Air Quality Scientist - EPS II

About CDPHE

At the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) we are dedicated to the Colorado for All philosophy, working toward a Colorado where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We support the basic human rights of our neighbors regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education level, disability, socio-economic status or any other visible or invisible identity, and are committed to increasing diversity.

• Hybrid workplace options available at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business needs. The employee will still be required to report to the agency address listed on this announcement.
• Free parking and access to RTD bus lines.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Retirement (PERA options), Medical and dental health plans, Defined Benefit or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans.
• Paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 11 paid holidays per year and generous personal time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Wellness programs.
• Professional development opportunities and career advancement throughout the State system.

The Air Toxics Regulatory and Program Development Unit within the Planning and Policy Program develops and supports the implementation of regulations and program elements related to House Bill 22-1244 (Public Protections from Toxic Air Contaminants). The unit coordinates with other programs and external stakeholders to reduce health impacts of toxic air contaminants in Colorado.

Assist with the preparation of emission control strategies to reduce air toxic exposures in Colorado by identifying priority toxic air contaminants and developing emission control strategies. Requires extensive technical knowledge of emission sources, inventories, controls, modeling, monitoring, air quality policy, and regulatory processes. Under the supervisor’s direction, develop and utilize technical skills to compile, review, and analyze data related to emissions, monitoring, and modeling outputs;

evaluate technically feasible control strategies and costs; and prepare policy recommendations for periodic reviews to be presented to Division management and the Air Quality Control Commission (AQCC). Coordinate with other programs, units, and stakeholders to continuously improve Colorado’s air toxics program.

Regulatory development activities related to HB 22-1244 including listing of new toxic air contaminants, identifying priority air toxics, reviewing health-based standards, and developing emission control regulations.

• Six (6) years of experience in an occupational field related to air emission control requirements, engineering cost analysis, or researching strategies; or a combination of related education (B.S. or M.S. in science, engineering, economics or a closely related field) and relevant experience totaling six years.

• Relevant experience with the State of Colorado.
• Strong background in federal Clean Air Act laws and regulations as they pertain to hazardous air pollutants.
• Experience evaluating state or local air toxic reduction strategies complementary to federal framework.
• Ability to work well in multidisciplinary teams and meet deadlines established by Colorado statute or by supervisor.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Experience evaluating economic and technical feasibility of strategies to reduce air pollution, including calculating capital and operating costs and emissions reductions.
• Ability to effectively communicate findings to internal and external stakeholders, orally and in writing.

• A pre-employment background check will be conducted.
• Variable travel up to 10% of time to attend meetings, conferences, trainings, or site visits.

This position is open only to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submission.

An applicant removed from consideration may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. The appeal process and deadlines are established by State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures.

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The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities. 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.

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