JOB
This is a term limited EPS I position funded through December 2028.This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. Are you interested in investing in a career that makes a difference? Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit of people today – and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children. We invite you to explore our website at https://dnr.colorado.gov/about-us to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado’s natural resources for today – and tomorrow. 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. In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Medical, Vision and Dental plansStrong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plansPaid life insuranceShort- and long-term disability coverageEmployee Wellness programsFlexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings Accounts11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leaveFlexible work schedule options and remote-work optionsCareer advancement opportunities throughout the State systemSome positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program For more detailed information, please visit State of Colorado Employee BenefitsAbout Colorado Energy & Carbon Management Commission (ECMC): The Colorado Energy & Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) regulates the development and production of Colorado's natural resources, including oil and gas, geothermal energy, and carbon capture and storage. The ECMC's mission is to do so in a way that protects the environment, public health, safety, and welfare.The Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (CECMC) Orphaned Well Program (OWP) identifies, prioritizes, and addresses “Orphaned” oil and gas wells, locations, and production facilities for which there are no known responsible parties or for which financial assurance instruments have been claimed. If not addressed, these oil and gas locations have the potential to impact surface and groundwater resources, impair a surface owner’s farming or ranching activity, harm wildlife, discharge atmospheric Green House Gases (GHGs), or endanger the public. Activities include plugging and abandoning wells; removing waste, equipment, and flowlines; investigating and remediating soil and groundwater impacts; installing safety equipment such as fences and signs; and reclaiming well pads and access roads. Additional activities include providing timely tracking data to the various Local, State, and Federal agencies affected by or providing funding for the program to effectively demonstrate compliance with complex requirements that vary for each funding source.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This is a term limited EPS I position funded through December 2028.This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.This is a new position required to meet the mandates of new Federal Grants (IIJA03 Formula Grant Phase 2 and DOI IIJA Performance Matching Grant) which include scoring new sites, inspecting locations, and monitoring vegetation on Orphan Well locations. This position will perform duties in Eastern CO (Counties: Adams, Arapahoe, Baca, Bent, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Crowley, Custer, Douglas, El Paso, Freemont, Gilpin, Huerfano, Jefferson, Kiowa, Kit Carson, Larimer, Las Animas, Lincoln, Logan, Morgan, Otero, Park, Phillips, Prowers, Pueblo, Sedgwick, Teller, Washington, Weld, and Yuma).Specific job duties include but are not limited to: Perform site inspections throughout the assigned regions and make real time decisions based on data that is gathered from site visits, location files, and local knowledge from soil conservation districts, county weed managers, landowners, and surface tenants to determine if the site poses safety concerns or environmental impacts and what type of action needs to be taken, such as suggesting to the Project Manager that changing the contour of the site would mitigate stormwater run on.Monitor and document vegetation for both pre-work and after completion of Orphan Well Program (OWP) project phases. Conduct environmental assessments of flora and fauna, soil and hydrological conditions on site as well as the identification of plant communities on sites (Native Colorado vegetation, undesirable, and noxious species). This position will be tasked with assigning a numerical value or response for stormwater, weeds, wildlife/livestock/vegetation impact, future land use and disturbance areas that will then factor into the overall Prioritization Score that the site will be given.Decide what information to communicate with assigned Project Managers to relay conditions of sites through all phases of reclamation at the request of Project Managers, Team Lead, Supervisor or Program Manager for other specific concerns.Other Duties Assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The Assessment Process All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. 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 will be a structured application review by Subject Matter Experts.Resumes, cover letters and other attachments are not considered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important to document in your application your education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) since question responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication. This recruitment may involve additional testing and/or exams to arrive at the top group for interviews.Equity, Diversity, and InclusionWe are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives 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. ADAAA AccommodationsAny person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request accommodation, please contact our Benefits Specialist at
[email protected] at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.E-VerifyDNR 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.Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical HelpIf you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues.
