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Working TitleEnvironmental Regulatory Specialist

Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Type of PositionFull-time

Classification TitleEngr/Phys Sci Tech III

Posting Number202500128P

Position TypeState Classified

Open Date11/03/2025

Close Date12/01/2025

Salary$5,752 - $6,903 Monthly

Employee Benefits

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State Classified HourlyNo

Description of Work Unit

The mission of the Colorado State University Engineering and Capital Construction Section is to provide engineering and construction management for new construction, renovation, controlled maintenance and replacement of the physical facilities and infrastructure at Colorado State University. Engineering and Capital Construction provides engineering, environmental, sustainability, and construction project management services, to assist Facilities Management and University customers in support of the University’s Mission, Strategic Plan, and Physical Development Plan.

Position Summary

The Environmental Regulatory Specialist ( EPS Tech III ) ensures university compliance with federal and state environmental regulations governing public water systems, stormwater management, and air quality (Title V). This position serves as the primary liaison between the university and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment ( CDPHE ), tracking and verifying permit requirements, coordinating testing and reporting, coordinating training, and resolving compliance issues. The specialist analyzes regulatory changes, develops and implements updated processes, and collaborates with Facilities Management personnel, consultants, and campus stakeholders to maintain safe drinking water, prevent stormwater contamination, and minimize air emissions. The role requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and independent judgment in developing and improving environmental compliance programs across university operations.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must demonstrate in the application materials:

Experience Only:

+ High school diploma or GED certificate

+ Six years of engineering or physical sciences technician experience ensuring compliance with federal and state environmental regulations governing public water systems, stormwater management, or+ air quality (Title V).

OR

Education and Experience:

+ A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned: (engineering, physical sciences) may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required experience.

*Please note: To qualify, unofficial or official transcripts must be attached.

Substitutions

Preferred Qualifications

The highly desired candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, personal characteristics, and experience directly related and critical to this position:

+ Professional experience with regulatory programs such as Public Water Systems, MS4 Stormwater, or Title V Air Permitting.

+ Demonstrated knowledge of Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment ( CDPHE ) regulations and compliance procedures.

+ Experience with sampling, record keeping, and reporting under environmental permits.

+ Familiarity with GIS , asset management systems, or database tools used to track compliance data.

+ Demonstrated abilities to identify, analyze, and report upon activities, issues, and problems and make recommendations for appropriate solutions.

+ Possession of or ability to obtain relevant Colorado Water and Wastewater Operator certifications ( within 6 months)

+ Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills for coordinating across technical and administrative stakeholders.

+ Working knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations and basic principles of environmental monitoring and reporting.

+ Ability to collect, organize, and interpret technical data to support regulatory compliance.

+ Directly related state service experience

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty CategoryPublic Water System Program

Duty/Responsibility

• Track all system monitoring requirements, verify timely completion, and verify compliance.

• Provide or verify required record keeping and reporting.

• Coordinate lab purchase orders, invoices, and payments and interpret lab results.

• Oversee accurate and complete record keeping for backflow device testing and compliance.

• Hold water and sewer operation licensure required for water systems under FM responsibility.

• Assist in water sample collection, chain of custody, and lab delivery.

• Conduct annual surveys of all water system customer service lines for cross-connections and correct cross-connection control.

• Attend and provide support for state inspections.

• Respond to customer water quality complaints.

• Serve as point of contact for CDPHE correspondence.

• Organize required actions and public notifications for any compliance issue including violations.

• In coordination with CDPHE , the Associate Vice President of Capital Planning and Programming, the Operator in Responsible Charge, and stakeholders, modify and improve the public water system regulatory program as needed over time.

Percentage Of Time50%

Job Duty CategoryStorm Water and MS4 Program

Duty/Responsibility

• Track all system monitoring requirements, verify timely completion, and verify compliance.

• Coordinate with consultants to maintain/update CSU’s MS4 Program Description Document.

• Track MS4 training requirements for the University and coordinate required training for university entities subject to MS4 requirements.

• Maintain all SOPs for CSU’s MS4 program.

• Provide or verify required record keeping and reporting.

• Coordinate lab purchase orders, invoices, and payments and interpret lab results.

