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About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. 

What We Offer 

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $67,161.00 – $110,816.00.  New hires are typically brought into the organization between $72,000 – $98,000.  We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year 
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date.
• Pension Plan for Life (Employee contributes 8.45%, Employer matches at 17.95%)
• 457 (b) Retirement Plan (no early withdrawal fee!).
• STD, LTD, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance.
• CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee Volunteer Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2000/year), We Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources.
• EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides).

Location

The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model. Employees work where needed, at a job site several days a week and off-site as needed. In this position you can expect to work 3-5 days per week on-site.  Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days.

Who We Are & What You’ll Do  

This Environmental Analyst position implements DEN’s environmental and sustainability and programs for operational compliance and contributes to their continuous improvement. 

Job duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepares timely and comprehensive National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews for development projects to meet federal, state, and local requirements. While this position is expected to primarily develop NEPA Categorical Exclusions (CATEXs) for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) the position may also assist with developing technical studies and environmental documentation to support Environmental Assessments (EAs) developed for FAA and the Federal Highways Administration (FHWA). 
• Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) on the ISI Envision framework for sustainable infrastructure. Advises to what extent a DEN project should utilize the Envision framework (e.g., self-assessment versus ISI verification), what credits should be pursued, and reviews and comments on project specific Envision documentation.
• Monitors DEN development projects for the right time to influence positive environmental and sustainability outcomes. Builds effective working relationships with DEN Project Managers to identify when environmental and sustainability technical assistance, education and training is needed on a project to promote compliance and advance positive environmental outcomes and provides that assistance.
• Contributes scientific and regulatory expertise in assigned technical areas, including those related to FAA’s general conformity obligations, wetlands, threatened and endangered species, archaeological and cultural resources, and USGBC LEED.
• Serves as a SME on environmental aspects of DEN’s operations. Contributes expertise to DEN’s sustainability and environmental programs including an Environmental Management System (EMS) that is certified to ISO Standard 14001:2015.
• Monitors, reports, and verifies environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives of facility development projects at DEN.
• Develops and provides technical assistance, education and training on assigned areas of expertise.
• Assists facility development projects to avoid and/or mitigate impacts from hazardous substances, including environmental contaminants such as PFAS.
• Develops basic understanding of technical areas assigned to other team members, including CAA, CWA, RCRA, UST, SPCC, to support other team members as necessary.
• Learns to and assists with engagement with numerous and diverse internal and external stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring 

Denver International Airport (DEN) is the third-busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $47.2 billion for the region annually and employing nearly 37,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA+ communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility (EDIA) at the center of all that we do.

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Knowledge of and experience with the NEPA, Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, and other environmental regulations and policies.
• Highly desirable bachelor’s Degree in natural resources, biology, wildlife biology, ecology, water resources, geology, city and regional planning,  environmental science, environmental policy, or sustainability.
• Knowledge of the principles and theories of the social, physical and biological sciences sufficient to be able to investigate, monitor and protect the environment.
• Knowledge of environmental and sustainability issues and practices including but not limited to NEPA, Environmental Assessments, Environmental Management Systems, Green Buildings and Sustainable Infrastructure, and Stakeholder/Community Engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to use scientific and interpersonal skills to identify environmental issues, formulate and recommend actions, and influence positive environmental outcomes.
• Knowledge of project management is sufficient to be able to coordinate assigned projects, establish schedules, identify proper sequence, identify scope and manage budget, and produce adequate documentation.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships and function in various roles across large and diverse teams.
• A readiness to strengthen a positive and respectful organizational culture.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to synthesize information and present to and learn from diverse audiences.
• Skill in utilizing intermediate to advanced level spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
• Results-oriented, self-driven to contribute to a high performing team.
• Experience adapting to setbacks and changes in work assignments and ways of doing work.
• One (1) year of professional experience conducting and/or working on NEPA documents or studies.

Required Minimum Qualifications 

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, or in a related field based on a specific position.
• Experience: One (1) year of professional experience conducting research and analysis on a variety of environmental or public health issues or conducting environmental or public health inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Education and Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.
• Licensure & Certification:   Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Application Deadline 

This position is expected to stay open until May 22nd, 2025. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than May 22nd, 2025, by end of business to ensure consideration.

FBI Background Check: FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.

Snow / Emergency Duties: Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees may be required to work extended hours and/or shifts.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CE3351 Environmental Public Health Analyst Associate

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Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$67,161.00 – $110,816.00

Starting Pay

Based on relevant experience, education and internal equity

Agency

Denver International Airport

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. 

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