal must be provided. Other types of documentation may be required for ten point preference. *Note 1: For a complete list of service dates and campaigns used in awarding preference points visit: **Note 2: Medal holders and Gulf War veterans who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980, or entered active duty on or after October 14, 1982, without having previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty; must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty. ***Note 3: Effective October 1, 1980, military retirees at or above the rank of major or equivalent, are not entitled to preference unless they qualify as disabled veterans. Reservists who are retired from the Reserves but are not receiving retirement pay are not considered "retired military" for purposes of veterans' preference. REMINDER: Proof of eligibility must be provided before points are allowed. Please attach documentation to your application. If you have not done so, please go back and do so now. Veteran's Preference points WILL NOT be applied without the appropriate documentation. PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY:
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DORA Q6: Part of the required application materials includes a detailed cover letter, explaining how you meet the required competencies and how your accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc. make you a good fit for this position; you may also attach additional documents that demonstrate this. Q: Have you included this cover letter as an attachment to your application? (If not, you may go back and do so now).Yes, I have attached the required cover letter explaining how I meet the required competencies and how my accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc. make me a good fit for this position; I may also attach additional documents that demonstrate this.No, I have not attached the required cover letter to my application. Note: I understand that failure to include this information and follow instructions may prevent me from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.
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DORA Q7: This position requires the ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including local and statewide travel, overnight travel, and staying over occasionally on weekends when required. Will you be willing to travel for this position?
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DORA Q8: This position requires the ability to travel up to 50% of the time. In order to be considered for this position, you must possess and maintain a valid State of Colorado driver's license. Please provide your Colorado driver's license number in the space provided.
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DORA Q9: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following minimum qualifications: I. Current, valid licensure as a Pharmacist by the Colorado State Board of Pharmacy.II. Four (4) years of practice as a licensed Pharmacist and /or pharmaceutical inspector.NOTE: This experience must have taken place within the last five (5) years.
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DORA Q10: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the necessary special requirement: Active Colorado Pharmacist license with no current or previous disciplinary action, excluding letters of admonition.
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DORA Q11: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* experience working in a state government agency.
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DORA Q12: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* experience working with process or quality improvement processes.
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DORA Q13: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* experience in pharmaceutical services, including filling prescriptions or chart orders and dispensing drugs and pharmaceutical supplies, as well as implementing and maintaining quality assurance standards and controlled substance security.
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DORA Q14: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* working in a pharmaceutical retail or hospital pharmacy (i.e. experience working in an outpatient setting).
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DORA Q15: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated knowledge of and professional* experience utilizing pharmacology laws, regulations, principles, and procedures related to labeling, storing, and/or distributing drugs in a pharmacy setting.
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DORA Q16: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* experience in maintaining drug inventory, pharmaceutical supplies, and records (i.e. pharmacy files and patient profiles).
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DORA Q17: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* experience in investigating consumer and/or board-initiated complaints.
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DORA Q18: Although this position will be designated under the department's hybrid workplace program, it will still be required to report to the department office on a scheduled basis and at the discretion of the supervisor, based on business needs. Would you be able to do this?
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DORA Q19: The salary range posted for this position is $122,064 - $134,256 annually ($10,172 - $11,188/monthly); while appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum, the salary will be set based on the qualifications of the candidate appointed and relevant factors. Please share your salary expectations below.
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DORA Q20: If you move forward in this process and are selected for this position, what is the earliest date that you would be able to start?
Required Question
Salary: $10,172.00 - $11,190.00 Monthly
Location : Denver, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: SJA-9106-4/2026
Department: Department of Regulatory Agencies
Division: Division ofProfessions and Occupations
Opening Date: 04/16/2026
Closing Date: 4/27/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 1560 Broadway, Denver, CO 80202
Department Contact Information: Thanh Pham: thanh.pham@state.co.us
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 Information
Hybrid Workplace Arrangement:
Although this position will be designated under the department's hybrid workplace program, it will still be required toreport to the department office on a scheduled basis and at the discretion of the supervisor, based on business needs.
This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
The Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is dedicated to preserving the integrityof the marketplace and is committed to promoting a fair and competitive business environment in Colorado.
Consumer protection is our mission.
DORA values and promotes diversity, supporting a workplace that is inclusive of people from different backgrounds and experiences; creating an environment that is reflective of our communities; promoting positive relationships; and putting forth unique perspectives to fulfill our mission.
- Employer-sponsored RTD EcoPass, with offices located at Civic Center Plaza, above the RTD Civic Center station and just a few blocks from RTD light rail.
- Extensive work-life programs such as flexible schedules, training and professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects, and more!
- Employee wellness programs, including the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP), which provides free, confidential counseling services.