• Oversee accurate and complete record keeping for backflow device testing and compliance.

• Hold water and sewer operation licensure required for water systems under FM responsibility.

• Assist in water sample collection, chain of custody, and lab delivery.

• Conduct annual surveys of all water system customer service lines for cross-connections and correct cross-connection control.

• Attend and provide support for state inspections.

• Respond to customer water quality complaints.

• Serve as point of contact for CDPHE correspondence.

• Organize required actions and public notifications for any compliance issue including violations.

• In coordination with CDPHE , the Associate Vice President of Capital Planning and Programming, the Operator in Responsible Charge, and stakeholders, modify and improve the storm water system and MS4 regulatory programs as needed over time.

Percentage Of Time30%

Job Duty CategoryTitle V Air Permitting Program

Duty/Responsibility

• Track all annual permit requirements, verify timely completion, and verify compliance.

• Provide or verify required record keeping and reporting.

• Coordinate program needs with FM personnel and any supporting consultants.

• In coordination with CDPHE , the Associate Vice President of Capital Planning and Programming, and stakeholders, modify and improve the Title V Air Permitting program as needed over time.

Percentage Of Time10%

Job Duty CategoryOther Duties As Assigned

Duty/Responsibility

Support the Assistant Director for Engineering and Capital Construction and Associate Vice President of Capital Planning and Programming as needed with short-term projects and assignments.

Percentage Of Time10%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

+ Clearly document job duties you have performed that relate to minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and essential job duties in theWork Experiencesection on the application. Human Resources must be able to evaluate your experience based on this information.

+ Clearly outline dates of employment and hours worked per week for each employment experience listed in theWork Experiencesection of the Application so that Human Resources can calculate full-time work experience. Please note: Part-time experience will be calculated to determine the full-time equivalent.

+ TheWork Experienceis the only document that will be utilized to determine if minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job posting, have been met.The Application is considered to be the legal document on file; resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification requirements.

+ Applicants may redact information from this initial application that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS

+ If an Application is considered “Incomplete”, the Application will be removed from consideration for the position.

+ An Application is incomplete if no current/ previous employment is included in theWork Experiencesection of the Application.

+ An Application is incomplete if “see resume” (or something similar) is noted, or previous employment does not contain job duties for every position in theWork Experiencesection of the Application.

+ Positions requiring a degree or if using education as a substitution for work experience (e.g.: Associate or Bachelor’s) transcripts are required in order to verify receipt of the required degree or coursework. If official or unofficial transcripts are not supplied at the time of application, the Application is incomplete.

RESUMES

+ When a resume is listed as a required document, it may be used in the comparative analysis/ evaluation process to determine the candidates that most closely meet the qualifications of the position. This process occurs after an application has passed the minimum qualifications screening.

+ Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application; however, some positions may still require a resume as a component for complete application materials.

+ Please see theRequired Documentssection of the posting.

NOTES

+ Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.

+ The selection process for State Classified positions may include an exam(s) and interview(s) whichrequirecandidates to physically appear (at the CSU campus in Fort Collins, CO) at the candidates’ own expense.

+ Pertinent updates to your Application status can be obtained by logging into your application account athttps://jobs.colostate.edu

+ All status updates for this position will be sent via email [email protected],[email protected], OR the TA Team Member facilitating the search process. In addition to your Inbox, remember to check the Deleted and Junk folders for these important communications.

FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO :

+ Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30.All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately.

Department Contact Information

Human Resources – Talent Acquisition Team, [email protected] call (970) 491- MyHR(6947).

Please check the Help link online athttps://jobs.colostate.edu/help/for assistance on your application or for answers to Frequently Asked Questions.

All other inquiries should be directed to the Colorado State University Human Resources Office [email protected] (970) 491- MyHR(6947).

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License - Colorado

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Employment and Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.

Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available atwww.colorado.gov/spb.

A standard appeal form is available at:www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Are you willing and able to submit to a pre-employment background check that may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history as a condition of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Please detail your professional experience with regulatory programs such as Public Water Systems, MS4 Stormwater, or Title V Air Permitting:

(Open Ended Question)

+ * Do you have a current and valid Colorado Driver's License?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

Optional Documents

+ Unofficial Transcripts