Nationwide - PHYSICAL SCIENCE RESEARCHER/SCIENTIST II - 639
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- Divisionof Water Quality Control- Criteria UnitA residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.The state of Colorado (State) Constitution Article XII Officers Section 13 requires that All appointees shall reside in the state. All non-residents of Colorado must be willing and able to relocate to Colorado if appointed to this position.
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.
The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do including hiring employment and advancement opportunities.
Make a REAL difference . . . and join us in serving our communities in advancing Colorados health and protecting the places we live work learn and play to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
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The Work Unit:
The purpose of the Water Quality Control Division Standards - Criteria Unit is to provide information scientific analysis and policy recommendation services to the Water Quality Control Commission (WQCC) government agencies and the public so they can make informed water quality decisions. The Standards - Criteria Unit conducts the periodic review of existing water quality standards and classifications and also develops new criteria. This work includes design formulation and analysis of complex water quality investigations for the purpose of recommending water quality standards and classifications that holistically consider health equity and environmental justice principals. This work unit exists to serve as staff to the WQCC in the establishment of water quality classifications and standards for both surface and groundwater in the state. The unit also serves as staff to the WQCC in their policy development and refinement with respect to water quality classifications and standards. This unit also provides technical assistance and support to other sections of the Water Quality Control Division (WQCD) develops standards implementation guidance and assists other department programs implementing water quality standards.
What Youll Be Doing:
This position exists within the Standards- Criteria Unit to conduct the periodic review of existing water quality standards and classifications and to develop new criteria. This work includes design formulation and analysis of complex water quality investigations for the purpose of recommending water quality standards and classifications that holistically consider health equity and environmental justice principals. This position also provides technical assistance and support to other sections of the Water Quality Control Division (WQCD) develops standards implementation guidance and assists other department programs implementing water quality standards.
Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
To be considered for this position you must meet one of the following options for consideration.
Option 1:
Six (6) years of experience in the establishment of water quality classifications and standards including conducting complex physical chemical and biological analyses; developing standards implementation guidance; considering health equity and environmental justice principles; and developing thoughtful and appropriate policy recommendations based on this information.
Option 2:
A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in biology environmental science environmental toxicology ecology or closely related life sciences field.
ANDTwo (2) yearsexperience in the establishment of water quality classifications and standards including conducting complex physical chemical and biological analyses; developing standards implementation guidance; considering health equity and environmental justice principles; and developing thoughtful and appropriate policy recommendations based on this information.
Option 3:
An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) in biology environmental science environmental toxicology ecology or closely related life sciences field will substitute for the required bachelors degree and one (1) year of experience. Any additional experience required will be determined on a case by case basis.
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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must be willing to:
- A pre-employment background check
- Must be willing to: Travel independently up to approximately 10% of the time. Travel will be in-state with approximately 1-5 overnight stays up to 5 weeks throughout the year. Must be able and willing to travel in a fleet truck to remote areas for extended periods with overnight stays. Must be willing and able to work in potentially adverse weather conditions.
Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies:
The preferred experience competencies and abilities that are highly desirable for this position and will be considered in selecting the successful candidate:
- A graduate degree in biology environmental science environmental toxicology ecology or closely related life sciences field.
- Relevant years of State service shall be considered.
- Experience education and interest in aquatic biology and/or human health toxicology and specific water quality parameters of concern in Colorado (e.g. nutrients metals selenium PFAS).
- Experience education and/or interest in applying health equity and environmental justice principles to inform environmental policy and regulation including supporting disproportionately impacted communities (including rural communities) in protecting and improving water quality.
- The ability to manage multiple overlapping projects and your own time collaborate effectively with internal and external partners independently research a wide range of topics locate obscure technical and regulatory documents and synthesize information into concise and effective written reports.
- The ability to think critically to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Experience managing data in programs such as Excel performing statistical data analyses using programs such as R and performing spatial analyses using programs such as ArcGIS.
- Experience collecting water quality samples aquatic biological samples and aquatic habitat data and use of associated equipment.
- Demonstrated application of attention to detail in accomplishing tasks no matter how small.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate technical information to audiences of varying backgrounds and effectively navigate and manage conflict.
- Experience implementing provisions of the federal Clean Water Act and other states/tribes water quality statutes regulations and/or policies.
Supplemental Information
A complete application packet must include:
- A completed State of Colorado application submitted online via by the application deadline.
A cover letter that 1) describes how your experience aligns with the minimum AND relevant preferred qualifications of this position and 2) why you are interested in this specific position and its focus on water quality standards that holistically consider health equity and environmental justice principles. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your application andMUST NOTexceed two (2) pages. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.
- If you are a veteran a copy of your DD214 attached to your application.
- If using education to qualify a copy of your college/university transcripts must be attached. Transcripts can be attached to your application.
The Selection Process:
- Part of or all of the comparative 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 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. 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 your 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 ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.
E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify including your rights and responsibilities.
You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
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 pre-employment 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 a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator at or call option 5.
Employment Type
Full-Time
