Indoor Environment Program Inspector EP INTERN HYBRID

Denver, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 4970 - 7340

Posted on: 02-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Department Information

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

This position will have 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.

APPLY EARLY! This position will close once 50 applications have been received.

Although the full salary range for this position is provided appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

Be BOLDand make a real difference...

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

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.

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
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

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to: of Job

The Work Unit:

The Indoor Environment Program exists to operate and enforce state-wide legislatively mandated programs in asbestos lead and Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and support the Environmental Protection Agency by developing regulations issuing permits and certificates (licenses) approving and auditing training courses inspecting sources for compliance with applicable regulations and taking appropriate enforcement action against sources companies and individuals found to be out of compliance. The Program also provides public assistance and outreach to all Coloradans.

What you will be doing

This position is being created to minimize exposure to asbestos and lead and to minimize environmental health impacts caused by CFCs by identifying potential health and safety problems evaluating and minimizing the seriousness of the problem and to help implement and enforce regulations.

Job Duties:

Field Inspections and Related Activities
Under the supervision of the Program Manager and Supervisors and with training from Environmental Protection Specialists in the Indoor Environment Program this position:

Monitors compliance with State and Federal regulations by conducting joint inspections and investigations either from complaints routinely scheduled inspections or targeted activities around the state. Sites include:
Waste disposal sites
Schools
CFC equipment sites and service facilities
Sites with scheduled asbestos and/or lead abatement projects
Buildings undergoing renovation
Facilities prior to demolition or post abatement
Other facilities that may present asbestos or lead health hazards to the public
Responds to emergencies natural disasters and asbestos spills as needed.
This position conducts asbestos and lead course audits to ensure compliance.

Review/Process Permits Notifications and Registrations
Under the supervision of the Program Manager and Supervisors and with training from Environmental Protection Specialists in the Indoor Environment Program this position:

Monitors compliance with statutory permitting and notification requirements by reviewing asbestos and lead abatement and demolition notifications
Reviews and processes CFC registration applications

Regulatory Enforcement Activities
Under the supervision of the Program Manager and Supervisors and with training from Environmental Protection Specialists in the Indoor Environment Program this position:

Assists with Program enforcement actions by investigating compiling and organizing enforcement case information
Receives training and experience regarding development and management of their own caseload

Public Outreach Activities
Under the supervision of the Program Manager and Supervisors and with training from Environmental Protection Specialists in the Indoor Environment Program this position:

Responds to requests from the public and regulated community by providing technical assistance on asbestos lead and CFC hazards State and Federal regulations and control measures to minimize or eliminate the potential for exposure
Conducts outreach efforts both written and spoken communication and collaborates among a wide variety of staff stakeholders partner agencies the AQCC and the EPA

Other Duties as Assigned
Attends meetings serves on task forces or teams completes projects and performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

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:
An applicant may meet the minimum qualifications for this job in one of two ways: They may qualify through their work experience alone or through a combination of education and work experience.

Experience Only:

Four (4) years of experience in environmental or physical sciences or an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in environmental or physical sciences a field of study or an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to the minimum requirements the successful candidate in this position will have the following experience:

Education and/or experience in contruction construction science or building systems
Excellent skills to include synthesizing analyzing and presenting technical information to both stakeholders and the general public
Experience conducting technical reviews and/or inspections
Knowledge and experience working with environmental regulations as related to site investigation and assessment
Knowledge and proficiency in all Microsoft Suite and Google applications
Experience communicating both orally and in writing to a wide range of partners
Ability to work well independently as well as in/with a team
Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
Introductory level understanding of environmental health principles
A desire to protect public health and the environment
An interest in public service
Completed coursework or practical experience in environmental health or science
Experience doing field work
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to multi-task

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
TRAVEL: 2-3 times a week visiting emissions testing facilities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Colorado Drivers License and must be able to take and pass asbestos and lead-based paint training courses.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: wear required personal protective equipment including respiratory protection and conduct light to moderate physical activity such as walking climbing ladders carrying field equipment and crawling.

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 packet must include:

Completed State of Colorado application.
COVER LETTER: Describing how your professional/supervisory experience aligns with the preferred qualifications of this position and what interests you in this position
Answered supplemental questions.
If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) or diploma must be provided with application. (if either are unavailable please email the department contact for this posting listed above)
If using work experience to qualify for this position please provide an adequate description in the work experience section of the application. Do not write see resume.
If you are a veteran a copy of your DD214 attached to your application.

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 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 about E-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 at or call option 5.

Required Experience:

Intern

Department InformationThis position is only open to Colorado state residents.This position will have 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.APPLY EARLY! This position will close once...