Minor Source Air Permitting Engineer - EIT I

Pueblo Community College; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is seeking an Engineer-In-Training to join the Construction Permitting unit. You will evaluate permit applications, perform emissions estimates, and draft construction permits under supervision.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and strong attention to regulatory detail. Residency is Colorado-based and eligibility for Colorado licensure paths may be considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited engineering program.
• Substitutions allow Engineer-Intern status with Colorado licensure pathway.
• You must substantiate meeting minimum qualifications in the application.

Responsibilities

• Engineering reviews of permit applications for major, synthetic minor, and minor sources.
• Apply rules, procedures, and regulations during the review process.
• Estimate emissions and evaluate control equipment performance.
• Draft permits and respond to public and agency comments.
• Interact with applicants and local agencies to clarify policies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

This posting is only open to current 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 S Dr, Glendale, 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

This work unit exists to implement the Construction Permitting program, which includes reviewing, processing, and evaluating air pollution permit applications for major, synthetic minor, and minor sources. Permit application review includes performing an independent and highly technical engineering analysis to estimate emissions of air pollutants. Evaluation of air pollution control equipment is performed in order to determine if the equipment is capable of controlling emissions to a level that will enable the applicant to comply with all applicable air quality regulations and standards. The unit also evaluates emissions offsets; performs basic air dispersion modeling; determines applicable requirements such as PSD, NSPS, and MACT, updates emissions inventories for new and existing sources, and provides input on revisions to regulations and standards as required. The unit provides permit engineering staff, other Division staff, and the public with interpretations, clarifications, and policy guidance regarding air quality regulations, standards, and requirements for stationary sources.

What You Will Do

This position exists to:

• Conduct engineering reviews (analysis of permit application data and information using mathematics, chemistry, physics, and engineering sciences) of major, synthetic minor and minor source construction permit applications such as mining operations, power plants, internal combustion engines, etc.
• Carry out established work processes and operations by applying and following permit review procedures, guidance, rules, and regulations. The engineering reviews require an understanding of process flow diagrams and schematics, and basic process and equipment design knowledge.
• Conduct engineering estimates of emissions of air pollutants, including determining the most appropriate method of estimating emissions and the most appropriate emission factors to be used.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of air pollution control equipment and/or control measures.
• Determine, by review of dispersion modeling reports, if the source’s ambient impact meets all standards. Assess applicable State and Federal regulations and standards and whether a source complies with these requirements.
• Draft construction permits, participate in public hearings, and respond to public and Environmental Protection Agency comments regarding proposed permits.
• Provide information and assistance to the public and to local agencies in regard to interpreting and understanding regulations and the regulatory process.
• Suggest revisions to regulations and standards. Assist in the development of new processes and procedures to better implement the Construction Permit program.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering Review and Draft Construction Permits: Under guidance from unit supervisor and more-experienced engineers, conduct reviews of construction permit applications for air pollution sources. Identify emission points, calculate emissions, determine applicable requirements, and issue permits and exemption letters. Interact with applicants, staff, and local agencies.
• Interactions and Provide Information: Interact with applicants, the public and local agencies to provide information and guidance and to clarify official policy and procedures pertaining to program goals and Air Quality Control Commission regulations.
• Professional Training/Development: Conduct professional, position-related development activities. Include review of technical literature and attending in-house and formal training. Participate in special projects under guidance.
• Process Improvement: Identify, develop and implement process improvements for the Construction Permit Unit. Include developing standardized emissions calculations spreadsheets and revising permit application forms.
• Administrative Activities, Timekeeping: Attend performance reviews and staff meetings, and complete KRONOS entries.
• Other Duties as Assigned: Attend meetings, serve on task forces or teams, complete projects, and perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

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

I2C1I* Engineer-In-Training I

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.

Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering

Substitutions

Current enrollment as an Engineer-Intern by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors will substitute for the required degree

**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:

• Relevant experience with the State of Colorado
• Experience with interpreting regulatory language.
• Familiarity with basic air pollution principles.
• Strong attention to detail.

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.

Appeal Rights

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. 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 ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: [phone]. Phone: [phone]. Email address: [e-mail]. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov.

A complete application packet must include

• Completed State of Colorado application.
• COVER LETTER: describing how your professional/supervisory (if relevant) 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.