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Environmental Protection Specialist, Institutions Program Unit - FAA00887 (EPS I)

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Environmental Protection Specialist, Institutions Program Unit - FAA00887 (EPS I)

Salary

$65,736.00 - $97,104.00 Annually

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

FAA00887-12/23/25

Department

Department of Public Health & Environment

Division

Environmental Health & Sustainability Division

Opening Date

01/08/2026

Closing Date

1/19/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

4300 S Cherry Creek Dr Glendale, CO 80246

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

[email protected]

Salary Note

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

This announcement is only open to current State of Colorado residents! If you are not currently residing in the State of Colorado, your application will not be considered.

Division of Environmental Health and Sustainability

Now hiring for our Institutions Program Unit

Be BOLD and make a real difference . . .

Do you desire a career that provides you with opportunities to improve the world around you? The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a career position that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Colorado citizens. Our mission is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play. Our vision is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. In addition to working with a great team and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

+ Employee wellness programs and facilities

+ Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects

+ Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system

+ Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits including a 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 Masters degree programs

+ Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, and

+ A variety of employee resource groups

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

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

Description of Job

The Work Unit:

The Institutions Unit is under the direction of the Deputy Division Director and is responsible for assuring compliance with the requirements of the food laws and sanitation regulations of the State for assisted living residences, swimming pools, child care facilities, and schools. These duties are accomplished through inspections, recall coordination, outbreak investigations, compliance assistance, and compliance assurance; by reviewing registration information, plan review submissions, and other field-generated information for assisted living residences (for retail food regulation compliance), swimming pools, child care facilities, and schools within the State. The school and child care programs are delegated through contracts to Local Public Health Agencies (LPHA). LPHAs conduct inspections and day-to-day program functions at the local level. This unit provides direct service for schools and child care facilities in the absence of a local program. The Division performs program assessments and inspection standardization exercises with the delegated LPHAs. The unit, in cooperation with LPHAs, is responsible for assuring compliance with the requirements of the institutional environmental health laws and regulations of the State. The Unit determines the appropriate response, which may include informal or formal inquiries, such as embargo, condemnation, seizure, injunctive relief, and recalls, requesting additional field investigations, recommending and subsequently researching and developing administrative or judicial enforcement actions, and developing and negotiating civil penalties. The Unit is also responsible for drafting new regulations, completing State Board of Health documents, and coordinating stakeholder meetings.

Summary of Position:

The purpose of this position is to serve as an environmental protection specialist within the school and child care programs. This position conducts regulatory inspections; prepares inspection reports, compliance advisories, LPHA assessments, and orders or recommendations for enforcement. Additionally, this position serves as a trainer in school and childcare programs. The position conducts training and joint inspections for LPHA staff and develops guidance materials for the programs. In addition to direct facility inspection oversight, this position provides compliance assistance, guidance, and training to the regulated community and local public health agencies.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

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 experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position such as environmental health inspections, regulatory compliance, or in an occupation related to the work assigned in this position..

OR

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment such as Environmental Health, Public Health, Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, etc.

AND

One (1) year of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position such as environmental health inspections, regulatory compliance, or in an occupation related to the work assigned in this position.

This experience and education must be substantiated within the Work Experience & Education section of your application. Please be sure to enter all relevant job history and education within the last 10 years. "See Resume" and missing relevant employment or education criteria will not be credited towards the minimum qualifications. Education will be credited on a year-for-year basis. Part-time work will be pro-rated. If using education to substitute for experience please upload a copy of your unofficial transcripts or a copy of your diploma/degree to your application. If you do not have access to either of these options, please contact the department contact.

Cover Letter Required:

Along with the application submit a cover letter, not to exceed two typewritten pages, double spaced detailing how your education and previous work experience has prepared you to excel in this job. Specific examples of determining and/or demonstrating compliance with regulations or evidence-based practice should be included as well as how you meet the minimum and preferred competencies for the position. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application and cover letter.

Conditions of Employment:

+ A pre-employment background check

+ Ability and willingness to travel independently or with a group of other health professionals up to 80% of the time with up to 30% requiring overnights. Requires regular use and operation of state fleet vehicles. *conditions apply

+ Must be proficient in word processing and able to use current communication technology to connect to the office from the field.

+ Must be willing to work occasional evening, night, weekend, or holidays depending upon circumstances of survey or complaint.

+ Must be able to exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or in excess of 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects..

+ Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time including climbing multiple flights of stairs.

*Conditions apply to use of fleet vehicles such as location and availability.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Relevant years of regulatory experience contribute to a candidates position-related knowledge, skill, ability, behavior or other posted competency should be considered as a preferred qualification and given weight under the process.

+ Experience in the administration of local or state compliance programs;

+ Experience conducting technical reviews and/or inspections;

+ Knowledge and experience working with local or state regulations as related to compliance, site investigation, and assessment

+ Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders including state & local governments, non-profits, community groups, private regulated entities, and federal agencies such as the EPA.

+ Excellent written and oral communication skills.

+ Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

+ Ability to analyze facts, data and evidence to arrive at a logical conclusion.

+ Ability to observe, electronically record, and interpret information.

+ Ability to perform the physical demands of this active position.

+ Advanced Interpersonal and conflict management skills e.g. displays understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy and concern.

+ Develops and maintains effective relationships, deals skillfully with people who are difficult, hostile or distressed, effectively manages and resolves conflicts, confrontations and disagreements in a positive and constructive way. Computer literate.

+ Ability to use information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate errors and support decision making.

Appeal Rights:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant 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 on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at [email protected] within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can 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 spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .

Supplemental Information

A completed State of Colorado application includes:

+ Unofficial transcripts if using education to substitute for experience.

+ DD214 if claiming veterans status

+ Cover letter stating how you meet the minimum requirements and preferred qualifications of this position

The Selection Process:

All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications. A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager. 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. You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.

ADAAA Accommodations:

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. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Dan McKenna, [email protected] call 303-692-2060, option 5.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

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Are you willing to submit to a pre-employment background check?

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CDPHE: This position requires educational transcripts be submitted if you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position or using education for the substitution of education for some experience. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications or substitution for this position, a copy of your unofficial (or official) transcript is required by the application deadline. You must attach this transcript to your application electronically. Please select “Yes” to acknowledge that you have attached your transcripts to your application.

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Applicants for the State of Colorado classified positions must be current residents of Colorado. Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency?

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Are you willing and able to travel up to 80% of the time with 30% of travel being overnight to fulfill the duties of this position?

+ Yes

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Part of, or the entire section/comparative analysis for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application material. Please include a cover letter describing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position. Failure to include adequate information or to follow instructions may affect your score and prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants. Have you attached your cover letter to your application?

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