Stormwater Mgmt Plans Design Specialist; Environmental Protection Specialist - Metro Denver

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Benefits include PERA retirement, optional 401K, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and employee assistance programs.

CDOT’s commitment is to create a supportive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

The Water Quality Construction Section in the Environmental Programs Branch assists with design, planning, construction and maintenance to ensure compliance with regulations and policies. For more information about CDOT’s Environmental Program Branches, see CDOT website.

Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) Design Program Specialist (Environ/Protection Specialist I) supports CDOT’s SWMP Design Program, provides technical assistance to regions, and aids in project delivery.

• Assisting in the development and maintenance of the SWMP Design Program.
• Providing administrative and basic support for Region and Headquarters Design teams regarding SWMP design requirements.
• Assisting with updates to the SWMP design templates in the project delivery design phase, reducing compliance risk to CDOT and associated contractors.
• Reviewing CDOT specifications, Materials & Standards and SWMP design templates to ensure clarity.
• Learning to assist in developing and delivering specialized training to SWMP designers and reviewers.
• Staying current on federal, state and local SWMP regulations.
• Assisting senior staff with the CDOT Cat Ex Form 128 environmental clearance logistics.
• Research for senior staff to reduce the number of overages and Change Modification Orders (CMO) on active CDOT projects by compiling quality design criteria.
• Accompanying senior water quality staff on post‑construction site visits.
• Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to support the SWMP.
• Working at the Tom Boyce Water Quality Training Facility located at 18500
  
  E. Colfax Ave., Aurora, CO to assist with classes.
• Assisting with the administration and oversight of the water quality training facility.
• Coordinating with CDOT stakeholders to unify the SWMP Design and SWMP Reviewer Program classes under the Water Quality Section program.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Daytime hours Monday–Friday, flexible schedule to meet work/life balance while meeting CDOT business needs.
• Hybrid schedule combining in‑office and work‑from‑home.
• Daytime travel during business hours to local project sites.
• Approximately 5% overnight statewide travel for meetings and training.
• Approximately 5% of time spent in the field, 95% in the office.
• Required to drive CDOT vehicles.
• Exposure to various weather conditions.

• Four (4) years of experience in environmental science, engineering, hydrologic science, water resources science, watershed science, natural resources management, biology, earth science, geotechnical, urban planning, landscape architecture, construction management or a closely related field.
• At least one (1) year of experience in stormwater management, water quality, or hydrology.

• A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least five (5) years.
• Education from an accredited college or university with coursework in relevant fields.
• Experience in stormwater management, water quality, or hydrology.

• Pre‑employment screening may include social security, criminal, court, educational, and driving records checks.
• A current valid driver’s license is required for positions that require operating a motor vehicle.

• Demonstrated success with duties listed in the description.
• Years of State service experience related to the duties.
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.
• Knowledge and experience with federal,…