ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST I - Field Unit II - 576
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST I - Field Unit II - 576
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Department Information
This position is open only to Colorado state residents
IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a term-limited positionand funding cannot be guaranteed beyond August 31 2028. The incumbent in this position must be willing and able to resign on this date or when funds run out whichever comes first.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 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 long-term 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 work-life programs such as flexible schedules and a variety of employee resource groups
Description of Job
Work Unit
The Field Services Section exists to address for the public governmental entities the regulated community and the Department technical and regulatory issues primarily related to compliance assistance and compliance assurance for drinking water and wastewater treatment facilities (and other discharging facilities) including the following activities: compliance evaluation inspections and sanitary surveys; technical and compliance assistance; regulation and policy development and provision of technical services in support of the Water Quality Control Divisions (Division) programs to provide financial assistance for drinking water and wastewater treatment facility construction.
Position Description
Working in central Colorado this position exists to perform track and assist in managing to completion a broad array of tasks associated with planning and coordinating sanitary surveys at community and non-community suppliers in the Field Unit II region. Major elements of position responsibilities include providing assistance to the public providing compliance assistance to facilities and individuals regulated by the Division and taking action to assure regulatory compliance by regulated entities through field investigations and direct contact with the public and regulated community. Additionally the position will work closely with other FSS staff who conduct sanitary surveys. The position involves work in the field of environmental science requiring the independent selection of courses of action and the resolution of problems within a broad framework of environmental and administrative guidelines.
Job DutiesPositions in this level learn the procedures regulations policies and statutes associated with field based compliance work. Either as a team member or under the direction of a supervisor or work leader positions perform technical field work that consists of evaluations of treatment facility operations and performance compliance inspections for drinking water treatment facilities field response and support of drinking water emergencies. Under the direct supervision of a work leader or manager positions may provide support for enforcement and other technical field-based compliance assurance activities and provide assistance to the public and facilities regulated by the Division. This position is in Field Unit 2 located in the Salida office.
Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
- (Option 1)
Five (5) years of professional experience which included regulatory compliance conducting field inspections and/or enforcement related activities related to environmental protection (This experience must be substantiated within the work history section of your application. The words See Resume will not be additionpart-time work will be pro-rated.OR
Five years of professional experience that provides knowledge of the implementation and/or oversight of programs to meet the requirements of Federal or state primary drinking water regulations.OR
(Option 2)Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelorsbiology chemistry engineering environmental science geology hydrology or closely-related field will substitute for the experience
AND
One(1) year of professional experience included regulatory compliance conductingfield inspections and/or enforcement related activities related to environmental protection.OR
(Option 3)A masters degree from an accredited college or university in biology microbiology physical or health science environmental health or related field may be substituted for the bachelors degree and one year of experience. Work experience demonstrating competencies equivalent to the competencies learned through completion of the required educationmay be substituted on a year for year basis for the general education.Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in drinking water and/or wastewater treatment
- Experience in understanding the requirements specified in Regulation 11.
- Operator certification in drinking water and/or distribution system clean water or collection system operation in the state of Colorado.
- Demonstrated experience with Word Excel Access and PowerPoint
- Regulatory compliance experience via field-based compliance inspections
- Demonstrated commitment to public and customer service
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others
- Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and maintain organization
- Ability to present ideas accurately effectively and concisely both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrated work behaviors that reflect an awareness of the link between job responsibilities and overall organizational goals and needs
- Careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks
- Excellent listening skills including giving full attention not interrupting and asking questions to fully understand the points being made
- Relevant years of State service shall be considered
Conditions of Employment
- A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Should your background check reveal any charges and convictions it is your responsibility to provide the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Human Resources office with an official disposition of any charges.
- This position requires the ability to travel independently throughout the state up to 30% of the time including overnight stays. Ability to operate a vehicle in order to perform assigned duties of the position.
- Crucial Status: Must be willing to be on-call in the event of an emergency (e.g. bio-terrorist attack chemical attack disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time travel restrictions may be in place.
Supplemental Information
A complete application packet must include:
1. A completed State of Colorado application.
2. If using education to qualify or to demonstrate completion of preferred coursework a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts can be attached to your CO Jobs application. Late transcripts will not be accepted.
3. A Cover Letter that describes how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.
4. Answer to supplemental questions.
The Selection Process
1. 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.
2. 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 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.
3. 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 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.
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 ator call option 5.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
