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Denver, CO - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 2293 - 3387

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Department Information




This job bulletin is only open to current permanent residents of the State of Colorado.
This is a HYBRID position (Please note this arrangement can be subject to change).
The EPS Intern position is a full-time position that is eligible for a future promotional opportunity to an EPS I followed by EPS II classification if position competencies are demonstrated


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.


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 careerposition that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Colorado citizens. 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 tobacco-free campus offers free parking and is conveniently located near RTD bus lines Glendale City Set and the Cherry Creek bike addition to a great location and rewarding meaningful work we offer:

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.

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to:
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About the Work Unit:

The Permits Section exists to develop and issue discharge permit actions (new renewal modification termination) for discharges of pollutants from point sources to waters of the state. These activities are mandated by the Colorado Water Quality addition the Unit participates in the development of statutes regulations and policies related to the implementation issuance and enforcement of such activities and defends permit actions when needed. The work of the Permits Section is distributed across multiple work units. This permit writer position resides in one of the work units included in the Permits Section.


Unit 3: The Industrial and Natural Resources Extraction Permits Unit exists to complete work assigned to the Unit. Assigned work includes process water/mine water (including mining stormwater) for most industrial dischargers to surface water individual permits (with some exceptions notably SIC 20- Food and Kindred hot springs and non-contact cooling water) and the following general permits; coal mining (COG850000) oil and gas (COG840000) sand and gravel process and stormwater combined (COG500000) and storm water discharges associated with all mining (extractive) activity.


Additional core work assigned to the unit includes evaluations of perpetual discharges under Policy WQP-1 and oversight of the implementation of the Federal 316(b) rule. The unit also provides support to work assigned outside the unit on an as needed and as prioritized basis (e.g. regulatory guidance enforcement actions TMDL development standards development DSV implementation etc). Unit staff provide general public assistance responding to inquiries on unit topics and provide information for work planning and reporting for the permits assigned to the work unit.

What you will be doing:
This position exists to train as an EPS intern water quality permit writer to implement technology and water-quality-based regulations and policies to protect human health and the environment through permit actions. Work is designed to train for the next higher level in the class series (EPS I) and prepare the permit writer to be an individual contributor and carry out established work processes and operations by learning to apply and follow procedures techniques rules and regulations. The individual filling this position will be new to the Division and an entry level water permit writer. The individual will need to undergo complete training to implement environmental protection regulations through permit actions. It is expected that during this training period the permit action assignments will be more structured and straightforward. The individual will need to understand the basic theories and principles of physical sciences including hydrology mathematical equations basic statistics and water chemistry.

Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

Four (4) years of relevant experience in environmental engineering environmental consulting environmental science


OR


Education and Experience:

A combination of related education inchemistry biology engineering environmental science geology water resources watershed science hydrology or a closely-related technical field and/or relevant experience in environmental engineering environmental consulting environmental science equal to four (4) years


*This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. See Resume will not be addition part-time work will be prorated.
**A copy of your transcript must be submitted at the time of application if using education to meet minimum qualifications(Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.)

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:


  • Experience or familiarity with water quality data.

  • Relevant years of State service shall be considered.

  • Experience or familiarity with applied hydrology/steam flows and/or lake mixing.

  • Environmental regulatory experience.

  • Knowledge of industrial stormwater (preferably mining)

  • Knowledge of basic chemistry regarding surface water wastewater and/or treatment chemicals.

  • Familiarity with the Clean Water Act or the Colorado Water Quality Control Act.

  • Experience working with databases and manipulating large numeric datasets.

  • Experience working with standardized procedures and making decisions based on the standardized procedures.

  • Experience with mining and/or extractive industries.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills including the ability to make timely judgments and decisions.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs.

  • Experience with conflict resolution.

  • Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize work activities.


Conditions of Employment:
Pursuant to CDPHE policy a criminal history background check is required for all positions at CDPHE.


Appeal Rights:


An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.


As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.


Review of the completed signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email atwithin ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Departments action.


For further information on the Board Rules you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1 State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures Chapter 8 Resolution of Appeals and Disputes at Information

A Complete Application Must Include:

The Selection Process


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.


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 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 reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator Dan McKenna at or call option 5.


Required Experience:

Intern

Employment Type

Full-Time

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