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Environmental Compliance Analyst
Environmental Compliance AnalystCity of Westminster • Colorado Springs, CO, United States
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Environmental Compliance Analyst

Environmental Compliance Analyst

City of Westminster • Colorado Springs, CO, United States
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Salary : $98,674.00 - $123,330.00 Annually

Location : City Hall, CO

Job Type : Full-time Benefited, 40 hours / week (1.0 FTE)

Job Number : 25-00235

Department : Chief of Staff's Office

Division : 25 City Hall Operations Office

Opening Date : 11 / 03 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 17 / 2025 8 : 30 AM Mountain

CITY EQUITY STATEMENT

The City of Westminster welcomes diverse candidates from the broadest base possible. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the job-someone who belongs, not just fits. We value life and professional experiences, recognizing equivalent combinations of knowledge skills and education.

Aligned with our city SPIRIT values, the successful candidate will have a passion and commitment to serving a diverse population of residents and must respect and uphold the principles of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for this role, even if you believe you have a less traditional background than described we invite you to apply.

POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION

The Environmental Compliance Analyst is a technical position that develops and implements policies, procedures, and programs to ensure the City's internal operations comply with federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations. This position partners and collaborates with City employees and consultants to continuously improve environmental compliance.

Work is performed independently and under the direction of the Operations ManagerThe office location is Westminster City Hall, 4800 W. 92nd Avenue and a 100% in-office onboarding period is required. The work schedule may be Monday-Thursday 7am to 6pm, Tuesday-Friday, 7am to 6pm, or a Monday-Friday, 8am to 5pm. After onboarding and based on operational needs, an up to 50% remote schedule may be authorized with approval of the Manager and Department Director.

The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster has a Multilingual Stipend Program to encourage, and reward benefited employees who are conversationally fluent in languages other than English. Benefited employees have the opportunity to test their language proficiency skills and qualify for a bi-weekly stipend that will vary based on the employee's level of proficiency and usage.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES / GENERAL COMPETENCIES

The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission : The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service - People - Integrity - Respect - Innovation - Teamwork).

This position supports the goals of the Chief of Staff's Office, which coordinates and oversees cross-departmental initiatives and activities across a wide range of municipal systems, services, and programs. This includes managing the Municipal Court Division, the City Clerk's Division, the City Hall Operations Division, the City's justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts, as well as the Policy & Budget Division.

Every employee is accountable to :

  • Demonstrate a high level of customer service; encourage others to focus on the customer; foster an environment where customer service is a priority
  • Communicate with customers to ensure that, where possible, they are satisfied and that their needs are being addressed; solicit and evaluate customer feedback
  • Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision
  • Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city and the community; conduct self in a professional manner
  • Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty and ethical behavior
  • Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner
  • Support / promote change; demonstrate flexibility and takes calculated risks when appropriate
  • Participate in personal growth opportunities and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization
  • Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered
  • Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities, and helping others achieve objectives
  • Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences

GENERAL COMPETENCIES

Citywide - Every employee in this position is accountable to :

  • Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication and follow-through on commitments
  • Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses and target areas for personal self-development
  • Demonstrate initiative in performing job tasks
  • Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions
  • Achieve goals, handle assigned workload and new assignments effectively; demonstrate an ability to work independently
  • Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using clear and concise verbal and written communications
  • Demonstrate accountability for work and take ownership in job performance
  • Demonstrate concern for the accuracy and quality of work; take steps to correct mistakes and improve the overall product
  • Job Specific - Every employee in this position must be able to :

  • Utilize knowledge of :
  • Federal, State and local chemical health and safety, air, water, solid waste, hazardous waste, above / underground storage tank regulations, transportation and Uniform Fire Code articles related to the storage of hazardous materials and flammable liquids

  • Environmental management systems
  • Environmental policy and planning principles
  • Personal computer software applications including the geographical information system (GIS)
  • Analyze, evaluate, and initiate environmental compliance directives
  • Create clear and concise written documents regarding policies and programs and then provide training on such policies
  • Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to prepare comprehensive report writing
  • Exercise independent judgment in planning work details, prioritizing projects and technical recommendations which includes completion of projects in a timely, detailed manner
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, consultants / contractors, and the general public
  • Travel to various City facilities for meetings, trainings, inspections and compliance monitoring
  • Work on several projects simultaneously and be able to adapt to rapidly changing priorities
  • Maintain a strong organizational orientation and perspective
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills, including listening, plus a high emotional intelligence and self-awareness
  • Demonstrate skills and knowledge of environmental compliance program administration as applied to program research, analysis, writing and evaluation
  • Plan, organize and prioritize tasks effectively to meet project deadlines and objectives.
  • Use analytical and critical thinking skills to identify patterns, assess complex information, and make conclusions
  • Act in a professional manner at all times and maintain proper confidentiality as required
  • JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

    Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Tasks

  • Ensures the City of Westminster's internal operations comply with federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations
  • Develops policies and procedures for environmental compliance and coordinates with departments to integrate policies and procedures into operations

  • Interprets environmental regulations and translates them into actionable internal processes
  • Partners with employees within each operation to ensure compliance
  • Develops, implements and maintains a citywide environmental management system (EMS) to monitor environmental compliance citywide
  • Identify opportunities to improve environmental compliance and reduce risk
  • Performs site assessments of facilities and operations to verify compliance
  • Documents findings, flags issues, and partners with employees to address corrective actions
  • Participates in external inspections or site visits by regulatory bodies
  • Tracks regulatory deadlines and completes permit and reporting requirements
  • Coordinates contractual assistance for sampling, lab testing and any associated reporting
  • Ensure facilities properly store and dispose of hazardous materials
  • Manages citywide hazard communication program
  • Works with departments to maintain citywide inventory of safety data sheets (SDS) for all chemicals
  • Ensures proper chemical storage, labeling and handling procedures
  • Manages environmental compliance program administration and recordkeeping
  • Oversees environmental compliance operating and CIP budgets and makes budget recommendations

