Salary : $106,512.00 - $138,888.00 Annually
Location : Broomfield County, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Department of Agriculture
Division: Animal Industry Division
Opening Date: 07/16/2026
Closing Date: 7/24/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 305 Interlocken Parkway, Broomfield CO 80021
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: Contact Mary Hunt at (303)869-9006 or [email protected]
Salary Note: Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. 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.

Description of Job
Organizational Purpose:

The purpose of the Division of Animal Welfare (DAW) is to advance the overall welfare of companion animals and livestock through the enforcement of animal welfare laws and regulations established by the Animal Protection Act and Pet Animal Care and Facilities Act. The division consists of the Bureau of Animal Protection (BAP) and Pet Animal Care and Facilities Act (PACFA) programs. The division's mission is primarily regulatory in nature, conducting inspections and investigations into allegations of animal cruelty, mistreatment, neglect, and noncompliance with pet care facility requirements. The division initiates appropriate administrative and civil action when a violation can be substantiated. This division oversees the commissioning and training of qualified BAP agents and licenses and inspects businesses that fall under the authority of PACFA. This division serves as a resource for law enforcement agencies to address instances of criminal animal cruelty, mistreatment and neglect by coordinating investigations and providing veterinary expertise. In addition, division provides proactive outreach and education that contribute to the prevention of animal mistreatment and the betterment of animal welfare in Colorado.

Major Objectives of the Position:
This position is responsible for improving animal protection across Colorado. The position serves as the program manager for the BAP program, helping lead strategic development and implementation of the program, overseeing program operations, and working with diverse stakeholders to conduct

outreach and education on animal health and welfare issues. Primary duties include coordination, training, and oversight of approximately 90 commissioned BAP agents, including law enforcement authorities, that respond to complaints of animal mistreatment and neglect on companion animals. The position also coordinates with Department staff and law enforcement authorities on investigations related to livestock. Other duties may be assigned based on the Department's needs such as involvement with animal emergency incidents and outbreak response. This position travels as needed throughout the State for investigations, training, and outreach.
Primary Duties:

Strategic Direction & Administration of the BAP program operation:
This position oversees the daily operations of the BAP program to ensure key elements of the program are successfully executed, including administrative actions, regulatory and legislative matters, personnel management, and program reporting. As part of program operations, this position will lead initiatives to implement and update the BAP multi-year strategic plan. Specific duties related to program operations include:

• Implement and update the BAP strategic plan
• Conduct process improvement initiatives related to program operations and investigation
• Develop program reports, including statistics on investigations
• Coordinate with CDA officials and stakeholders to review and revise legislation related to the program
• Implement rulemaking related to the commissioning and review of BAP agents
• Manage expenditures to ensure the program remains on budget
• Oversee the Dangerous Dog Registry and advise on the management of the database
• Review and approve continuing education courses for BAP agents
• This position is responsible for the overall management of BAP agent credentials and the ongoing training of BAP agents to ensure agents have a good understanding of the regulatory and statutory authority of the BAP program, animal health and welfare issues, and proper investigative skills. Specific duties include:
  • Oversee the application process for new agents and provide recommendations for approval and the renewal of credentials for existing agents
  • Organize BAP training, including arranging venues, providing content for course materials, and speakers
  • Develop printed material for BAP, including quarterly newsletters and brochures

Outreach, Communication, Research & Data Management

Brief Duty Description: This position performs public outreach focused on addressing or preventing animal mistreatment and neglect. Specific duties include:

• Administer a BAP Stakeholder Taskforce to seek industry and public input on program initiatives
• Seek input on animal protection in meetings with political entities, nonprofit organizations, industry associations, and local governments
• Conduct trainings for district attorneys and law enforcement on recognizing and responding to animal mistreatment and neglect
• Collaborate with stakeholders on proposed rules and/or statute changes and other policy matters
• Determine timely topics for BAP newsletters and articles concerning animal protection laws and prevention
• Properly manage and advance public-facing data reporting on BAP activities
• Identify and pursue, as appropriate and feasible, research and partnerships that advance research into opportunities for preventing animal mistreatment and neglect.

Oversight and Coordination of investigative activities:

This position serves as the Department lead for approximately 90 BAP commissioned agents and coordinates with law enforcement on investigations related to animal mistreatment for companion animals and livestock. Specific oversight duties include.

• Work with the lead investigator and BAP team on establishing an investigative strategy for each case
• Refer cases to BAP agents and law enforcement when appropriate
• Thoroughly track the progress of open investigations, including case dispositions
• Act as an intermediary between animal owners and law enforcement
• Build and manage program data, including tracking the volume and overall dispositions of complaints
• Review investigative reports to ensure the investigation is complete, accurate, and unbiased

Oversight of Enforcement Actions:

This position determines if there is sufficient evidence to warrant enforcement actions and how best to proceed to appropriately resolve the situation. A specific action may range from issuing warnings or corrective letters to more significant legal action, including seeking court orders. Duties include:

• Directly coordinate with law enforcement and district attorneys on any enforcement action being considered
• Apply relevant statutes and legal requirements pertaining to an enforcement action
• Consult with the State Veterinarian and work with legal counsel on the development of legal enforcement documents and actions
• Update Department leadership on the disposition of cases and recommended enforcement actions
• Oversee coordination with brand inspectors, sale barns, shelters, emergency response units related to the transport, boarding, and care of animals that are relinquished or seized, and any other relevant parties.

Supervision and Leadership:

This position develops and supervises professional staff, ensuring the delivery of services that support the overall operations of the program. Specific duties include:

• Establish program organizational structure as necessary, including hiring new employees
• Provides direction and training necessary to ensure staff are knowledgeable and up-to-date in their respective job skills and duties

Other Division Duties:

When requested by CDA leadership and with available capacity, other duties may be assigned based on the Department's needs, such as:

• Assists local, state, and federal agencies and entities with livestock handling activities at the time of livestock emergencies, and advises as to proper, appropriate, and humane handling methods
• Potential activities during deployment for animal emergency incidents or disease outbreaks include assistance in depopulation, carcass disposal, livestock handling, animal identification, euthanasia, and tissue sample collection
• Participate in activities associated with the State Fair, National Western Stock Show (NWSS), and other events in which the Department is involved as needed.
• Prepares and reviews performance evaluations of staff to achieve maximum performance, which includes setting performance goals and expectations; evaluating the performance of employees; coaching and mentoring to improve and enhance performance
• Addresses conflict in a constructive manner
• Handles administrative issues, such as approving leave requests.
• Assesses staffing needs based on department goals and budget
• Works to advance the department's equity, diversity & inclusion goals; and identifies cost-effective approaches to improving the quality of services and operations.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.

This is a hybrid position that must work at least two (2) days per week in the Broomfield Office.
Skills-based Hiring: