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DHR Emergency Rulemaking Effective 7/1/22

The State Personnel Director has issued emergency rules to modify the Director’s Procedures found at 4 CCR 801-1, Chapter 5, Time Off.

This emergency rulemaking aligns the Director's Procedures with the state personnel system’s Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) policies created by the State Personnel Director under the authority of §24-50-104(1)(g), C.R.S., and becomes effective July 1, 2022.  Pursuant to the Administrative Procedures Act, §24-4-103(6), C.R.S. an emergency rule can only be in effect for a maximum of 120 days.

DHR Emergency Rulemaking Effective 5/15/22

The State Personnel Director has issued emergency rules to modify the Director’s Procedures found at 4 CCR 801-1, Chapter 5, Time Off.

This emergency rulemaking aligns the Director's Procedures with the state personnel system’s Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) policies created by the State Personnel Director under the authority of §24-50-104(1)(g), C.R.S., and becomes effective May 15, 2022.  Pursuant to the Administrative Procedures Act, §24-4-103(6), C.R.S. an emergency rule can only be in effect for a maximum of 120 days.

2021 State of Colorado Employee Engagement Survey Results

April 11, 2022 - The 2021 Employee Engagement Survey asked state employees to provide their candid opinions on important workforce characteristics to gain a clear understanding of our current state as an employer. We know that highly engaged teams are passionate about their work, accomplish more than other groups, and consistently deliver the best business outcomes. Results from the survey will be used to help the State of Colorado move in the direction of creating a better place to work for all employees and becoming an Employer of Choice.

State Personnel Director's Rulemaking, May 3, 2022

A hearing will be held Tuesday, May 3 at 1:00 p.m. via Zoom virtual webinar.  A link to attend is included in the Hearing Notice below.

 

The general purpose of this hearing is to modify state personnel director’s rules (4 CCR 801-1, Chapter 11).

For full information on the Basis & Purpose of the hearing, click on the Basis & Purpose link below.

For full information on the hearing, how to comment on the proposed changes, or for special accommodations to participate in the hearing please click on the Notice link below.

State Fiscal and Procurement Rulemaking, May 2, 2022

A hearing will be held Monday, May 2 at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom virtual webinar.

A link to attend is included in the Hearing Notice below.

The general purpose of this hearing is to modify state fiscal and procurement rules (1 CCR 101-1).

Governor Celebrates State Employees

Governor recognizes State employees for their public service

Denver — Governor Jared Polis and Department of Personnel & Administration Executive Director Kara Veitch recognized 40 state employees for their superior service to the people of Colorado during 2020 and 2021. The lunch at the Governor's Mansion on Thursday, August 12, 2021 was part of Public Service Recognition Week. 

State Capitol Guided Tours Resumed

July 2, 2021 - The State Capitol visitor center has resumed free guided public tours of the Capitol. Because of ongoing restoration work, the visitor center staff recommends that you call 303-866-2604 on the day of your visit for updated tour information.  

Daily tours will be available at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. Capitol tours are limited to 15 people, first come first serve.