REINSTATEMENT CDPHE APCD ONLY: Senior Consultant for Air Pollution Control Division

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Consultant serves as staff authority and subject matter expert for compliance oversight and enforcement matters for the Air Pollution Control Division (APCD). The role consults with the Compliance and Enforcement Program Manager, Division Director, Deputy Directors, and other Program Managers to support key compliance and enforcement activities and integrate them into division-wide efforts to meet strategic priorities. In consultation with program managers, the position supports compliance and enforcement policy, the division’s assessment and response to related legislative inquiries, and the development and proposal of new or modified regulations for adoption by the Air Quality Control Commission. The position collaborates with state and local environmental protection programs, the Attorney General’s Office, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and APCD leadership to assess and develop policies supporting division and program initiatives. The Compliance and Enforcement Program conducts compliance evaluations, oversees stack tests, reviews source-submitted reports, provides compliance assistance, oversees local-agency contracts, and takes enforcement actions as appropriate. Its Compliance Monitoring Section handles evaluations and reports for stationary sources outside the Oil & Gas Sector, contract oversight, stack-test and Permit Final Approval oversight for stationary sources, general open-burning permits, and reporting inspection and enforcement data to the EPA. Its Enforcement Section reviews noncompliance determinations referred from programs across the division and the Colorado Energy Office, initiates and resolves enforcement actions, and evaluates submissions under the Colorado Environmental Audit Privilege and Immunity Law. This announcement is for transparency purposes only and is open only for the non-competitive reinstatement of the specifically identified former employee. Applicants must be Colorado residents. Hybrid work may be available at the supervisor’s discretion and based on business needs; the position is based at 4300 Cherry Creek S Dr, Glendale, Colorado.

Requirements

Colorado residency at the time of application.
Meet one of the following minimum qualification pathways: ten years of relevant experience in Colorado air pollution regulation compliance and enforcement management; or a combination of related education and/or relevant experience in that field equal to ten years.
Under either qualification pathway, at least two years must include experience with public or business administration, establishing goals and objectives, and developing and managing a budget to achieve program goals and objectives.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States; the department does not provide visa sponsorship.
Submit a completed State of Colorado application.
If qualifying through education, provide transcripts (unofficial copies accepted) or a diploma with the application.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience with the State of Colorado.
Experience researching, analyzing, and assessing pending legislation.
Experience managing complex projects and working effectively under tight timeframes and deadlines.
Experience handling large volumes of information in a high-pressure setting.
Political savvy and ability to work within complex political and governmental systems.
Experience creating verbal and written communications and public speaking.
Strong persuasive skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders.
Strong communication, teamwork, flexibility, accountability, and adaptability.
Strong emotional intelligence and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Active listening skills and flexibility in developing solutions.
Knowledge of project management and change management principles and tools.
Ability to thrive in high-pressure positions and deliver results.

Responsibilities

Serve as staff authority and subject matter expert on compliance oversight and enforcement matters.
Consult with the Compliance and Enforcement Program Manager, Division Director, Deputy Directors, and other Program Managers to support key compliance and enforcement activities.
Support integration of compliance and enforcement matters into APCD-wide efforts to meet department strategic priorities.
Support compliance and enforcement policy in consultation with program managers.
Support APCD’s assessment and response to compliance- and enforcement-related legislative bill inquiries.
Provide expertise in developing and proposing new or modified regulations for adoption by the Air Quality Control Commission.
Collaborate with state and local environmental protection programs, the Attorney General’s Office, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and APCD leadership to assess and develop compliance oversight and enforcement policies.
Support compliance oversight consultation, enforcement activities consultation, legislative initiatives and project management, and communication, partnership, and liaison activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical and dental plans.
Colorado PERA retirement options, including defined benefit or defined contribution plans.
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.