Quality Assurance Analyst (PSRS I) - HYBRID

Residency Requirement: 

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Experience Only:

Five (5) years of relevant experience in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Biophysics, Geology, Earth Sciences, Atmospheric Sciences, Meteorology, Astronomy, etc.), Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Environmental Engineering or a closely related field. 

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Biophysics, Geology, Earth Sciences, Atmospheric Sciences, Meteorology, Astronomy, etc.), Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Environmental Engineering or a closely related degree equal to five (5) years

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

• Ability to write and maintain document control of large scale technical documents,      
• Ability to develop, modify and update Access or SQL databases,                 
• Ability to write or manipulate standard programming code and database query languages,            
• Ability to utilize the scientific theory of operations and apply logic in both measurement and test equipment, including computers, in the application of troubleshooting techniques
• in the repair of faulty equipment or sampling systems,"                 
• Ability to assist in designing, testing, constructing and implement new technologies,   
• Experience in the use of spreadsheets and simple computer models to characterize and predict air quality response to environmental stressors,                     
• Ability to configure analog and digital communication protocols for analyzers, data loggers, and telemetry systems,                              
• Ability to perform descriptive & inferential statistics including and trend analysis,          
• Ability to multi-task, embrace ambiguity, understand organizational dynamics, recognize trends and identify systematic approaches to solving problems,                    
• Advance experience working with Microsoft (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point) and statistical software,                 
• Ability to create schematics for instrument configurations,                           
• An understanding of the theory of operation behind CO, SO2, O3, NOx, NOy, meteorological, and a wide variety of both filter-based and continuous particulate ambient air instruments, 
• Knowledge of federal air quality standards and regulatory ambient air monitoring requirements, 
• Fundamental understanding of how NIST traceability works and why it is important.                                                         

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
• TRAVEL: 15% of time traveling for in-state audits and out of state for training and conferences 
• CRITICAL STATUS: Must be available in the event of an emergency, (e.g., bio-terrorist attack, chemical attack, disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place. 

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:

• A completed State of Colorado application.
• RESUME
• COVER LETTER: describing how your professional/supervisory experience aligns with the preferred qualifications of this position and what interests you in this position
• 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.
   • 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, 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.