Minor Source Offsets Unit Supervisor: Physical Science Researcher/Scientist

Department Information

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

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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.

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 path. In 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

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Description of Job

Who We Are:

The State of Colorado is a national leader in addressing climate change and air pollution control. Join us as we protect the health and well-being of Coloradans by enforcing the state's air pollution laws and improving the quality of the air they breathe. The Air Pollution Control Division (APCD) has an exciting opportunity for you located in the newly formed Emission Credit Trading / Minor Source Offsets Unit within the Stationary Sources Program.

This work unit is tasked with implementing the Emission Reduction Credit (ERC) program. This program provides necessary planning and coordination for the creation and tracking of ERCs used by companies in certain permit applications. Professionals employed within the unit review applications for ERCs to determine if credits are attainable by the applicant. They maintain a registry of ERCs created and used, work with the permitting groups to develop language for air permits as it relates to required enforceable language needed for the creation of ERCs, and also work with the enforcement units to coordinate inspection schedules and requirements to ensure compliance with permits associated with ERCs.

What We Desire:

The work unit is looking for a professional to serve as a Unit Supervisor with the main responsibility of supervising technical staff and overseeing the development and implementation of the ERC registry. The ideal candidates we have already hired are motivated, take strong initiative, and have strong work ethics to promote a collaborative work environment. We are seeking a determined, self-starting individual to uphold this culture and work-life balance. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Providing oversight for the initial development and ongoing management of the ERC work unit, including the development of guidance documents, standard operating procedures, and implementation of the credit registry;

• Reviewing ERC applications and determining allowable credits;

• Creating guidance documents for diverse stakeholders;

• Plans, prioritizes, and assigns workload, and analyzes and monitors workflow and progress of subordinate staff;

• Writes and reviews position descriptions, recommends promotions or demotions, changes in pay, and signs personnel action forms;

• Initiates the hiring process, provides subject matter expertise , interviews applicants, and hires employees;

• Prepares briefings, reports, and summaries of technical assessments for Division staff, management, and other agencies and;

• 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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

Nine (9) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position. Relevant experience includes engineering, consulting, regulatory planning or related work in fields (as described below) including supervision of staff within the same field.

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to nine (9) years. Relevant education includes coursework, certification or degree in Atmospheric Chemistry, Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Environmental Engineering, Other Engineering Fields, Chemistry, Climate Initiatives, Data Management, Law or a Related Field.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

• Strong knowledge of Colorado and federal air quality laws and regulations (Clean Air Act, EPA regulations, Colorado statutes and regulations)

• Demonstrated experience implementing legislative, federal, or Clean Air Act programs and requirements

• Experience in budget and procurement management

• Demonstrated analytical and evaluative skills

• Demonstrated strength in written and verbal communication

• Strong project management and problem solving skills

• Experience leading initiatives and direct supervision of employees

• Experience promoting a culture of inclusivity and diversity

Conditions of Employment:

• Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE.

• The position may require travel for stakeholder meetings, conferences or seminars.

Appeal Rights: (Updated)

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 at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's 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 Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, atspb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

Supplemental Information

Supplemental Information:

A complete application packet must include:

• A completed State of Colorado application.

• Unofficial transcripts if using education to qualify

• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 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, of 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.

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, Dan McKenna, at daniel.mckenna@state.co.us or call 303-692-2060, option 5.