Environmental Protection Specialist I - Dredge & Fill Protection Unit - 2644.
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Denver, CO, United States
Overview
This position is located in the Clean Water Compliance and Enforcement Section, Dredge and Fill Protection Unit. The role supports implementation of HB24‑1379 regulating dredge & fill activities in state waters and managing authorizations, compliance audits, and field inspections related to the Water Quality Control Act and related permits.
Responsibilities
Develop, issue, and manage dredge & fill authorizations and related mitigation requirements.
Serve as point of contact for questions and guidance on dredge & fill activities.
Conduct desk audits or inspections to investigate compliance with the Colorado Water Quality Control Act, Regulation 87.
Assist with technical aspects of program implementation and determine appropriate authorization pathways.
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) years of water quality or related experience; OR
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science, geology, environmental engineering, hydrology, watershed science or closely related field plus one year of water‑quality experience; OR
Graduate degree in a related field substituting for the bachelor’s degree and one year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications & Essential Competencies
Experience developing Section 404 Clean Water Act, NPDES or CDPS permits.
Experience evaluating compliance with Clean Water Act requirements and existing permits.
Experience conducting field work related to dredge & fill or construction activities.
Experience with compensatory mitigation assessments.
Experience interpreting federal and state regulations related to dredge & fill, NPDES or CDPS permits.
Excellent written and oral communication, critical thinking, conflict resolution, and decision‑making skills.
Conditions of Employment
Pre‑employment background check required; felony or moral‑turpitude convictions may disqualify.
Must be able to perform duties required by the position.
EEO & ADAAA Statement The State of Colorado is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals 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, military status, or any other protected status. The department provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact the ADAAA Coordinator at cdphe.humanresources@state.co or call 303‑692‑2060 option 5.
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Responsibilities
Develop, issue, and manage dredge & fill authorizations and related mitigation requirements.
Serve as point of contact for questions and guidance on dredge & fill activities.
Conduct desk audits or inspections to investigate compliance with the Colorado Water Quality Control Act, Regulation 87.
Assist with technical aspects of program implementation and determine appropriate authorization pathways.
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) years of water quality or related experience; OR
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science, geology, environmental engineering, hydrology, watershed science or closely related field plus one year of water‑quality experience; OR
Graduate degree in a related field substituting for the bachelor’s degree and one year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications & Essential Competencies
Experience developing Section 404 Clean Water Act, NPDES or CDPS permits.
Experience evaluating compliance with Clean Water Act requirements and existing permits.
Experience conducting field work related to dredge & fill or construction activities.
Experience with compensatory mitigation assessments.
Experience interpreting federal and state regulations related to dredge & fill, NPDES or CDPS permits.
Excellent written and oral communication, critical thinking, conflict resolution, and decision‑making skills.
Conditions of Employment
Pre‑employment background check required; felony or moral‑turpitude convictions may disqualify.
Must be able to perform duties required by the position.
EEO & ADAAA Statement The State of Colorado is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals 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, military status, or any other protected status. The department provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact the ADAAA Coordinator at cdphe.humanresources@state.co or call 303‑692‑2060 option 5.
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