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 S Dr, Glendale, CO 80246
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 th e Public Service Loan Forgiveness
The Work Unit:
This work unit operates and enforces three legislatively mandated programs: chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), lead-based paint abatement, and asbestos. The CFC section reduces CFC emissions and protects public health and the environment from the damaging effects of uncontrolled releases of ozone-depleting compounds into the atmosphere. The Lead-Based Paint section protects the public, especially children, from the health hazards associated with exposure to deteriorating lead-based paint, as well as lead-contaminated dust and soil in target housing and child-occupied facilities. The Asbestos section protects the public from the health hazards associated with exposure to asbestos resulting from renovation and demolition activities.
What You Will Do:
This position exists to minimize exposure to asbestos, lead, and CFCs by identifying potential health and safety hazards, evaluating and mitigating their impact, and assisting with regulatory implementation and enforcement. Key responsibilities include field staff oversight by monitoring assigned field staff (including EPS Interns, I's, and II's), training new team members, assigning tasks, and evaluating work progress and deliverables; technical guidance by providing advanced technical direction on projects that exceed the complexity handled by an EPS II; and performance feedback by providing input to unit supervisors for staff performance evaluations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Inspections and Enforcement
• Monitors compliance with State and Federal regulations by conducting independent inspections and investigations, either from complaints, routinely scheduled inspections or targeted activities around the state and must be able to independently travel by car.
• Sites inspected include schools, waste disposal sites, buildings with CFC sources, sites with scheduled asbestos and/or lead abatement projects, buildings undergoing renovation, facilities prior to demolition or post abatement, or other facilities that may present asbestos or lead health hazards to the public.
• Responds to emergencies, natural disasters and spills as needed or assigned. Also works to develop enforcement actions by investigating, compiling and organizing enforcement case information.
• The position works with program management and staff to ensure enforcement documents are developed and sent out in a timely manner. The position participates in notice of violation conferences, determination of penalties and settlement discussions.
• Permitting
• This position monitors compliance with statutory permitting and notification requirements by reviewing asbestos, lead abatement, and demolition notifications. This role also monitors compliance by reviewing variances submitted by contractors and consultants and processing CFC registrations.
• Programmatic Development/Improvement including Outreach Activities
• Works with the IEP Program Manager and Field Operations Supervisors on the development and/or review of new and existing policies for asbestos, lead and CFC inspection, permitting and enforcement procedures.
• Assists in developing new procedures to streamline the review and issuance of permits and registrations.
• Takes part in any active process to review and update existing regulations.
• Responds to requests from the public and regulated community to provide 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 covering asbestos, lead, and CFC hazards, as well as applicable regulations and requirements, including developing presentations.
• Work Lead
• Assigns work, monitors workflow and progress of field staff (EPS Intern's, EPS I, and EPS II) to verify quality and quantity of services and products meet standards, timeliness, and contribute to accomplishing the unit’s work plan objectives
• Identifies training needs to communicate to the supervisor, provides in-the-field technical training for field staff on all aspects of conducting asbestos, lead and CFC inspections, investigations, including evidence collection, documentation and chain-of-custody procedures, and course audits
• Implement methods, procedures, and processes to improve workflow and productivity
• Monitors employee performance, provide feedback and coaching to staff on work and projects, and contribute to each assigned employee’s performance plans and evaluations
• Position serves as first level trainer, conducting and overseeing permitting training for field staff
• Provides guidance to field staff regarding assignments and projects, monitor status of project progress for emergencies such as fires, floods, and tornadoes
• Reviews attendance, workplace behavior, communication, and competencies with field staff regarding completion of inspection and enforcement duties; reviews and processes asbestos and lead abatement permit applications, demolition notifications, and CFC registrations; program development/improvement; and outreach activities.
• Administers work schedule standards
• Other Duties as Assigned
• Attends meetings, serves on task forces or teams, completes projects, and performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
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:
I3A4** Environmental Protection Specialist III
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:
Eight (8) years of experience in environmental regulation of asbestos, lead-based paint, and/or chlorofluorocarbons or similar work.
Or
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education (environmental degrees or physical sciences) and/or relevant experience in environmental regulation of asbestos, lead-based paint, and/or chlorofluorocarbons or similar work equal to eight (8) 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:
• Relevant experience with the State of Colorado
• Experience with Colorado's asbestos, ozone depleting refrigerants, and lead-based paint regulations
• Conducting environmental regulatory compliance inspections, including Colorado Regulation 8, Part B - asbestos; AHERA; and the asbestos NESHAP.
• Providing training to others for conducting environmental regulatory compliance inspections
• Developing and completing education and outreach activities about regulatory programs to both stakeholders and the general public
• Understanding and explaining State and Federal air quality regulations in order to provide compliance information and technical guidance to the public and regulated entities
• Enforcing environmental regulations by investigating, compiling and organizing enforcement case information
• Monitoring compliance with statutory permitting and notification requirements by reviewing asbestos and lead abatement and demolition notifications
• Reviewing requests for variances from environmental regulatory requirements
• Responding to requests from the public and regulated community to provide technical assistance on asbestos, lead and CFC hazards, State and
• Federal regulations, and control measures to minimize or eliminate the potential for exposure
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
• Residency Requirement Options:
• 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.
• TRAVEL: 30% of time to conduct compliance inspections and other required activities throughout the state.
• SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: The person filling this position must be able to take and pass asbestos and lead-based paint certification courses
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 .
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
• 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.
