The State Personnel Board is an independent and neutral state agency created by Article XII, Section 14(1) of the Colorado Constitution. Pursuant to Article XII, Section 14(3), the Board promulgates rules governing the state personnel system. Pursuant to Article XII, Section 13(8), the Board hears appeals by certified state employees of disciplinary actions. Pursuant to Section 24-50-125(5) of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the Board also hears appeals by certified state employees of adverse actions that affect base pay, status, or tenure. The Board may also use its discretion to grant a hearing when it appears that:
(A) an employment action violates the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (commonly referred to as “CADA”);
(B) an employment action violates the State Employee Protection Act (commonly referred to as the "Whistleblower Act");
(C) a final grievance decision violates an employee’s rights under the federal or state constitutions;
(D) a final grievance decision violates an employee's rights under the grievance procedures; or
(E) a final decision of the State Personnel Director violates a rule or statute relating to the comparative analysis process.
The State Personnel Board meets the third Tuesday of every month at 9:00 a.m. Board meetings are open to the public. Monthly agendas are published on the Agenda page.