ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST I - Waste Tire Compliance - Grand Junction - 901

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　　ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST I - Waste Tire Compliance - Grand Junction - 901

　　Salary

　　$5,214.00 - $7,702.00 Monthly

　　Location

　　Grand Junction, CO

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　FAA00901-01/18/24

　　Department

　　Department of Public Health & Environment

　　Division

　　Hazardous Materials & Waste Management Division

　　Opening Date

　　01/18/2024

　　Closing Date

　　1/31/2024 5:00 PM Mountain

　　FLSA

　　Determined by Position

　　Primary Physical Work Address

　　222 S. Sixth Street, Room 232, Grand Junction, CO 81501

　　FLSA Status

　　Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

　　Description

　　Benefits

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　　Department Information

　　This position will be primarily working in the Western Slope and mountain areas around the Grand Junction, Colorado area.

　　This position is only for current permanent residents of the State of Colorado.

　　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.

　　Be BOLD....Make a REAL difference . . . and join us in serving our communities in advancing Colorado's health and protecting the places we live, w ork, learn, and play, to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.

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　　Description of Job

　　About the work unit:

　　This work unit exists to protect human health and the environment by assuring the safe management of solid waste at solid waste disposal sites and facilities through: ensuring proper storage, treatment and disposal of solid wastes; remediating contaminated facilities and sites; conducting inspections; and providing outreach to industry, governmental entities, and interested stakeholders via guidance development, training and technical and regulatory assistance. In addition, the unit collects, analyzes and reports on data associated with solid waste flow and materials management, recycling, and reuse within Colorado.

　　What you'll be doing:

　　The position exists to implement the regulatory compliance requirements of the waste tire program. The waste tire program includes periodic registration of waste tire facilities, periodic issuance of decals to waste tire facilities and hauling vehicles, inspections of waste tire facilities, developing training for fire departments for response to tire fires and training for law enforcement agencies in the enforcement of waste tire regulations, assist in maintaining an abatement list for illegal waste tire disposal areas throughout the state, assists in developing annual reports to the Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission and Legislature, developing and maintaining pertinent information on the Division's web page including an online complaint system, and working with the Department of Public Safety in reviewing fire safety plans submitted by waste tire facilities.

　　Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

　　To be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate that you meet one of the following options outlining the requirements needed for consideration.

　　OPTION ONE:

　　Five (5) years of full-time work experience investigating and remediating contaminated properties, conducting technical reviews, and authoring documents that demonstrate a knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements.

　　OPTION TWO:

　　A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in biology, chemistry, geology, environmental science, engineering (chemical, environmental), industrial hygiene, or a related field.

　　AND

　　One (1) year of experience investigating and remediating contaminated properties, conducting technical reviews, and authoring documents that demonstrate a knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements.

　　OPTION THREE:

　　Masters from an accredited college or university in biology, chemistry, geology, environmental science, engineering (chemical, environmental), industrial hygiene, or a related field may substitute for the professional experience on a year-for-year basis. (Substitution)

　　Substitutions

　　A combination of professional experience in biology, chemistry, geology, environmental science, engineering, as described in the minimum qualifications above, which provided the same kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education, may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the bachelor's degree.

　　NOTE: Click on the link here How to Apply (https://youtu.be/vUwZiY6G24U) to submit a complete application that documents your work history giving details of your qualifications, including how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position when listing your work history.

　　* YOU MUST ATTACH A COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS TO YOUR APPLICATION*

　　Preferred Qualifications and Essential Competencies:

　　The preferred experience, competencies, and abilities are highly desirable for this position and will be considered in selecting the successful candidate:

　　Knowledge and experience providing oversight of the characterization and remediation of contaminated sites.

　　Experience conducting technical reviews, audits and/or inspections.

　　Strong analytical and organizational skills, with keen attention to details.

　　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 customers.

　　Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

　　Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

　　Ability to collaborate and achieve consensus with a variety of customers and

　　organizations.

　　Experience providing compliance assistance.

　　Ability to work well independently as well as in/with a team.

　　Keen attention to detail.

　　Ability to interpret and analyze data.

　　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. As a condition of employment, you will be required to submit to a background check if offered the position.

　　This position requires in-state (primarily on the Western Slope and mountain regions) travel of up to 50% during the year for site inspections.

　　APPEAL RIGHTS

　　If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

　　An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email [email protected] ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

　　For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

　　Supplemental Information

　　Application packet must include:

　　Complete application we do not accept a resume in lieu of application.

　　A copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable).

　　If you are a veteran, attach a copy of your DD214 to your application.

　　The Selection Process:

　　Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of preferred qualifications and the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).

　　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 Sta tes. Learn more about E-Verify (http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify) , including your rights and responsibilities.

　　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.

　　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, Daniel McKenna at [email protected] or call 303-692-6319 .

　　Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.