Medication Takeback and Green Business Coordinator (EPS I)
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Salary
$65,736.00 - $78,478.44 Annually
Location
Denver Metro, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
FAA010000-06/17/2026
Department
Department of Public Health & Environment
Division
Environmental Health & Sustainability Division
Opening Date
06/18/2026
Closing Date
6/29/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
cdphehrtalent_acquisition@state.co.us
Primary Physical Work Address
4300 Cherry Creek Drive South Denver, CO 80246 Lab: 8100 E Lowry Blvd, Denver, CO 80230
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
This position is only open to current Colorado state residents
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 (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)
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:
.he mission of the Green Business and Environmental Assistance Unit is to instill a sustainability perspective in all
of the department's work and to encourage practices that protect and improve the environment, grow sustainablebusiness, and lead to healthy communities. The unit provides resources that support community efforts to beinnovative in reaching these goals. The four strategic focus areas for the unit include: funding; technical assistance;recognition; collaboration and partnerships.
The Green Business and Environmental Assistance Unit is under the direction of the Division Director and works tocentralize and enhance the department's oversight of cross-cutting and voluntary environmental protectionprograms and initiatives. The unit works closely with other environmental and health divisions to assure thatinitiatives are integrated into the department's traditional environmental protection and public health efforts in anefficient and effective manner.
What You Will Do:
Under supervision, this position is to serve as an environmental protection specialist within the Green Business andEnvironmental Assistance Unit to serve both the Medication Takeback and Green Business Network Programs.This position coordinates the department's Household Medication Takeback (MTB) Program which also includes thesafe collection and disposal of needles. The department's primary response to the proliferation of PPCPs in theenvironment is the implementation of the HMTB Program, developed not only as a strategy to reduce the presenceof PPCPs in the environment, but also to reduce the likelihood of misuse of pharmaceuticals remaining in the homeonce expired or no longer needed. This position implements the program and coordinates the activities of collectionlocations and oversees the program's contractor and monitors progress on the contract.This position also supports the Colorado Green Business Network through data management, application review, andevent and communications support as needed. This position is designed to provide essential programmatic support tothe Colorado Green Business Network, expanding the quality of services offered to businesses and regional programsby organizing and establishing work processes to ensure the delivery of program services. This position will participatein the development of processes, coordinate essential program services and implementation of guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
Medication Take-Back Program Coordination
With oversight and supervision from the unit manager, this position is responsible for:
Coordinate the activities of the Colorado Household Medication Take-Back Program, including regulatorycompliance; methods development; records management; and collection site recruitment, establishment, andsupport.Conduct site visits and inspections at collection sites to ensure compliance with program rules, applicableregulations, and contract requirements.Develop and conduct outreach campaigns to collection sites as appropriate to promote the program and properdisposal when funding allows.Provide accurate data on program usage and develop an appropriate projection to provide to the GBEAU Managerthat will be used to develop the annual budget for contracts.
Green Business Program Process CoordinationUnder the guidance of a supervisor, supports the Green Business Network through developing and coordinating workprocesses under direct supervision of the unit manager to ensure effective delivery of program services andimplementation of guidelines and objectives.
Coordinate annual contract processes and purchasing for the Small Business Equity Fund, CSU Internship contract
and other grant programs in order to ensure proper adherence to procedure and timely processing of invoices.
Operates as an off-site coach for businesses seeking to better understand our program application and the metrics required for recognition.
Household Sharps Take-Back Program CoordinationUnder guidance from the supervisor:
Coordinate the Colorado Sharps Take-Back Program to provide additional locations for the safe collection and disposal of needles.
Work with the unit manager on development of a sharps contract and solicitation as-needed; working with fiscal and procurement staff on contract development and renewal;
Identifying and implementing collection methods and locations; and developing and implementing public outreach materials and campaigns.
Provide accurate data on program usage and develop an appropriate projection to provide to the GBEAU Manager that will be used to develop the annual budget for contracts.
Contract Monitoring to ensure that contractor activities are being accomplished on time, are complete, and are reported in an accurate manner.
Colorado Green Business Unit General Program SupportThis position performs a range of duties in support of the department's Green Business Program, including associated activities that support the program's recognition event. Duties may include:
Supporting the development of new practices, policies, and procedures for the Green Business Program;
Networking with local, state, or national Green Business Programs;
Assisting in the review of applications for recognition, including site verifications
Supporting Green Business Program marketing, recruitment, and recognition;
Other programmatic activities necessary to support operations of the Green Business Program.
Program Support for the SARA Title III Program CoordinatorThis position will provide backup support for the SARA Title III Program Coordinator in activities tied to activities of Tier II reporting and Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) data analysis. Under the direction and guidance of the supervisor and primary SARA Title III Program Coordinator, the employee will have the following job duties:
Checking theppsaratitle3@state.co.usmailbox daily and responding to e-mail questions.
Providing compliance assistance to businesses in regards to their Tier II reporting responsibilities under EPCRA.
Guiding businesses through the Tier II reporting process including CEOS (or other similar system) registration.
Understanding and maintaining a Tier2Submit database for the state.
Supporting businesses in completing payment of TRI fees
Creating and assembling a bi-annual TRI report for the state, which includes an analysis of pollution trends in Colorado.
Tracking assessed Tier II fees and following up with entities who have not paid associated fees.
Other Duties as Assigned
Attends meetings, serves on task forces or teams, completes projects, and performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor
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.
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: Experience Only:
Five (5) years of relevant experience in project management, database management, process coordination, budgets and contracting, customer service, or an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in project management, database management, process coordination, budgets and contracting, customer service or an occupation related to the work assigned equal to five (5) years
This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of the application.
"See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following highly desirable experience and competencies:
Experience improving programs related to environmental health and sustainability
Project management, Database management, budget and finance
Customer service, client training and follow up
Public health regulations and inspections
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process
TRAVEL: Travel will be limited to training needs, stie visits
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.
RESUME
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.
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State of Colorado
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