- Bike-to-work programs, including access to storage lockers and bike racks.
- Flexible retirement benefits, including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans.
- Medical and Dental Health Insurance for employees and optional coverage for their dependents.
- Life Insurance for employees, and optional coverage for their dependents.
- Paid Time Off, including 11 paid holidays.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Tuition assistance program.
Description of Job
The Division of Professions and Occupations (DPO) protects consumers in the state of Colorado through licensing and regulatory enforcement for approximately 50 professions, occupations, and businesses, and the corollary regulatory environment. The Division of Professions and Occupations provides consumer protection through its regulation of more than 610,000 licensees within more than 50 professions, occupations and businesses in the State of Colorado.
The Office of Inspections exists to protect the public by inspecting and conducting drug accountability audits of all outlets as defined in Title 12, Article 280, C.R.S., by enforcing and investigating violations of state and federal laws and regulations governing the practice of pharmacy and the manufacture, distribution, compounding, dispensing, and delivery of pharmaceuticals.
Position: SJA 9106
The position implements the objectives of the office of inspections, answers regulatory inquiries, and advises and counseling the public, the pharmaceutical profession and industry, healthcare professionals, and other governmental agencies, including law enforcement. The position independently conducts inspections upon pharmacy board registrants, writes special reports detailing inspection findings, and conducts investigations based upon consumer and/or board-initiated complaints. The position conducts educational outreach, attends Board meetings, and assists in conducting controlled substance accountability audits, as needed.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting other law enforcement agency's investigations by serving as a resource specialist, providing guidance, interpretations and recommendations to others concerning matters in the position's area of expertise;
- Communicating and exchanging information with other law enforcement agencies to detect, jointly investigate and promote the prosecution of violators;
- Returning calls and emails from Pharmacy Board licensees and registrants or consumers, educating them regarding the enforcement role of the agency; and
- Assisting with writing and reviewing all Colorado-based Multi-State Jurisprudence Examination ("MPJE") Questions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (MQs):
Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:
- Current, valid licensure as a Pharmacist by the Colorado State Board of Pharmacy.
- Four (4) years of practice as a licensed Pharmacist and /or pharmaceutical inspector.
Document this experience in your application IN DETAIL, as your experience will not be inferred or assumed. Part time experience will be prorated.
Necessary Special Requirements:
- Active Colorado Pharmacist license with no current or previous disciplinary action, excluding letters of admonition.
- Applicant must inspect pharmacies throughout the state of Colorado. This requires overnight travel throughout the year, which at times can be as long as, or more than, a week.
- Travel averages about two (2) weeks per month in general.
- There is no substitution for the required experience.
- Demonstrated professional* experience working in a state government agency.
- Demonstrated professional* experience working with process or quality improvement processes.
- Demonstrated professional* experience in pharmaceutical services, including filling prescriptions or chart orders and dispensing drugs and pharmaceutical supplies, as well as implementing and maintaining quality assurance standards and controlled substance security.
- Demonstrated professional* experience working in a pharmaceutical retail or hospital pharmacy (i.e. experience working in an outpatient setting).
- Demonstrated knowledge of and professional* experience utilizing pharmacology laws, regulations, principles, and procedures related to labeling, storing, and/or distributing drugs in a pharmacy setting.
- Demonstrated professional* experience in maintaining drug inventory, pharmaceutical supplies, and records (i.e. pharmacy files and patient profiles).
- Demonstrating professional* experience in investigating consumer and/or board-initiated complaints.
- Demonstrated written communication skills, including the ability to convey information to various stakeholders in a clear, accurate, and concise written manner;
- Demonstrated verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey information to audiences in a concise manner;
- Demonstrated attention to detail;
- Sound judgment and the confidence to make decisions on a routine basis;
- Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills, including the ability to evaluate information in order to apply knowledge and to decide on the most appropriate course of action;
- Problem-solving skills, including the ability to review and analyze information in order to find solutions;
- Demonstrated creativity and flexibility, including the ability to adapt to shifting priorities and handle additional work assignments in a fast-paced work environment;
- Organizational skills, including prioritizing, planning, and time management in order to meet deadlines;
- Customer service skills, including the ability to diplomatically interact with difficult customers, navigate difficult conversations, and maintain communication with stakeholders;
- Interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
- Demonstrated the ability to conduct educational outreach;
- Knowledge of pharmacy boards and federal laws and rules;
- Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry practices, procedures, laws, and rules;
- Knowledge of and experience with sterile and non-sterile compounding and dispensing prescriptions;
- Demonstrated ability to understand and abide by workplace principles, practices, and behaviors as internally identified and defined by the division and department;
- Demonstrated ability to read, understand, interpret, apply, and explain laws, rules, policies, and procedures;
- Ability to travel independently, including work in-office, as required by business need and scheduled by the supervisor;
- Integrity and high ethical standards;
- Accountability, reliability, including attendance;
- Ability to maintain confidential, controversial, or sensitive information;
- Self-starter, including the ability to work independently, learn new processes, utilize own knowledge and that of supervisor, and complete work with minimal supervision;
- Demonstrated professional demeanor;
- Knowledge and understanding in the use of PC software applications, including Microsoft Office (Access, Word, Excel, etc.), and Google Suite (Doc's, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, etc).
