City and County of Denver · 2 days ago
Senior Environmental Analyst – Department of Public Health and Environment
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$78K/yr - $132K/yr
3+ years expThe City and County of Denver is dedicated to advancing environmental and public health goals through the Department of Public Health and Environment (DDPHE). They are seeking a Senior Environmental Analyst to provide exceptional service and leadership in environmental management and regulatory compliance, working collaboratively with city, state, and community partners.
GovernmentHealth CareNon ProfitPublic SafetySecurity
No H1B
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
This job requires physical activity. Physical activities essential to the job are operating City fleet cars, SUVs and pick-up trucks; using hand tools, including wrenches, pliers and screw drivers; operating delicate and sensitive sampling and measurement equipment; don, wear and perform physical activity in a variety of Personal Protective Equipment that may include safety glasses, hardhat, respirator, chemical resistant suit or coveralls, boots and gloves
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
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
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
Company
City and County of Denver
The City and County of Denver has adopted the ''Adoption of Level Red-Severe Risk'' Public Health Order, as amended by Colorado Public Health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.37MKey Investors
Consumer Product Safety CommissionOpportunity Now ColoradoUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2024-07-02Grant· $0.08M
2024-03-19Grant· $1.54M
2023-11-09Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Merlin Namuth
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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