Emission Reduction Credit Specialist - PSRS I - HYBRID
State of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Department Information
This position is only open to Colorado state residents. 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 need. 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. Benefits
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 401(k) 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 Description of Job
The Work Unit
This work unit exists to implement the Emission Reduction Credit (ERC) program. The program provides necessary planning and coordination of the creation and tracking of ERCs required for use by companies in certain major source permit applications. The unit reviews applications for ERCs and determines if credits are attainable by the applicant. It works with the permitting groups to develop language for air permits as it relates to required enforceable language needed for the creation of ERCs, and it also works with the enforcement units to coordinate verification to ensure compliance with the emission reductions and permits associated with ERCs. The unit develops and implements internal workflows across different units, maintains a registry of ERCs created and used, and develops standard operating procedures for creating, transferring, and using credits. It conducts research on other states’ programs and their implementation as well as research on EPA guidance on ERCs. What You Will Be Doing
The purpose of this position is to conduct science‑based reviews of applications for ERC using mathematics, chemistry, physics, and engineering sciences in conjunction with the applicable federal and state regulatory framework and internal APCD policies. You will carry out established work processes and operations by applying and following ERC review procedures, guidance, policies and regulations. You will conduct and review science‑based estimates of emissions of air pollutants and determine if the proposed emission reductions have been appropriately calculated, meet all the regulatory requirements, and are therefore creditable. You will also review and approve applications for the use of ERCs as offsets for Nonattainment New Source Review. In conducting these reviews and making these determinations, you routinely interact with permit engineers, Compliance & Enforcement Program staff, and State Implementation Plan (SIP) Unit staff to discuss and coordinate the approval of emission factors, methods for estimating emissions, effectiveness of air pollution control equipment and/or control measures, and appropriate enforcement mechanisms. You also routinely interact with industry representatives applying for ERC certification and/or ERC transaction approvals, and provide information and assistance to them and/or to the general public in regard to interpreting and understanding applicable regulations and the ERC process. This position is a first‑working‑level program specialist and consequently it is expected that work will be assigned and checked by more experienced staff or the supervisor. Job Duties
Conducts analysis of emissions calculations submitted with applications for ERC certification and use.
With guidance from the supervisor and/or other experienced staff, you will analyze emissions calculations submitted with the ERC applications to determine if they are correct and if the emission factors used and technical assumptions made are scientifically sound, are applicable to the type of facility involved in the ERC application, and follow methodologies accepted by EPA and the APCD. When conducting these analyses, you will research and collect data related to different industrial processes and emission control technologies, identify emission points, and apply principles of mathematics, physics, chemistry and environmental science to reach conclusions and make decisions as to whether the proposed emission reductions have been properly calculated and are creditable according to the criteria in existing state and federal regulations and APCD policies. You will also use all those mathematical and scientific principles along with the collected data, to calculate the amount of credits to be issued based on the approved emission reductions. Use the Emissions Credit Trading/Minor Source Offsets Unit database for storing and tracking Emission Reduction Credits and to generate reports with ERC statistics.
Under guidance from the unit supervisor, you will use and maintain the Emissions Credit Trading/Minor Source Offsets Unit database for the tracking of ERCs certificates and their use. You will assist the unit supervisor in identifying potential areas of improvement for the database and in documenting and executing those improvement projects. You will work with OIT’s programmers in ERCs database improvement projects. You will generate periodic reports with relevant statistics on ERC certifications and transactions and in general on the work performed by the Emissions Credit Trading/Minor Source Offsets Unit. Provides Technical Support and Develops and Maintains Guidance.
You will provide technical support to the Stationary Sources Program and the public as needed. You will interact with applicants and the general public to provide information and guidance and to clarify official policy and procedures pertaining to the ERC Program. You will also support other division units in their implementation of ERCs or in other areas of air pollution control, conduct research and technical assessments on air quality‑related topics, prepare reports and make recommendations to the unit supervisor. You will identify, develop and implement process improvements for the unit, including revisions of ERC guidance. Participates in training, performance reviews, and timecard entries.
You will participate in professional, position‑related training and development activities including technical training. You will attend performance reviews and staff meetings, complete KRONOS entries, and assist the supervisor in the training and mentoring of less experienced staff. Other Duties As Assigned.
You will attend meetings, serve on task forces or teams, complete projects, and perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Residency Requirement
The post is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
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.
Five (5) years of experience in emissions banking and trading, air quality permits, air quality, environmental engineering, environmental consulting, environmental science, or a closely related field as determined by the department. Education and Experience.
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in emissions banking and trading, air quality permits, air quality, environmental engineering, environmental consulting, environmental science, or a closely related field as determined by the department equal to five (5) years. Preferred Qualifications
Extensive experience developing and/or reviewing complex air quality permits and/or emission reduction credits, highly preferred Researching and interpreting Federal and State air quality regulations Conducting science‑based estimates of emissions of air pollutants Experience with Nonattainment New Source Review (NANSR) Knowledge of the Federal Clean Air Act Strong interpersonal and communication skills Excellent organizational, process improvement, and project management skills Ability to set, track, and accomplish priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity Experience explaining technical processes to non‑technical individuals orally and in writing Managing time and delegating effectively Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all partners Conditions of Employment
A pre‑employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. TRAVEL: Yes, attend conferences, trainings, meetings, etc. Appeal Rights
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. Supplemental Information
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. 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 DD‑214 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. 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 with 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.