- The successful passing of a reference check and/or, if required, a background check.
- A reference check may include but is not limited to: contacting previous and current supervisors to verify employment and discuss performance, a review of the personnel file, a review of the performance record, a review of job-related public information,etc.
- The type of background check depends on the job duties of the position, and can include a review of any criminal record, credit report, and/or driving record.
- Ability to travel independently, including work in-office, as required by business need and scheduled by the supervisor.
- Applicants must possess and maintain a valid State of Colorado driver's license and the ability and willingness to travel independently in a state vehicle. The driver's license cannot have any restrictions. You must include your State of Colorado driver's license number on your application in order to be considered.
- This position requires local and statewide travel up to 50%, including traveling overnight when required. The amount and frequency of travel will be determined based on the needs of the Division.
Supplemental Information
PLEASE READ - Required Application Materials
Interested individuals must submit the following online:
1.A completed State of Colorado Application (log-in to your current NeoGov account or create a NeoGov account to complete the online application). Note: Incomplete applications, including incomplete work history sections or "see résumé," "see attachment," or "see addendum" statements, will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application form.
2. A current email address on your application, as all communication pertaining to this position will be conducted via email. Please set up your email to accept messages from info@governmentjobs.com and '@state.co.us' addresses, and check your email often. Note: The department cannot guarantee the successful delivery of email, including incorrect filtering into junk mail folders.
3.A detailed cover letter, explaining how you meet the required competencies and how your accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc. make you a good fit for this position; you may also attach additional documents that demonstrate this.
Comparative Analysis Process: Structured Application Review
Part of, if not the entire, comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials; Therefore, it is paramount that in the experience portion of your application and cover letter, you describe the extent to which you possess the education, experience, and competencies outlined in the job announcement as well as the required and/or preferred qualifications/competencies. You are also encouraged to attach additional documents to that effect. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may affect your score and prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.
Part of the comparative analysis process and/or the interview process may be conducted through remote video conferencing (i.e. Google Meet, Zoom, etc.)
Veterans' Preference: Candidates who wish to assert Veterans' Preference should attach a copy of their DD214 to their application. Failure to do so will result in being denied Veterans Preference.
PLEASE NOTE: Former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose this information on the application. Colorado Revised Statutes require that all state employees be hired and promoted through competitive examination of merit and fitness. Failure to include the required information, failure to follow instructions, and/or failure to submit materials by the application deadline may result in your application not being considered for the position and may affect your score or inclusion in the final pool of qualified candidates.
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.
ADAAA Accommodations: DORA 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 ADAAA Coordinator, at dora_adacoordinator@state.co.us.
Check out our excellent benefits package!
While a salary range is posted for this position, an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis, which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email, US Mail, faxed or hand-delivered within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to spb.colorado.gov or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
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:
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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DORA Q1: Please provide your Social Security Number. NOTE: This information will be kept strictly confidential and is only accessible to Human Resources Personnel.
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DORA Q2: Are you a current or previous State of Colorado employee? Enter "yes" or "no" in the space provided. If "yes", enter 1) the State agency name, 2) dates of employment, and 3) your official classification title.
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DORA Q3: If you are a current or former State of Colorado classified employee, have you ever been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-6, Automatic Resignation)? NOTE: Current and former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or who were deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-6, Automatic Resignation) must disclose this information on the application. Failure to disclose this information and/or falsification of application materials may result in being removed from consideration for this position.
- N/A - I am not a current or former State of Colorado classified employee.
- YES, I have been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-6, Automatic Resignation).
- NO, I have NEVER been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-6, Automatic Resignation).
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DORA Q4: Current or Former Classified Employees: Are you a transfer, non-disciplinary (voluntary) demotion, orreinstatement applicant?
- Yes
- No
- N/A - I am not a current or former State of Colorado classified employee.
