Stormwater Mgmt Plans Design Specialist (Environmental Protection Specialist I) - Metro Denver

About the role

This position is only open to Colorado state residents. New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the development and maintenance of the SWMP Design Program.
• Providing administrative and basic support for Region and Headquarters Design teams regarding SWMP design requirements.
• Aiding in updates to the SWMP design templates in the project delivery design phase, reducing compliance risk to CDOT and associated contractors.
• Reviewing CDOT specifications, Materials & Specifications standards and SWMP design templates to ensure these documents are clear and concise.
• Learning to assist in the development and delivery of specialized training to CDOT SWMP designers and CDOT’s SWMP reviewers.
• Learning and staying current on federal, state and local SWMP regulations.
• Aiding senior staff with the CDOT CatEx Form 128 environmental clearance logistics.
• Providing research for senior staff to reduce the number of overages and Change Modification Orders (CMO) on active CDOT projects by compiling quality design criteria.
• Accompanying senior water quality staff on post construction site visits.
• Learning the basic principles and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to support the SWMP.
• Working at the Tom Boyce Water Quality Training Facility located at 18500 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora, CO to assist with classes.
• Assisting with the administration and oversight of the water quality training facility.
• Working with the CDOT stakeholders to unify the SWMP Design and SWMP Reviewer Program classes under the Water Quality Section program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Four (4) years of experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, hydrologic science, water resources science, watershed science, natural resources management, natural sciences, biology, earth science, geotechnical, urban planning, landscape architecture, construction management or a field closely related to the major job duties.
• AND at least one (1) year of experience in stormwater management, water quality, or hydrology.
• OR Education And Experience:
• A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least five (5) years.
• Educational background from an accredited college or university with coursework in biology, construction management, earth science, environmental engineering, environmental science, geotechnical engineering, hydrologic science, landscape architecture, natural resources management, natural sciences, urban planning, water resources science, watershed science, or a field closely related to the major job duties will be considered.
• Experience in stormwater management, water quality, or hydrology will be considered.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, hydrologic science, water resources science, watershed science, natural resources management, natural sciences, biology, earth science, geotechnical, urban planning, landscape architecture, construction management or a field closely related to the major job duties.
• AND at least one (1) year of experience in stormwater management, water quality, or hydrology.
• OR Education And Experience:
• A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least five (5) years.
• Educational background from an accredited college or university with coursework in biology, construction management, earth science, environmental engineering, environmental science, geotechnical engineering, hydrologic science, landscape architecture, natural resources management, natural sciences, urban planning, water resources science, watershed science, or a field closely related to the major job duties will be considered.
• Experience in stormwater management, water quality, or hydrology will be considered.

Skills

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.
• Knowledge and experience with federal, state, and local regulations and laws pertaining to Water Quality.
• Knowledge of and experience with water quality requirements and regulations, especially related to transportation project permits.
• Knowledge of/experience with MS4 Permit requirements.
• Knowledge of/experience with Colorado Discharge Permit System Stormwater Construction Permit (CDPS-SCP).
• Experience developing and administering training.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner.
• Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders with sensitivity to their needs, priorities, promises made and commitments.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and multi-tasking ability.
• Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.
• Passion for safety.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), Gmail and Google Applications, GIS MicroStation/AutoCAD, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Benefits

The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details.

Pay

Details on pay will be provided in the supplemental information section.

Schedule

Daytime hours Monday-Friday, but we are flexible to meet your work/life balance needs while ensuring CDOT business needs are met. Likely to work a hybrid schedule with a combination of in-office and work-from-home. Daytime travel during business hours to local project sites. Approximately 5% of time spent in the field, 95% spent in the office. Required to drive CDOT vehicles. Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather.

Supplemental Information

Applicant Checklist Complete Applications Must Include The Following Documents:

• A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
• A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
• A cover letter that describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
• A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
• If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing completed coursework and credit hours, that your degree has been conferred (if applicable), your name, and the name of your school, or your official NACES accreditation report. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.