Small Business Environmental Technical Assistant - EPS I - HYBRID

Full Job Description

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 needs.

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

Be BOLD and 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 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 Master’s 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: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Requirements

The Work Unit:
Section 507 of the federal Clean Air Act requires each state establish a program to assist small businesses with environmental compliance. The Small Business Assistance Program (SBAP)/Assistance Unit within the Planning and Policy Program assists small businesses with complying with regulations, policies, and programs as set forth by the Clean Air Act and promulgated by the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Air Quality Control Commission, and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (Department). In addition, the unit works to develop partnerships with other agencies and the regulated community to advance environmental and public health goals through the development of innovative policies, programs, and environmental projects.

What you will be doing:
The purpose of this position is to work to implement the purpose of SBAP. SBAP’s mission is to serve small businesses in Colorado by helping them understand, achieve, and maintain environmental compliance, and by assisting them in moving toward a more sustainable business environment.
Colorado SBAP technical assistance staff dedicate part of their time to direct compliance assistance for businesses and their other time to applied research projects that support new or emerging regulatory topics or areas of priority. SBAP technical assistance offers free and confidential environmental compliance support, outreach, and advocacy to eligible small businesses throughout Colorado. In addition to supporting small businesses, the program also assists other government entities such as county and city agencies.

Job Duties:
Technical assistance
Under the direct supervision and guidance of the SBAP/Assistance Unit Supervisor this position provides technical assistance for Division staff, industries regulated under federal and state environmental regulations, and other impacted entities and agencies.

Guidance and outreach
Under the direct supervision of the SBAP/Assistance Unit Supervisor this position researches and develops technical and implementation guidance and training for staff, the regulated community, and other stakeholders. This may include writing and distributing guidance materials or providing presentations.

Developing and Maintaining Subject Matter Expertise
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the SBAP/Assistance Unit Supervisor, attend and participate in meetings, seminars, classes, conferences, webinars, and self-study courses to maintain a current working knowledge of air pollution regulations, issues and practices.
Keep current with upcoming regulations, emerging issues, advancing pollution prevention and energy efficiency strategies, and effective methods of conducting technical environmental outreach.

Confer with others
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the SBAP/Assistance Unit Supervisor, confer with Division staff, other programs in the Division and Department, sister state agencies, other states, industry, the EPA, trade associations, and local governments to maintain communication and educate their members about environmental requirements, enlist their support, and help in environmental compliance matters.

Measure and report assistance performance
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the SBAP/Assistance Unit Supervisor, enter assistance efforts into the database for tracking purposes, identify and implement assistance performance metrics, and provide reports to the Division, EPA, and the National SBAP association about assistance provided. Provide customers with a survey on SBAP assistance, with the results tracked by the Small Business Liaison.

Other Duties as Assigned
Attends meetings, serves on task forces or teams, completes projects, 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.

Experience Only:

Five (5) years of experience in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, environmental compliance, technical regulation-based customer service, or a closely related field as determined by the department.

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, technical customer service, or a closely related field as determined by the department equal to five (5) years.

Relevant education includes bachelor's or advanced degrees in environmental science, environmental engineering, chemistry, atmospheric science, or related fields.

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

• Previous State Service related to the work assigned to the position
• Familiarity with federal and state air quality regulations, including Clean Air Act requirements and Colorado Air Quality Control Commission regulations
• Understanding of air pollution science, emission calculations, and pollution control technologies
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply complex environmental regulations to specific business scenarios
• Experience with environmental compliance assessments and regulatory applicability determinations
• The ability to communicate complex technical and regulatory information to diverse audiences, including those with limited technical backgrounds
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner and is capable of supporting complex projects with overlapping deadlines.
• Understanding of pollution prevention, energy efficiency, or sustainability practices
• Strong written communication skills, including experience developing guidance documents, compliance checklists, or training materials
• Experience conducting outreach, training, or technical assistance to regulated entities
• Ability to track and understand changes in environmental regulations and policy guidance.
• Ability to perform data querying, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Google Applications

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
• TRAVEL: Approximately 0-2 times per month, as needed. Approx. one out of state trip per year

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, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

Additional Information

A complete application packet must include:

• Completed State of Colorado application.
• RESUME
• 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 colorado.gov/jobs application.

The Selection Process:

1. 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.
2. 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.

3. 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 cdphe.humanresources@state.co.us or call 303-692-2060, option 5.