This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

This position will have hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.

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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 Master’s degree programs
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, and a variety of employee resource groups

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service #LI-KC1

The Work Unit:

The Climate Change Program (“the Program”) is housed in the Air Pollution Control Division at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). The Program provides necessary technical information, guidance, planning, and coordination for the development and proposal of climate-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction strategies and programs. In carrying out these duties, the Program also has the lead responsibility for identifying and engaging Disproportionately Impacted Communities around equity and environmental justice. This work is completed to ensure Colorado satisfies statutory, regulatory, policy, and programs as set forth by the state and federal Clean Air Acts and promulgated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Air Quality Control Commission (AQCC), and the State of Colorado. This Program also develops and maintains partnerships with EPA, the Colorado Energy Office (CEO), the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), the Colorado Department of Natural Resources (CDNR), the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA), and other agencies, as well as with air quality planning agencies (including the Regional Air Quality Council).

The Program supports state efforts and other internal and external stakeholders, in responding to GHG and climate-change-related duties associated with HB19-1261, SB19-096, HB19-236, SB21-264, HB21-1266, SB23-198, SB23-16, HB24-1346, AQCC Regulations 22, 27, and 7, the Colorado Greenhouse Gas Pollution Reduction Roadmap, and any such future legislation, regulations, policies or programs. It also adheres to accessibility requirements associated with HB21-1110 and HB24-1454.

What you will be doing

The purpose of this position is to lead state efforts to develop and implement a comprehensive accounting program for GHG reductions through such measures as carbon capture, removal, utilization, and storage as called for or in relation to SB23-16, HB24-1346, the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Act (state Air Act), AQCC Regulations 22 and 27, or as new laws and regulations develop regarding carbon management.

Job Duties:

Developing Carbon Management Accounting Program
This position is to lead state efforts to develop a comprehensive accounting program for GHG reductions through such measures as carbon capture, removal, utilization, and storage as called for or in relation to SB23-16, HB24-1346, the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Act (state Air Act), AQCC Regulations 22 and 27, or as new laws and regulations develop regarding carbon management. As the state’s lead authority on carbon management accounting, this position is critical in advancing the state’s climate goals by ensuring accurate greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories, coordinating inter-agency and cross-sector partnerships, and supporting compliance with state carbon management standards. This position is responsible for developing accounting standards, methods, protocols, guidance documents, processes, and policies to allow for the tracking of net life-cycle emission reductions associated with carbon management projects throughout their lifetime. Such accounting should be consistent with existing international standards where applicable and leads on:the tracking of regulated entities’ emission reduction obligations or over-compliance, the valuation of carbon credits,the potential for trade among various carbon markets,the statewide greenhouse gas inventory, policy-making within the Air Pollution Control Division or other agencies,carbon management outreach efforts. This position leads on representing APCD regarding its GHG accounting program in various settings, including in: testimony before the AQCC and potentially other boards and commissions, workshops or settings to provide guidance to regulated entities and other stakeholders,professional settings such as conferences, meetings or program development with other state agencies and the Governor’s Office. This position stays apprised of carbon accounting methodologies and protocols and will fill gaps with state-specific methodologies as needed. This position leads on sharing knowledge and information with other agencies and advises leadership on the opportunities and challenges associated with integrating carbon management accounting into state regulatory and incentive programs.

Conducting Carbon Accounting
Ensure the accuracy and transparency of carbon management projects. Ensure proper verification and auditing of carbon credits and offsets in the state market. Investigate discrepancies in reported carbon data and recommend corrective actions. Approving or recommending adjustments to emissions data submissions Prepare and present reports on carbon management progress to senior leadership, legislative bodies, and the public. Maintain up-to-date public-facing resources to improve transparency on carbon accounting efforts. Serve as a subject matter expert on carbon accounting for the media and public inquiries.

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.

Class Code & Classification Description: (New)

H1R5XX

POLICY ADVISOR V

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

An applicant may meet the minimum qualifications for this job in one of two ways: They may qualify through their work experience alone or through a combination of education and work experience.

Experience Only:

Eight (8) years of relevant experience in carbon accounting or a related field of work.

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in carbon accounting or a related field to the work assigned equal to eight (8) years

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following experience:

• In depth work with or development of greenhouse reduction protocols and methodologies; and/or related carbon accounting work for private or public entities.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
• TRAVEL: 1-2 times per month, for meetings and conferences primarily in the Denver area, but some travel for conferences and trainings around the state and nationally.

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 acknowledgment 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:

• A completed State of Colorado application.
• RESUME
• COVER LETTER
• WRITING SAMPLE
• Answered supplemental questions.
• If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) must be provided with application.
• 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".
• 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.