Environmental Protection Specialist II - Nonpoint Source Project Coordinator - 01445

The Environmental Protection Specialist II - Nonpoint Source Project Coordinator at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment involves managing nonpoint source pollution reduction projects, administering funding, ensuring compliance with water quality standards, and conducting outreach. Candidates need a relevant bachelor's degree and experience in water quality improvement projects. Benefits include health and dental insurance, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for advancement.
About the position

The Environmental Protection Specialist II - Nonpoint Source Project Coordinator position at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) focuses on managing and coordinating nonpoint source pollution reduction projects. This role involves administering federal and state funding assistance to local communities, ensuring compliance with water quality standards, and conducting outreach initiatives to promote water quality improvement. The position is integral to advancing Colorado's health and environmental sustainability efforts.

Responsibilities
• Manage nonpoint source (NPS) projects, including reviewing proposals, contracting, invoicing, and evaluating project data.
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• Analyze, interpret, and report water quality data to measure results from implementing nonpoint source best management practices.
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• Develop and maintain spatial data to support nonpoint source projects and program initiatives.
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• Coordinate the approval of contractor sampling and analysis plans to ensure project results are measured accurately.
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• Perform site visits and participate in targeted field work related to NPS projects.
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• Assist in developing guidance, tools, and standard operating procedures for nonpoint source program development needs.
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• Implement NPS guidance and tools consistently across projects.

Requirements
• A bachelor's degree in environmental science, natural resources, biology, geology, hydrology, chemistry, or a closely-related field and two years of professional experience in managing water quality improvement projects.
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• A master's degree in a relevant field can substitute for the bachelor's degree and two years of experience.
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• Six years of professional work experience in managing water quality improvement projects.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience managing projects that implement best management practices to improve water quality.
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• Experience developing contract documents and managing contracts from beginning to closure.
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• Practical experience evaluating and reporting water quality data.
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• Ability to engage local communities in improving water quality through outreach and education activities.
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• Professional experience in applying provisions of the Federal Clean Water Act or Colorado Water Quality Control Act.

Benefits
• Free parking
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• Paid holidays
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• Disability insurance
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• Health insurance
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• Dental insurance
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• 401(k)
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• Tuition reimbursement
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• Loan forgiveness
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• Opportunities for advancement
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• Flexible schedule
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• Life insurance