Inter-Agency Coordinator

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) seeks a Liaison IV in the Office of Environmental Justice to coordinate inter-agency efforts and advance policy that improves responsiveness to disproportionately impacted (DI) communities.

The role advises leadership across CDPHE and other agencies, develops strategic resources, and leads collaborative environmental justice initiatives. Residency in Colorado is required, with occasional travel as defined by program needs.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of relevant experience in facilitating the collaborative development or implementation of public policy related to public health, environmental health, environmental justice, environmental law, or a related discipline within state or local government.
• A combination of related education in public policy, public administration, public affairs, environmental health, public health, environmental justice, environmental law and/or relevant experience equal to seven (7) years.
• You must substantiate that you meet the minimum qualifications when filling out the Work Experience section of the application. Résumés are not accepted as the primary basis for evaluation. Part-time work will be prorated.

Responsibilities

• Staff Authority - Environmental justice policy and strategy regarding state government engagement and responsiveness to DI communities.
• Facilitate collaborative environmental justice activities across government entities.
• Advise CDPHE leadership and OEJ on inter-agency strategy and priorities.
• Develop resources and materials in support of inter-agency environmental justice efforts.

Job description

This position is only open to current, permanent residents of the State of Colorado.

ABOUT CDPHE:

At the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, we are charged with protecting Colorado’s health and environment – a responsibility that affects every person and every community in the state. CDPHE is distinctive because we bring public health and environmental protection together under one agency, recognizing that healthy people depend on healthy places. Our teams prevent diseases and injury, respond to emergencies ranging from E.coli outbreaks to global pandemics, reduce air pollution, protect water quality, regulate health facilities, manage environmental hazards, perform advanced laboratory testing, provide birth and death records, and implement health promoting programs. We turn science and data into action, set statewide standards, and work alongside local public health agencies and community partners to meet Colorado’s most pressing health and environmental challenges. Working at CDPHE means applying your expertise to complex, consequential work that can improve lives across the state.

Our mission captures this broad portfolio of work: to advance Colorado’s health and protect the places we live, learn, work, and play. Our vision is a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations can thrive. Achieving the mission and vision takes bold action, talented people, broad partnerships, and a commitment to serving every Coloradan.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Hybrid work options may be available at the supervisor’s discretion and based on business needs. The position will be based at 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South Denver, CO 80246

CDPHE Offers:

CDPHE offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to build a meaningful career in public service. Benefits include:

• Medical and dental plans.
• Colorado PERA retirement options, including defined benefit plan or defined contribution plan.
• Optional 401(K) and 457 retirement plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Potential flexible working arrangements
• 11 paid holidays per year and generous paid time off.
• Free parking and access to RTD bus lines.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee wellness programs.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Career opportunities throughout Colorado state government.

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

The Work Unit:

The Office of Environmental Justice ("OEJ") seeks to advance environmental justice in Colorado and implement statutory environmental justice mandates, including specific benchmarks and targets established by the Environmental Justice Act. We work in partnership with disproportionately impacted communities ("DI communities"); the Environmental Justice Advisory Board ("EJAB"); other federal, state, local, and tribal government partners; and offices and divisions with CDPHE. Our role includes meaningful engagement of DI communities; administering the Environmental Justice Grants Program and Supplemental Environmental Projects; partnering with the Water Quality Control Division to implement the Mobile Home Water Quality Act; providing high-quality spatial analysis and mapping through Enviroscreen and the DI Communities Map; and facilitating community Environmental Equity and Cumulative Impact Analyses.

What You Will Do:

The Cumulative Impacts and Environmental Justice Act, HB24-1338, created the Office of Environmental Justice and defined its statutory responsibilities. One of those responsibilities is to “increase state government engagement with and responsiveness to disproportionately impacted (DI) communities”. This position is responsible for the coordination of inter-agency environmental justice efforts to fulfill this mandate. This position advises leadership within CDPHE and across multiple executive branch agencies regarding the development and implementation of environmental justice policy that demonstrably increases responsiveness to DI communities. This position also advises leadership and staff within OEJ and CDPHE on policy priorities for DI communities statewide and recommends options for intergovernmental strategy for CDPHE’s environmental justice policies and projects, such the Environmental Equity and Cumulative Impact Analysis. This position serves as a key advisor across environmental justice projects and directly manages inter-agency efforts, including the EJ and Climate Working Group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Staff Authority - Environmental justice policy and strategy regarding state government engagement and responsiveness to DI communities.
• Facilitate collaborative environmental justice activities across government entities
• Advise CDPHE leadership, OEJ leadership, and OEJ project teams on inter-agency strategy
• Develop resources and materials in support of inter-agency environmental justice efforts

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

H1Q4XX Liaison IV

Minimum Qualifications:

NOTE: An applicant may meet the minimum qualifications for this job in one of two ways: They may qualify through their work experience alone or through a combination of education and work experience.

Experience Only:

Seven (7) years of relevant experience in facilitating the collaborative development or implementation of public policy related to public health, environmental health, environmental justice, environmental law, or a related discipline within state or local government.

Or

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education in public policy, public administration, public affairs, environmental health, public health, environmental justice, environmental law and/or relevant experience in facilitating the collaborative development or implementation of public policy related to public health, environmental health, environmental justice, environmental law, or a related discipline within state or local government equal to seven (7) years

**You must substantiate that you meet the minimum qualifications when filling out the Work Experience section of the application. Failure to do so will result in the application not moving forward in the hiring process. “See resume” will not be accepted. Resumes are considered supplemental information and are not considered in the initial evaluation. In addition, part-time work will be prorated when determining whether minimum qualifications are met.**

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following highly desirable experience and competencies:

1. Experience working across multiple agencies within state or local government in Colorado
2. Strong working knowledge of Colorado environmental justice policy
3. Experience developing and maintaining strong working relationships with a broad set of stakeholders, including government officials and community-based organizations
4. Experience coordinating and/or facilitating cross-functional working groups, boards or commissions, or other collaborative bodies
5. Experiencing conducting complex policy analysis, including legislative and administrative policy.
6. Experience navigating complex policy environments within government, identifying strategic opportunities and potential challenges, and developing approaches to support effective policy implementation.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Residency Requirement Options:
  • This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
• A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
• TRAVEL: 4x a Year. Occasional travel to participate in collaborative events, community events, conferences, and/or advisory board meetings. May require in-state overnight travel for events outside of the Denver Metro area.

A complete application packet must include:

• Completed State of Colorado application.
• COVER LETTER: describing how your professional experience aligns with the preferred qualifications of this position.
• If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) or diploma must be provided with application. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.

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.

CDPHE does not provide visa sponsorship at this time. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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.

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 at [e-mail] or call 303-692-2060, option 5.