Environmental Protection Specialist I - Permit Writer - 618
Environmental Protection Specialist I - Permit Writer - 618
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Department Information
The job bulletin is only available to current permanent residents of the State of Colorado.
This job bulletin will be used to fill multiple Environmental Protection Specialist I positions.
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 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 linesGlendale 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 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 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 to regulate the beneficial reuse of reclaimed water and to control discharges of pollutants to publicly owned treatment works (POTWs) through implementation of the pretreatment program. These activities are mandated by the Colorado Water Quality addition the Section participates in the development of statutes regulations and policies related to the issuance and enforcement of such activities. The Section also develops Water Quality Planning targets (WQPTs) and provides compliance assistance and general public assistance. 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. All EPS work is under the review and approval of the WGL and/or UM.
The Domestic and Food Manufacturing Permits Unit (Unit 5) exists to complete work assigned to the Unit. Currently assigned work includes domestic hot springs and SIC 20- Food and Kindred dischargers to surface water individual permits and the following domestic surface water general permits; 100:1 dilution (COG590000) <100:1 dilution (COG591000). For the assigned permits the following types of permit actions are assigned to the unit: new renewal modifications and terminations. The unit also provides support to work assigned outside the unit on an as needed basis (e.g. regulatory guidance enforcement actions TMDL development). Unit staff provides general public assistance responding to inquiries and providing information for work planning and reporting for the permits assigned to the work unit.About the position
This position exists to implement environmental protection regulations through permit actions and other authorizations. Work is designed to train for the next higher level in the class series (EPS II) and prepare the permit writer to be an individual contributor and carry out established work processes and operations by following procedures techniques rules and regulations. This position performs the duties under the training and/or supervision of a team lead or supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
(Option 1)
Five (5) years of relevant work experience (e.g. engineering environmental consulting/science regulatory or water treatment operations).(Option 2)
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in biology chemistry environmental science geology environmental engineering hydrology watershed science or closely-related field.
AND
One year ofrelevant work experience (e.g. engineering environmental consulting/science regulatory or water treatment operations).
(Option 3)
A graduate degree in biology chemistry environmental science geology environmental engineering hydrology watershed science or closely-related field will substitute for the bachelors degree and one year of experience.
The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. Your resume will not be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications; only the work experience section of your application will be reviewed to determine this. See Resume statements on the application will not be addition part-time work will be prorated.
Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies
Demonstrated ability to interpret analyze and summarize water quality and/or surface water flow data and to report findings of analysis.
- Relevant years of State service shall be considered.
Experience applying numeric water quality requirements related to industrial and/or domestic wastewater treatment facilities.
Knowledge using or interpreting State or Federal Permit Regulations and/or experience with the Clean Water Act and Colorado Water Quality Control Act.
Knowledge of hydrology including Surface Water Flow Modeling.
Knowledge of storm water flows and/or contaminant characteristics from mining sites.
A strong knowledge of Excel software and applications.
Demonstrated experience manipulating large water quality or quantity datasets
Self accountable and a high level of initiative for high-quality and timely results
Ability to pay close attention to detail when completing work tasks.
Excellent communication skills
Ability to adapt quickly to change and easily consider new approaches
Foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others
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.
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 ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also applies to all charges of discrimination.
Supplemental Information
Applicant Checklist:The following must be submitted by the application deadline.
- A completed State of Colorado application submitted online via by the application deadline.
- A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.
- If using education to qualify a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts can be attached to your application.
The Selection Process: Applicants will be notified at each step in the selection process via email. Emails will come from- 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 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.
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 at or call option 5.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
