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NOTICE OF PROPOSED REALLOCATION
Position Number: 00175 Held by: Shelby Bearrows
This position In the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Air Pollution Control Division, has been recommended for Reallocation to: PHYSICAL SCIENCE RESEARCHER/SCIENTIST II
This position is open only to classified permanent employee of the listed Department and Division within that Department. This announcement represents the selection process for an occupied, reclassified state position. Applications will not be considered from any individuals not specifically covered by strict eligibility requirements.
The Work Unit:
The Quality Assurance, Data & Reports Sector exists to provide technical support and research capabilities for the Air Pollution Control Division (APCD) in the context of the State ambient air quality monitoring network, local and private corporation air monitoring sites, and special studies. The sector provides Quality Assurance and quality control for gaseous and particulate air monitors, as well as meteorological sensors. The sector collects, verifies, analyzes and writes reports from air quality data and distributes it to other government agencies and the public. The sector evaluates the air monitoring network and develops, screens and implements new air monitoring technologies and methodologies. The sector also reviews, analyzes and approves air monitoring plans and data reports generated by external agencies, private corporations and other entities.
What you will be doing
This position exists to provide Quality Assurance for the ambient air monitoring data collection programs, support the field staff by providing scientific and technical expertise when problems are encountered, and validate the final data product that the Technical Services Program submits to the US EPA's national AQS database. This position ensures that Federal and State law, regulations and guidance (in accordance with the Clean Air Act) are adhered to by performing system, site, analyzer, and data evaluations. This position functions as a staff level scientist that works as an integral member of the QA/Data analyst group that applies the scientific method, theory, and principles in the development and implementation of air quality research projects. Research project support can include the design of the research project elements and the acquisition, validation, statistical analysis and reporting of the air quality data. The acquisition of air quality data can further include the auditing of the other units' gaseous and particulate analyzers; the maintenance and repair of sophisticated analytical equipment, calibrating and auditing instruments; maintenance of primary laboratory standards and certification of field standards; and the configuration of data acquisition systems. Also included are 1) development, configuration and implementation of new technologies in both the field and laboratory environments; 2) maintenance and development of database applications to track inventories and network changes; 3) planning, organizing, writing, reviewing and publishing of program scientific reports and standard operating procedures; 4) performance of ad hoc statistical analysis and reporting of air quality data as needed; 5) backup support for performance of field calibrations and monitoring site maintenance; 6) provide technical support to the other Technical Services Program monitoring units by recommending systemic changes to improve upon the quality and efficiency of data collection; 7) provide training and guidance on any and all of the above mentioned duties to new and existing staff members. This position is operating at a fully independent/operational level.
Job Duties:
Statistical Data Analysis
Independently perform data analysis, data visualization, hypothesis testing, and reporting of scientific findings using the application of theory and scientific principles in support of air quality research projects and federal and state grant deliverables. This position may require the training of other staff members on how to use statistical software.
Technical Writing
This position is responsible for contributing to and writing technical documents. This requires research and interpretation of scientific literature, manufacturer manuals, federal monitoring guidance, and federal regulations in order to recommend changes to project design elements through the implementation of new and emerging monitoring technologies and/or procedures. As part of a team of scientists or under the direction of a senior staff scientist, this position assists in designing, testing, constructing and implementing new air monitoring technologies and/or modifying existing air monitoring equipment for specialized or new sampling requirements and providing documentation of these new technologies. This position also writes annual data and network summary documents required by EPA to be published for the public.
Database Development, Data Handling, and Documentation
This position participates in data collection, data validation and data storage processes to ensure that adequate and accurate information is being transmitted to the National EPA AQS Database system. This position has a working understanding of how to use databases, as well as how to enter information into and retrieve information from databases.
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, meteorology, data science or a closely-related field.
AND
Two years of experience in chemistry, atmospheric science, meteorology, data science or a closely-related field.
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.
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.
- A completed State of Colorado application.
- 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.
- 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.
- A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
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
