Hot Oil Unit Operator jobs in Westminster, CO

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We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

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 Masters degree programs

• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, and

• A variety of employee resource groups

The State of Colorado is a national leader in addressing climate change and air pollution control. Join us as we protect the health and well-being of Coloradans by enforcing the state's air pollution laws and improving the quality of the air they breathe. The Air Pollution Control Division (APCD) has an exciting supervisory opportunity for you located in the Oil and Gas Program.

The Work Unit: 

The Oil and Gas Program conducts compliance evaluations (i.e. inspections) and issues permits to oil and gas operations (industries, processes, and associated activities) in accordance with the Colorado Air Pollution Prevention and Control Act and Air Quality Regulations promulgated by the Air Quality Control Commission. In addition, the Oil and Gas Program provides outreach and compliance assistance regarding oil and gas air quality regulations to the regulated community, citizens and staff of the Division, supports regulatory and policy development, and performs all other Division work related to the oil and gas industry. These responsibilities are divided into two functional groups: Compliance Monitoring and Permitting. This position is in the Permitting group.

The Oil and Gas Permitting Unit exists in the Oil and Gas Program to review permit applications to assess if proposed facilities and modifications will comply with Colorado air quality regulations and develops permit language and issues permits for these facilities. The unit also creates guidance and processes for developing emissions inventories and maintains data systems related to oil and gas facilities. The program prepares permits, attends inspections and other compliance activities, supports oil and gas initiatives including regulatory and policy development, and performs all other Division work related to the oil and gas industry. The program provides other Division staff, regulated industry and applicants, and the public with interpretations, clarifications, and policy guidance regarding air quality regulations, standards, and requirements for oil and gas emissions sources.

• overseeing the progress and completion of engineering-related projects
• assigning work to permit engineers and signing off on completed Oil and Gas permits servings as a technical resource for the engineering portion of the Oil and Gas program developing and implementing innovations in permitting
• establishing staff work schedules
• directing and monitoring electronic and physical paper workflows
• assigning work and provides training to staff
• monitoring quality, quantity and timeliness of projects completed by staff 
• working with Division staff and representatives from stationary air pollution sources to advise, clarify and negotiate to resolve complex oil and gas permitting issues and concerns providing leadership and coaching to staff to develop new skills and advance their career growth, including supporting Professional Engineer Licensure through oversight and verification of technical permitting work
• writing and reviewing performance plans and evaluating employee performance. recommending promotions, and signs personnel action forms
• initiating the hiring process
• providing Subject Matter Expertise to HR during the comparative analysis process
• interviewing applicants and makes hiring decisions

• develops and delivers guidance and training concerning federal and state oil and gas regulations for permit engineers and inspectors

• conducts education and outreach to the regulated community to foster transparency and understanding of state and federal regulations and permitting processes

• oversees the development of new forms, internal processes and permit application review tools 

• analyzes and interprets state and federal clean air act regulations as they apply to oil and gas production

• develops recommendations, including conducting research and technical analysis, for new or revised state regulations pertaining to oil and gas development and production

• provides technical assistance to oil and gas facility owners and operators

Residency Requirement: 

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. 

Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors

Two (2) years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position, one of which must have been as a licensed professional engineer.

Appropriate education in addition to that required for the professional engineer license will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis

• Demonstrated skill and experience in air quality permitting standards and practice
• Experience in evaluating compliance with air quality permits and/or state or federal air quality regulations  
• Experience in drafting New Source Review (NSR) Permits and/or preparing applications for NSR permits 
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in operating under complex regulatory and reporting requirements  
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and appreciation for diverse viewpoints as well as different communication and work styles in a multi-cultural and inter-generational environment 
• Skilled at adapting to a changing matrix work environment requiring acceptance of new challenges and opportunities 
• Excellent organizational skills; Demonstrated ability to set, track, and accomplish priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity 
• Experience managing staff and building highly productive teams (including coaching, conflict resolution, facilitation, and negotiation) 
• Ability to drive and support group, customer, and program initiatives;
• Demonstrated public speaking skills and ability to successfully establish and maintain working relationships with all partners 
• Ability to analyze data and provide recommendations 
• Experience working with procurement and following state procurement rules 
• Knowledgeable and highly proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite applications

Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE.

Appeal Rights: (Updated)

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, atspb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

A complete application packet must include:

1. A completed State of Colorado application including completed responses to supplemental questions.
2. If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) must be provided with application.
3. If using work experience to qualify for this position, please provide an adequate description in the work experience section of the application. Do not write "see resume".
4. If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application. 

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 of candidates, depending on the number of vacancies to be filled, 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, Dan McKenna, at daniel.mckenna@state.co.us or call 303-692-2060, option 5.