PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER III - Section Manager - 2701
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER III - Section Manager - 2701
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The closing date for this job announcement has been extended to August 27 2025 at 5:00 pm.
This position is only open for permanent residents of the State of Colorado.
This position will have remote and hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.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 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: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 flexibleretirement benefitsincluding a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus optional 401K and 457 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
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to: 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
The Work Unit:
The Engineering Section exists to address for the public governmental entities the regulated community and the department those technical and regulatory issues primarily related to compliance assistance and compliance assurance for drinking water and wastewater treatment facilities (and other discharging facilities). These issues include the following activities: water and wastewater engineering plan review and approval; technical and compliance assistance; regulation and policy development; and provision of engineering technical services in support of the divisions programs that provide financial assistance for drinking water and wastewater treatment facility construction.
What You Will Be Doing:
This position is a second level supervisor responsible for the managing three unit managers with an overall section size involving supervision of about 22 technical and administrative staff level FTE. This oversight is guided by the development and implementation of a comprehensive section work plan that maintains alignment with the applicable federal department and division missions and goals. This oversight includes fashioning the strategy and tactics for the Engineering Section to support higher level strategic plans. This position inspires unit managers and staff to embrace the division mission and vision and to be committed to implementation of the applicable program priorities. This position is expected to be a leader amongst stakeholders to engender respect for the divisions role in implementing the various policy and regulatory/policy development activities within the section. This position supports Safe Drinking Water and Clean Water Programs efforts to advance Colorados position with EPA and state stakeholders on emerging initiatives and provides information regarding the value associated with a state implemented program that results in increased willingness to support continued program funding. This position allocates staff and operating and travel resources based on the section work plan priorities to address the most pressing public health and environmental issues.
This position provides overall management of the technical and regulatory support services mentioned above by establishing strategic direction developing a comprehensive section work plan and supervising unit managers and support positions. This position oversees the efficient completion of engineering plan reviews facility planning plus regulation and policy development. This position allocates staff and operating and travel budget resources in accordance with the priorities based on the section work plan and public health and environmental issues.Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Current registration as a professional engineer issued or recognized as equivalent by the Colorado Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors or able to obtain reciprocity in Colorado within six months of hire.
ANDThree years of engineering experience in the design and/or operation of wastewater (industrial or domestic) and/or drinking water treatment facilities one year of which must have been at the level of unit supervisor staff authority or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
Theexceptional applicantwill be an experienced engineer and will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:Knowledge of local issues and concerns in the program area;
Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;
Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
knowledge and experience including current working knowledge of water and wastewater related engineeringprocesses theories laws principles conceptual models and best practices;
A history of progressively responsible project management experience;
Knowledge of applicable Federal and State policies regulations and statutes;
Project or management experience including the ability to successfully plan organize and manage or oversee multiple concurrent projects of varying complexities;
Experience working with general public professionals special interest groups elected or appointed officials;
Experience identifying and analyzing problems using sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions;
Being open to change and new information; adapting behavior and work methods in response to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles;
Ability to partner with professionals consultants vendors stakeholders and staff with sensitivity to their needs and priorities to accomplish the organizations goals;
Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;
Strong analytical reasoning problem solving and decision making ability;
Excellent planning organizational time and project management skills and experience;
Excellent facilitation presentation and communication skills both written and oral;
Experience managing budgets to ensure cost effectiveness of projects or programs;
Proven ability to collaborate and build relationships;
Experience negotiating with individuals or groups to find mutually acceptable solutions; experience building consensus through give and take;
Flexibility/adaptability in response to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles;
Ability to work effectively in independent and team situations;
Ability to implement effective change management;
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.
- Must maintain the ability and willingness to independently travel to perform site visits and meet with a variety of stakeholders. Travel occurs throughout the state. Some overnight stays may be necessary.
Supplemental Information
A complete application packet must include:
- A completed State of Colorado application.
- Answer to supplemental questions.
- A copy of your Colorado PE License showing an active status in good standing.
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 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:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
