State of Colorado

Today, Oct. 11, is National Coming Out Day! We recognize the contributions of both our “out and not out” LGBTQ+ State of Colorado employees. We reaffirm our dedication to creating a workplace where all our coworkers and the Coloradans we serve feel like they can bring their authentic selves and be met with respect. If you have time today, learn about pronouns: https://lnkd.in/gaBKabzK #ColoradoForALL #NationalComingOutDay

ATTN: Job Seekers! The State of Colorado will host a booth at the virtual Wyoming & Colorado Regional Job Fair on Oct. 15 from noon to 4 pm. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/ggxq7Er5

Happy Global Diversity Awareness Month! At the State of Colorado, we recognize and celebrate all of the ways our diverse workforce makes a difference in the lives of Coloradans. Our workforce includes people from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, all across our great state. It makes us a more innovative and effective provider of the essential services Coloradans rely on. #GlobalDiversityAwarenessMonth #ColoradoForALL

This October, we celebrate the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) and the contributions of our coworkers with disabilities through this year’s theme: Celebrating Value and Talent. Accessibility is not a destination; it is a value, a shift in our culture. NDEAM is a great time to re-engage in the removal of barriers for all residents of our great state. Visit the accessibility & accommodations page (https://lnkd.in/gebEXfab) to get involved and learn more. #NDEAM #ColoradoForALL

ATTN: Older adults, we want to hear from you. Whether you are working, seeking a job, making a career switch, or returning to the workforce after a sabbatical or retirement, your insights can help us create policy and program changes to improve opportunities for older adults to secure and retain work. Join one of our listening sessions to make a difference: - Denver Metro - In-Person - Sept. 30 (1:30 - 3:00 p.m.) - Register: tinyurl.com/DenverCO-CCOA - South/Southeast Colorado - Virtual - Oct. 8 (2:00 - 3:30 p.m.) - Register: tinyurl.com/SouthCO-CCOA - Western Colorado - Virtual - Oct. 20 (1:00 - 3:30 p.m.) - Register: tinyurl.com/WestCO-CCOA - North/Northeast Colorado - Virtual - Oct. 23 (9:30 - 11:00 a.m.) - Register: tinyurl.com/NorthCO-CCOA

ATTN: Job Seekers! The State of Colorado will host a booth at the Mi Casa Resource Center Job Fair on Sept. 25 (2:00 - 4:30 p.m.) at 345 S Grove St, Denver, CO 80219! Learn more via the attached flyer and stop by the State booth to learn more about State service!

ATTN: Contractors Seeking State Construction Projects The State of Colorado has a brand new construction bond training (in English and Spanish) that equips contractors with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand, obtain, and manage bonds for State construction projects. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gW9GsNFh

Many of our offices will be closed Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. Labor Day occurs annually on the first Monday of September to celebrate workers in America and their achievements. Today we share our appreciation for those who take part in the workforce - especially those who serve the State of Colorado. To learn more about the history of Labor Day, visit https://lnkd.in/gNZzXYTV.

4 days left! Help Opportunity@Work take the stage at SXSW! We are bringing together public and private sector leaders to showcase how skills-first hiring is unlocking overlooked talent and preparing teams for the future of work. In this session, you’ll discover: • How top employers are using skills-first strategies to future-proof teams for AI and cybersecurity. • Innovative training models that prepare talent for high-demand jobs—no traditional degree required. • Practical ways to tap into underutilized talent pools to meet urgent hiring and innovation needs. Speakers: • Paige Bongiorno – Director, STARs Public Sector Hub, Opportunity@Work • Tony Gherardini – Executive Director, Colorado Department of Personnel & Administration • Christine Heitz – CEO, Colorado Thrives Vote now to make this session happen: https://lnkd.in/garv3q6H #SXSW #SkillsFirst #TearthePaperCeiling #HireSTARs

Want to support Colorado’s small, diverse-owned, and veteran-owned businesses? Bookmark the Colorado Supplier Diversity Directory and use it to connect with local suppliers. #ColoradoForALL https://lnkd.in/ga4Xcuaa