Job Description

Posting number: FAA02497-10/22/26

Department: Department of Public Health & Environment

Division: Hazardous Materials & Waste Management Division

Job classification: Environmental Protection Specialist II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Health, Waste Management

Summary

20261020133111_CDPHE .png

This posting is only open to current residents of the State of Colorado.

ABOUT CDPHE:

At the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, we are charged with protecting Colorado’s health and environment – a responsibility that affects every person and every community in the state. CDPHE is distinctive because we bring public health and environmental protection together under one agency, recognizing that healthy people depend on healthy places. Our teams prevent diseases and injury, respond to emergencies ranging from E.coli outbreaks to global pandemics, reduce air pollution, protect water quality, regulate health facilities, manage environmental hazards, perform advanced laboratory testing, provide birth and death records, and implement health promoting programs. We turn science and data into action, set statewide standards, and work alongside local public health agencies and community partners to meet Colorado’s most pressing health and environmental challenges. Working at CDPHE means applying your expertise to complex, consequential work that can improve lives across the state.

Our mission captures this broad portfolio of work: to advance Colorado’s health and protect the places we live, learn, work, and play. Our vision is a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations can thrive. Achieving the mission and vision takes bold action, talented people, broad partnerships, and a commitment to serving every Coloradan.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Hybrid work options may be available at the supervisor’s discretion and based on business needs. The position will be based at 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South Denver, CO 80246.
• The referral list generated by this position announcement may be used to fill multiple position vacancies and may be extended.

CDPHE Offers:

CDPHE offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to build a meaningful career in public service. Benefits include:

• Medical and dental plans.
• Colorado PERA retirement options, including defined benefit plan or defined contribution plan.
• Optional 401(K) and 457 retirement plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Potential flexible working arrangements
• 11 paid holidays per year and generous paid time off.
• Free parking and access to RTD bus lines.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee wellness programs.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Career opportunities throughout Colorado state government.

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Examples of duties

The Work Unit:

The purpose of the Federal Facility Remediation & Restoration Unit is to oversee the federal agencies (primarily

Department of Defense (DoD)) cleanup of environmental contamination located in Colorado. The Unit works with

federal agencies, state and local governments, businesses, and the general public to ensure that federal facility

cleanups or remedial actions are conducted in a manner which is protective of human health and the environment

and are consistent with state and federal law. The Unit oversees the remediation and closure of regulated waste

management units at numerous active sites, formerly used defense sites, or base realignment and closure sites.

Remediation is necessary due to contamination of environmental media from the improper management of

hazardous waste or hazardous substances and are usually conducted pursuant to RCRA or CERCLA. The Unit

provides technical assistance and approval regarding proper management of hazardous waste, characterization of

contaminated sites, and remediation of soil, surface water and groundwater. The Unit seeks and fosters public

involvement in selecting and carrying out actions, which are technically sound, cost effective, and timely. The

Unit works with stakeholders to ensure community involvement and institutes best practices in these efforts.

What You Will Do:

The position exists to represent the state’s interests by ensuring federal facilities comply with federal and state law

under CERCLA and RCRA. The position provides technical support and oversight of remediation activities at federal

facilities, verifying that the work aligns with the approved design specifications, work plans, and decision documents.

This position ensures that remedial actions are technically sound, cost-effective, satisfy all legal and regulatory

requirements, and are performed in a timely manner. To make these determinations, the position requires regulatory

expertise regarding the characterization and remediation of soil, surface water, and groundwater. In some cases, the

position may require regulatory expertise (or the willingness to learn) regarding the characterization and treatment of

per and polyfluoroalkyl substances and other emerging contaminants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represents the State as project manager for a variety of sites that require soil and groundwater remedial actions.
• Assesses and determines technical and regulatory adequacy of investigation reports, design documents,
• work plans, and decision documents submitted to the Unit, as they relate to remedial investigations,
• corrective measures studies, risk assessments, feasibility studies, and remedy selection and implementation
• at federal facilities.
• Ensures that remediation work plans, investigations, and reports for complex sites are technically adequate
• and comply with the regulations and approved plans by reviewing and evaluating: plans and reports that
• optimize the investigation of the site; the design, operation and maintenance of cleanup technologies; and
• plans and reports that document and evaluate the performance of operating remediation systems.
• Serves on task forces or teams, completes projects, attends meetings and performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Residency Requirement:

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

Class Code & Classification Description:

I3A3** Environmental Protection Specialist II

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only:

Six (6) years of full-time work experience in gathering, analyzing and interpreting analytical data, technical knowledge of remedial actions including soil groundwater cleanups or in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

Or

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education from an accredited college or university in biology, chemistry, geology, environmental science and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years

**You must substantiate that you meet the minimum qualifications when filling out the Work Experience section of the application. Failure to do so will result in the application not moving forward in the hiring process. “See resume” will not be accepted. Resumes are considered supplemental information and are not considered in the initial evaluation. In addition, part-time work will be prorated when determining whether minimum qualifications are met.**

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following highly desirable experience and competencies:

• Knowledge of federal and state statutes and regulations related to environmental remediation, specifically, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).
• An advanced degree in environmental sciences, geology, hydrology, engineering, waste management or closely related field
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports that include tables, figures, graphs and narrative
• Strong organizational and project management experience
• Public speaking experience
• Experience implementing or overseeing environmental investigations and remedial activities at federal facility sites
• Experience with theory and practice of soil and groundwater remediation
• Experience conducting technical reviews and/or inspections
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with keen attention to detail
• Knowledge and experience writing technical reports
• Ability to interpret regulations and statutes
• Strong verbal and written communications skills and effective listening skills
• Ability to multi-task and problem-solve
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with a wide range of audiences

Conditions of Employment

• Residency Requirement:
• This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
• A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
• Other Conditions of Employment:
• Ability to legally operate a vehicle. Annual medical monitoring with
• a respirator fit test.
• Physical Requirements: Must able to lift 20 pounds
• Travel: Yes, 1-2 times per month to site inspections with personal vehicle or fleet vehicle including during inclement weather.
• Appeal Rights:
• As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. 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 ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. Email address: dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov.

Supplemental information

A complete application packet must include:

• Completed State of Colorado application.
• If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) or diploma must be provided with application. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs 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.

CDPHE does not provide visa sponsorship at this time. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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 cdphe_benefits@state.co.us or call 303-692-2060, option 5.