Air Quality Scientist Ii - Psrs Ii

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If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Our tobacco-free campus offers free parking and is conveniently located near RTD bus lines, Glendale City Set, and the Cherry Creek bike path. In addition to a great location and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Employee wellness programs and facilities
• Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects
• Bike to work programs, including access to storage lockers and bike racks
• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
• Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off
• Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees
• Tuition assistance for college level courses including Master's degree programs
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, and a variety of employee resource groups

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This work unit exists to provide technical support and research capabilities for the Air Pollution Control Division, Air Toxics and Ozone Precursors Section in the context of air toxics monitoring and special studies. This work unit collects, verifies, analyzes and writes reports from air toxics and other Air Quality data and distributes it to other government agencies and the public. Evaluates and modifies the air toxics monitoring network. Provides air toxics monitoring technical support to other government agencies, industry and the public. Designs, develops, screens and implements new air toxics monitoring technologies and methodologies. Sustains quality control of air toxics monitors in the network.
What you will be doing
This position is located within the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), Air Pollution Control Division (APCD), Air Toxics and Ozone Precursors Section (ATOPS), Oil & Gas Mobile Monitoring Unit (OMM). The purpose of this position is to function as a staff level scientist that works as an integral member of the OMM unit that applies the scientific method, theory, and principles in the development and implementation of Air Quality monitoring and research projects utilizing a variety of ground based and mobile air monitoring equipment and systems. Research project support can include the design of research project elements and the acquisition, validation, statistical analysis, and reporting of Air Quality data. The acquisition of Air Quality data includes the operation, maintenance, and repair of analyzers, gas chromatographs, spectrometers, sample collection systems, calibrators and meteorological sensors; maintenance of gas standards; performance of verifications on analytical equipment; and the configuration of data acquisition systems. Also included are: 1) development, configuration, and implementation of new technologies; 2) maintenance and development of database applications to track inventories; 3) planning, organizing, writing, publishing, and reviewing of program scientific reports and standard operating procedures; 4) performance of ad hoc statistical analyses and reporting of Air Quality data; 5) calibration of all analytical systems; 6) providing field support in the routine maintenance and repair of air monitoring systems.
Job Duties:
Perform Air Toxics Monitoring
Deploy and operate stationary air toxics monitoring equipment, portable air toxics monitoring equipment, mobile air toxics monitoring assets, and other air toxics monitoring systems in response to unit operational objectives, addressing citizen concerns and air emissions regarding oil and gas development, industry, enforcement, hot-spot identification and fence line monitoring.
Collect, Manage, Analyze, and Report on Air Quality Data
Perform data validation on data collected from air monitoring systems and special projects to ensure that the highest data quality standards are upheld. Manage all analytical data generated from mobile air monitoring systems and special projects. Data management is to include proper data formatting, naming, processing, and archiving. Perform data analysis, hypothesis testing, and reporting of scientific findings, using the application of theory and scientific principles in support of Air Quality research projects and associated deliverables. Write reports for air monitoring systems and special projects.
Maintain, Troubleshoot, and Repair Air Monitoring Systems
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all analytical systems and infrastructure necessary for stationary and mobile monitoring and to include scientific equipment, standards, generators, and vehicles.
Perform QC and QA Tasks
Develops, performs, and documents quality control and quality assurance tasks on analytical systems. Develops quality assurance project plans and standard operating procedures for new analytical methods, protocols, and procedures. Ensures all quality control metrics and procedures are in adherence with the project's quality assurance project plan, standard operating procedures, and prescribed analyzer maintenance intervals.
Study Design and Deployment Planning
Identifies ways in which Air Quality sensors can support and enhance ATOPS monitoring activities. Supports the use of sensors currently leveraged by ATOPS by working with stakeholders and public agencies to acquire the necessary support, materials, data, and access needed to successfully complete the project in a timely manner. Collaborates with measurement scientists within ATOPS to evaluate these technologies and integrate them into ATOPS operations through initial testing, developing SOPs, developing QA/QC and safety procedures, and optimizing the utility of the data through the database and data dissemination platform.
Other Duties as Assigned
Attends meetings, serves on task forces or teams, completes projects, and performs 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Chemistry, Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or a closely related field.
AND
Two years of experience in Air Quality monitoring.
Substitutions:

Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following experience:

• Experience in scientific data processing, reporting, and analyses
• Experience with a scientific programming language
• Experience with air toxics sampling
• Experience with statistical analysis
• Experience working with regulated entities
• Knowledge and experience with MS Office Suite and relational databases
• Knowledge and experience writing technical reports
• Experience in atmospheric field measurement techniques
• Problem solving including mechanical troubleshooting
• Ability to work independently in field settings and at remote locations
• Strong work ethic
• Team player with good people skills

Appeal Rights:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
• Travel two (2) times a week throughout the North Front Range, occasionally to other areas of the state.
• A valid Colorado Drivers' License
• Ability to lift 50 LBS

A complete application packet must include:

• A completed State of Colorado application.
• Resume
• Answered supplemental questions.

The Selection Process:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.

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.
You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
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 cdphe.humanresources@state.co.us or call 303-692-2060, option 5.Employment Type: Full Time