  • Solicits contractual assistance for specialized environmental compliance work and keeps contracts and amendments up to date
  • Maintains organized and up-to-date files of assessments, permits, test results, violations, and environmental data
  • Ensure all environmental records meet legal and policy requirements for retention and accessibility
  • Hires interns to assist with specific aspects of the environmental compliance program
  • Manages internal training and communication, as well as community engagement and education
  • Support the development and delivery of environmental training

  • Educate employees and contractors on procedures for handling chemicals, disposing of waste, or reporting spills
  • Communicate program updates to internal stakeholders through various channels and serve as main point of contact for environmental compliance questions
  • Participate on the citywide Safety Committee and other citywide teams
  • Assist with the oversight of the centralized recycling site
  • Inform and educate the public about environmental requirements and best practices
  • Update external-facing website and Recycle Right guide to assist residents with recycling and disposal questions
  • Participate in local and regional environmental compliance groups to stay current with industry trends and build relationships
  • Maintains regular and punctual attendance
  • Other Duties and Responsibilities

    Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City's discretion.

    POSITION REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS / PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

    Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses and Certifications

    Required :

  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in environmental compliance
  • Experience in project management, with the ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks effectively to meet project deadlines and objectives
  • Ability to obtain the 40-hour HAZWOPER certification, or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire
  • A valid driver's license and safe driving record
  • Preferred :

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, chemistry, engineering, biology, physical science, or closely related field
  • Experience with environmental compliance in local government operations
  • Experience implementing an Environmental Management System (EMS)
  • Experience designing and delivering training on environmental compliance topics
  • Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered

    Physical Requirements

    Work is sedentary in nature and requires sufficient physical stamina and strength for :

  • Constant sitting to perform daily tasks; occasional walking through a multilevel facility to retrieve information; frequent standing sometimes for extended periods
  • Frequent squatting, reaching above shoulder and twisting to file documents and lift supplies and material; occasional bending, kneeling, climbing, balancing and reaching below shoulder to store documents, material and supplies
  • Constant light grasp, fine manipulation, and handling to perform daily duties; occasional firm grasp to safely use equipment
  • Frequent lifting, carrying, push / pulling of up to ten (10) pounds to move material and supplies; occasional lifting, pushing / pulling of up to 25 pounds with dollies and cart
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

    Work is mostly performed indoors and is primarily sedentary office work with short periods of field work. Must demonstrate the ability to meet the physical demands of the job including the ability to retrieve information from various locations in the office when needed. There may be exposure to periods of high activity and high stress under demanding conditions. The position requires communication with City employees, the public, and outside agencies. Fieldwork includes exposure to unfavorable weather or road conditions, high volume traffic, construction sites, and rough and undeveloped natural terrain.

    Required Materials and Equipment

    General office equipment, including phone, calculator, computer terminals, computer applications, and printers

    PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

  • Background checks will include employment references and criminal history and when applicable, credit check, driver's license record, education verification
  • Pre-employment drug screen
  • Must be legally entitled to work in the United States
  • The City of Westminster, Colorado, is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community.

    The City of Westminster offers a comprehensive benefit package including :

  • Health and Dental
  • Flexible Spending
  • Pension / Retirement Plans
  • Term Life Insurance
  • Long-term Disability
  • Survivor Benefits
  • Wellness Program
  • Leave program that provides for vacation, holidays, sick leave, major illness, on the job injury, and administrative reasons
  • Career Development Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • For a more detailed overview of our Exempt and Administrative Officer benefit package :

    The City of Westminster does not participate in the Social Security system. In lieu of Social Security contributions, the city contributes to a 401(a) defined contribution plan on your behalf.

    401(a) Contribution Rates :

    Employee Mandatory Contribution : 11.5% of your base pay. Contributions are pre-tax and fully vested.

    Employer Contribution : 12% of your base pay.

    Employer Contribution Vesting Schedule

  • Less than 3 years - 0%
  • 3 to 4 years - 60%
  • 4 to 5 years - 80%
  • Over 5 years - 100%
  • For employees age 55 and older, the employer contributions are 100% vested
  • The City of Westminster provides employees with innovative and practical ways to improve their commute through two key features, EcoPass and Commute Benefits powered by Commutrics. EcoPass provides unlimited trips on RTD's core transit services and Commute Rewards allows you to record your trips and get rewards based on your commute mode.

    01

    Do you have a bachelor's degree in environmental science, chemistry, engineering, biology, physical science, or closely related field?

  • Yes
  • No
  • 02

    Do you have a minimum of (5) years of experience in environmental compliance?

  • Yes
  • No
  • 03

    If you answered yes to having a minimum of five (5) years of experience in environmental compliance, please describe your experience in one brief paragraph.

    04

    Do you have experience in project management?

  • Yes
  • No
  • 05

    If you answered yes to having experience in project management, please describe a few of the projects you have worked on in one brief paragraph.

    06

    Do you have a 40-hour HAZWOPER certification?

  • Yes
  • No
  • 07

    Do you have experience with environmental compliance in local government operations?

  • Yes
  • No
  • 08

    Do you have experience implementing an Environmental Management System (EMS)?

  • Yes
  • No
  • 09

    If you have experience implementing an EMS, please describe your experience in one brief paragraph.

    10

    Do you have experience designing and delivering training on environmental compliance topics?

  • Yes
  • No
  • 11

    If you have experience designing and delivering training on environmental compliance topics, please describe your experience in one brief paragraph.

    12

    Do you have a current valid driver's license and safe driving record?

  • Yes
  • No
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