ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SPECIALIST II
State of Colorado, Grand Junction, Colorado, United States, 81503
Position Overview
Environmental Protection Specialist II – Grand Junction, Colorado.
Hybrid position (offices available; arrangement may change).
This position is only open to current, permanent residents of the State of Colorado.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion in hiring and advancement.
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, flexible retirement benefits – 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
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
What You Will Be Doing This position acts as a project manager assisting with the implementation of the Colorado uranium mill tailings program and the solid waste permitting program. The role ensures adequate storage, treatment, and disposal of solid waste and uranium mill tailings, and assures adequate remediation of contaminated sites by investigating, analyzing, and evaluating the geology, geophysics, hydrogeology, and geotechnical aspects of regulated facilities; reviewing technical data; inspecting facilities; overseeing certain activities at facilities; writing and enforcing recommendations for certificate of designation applications and/or subsequent modifications of the design and operations plans; and providing technical expertise for the review of engineering plans and designs to ensure activities are conducted in a technically sound, cost‑effective, timely, and protective manner.
Residency Requirement This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Minimum Qualifications Experience Only:
Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to Environmental Earth Sciences, Geochemistry, or closely related to the work assigned to this position.
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education from an accredited institution in Environmental Sciences or a field closely related to the work assignment and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to long‑term disposal repositories of uranium or related to the work assignment equal to five (5) years. Experience must be substantiated in the Work Experience section of your application; “See Resume” will not be accepted.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Chemistry/Geology or related field.
Familiarity with the Uranium Mill Tailings Radiation Control Act (UMTRA).
Familiarity with the Colorado Solid Waste Disposal Sites and Facilities Act as a preferred qualification.
Experience using a gamma scintillometer.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and accurately.
Exceptional written communication skills.
Experience in the field conducting environmental sampling.
HAZWOPER certification.
Application Packet
A completed State of Colorado application.
A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.
If using education to qualify, a copy of your college/university transcripts (must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application).
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD 214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
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 is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments. We encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities. The agency will assist individuals with a disability with reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, and performing essential job functions provided the accommodation does not impose undue hardship.
For inquiries, contact the ADAAA Coordinator, Daniel Mckenna: daniel.mckenna@state.co.us or call 303‑692‑6319.
Appeal Rights An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or otherwise removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director. If you are 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 based on written material submitted within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department’s action. For further information on the Board Rules, 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 http://spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.
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.
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Hybrid position (offices available; arrangement may change).
This position is only open to current, permanent residents of the State of Colorado.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion in hiring and advancement.
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, flexible retirement benefits – 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
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
What You Will Be Doing This position acts as a project manager assisting with the implementation of the Colorado uranium mill tailings program and the solid waste permitting program. The role ensures adequate storage, treatment, and disposal of solid waste and uranium mill tailings, and assures adequate remediation of contaminated sites by investigating, analyzing, and evaluating the geology, geophysics, hydrogeology, and geotechnical aspects of regulated facilities; reviewing technical data; inspecting facilities; overseeing certain activities at facilities; writing and enforcing recommendations for certificate of designation applications and/or subsequent modifications of the design and operations plans; and providing technical expertise for the review of engineering plans and designs to ensure activities are conducted in a technically sound, cost‑effective, timely, and protective manner.
Residency Requirement This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Minimum Qualifications Experience Only:
Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to Environmental Earth Sciences, Geochemistry, or closely related to the work assigned to this position.
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education from an accredited institution in Environmental Sciences or a field closely related to the work assignment and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to long‑term disposal repositories of uranium or related to the work assignment equal to five (5) years. Experience must be substantiated in the Work Experience section of your application; “See Resume” will not be accepted.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Chemistry/Geology or related field.
Familiarity with the Uranium Mill Tailings Radiation Control Act (UMTRA).
Familiarity with the Colorado Solid Waste Disposal Sites and Facilities Act as a preferred qualification.
Experience using a gamma scintillometer.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and accurately.
Exceptional written communication skills.
Experience in the field conducting environmental sampling.
HAZWOPER certification.
Application Packet
A completed State of Colorado application.
A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.
If using education to qualify, a copy of your college/university transcripts (must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application).
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD 214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
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 is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments. We encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities. The agency will assist individuals with a disability with reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, and performing essential job functions provided the accommodation does not impose undue hardship.
For inquiries, contact the ADAAA Coordinator, Daniel Mckenna: daniel.mckenna@state.co.us or call 303‑692‑6319.
Appeal Rights An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or otherwise removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director. If you are 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 based on written material submitted within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department’s action. For further information on the Board Rules, 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 http://spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.
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.
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