Salary: $60,112.00 - $90,272.00 Annually
Location: Broomfield, CO
Job Type: FT Non-Exempt
Department: Strategic Initiatives
Job Number: 2021-00352
Closing: 11/22/2021 5:00 PM Mountain
Description
This full-time position is generally scheduled four ten-hours days which could include evenings and weekends based on the needs of the department. Position includes excellent benefits; please see the Benefits tab for further information.
Salary Range: $28.90-$43.40/hour
Hiring Range: $28.90-$36.15/hour
The incumbent performs professional and technical work in the investigation, inspection and enforcement of the City and County (City) oil and gas regulations. The incumbent exemplifies the characteristics of a collaborative, innovative and resilient work culture and along with the leadership team, models the appropriate behavior to create and maintain a resilient work culture within the department.
The incumbent provides holistic services to the public by seeking ways to integrate programs or services provided by other departments, divisions and agencies. Works in partnership with other employees, departments/divisions, agencies and the public in delivering effective and innovative services.
Essential Required Tasks/Examples of Duties
(Persons hired in this position must be able to perform all the essential tasks required by the position. The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or peripheral duties that may be required. The City and County of Broomfield retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential tasks and additional functions of the job at any time. Examples of duties are not intended to be all-inclusive or restrictive.)
General Duties:
Conducts field inspections and/or investigations of oil and gas well sites to determine compliance with State and City regulations. Works to rectify any non-compliance issues identified with the operator and makes corrective action and enforcement recommendations to Assistant Public Health Director and the Local Government Designee (LGD). When appropriate, reports conformance and compliance issues to State agencies such as the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE).
Conducts inspections of oil and gas air sources that are delegated from the State to the City's Public Health Division. Responds to inquiries and investigates complaints alleging impacts from oil and gas operations or violations of State or City regulations. Participates in meetings with stakeholders, including but not limited to the COGCC and CDPHE, City staff, oil and gas operators, and the public.
Administrative Duties:
The incumbent is responsible for effectively managing his or her workload to achieve departmental goals. Enters information into the database to track and report field inspection data related to site construction, drilling, completions, production, reclamation, and remediation. Enters complaint information into the database to document investigation findings and associated corrective actions. Verifies that oil and gas operations are performed in compliance with State and City regulations. Maintains confidentiality of information consistent with applicable Federal, State and City rules. Contributes to the preparation and review of operational systems and departmental policies and procedures as necessary to maintain the effectiveness of the inspection NS complaint programs. Participates in training to gain familiarity with State and City oil and gas regulations and reporting requirements. Makes recommendations on changes or improvements of the inspection and complaint programs.
Budget/Resource Management:
Assures that responsibilities are performed within budget and performs cost control activities such as monitoring expenses to assure sound fiscal control. The incumbent is responsible for partnering with other staff members in planning, developing, and implementing the overall vision, mission, programs, processes and projects of the department. Monitors the progress of projects so the goals may be obtained within the established timeframe.
Public Relations/Communication:
The incumbent meets and confers with the public and customers to address inquiries/complaints. Attends meetings, workshops, and conventions as necessary for the maintenance of effective services. Responds to requests for information and advises City and County departments on oil and gas issues. Prepares a variety of reports, tabular and narrative, including annual report to City Council. Serves as a liaison with other departments. Maintains the accuracy of any program materials posted on the Intranet/Internet.
Miscellaneous Duties:
Incumbent operates a personal computer including associated software programs. Operates a motor vehicle in traveling to and from work sites. Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. Uses all required safety equipment. Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Training - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Planning, Geology, Geography, Civil Engineering or a related field. Certification in Opacity and Odor observation readings is preferred.
Experience - Three years of professional experience in oil and gas operations and experience in environmental health and safety.
OR
Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the Necessary Applicant Traits.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age. New hires must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer/hire processes: oral board, reference checks, background checks including local police check and sex-offender registry, driving record check, and fingerprint checks through CBI/FBI.
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. The noise level in the environment is usually low to moderate. Work is generally scheduled Monday through Friday. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk, talk or hear.
Field work could include exposure to the following environmental factors:
working outdoors in all weather conditions, wet, humid conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock. Worker must wear a hard hat at construction sites. Physical aspects of inspection work include climbing, stooping, crawling, and a considerable amount of walking. Physical demands are described as light (exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects). Involves sitting, walking or standing to complete work objectives both in the office and in the field. Data entry and other tasks may require sitting at a computer for several hours.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, color vision, and peripheral vision. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.