Division Director - Division of Environmental Health and Sustainability - FAA90217 (Management)
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Division Director - Division of Environmental Health and Sustainability - FAA90217 (Management)
Salary
$105,720.00 - $169,164.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
FAA90217-05/13/26
Department
Department of Public Health & Environment
Division
Environmental Health & Sustainability Division
Opening Date
05/18/2026
Closing Date
6/8/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
4300 S Cherry Creek Dr Glendale, CO 80246
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
samantha.nelson@state.co.us
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
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Department Information
At The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) we are dedicated to the Colorado for All philosophy - working toward a Colorado where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
We support the basic human rights of our neighbors regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education level, disability, socio-economic status, or any other visible or invisible identity. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Be BOLD.....Make a REAL difference . . . join us in serving our communities advancing Colorado's health and protecting the places we live, work, learn, and play, to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
Mission - To advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play.
Vision - To create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
CDPHE offers:
Free parking and access to RTD bus lines.
Flexible working arrangements
Retirement ( PERA options), Medical and dental health plans
Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year and generous personal time off
Tuition assistance
Wellness programs
Professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects
Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. For more information, go to: https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch
Description of Job
The Work Unit:
The Division of Environmental Health and Sustainability (DEHS) comprises 13 units implementing a variety of programs to protect and improve Colorado's environment and human health. The division delivers services that:
Assure safe food from production to consumption through our milk, manufactured food, hemp and retail food programs;
Maintain acceptable conditions in schools, swimming pools, child care facilities, state correctional facilities, and tanning facilities;
Protect land, water and air quality resources affected by the agricultural animal feeding industry;
Improve Colorado's environment through programs to conserve and reuse resources, prevent pollution, and advance the principles of recycling and sustainable development; and
Provide epidemiologic research, public health surveillance, and toxicology and risk assessment information to the department's environmental and public health programs, local governments, and industry to inform decisions and policy development.
What You Will Do:
The Division Director oversees all division activities and functions. In partnership with other senior managers and program and unit managers, this position establishes the division's strategic direction in alignment with department-wide goals, ensures achievement of short-term and long-term objectives, develops and implements statewide policy initiatives, and manages funding, operations, and staff resources and capacity. The Division Director mentors staff and ensures professional development so that succession planning is in place for all programs and functions within the division.
The position supervises staff that directly oversee compliance with numerous state rules and regulations adopted by four of the department's Type 1 boards and commissions: the State Board of Health, the Water Quality Control Commission, the Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission, and the Air Quality Control Commission.
The Division Director is part of the Department's Leadership Team and functions to advise the Executive Director, the Director of Environmental Health and Protection, the Deputy Executive Director, and the Chief Medical Officer on a wide variety of issues, including issues related to: hemp; food safety laws and regulations; strategies to mitigate impacts of foodborne illness; toxicology and environmental hazards; and sustainability and strategies for greening businesses.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
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:
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NOTE:
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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
This experience and education must be substantiated within the Work Experience & Education section of your application. Please be sure to enter all relevant job history and education within the last 10 years. "See Resume" and missing relevant employment or education criteria will not be credited towards the minimum qualifications. Education will be credited on a year-for-year basis. Part-time work will be pro-rated. If using education to substitute for experience please upload a copy of your unofficial transcripts or a copy of your diploma/degree to your application. If you do not have access to either of these options, please contact the department contact.
Experience Only:
Ten (10) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position, two (2) of which must have included experience with public or business administration, or environmental science establishing goals and objectives, as well as developing and managing a budget to achieve program goals and objectives.
OR
Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business, public health, public administration, engineering, or physical, natural, or environmental science or closely related degree;
AND
Six (6) years of professional experience in organizational leadership, and/or administration of programs. Qualifying experience includes leadership and management in non-profit organizations, government programs, public health programs, health systems administration, or similar. Experience must include strategic or implementation planning, budget development and management, and leadership and development of teams.
COVER LETTER REQUIREMENT:
Along with the application, submit a cover letter, not to exceed two @typewritten pages, double-spaced detailing how your education and previous work experience has prepared you to excel in this job. Specific examples of experience that meets the minimum qualifications and the preferred competencies for this position should be included. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may involve a review of the information you submit in your application and cover letter. Written communication skills will be evaluated from the cover letter submitted.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following highly desirable experience and competencies:
Experience supervising, coaching, and mentoring of professional staff, including supervision of multi-level managers;
Leadership experience in a multicultural environment;
Experience with budget processes in a state agency;
Experience using organizational performance monitoring systems;
Experience using data, evidence, and evaluation to plan strategy, objectives, and action plans in group settings;
Experience with public speaking;
Experience with state or federal legislative and/or rulemaking processes;
Experience using data to monitor the impact, strengths, and weaknesses of strategies;
Experience managing complex operational systems, including implementation of policies, procedures, and monitoring;
Experience building and maintaining diverse partnerships, establishing collaborative goals, and resolve conflicts;
Professional experience navigating high profile, visible, politically charged, and/or controversial situations.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
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. *Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change based on CDPHE's business needs. The position will be expected to work on site, when needed, at 4300 S Cherry Creek Dr Glendale, CO 80246.
A pre-employment background and financial check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
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.
Critical Status: Must be available in the event of the activation of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place.
5%-10% travel required within the State of Colorado.
Appeal Rights:
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, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .
Supplemental Information
A complete application packet must include:
Completed State of Colorado application.
If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) or diploma must be provided with application. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
The Selection Process:
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.
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.
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.
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_benefits@state.co.us or call 303-692-2060, option 5.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
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This position requires educational transcripts or diplomas to be submitted if you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position or for the substitution of education for some experience. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications or substitution for this position, a copy of your unofficial (or official) transcript/diploma is required please attach to your application by the application deadline. Are you using education to substitute for experience?
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This posting requires a cover letter at the time of application - have you attached your cover letter? Applications without a cover letter will be considered incomplete and not moved forward in the recruitment process. Cover letters will not be accepted after closing.
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