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This position is only open to Colorado state residents. 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 need. 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. Benefits
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 401(k) 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 Description of Job
The Work Unit
This work unit exists to implement the Emission Reduction Credit (ERC) program. The program provides necessary planning and coordination of the creation and tracking of ERCs required for use by companies in certain major source permit applications. The unit reviews applications for ERCs and determines if credits are attainable by the applicant. It works with the permitting groups to develop language for air permits as it relates to required enforceable language needed for the creation of ERCs, and it also works with the enforcement units to coordinate verification to ensure compliance with the emission reductions and permits associated with ERCs. The unit develops and implements internal workflows across different units, maintains a registry of ERCs created and used, and develops standard operating procedures for creating, transferring, and using credits. It conducts research on other states’ programs and their implementation as well as research on EPA guidance on ERCs. What You Will Be Doing
The purpose of this position is to conduct science‑based reviews of applications for ERC using mathematics, chemistry, physics, and engineering sciences in conjunction with the applicable federal and state regulatory framework and internal APCD policies. You will carry out established work processes and operations by applying and following ERC review procedures, guidance, policies and regulations. You will conduct and review science‑based estimates of emissions of air pollutants and determine if the proposed emission reductions have been appropriately calculated, meet all the regulatory requirements, and are therefore creditable. You will also review and approve applications for the use of ERCs as offsets for Nonattainment New Source Review. In conducting these reviews and making these determinations, you routinely interact with permit engineers, Compliance & Enforcement Program staff, and State Implementation Plan (SIP) Unit staff to discuss and coordinate the approval of emission factors, methods for estimating emissions, effectiveness of air pollution control equipment and/or control measures, and appropriate enforcement mechanisms. You also routinely interact with industry representatives applying for ERC certification and/or ERC transaction approvals, and provide information and assistance to them and/or to the general public in regard to interpreting and understanding applicable regulations and the ERC process. This position is a first‑working‑level program specialist and consequently it is expected that work will be assigned and checked by more experienced staff or the supervisor. Job Duties
Conducts analysis of emissions calculations submitted with applications for ERC certification and use.
With guidance from the supervisor and/or other experienced staff, you will analyze emissions calculations submitted with the ERC applications to determine if they are correct and if the emission factors used and technical assumptions made are scientifically sound, are applicable to the type of facility involved in the ERC application, and follow methodologies accepted by EPA and the APCD. When conducting these analyses, you will research and collect data related to different industrial processes and emission control technologies, identify emission points, and apply principles of mathematics, physics, chemistry and environmental science to reach conclusions and make decisions as to whether the proposed emission reductions have been properly calculated and are creditable according to the criteria in existing state and federal regulations and APCD policies. You will also use all those mathematical and scientific principles along with the collected data, to calculate the amount of credits to be issued based on the approved emission reductions. Use the Emissions Credit Trading/Minor Source Offsets Unit database for storing and tracking Emission Reduction Credits and to generate reports with ERC statistics.
Under guidance from the unit supervisor, you will use and maintain the Emissions Credit Trading/Minor Source Offsets Unit database for the tracking of ERCs certificates and their use. You will assist the unit supervisor in identifying potential areas of improvement for the database and in documenting and executing those improvement projects. You will work with OIT’s programmers in ERCs database improvement projects. You will generate periodic reports with relevant statistics on ERC certifications and transactions and in general on the work performed by the Emissions Credit Trading/Minor Source Offsets Unit. Provides Technical Support and Develops and Maintains Guidance.
You will provide technical support to the Stationary Sources Program and the public as needed. You will interact with applicants and the general public to provide information and guidance and to clarify official policy and procedures pertaining to the ERC Program. You will also support other division units in their implementation of ERCs or in other areas of air pollution control, conduct research and technical assessments on air quality‑related topics, prepare reports and make recommendations to the unit supervisor. You will identify, develop and implement process improvements for the unit, including revisions of ERC guidance. Participates in training, performance reviews, and timecard entries.
You will participate in professional, position‑related training and development activities including technical training. You will attend performance reviews and staff meetings, complete KRONOS entries, and assist the supervisor in the training and mentoring of less experienced staff. Other Duties As Assigned.
You will attend meetings, serve on task forces or teams, complete projects, and perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Residency Requirement
The post is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
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.
Five (5) years of experience in emissions banking and trading, air quality permits, air quality, environmental engineering, environmental consulting, environmental science, or a closely related field as determined by the department. Education and Experience.
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in emissions banking and trading, air quality permits, air quality, environmental engineering, environmental consulting, environmental science, or a closely related field as determined by the department equal to five (5) years. Preferred Qualifications
Extensive experience developing and/or reviewing complex air quality permits and/or emission reduction credits, highly preferred Researching and interpreting Federal and State air quality regulations Conducting science‑based estimates of emissions of air pollutants Experience with Nonattainment New Source Review (NANSR) Knowledge of the Federal Clean Air Act Strong interpersonal and communication skills Excellent organizational, process improvement, and project management skills Ability to set, track, and accomplish priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity Experience explaining technical processes to non‑technical individuals orally and in writing Managing time and delegating effectively Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all partners Conditions of Employment
A pre‑employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. TRAVEL: Yes, attend conferences, trainings, meetings, etc. Appeal Rights
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. Supplemental Information
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. 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 DD‑214 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. 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 with 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.
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