EPS I - Term Limited - PFAS Program Specialist - 243
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Department Information
- IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a termlimited position and funding cannot be guaranteed beyond March 3 2027. The incumbent in this position must be willing and able to resign on this date or when funds run out whichever comes first.
This position is only open to current Colorado state residents.Be BOLD and make a real difference . . .
Do you desire a career that provides you with opportunities to improve the world around you The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a position that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Coloradans. Our mission is to advance Colorados health and protect the places we live work learn and play. Our vision is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Our tobaccofree campus offers free parking and is conveniently located near RTD bus lines Glendale City Set and the Cherry Creek bike path. In addition to a great location and rewarding meaningful work we offer:- Employee wellness programs and facilities
- Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects
- Bike to work programs including access to storage lockers and bike racks
- Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
- Strong yet 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 plans
- Paid life insurance
- Short and longterm disability coverage
- 11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off
- Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees
- Tuition assistance for college level courses including Masters degree programs
- Excellent worklife programs such as flexible schedules and a variety of employee resource groups
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Description of Job
Work Unit
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is the agency delegated primary enforcement authority by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the federal Safe Drinking Water Act. The Safe Drinking Water Program implements the Safe Drinking Water Act through the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations. The program is in the Departments Water Quality Control Division under the Safe Drinking Water Program in the Community Development and Partnership Section. The purpose of the Safe Drinking Water Program is to provide compliance oversight technical assistance financial support and training to public water systems so they can always supply safe drinking water to the public. The Safe Drinking Water Program implements Source Water Protection as one of the multiple barrier approaches to assist in the prevention of known and emerging contaminants from entering the drinking water supplies in Colorado.
The Source Water and Emerging Contaminants (SEC) Unit reports to the Community Development and Partnership (CDAP) Section Manager. The purpose of the Source Water and Emerging Contaminants Unit is to provide training technical assistance and management support services to public water systems so they can strengthen their ability to supply safe drinking water to the public. The unit also performs significant program department and divisionwide support activities including budget and workplan management. Additionally the unit is responsible for providing technical and financial assistance to public water systems local health departments counties and other governmental entities to facilitate drinking water and source water protection activities. The core functions of the Source Water and Emerging Contaminants (SEC) Unit is to manage source water protection and emerging contaminant risks by administering grant funds in accordance with state and federal requirements and providing technical and policy guidance to public water systems and local governmental entities.Job Description
The PFAS Program Specialist will serve as operational support in the SEC unit and in coordination with the SEC Unit manager for the implementation of the new EPA PFAS Rule/Biosolids Risk Assessment the associated sampling and data analysis coordination with public water systems. This position requires operation level evaluation and decisions to coordinate with the SEC Unit manager and assist the team in database analysis data extraction/evaluation general project organization tracking and general PFAS rule implementation efforts. The activities associated with the PFAS rule and implementation efforts will include (but not limited to) administration and implementation of the new EPA PFAS Rule assessing PFAS data (including Biosolids) sampling and monitoring with public water systems evaluation and transcripting PFAS biosolids data and supporting the PFAS funding coordination efforts and open houses. This will assist in a broad range of technical and financial assistance to SEC unit staff communities and water systems on PFAS related issues.
The position is required to assist with managing reporting and distributing PFAS/Emerging Contaminant data PFAS Biosolids data assist with database coordination efforts public water system correspondence public water system/biosolids data reporting and technical/financial assistance for public water systems/biosolids applicators in complying with the new EPA PFAS rule and Biosolids Risk Assessments. These activities will require a coordinated and detailed supporting effort with technical and/or financial assistance to impacted public water systems and other entities.
Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
An applicant may meet the minimum qualifications for this job in one of two ways: They may qualify through their work experience alone or through a combination of education and work experience.
There are two 2 ways toqualifyfor this position.
(Option 1Five 5 years of professional work experience in managing water quality improvement projects
OR
(Option 2A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science natural resources biology geology hydrology chemistry or a closelyrelated field
AND
One 1 year of professional experience in managing water quality improvement projects.
Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies
The preferred experience competencies and abilities are highly desirable for this position and will be considered in selecting the successful candidate:A Masters Degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science natural resources biology geology hydrology chemistry or a closelyrelated field
Experience managing watershed source water physical science or water related projects that implement best management practices to improve water quality/quantity or water treatment operations.
Practical experience evaluating and reporting water quality information or environmental data to effectively communicate results.
Ability to engage local communities in improving water quality or water treatment operations through outreach and education activities.
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively across CDPHE federal state and local governments watershed groups local communities and other organizations to achieve water quality results.
Professional experience in applying provisions of the Sate Drinking Water Act or Colorado Water Quality Control Act to restore and protect water quality.
Ability to evaluate prioritize and organize work projects in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple water quality improvement projects concurrently.
Experience developing and implementing standardized procedures and best practices.
Excellent and proficient skills in data and spreadsheet management organization and data management processes.
Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
Excellent critical thinking skills process orientated development including the ability to make timely judgments and decisions.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs.
Ability to adapt quickly to change and easily consider new approaches.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize work activities.
Relevant years of State service prorated for parttime that contribute to a candidates positionrelated knowledge skill ability behavior or other posted competency will be considered.
If using education to qualify you must attach a transcript (unofficial copy accepted).
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must be willing and able to travel independently throughout the state for 510 of the time. Traveling may occur during inclement weather. Overnight stays will vary.
- Preemployment background check
This is a TermLimited position. You must be willing and able to resign on this date (March 3 2027 or when funds run out whichever comes first.
Supplemental Information
A complete application packet must include:
- A completed State of Colorado application.
- A cover letter specifically relating to preferred qualifications.
- A unofficial copy of your transcript If using education to qualify for this position.
- Complete supplemental questionnaire.
The Selection Process
- All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
- Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
- Part of or all of thecomparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
- A top group up to six candidates will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
APPEAL RIGHTS:If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position or that as a result of no longer being considered you were discriminated against you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. If an applicant seeks to have an allegation of discrimination reviewed by the Board that person must file an appeal (petition for hearing) within 10 days of the action or receipt of any final written selection decision. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures 4 CCR 801 for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures are available at A standard appeal form is available at: If you appeal your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form signed by you or representative and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director Attn: Appeals Processing 1525 Sherman Street 4th Floor Denver CO 80203. Fax:. Phone:. The tenday deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.
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ADAAA Accommodations:
The State of Colorado believes that equity diversity and inclusion drive our success and we encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment 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 preemployment 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 ator calloption 5.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