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DORA Q5: VETERAN'S PREFERENCE NOTE: If you are not eligible for/seeking Veteran's Preference, please skip down to the bottom and select option "N/A". REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: Candidates who wish to assert Veterans' Preference should attach a copy of their DD214 reflecting dates of service, type of discharge, and, if appropriate, a campaign badge or service medal. If information regarding a campaign badge or service medal is necessary to award preference points and is not reflected on the DD214, other documents reflecting the grade or medal must be provided. Other types of documentation may be required for ten point preference. *Note 1: For a complete list of service dates and campaigns used in awarding preference points visit: **Note 2: Medal holders and Gulf War veterans who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980, or entered active duty on or after October 14, 1982, without having previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty; must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty. ***Note 3: Effective October 1, 1980, military retirees at or above the rank of major or equivalent, are not entitled to preference unless they qualify as disabled veterans. Reservists who are retired from the Reserves but are not receiving retirement pay are not considered "retired military" for purposes of veterans' preference. REMINDER: Proof of eligibility must be provided before points are allowed. Please attach documentation to your application. If you have not done so, please go back and do so now. Veteran's Preference points WILL NOT be applied without the appropriate documentation. PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY:
- N/A - I am not eligible for/seeking Veteran's Preference.
- A) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: During any war declared by Congress
- B) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: During the period April 28, 1952, through July 1, 1955;
- C) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: For more than 180 consecutive days, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976;
- D) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: During the Gulf War period beginning August 2, 1990, and ending January 2, 1992;
- E) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: For more than 180 consecutive days, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on the date prescribed by Presidential proclamation or by law as the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; or,
- F) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal has been authorized*, such as El Salvador, Lebanon, Granada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti.
- G) I have served on active duty in the Armed Forces at any time and have a present service connected disability or are receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension from the military or the Department of Veterans Affairs; or
- H) I am a Purple Heart recipient;
- I) I am the spouse of a veteran unable to work because of a service-connected disability;
- J) I am the unmarried widow/widower of certain deceased veterans; and
- K) I am the mother of a veteran who died in service or who is permanently and totally disabled.
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DORA Q6: Part of the required application materials includes a detailed cover letter, explaining how you meet the required competencies and how your accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc. make you a good fit for this position; you may also attach additional documents that demonstrate this. Q: Have you included this cover letter as an attachment to your application? (If not, you may go back and do so now).Yes, I have attached the required cover letter explaining how I meet the required competencies and how my accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc. make me a good fit for this position; I may also attach additional documents that demonstrate this.No, I have not attached the required cover letter to my application. Note: I understand that failure to include this information and follow instructions may prevent me from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.
- Yes
- No
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DORA Q7: This position requires the ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including local and statewide travel, overnight travel, and staying over occasionally on weekends when required. Will you be willing to travel for this position?
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DORA Q8: This position requires the ability to travel up to 50% of the time. In order to be considered for this position, you must possess and maintain a valid State of Colorado driver's license. Please provide your Colorado driver's license number in the space provided.
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DORA Q9: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following minimum qualifications: I. Current, valid licensure as a Pharmacist by the Colorado State Board of Pharmacy.II. Four (4) years of practice as a licensed Pharmacist and /or pharmaceutical inspector.NOTE: This experience must have taken place within the last five (5) years.
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DORA Q10: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the necessary special requirement: Active Colorado Pharmacist license with no current or previous disciplinary action, excluding letters of admonition.
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DORA Q11: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* experience working in a state government agency.
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DORA Q12: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* experience working with process or quality improvement processes.
13
DORA Q13: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* experience in pharmaceutical services, including filling prescriptions or chart orders and dispensing drugs and pharmaceutical supplies, as well as implementing and maintaining quality assurance standards and controlled substance security.
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DORA Q14: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* working in a pharmaceutical retail or hospital pharmacy (i.e. experience working in an outpatient setting).
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DORA Q15: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated knowledge of and professional* experience utilizing pharmacology laws, regulations, principles, and procedures related to labeling, storing, and/or distributing drugs in a pharmacy setting.
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DORA Q16: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* experience in maintaining drug inventory, pharmaceutical supplies, and records (i.e. pharmacy files and patient profiles).
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DORA Q17: Please explain IN DETAIL how you meet the following preferred qualifications: Demonstrated professional* experience in investigating consumer and/or board-initiated complaints.
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DORA Q18: Although this position will be designated under the department's hybrid workplace program, it will still be required to report to the department office on a scheduled basis and at the discretion of the supervisor, based on business needs. Would you be able to do this?
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DORA Q19: The salary range posted for this position is $122,064 - $134,256 annually ($10,172 - $11,188/monthly); while appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum, the salary will be set based on the qualifications of the candidate appointed and relevant factors. Please share your salary expectations below.
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DORA Q20: If you move forward in this process and are selected for this position, what is the earliest date that you would be able to start?
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