Senior Environmental Analyst – Department of Public Health and Environment

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

3d • $78,337 - $129,256 • Hybrid

About The Position

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Denver's Department of Public Health and Environment (DDPHE) is dedicated to advancing Denver's environmental and public health goals. DDPHE works collaboratively with city, state and community partners to conduct education, community engagement, and enforcement to promote healthy people, healthy pets, and a sustainable environment. DDPHE oversees a number of services related to public health and the environment and is comprised of seven divisions: Division of Shared Services and Business Operations; Community & Behavioral Health; Public Health Investigations; Denver Animal Protection; the Office of Medical Examiner; Emergency Management and Medical Operations; and Environmental Quality. For more information on DDPHE’s programs and services, visit the DDPHE website at: Denver Department of Public Health and Environment. We foster an inclusive culture by respecting the values, customs, and authenticity of everyone and by implementing equitable public health strategies so Denver communities can thrive. The Environmental Quality division within DDPHE has an opening for a Senior Environmental Health Analyst. This position is nested in the Environmental Management and Operations section (EMO). The mission of the EMO team is to provide the City with exceptional service and leadership in environmental management and regulatory compliance. The work of EMO is inward facing, we serve all other City agencies and City operations. Though very little of our work directly involves the public or the business community, internally we have a big impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, or in a related field based on a specific position.
• Three (3) years of professional experience conducting research and analysis on a variety of environmental or public health issues or conducting environmental or public health inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• College education with a concentration in the physical or natural sciences, environmental science, or a related field, preferably with some knowledge of environmental chemistry.
• Three or more years working as an environmental scientist, technician, or specialist in industry, government, or non-profit institution with duties to perform and lead environmental protection projects, including investigation, compliance monitoring and improvement.
• Experience with RCRA enforcement/inspections, Colorado Air Regulations air permitting, and/or practical experience with the Colorado Storage Tank Regulations or storage tank compliance inspections is preferred.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, and an ability interpret and apply complex regulatory concepts in practical settings
• Professional maturity in the workplace and ability to effectively solve problems alone and as a team, while contributing to a culture of inclusiveness and trust among a diverse group of peers and colleagues.
• Proven leadership, effective listening and communication skills, and ability to write clearly, professionally, while supporting respectful dialogue and sensitivity to others.
• Effective time management skills, flexibility surrounding shifting work priorities, and ability to thrive while working independently or as part of a team.
• Completion of OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training.

Responsibilities

• Travel to City facilities and work sites to observe and assess actions and conditions bearing on environmental impacts and protections and actively work to make improvements as needed.
• Perform inspections, document observations, research regulations, codes and practices, and work with others to develop a full understanding of environmental impacts.
• Collect samples for chemical analysis and characterize wastes and contaminated media for proper containment and disposal.
• Craft, describe and explain scopes of work needed to direct and instruct commercial contractors and others who are acting on our behalf.
• Respond quickly to the sites of accidents, spills or discharges of hazardous materials to assess impacts and help coordinate protective measures, containment and abatement.
• Support teammates and co-workers in other programs by providing regulatory guidance, assisting with training, aiding them in outreach, and filling other gaps as needed.
• Track and report on a variety of metrics important to program assignments.
• Author correspondence and reports to state and federal regulators.
• Participate in emergency response activities, as needed, to support the department’s role in City Emergency Operations.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level