What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDA - Pesticide Enforcement Specialist position at State of Colorado Job Opportunities?
Department Information
Who we are:
Mission:
Core Values: Partnership, Service, Professionalism, Proactivity, and Respect
CDA Wildly Important Goals:
What you get from us:
Learn more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by visiting our EDI Homepage: https://dpa.colorado.gov/about-us/edi.
Agriculture is a part of all our lives. When you eat, put on clothes, or care for an animal-your life is touched by agriculture. Colorado's food and agriculture industry generated $47 billions of economic activity in 2019 and supports nearly 5% of the state's workforce. CDA is proud to be a part of such an important industry.
Mission:
The CDA's mission is to strengthen and advance Colorado's agriculture; promote a safe and high-quality food supply; protect consumers; and foster responsible stewardship of the environment.
Core Values: Partnership, Service, Professionalism, Proactivity, and Respect
CDA Wildly Important Goals:
To accomplish our mission, CDA focuses on four “wildly important goals:”
Goal 1: Advancing Local Food Access
- Goal 2: Expanding Water-Resilient Agriculture
- Goal 3: Supporting the Next Generation in Agriculture
Goal 4: Advancing Animal Health and Welfare
We use these goals to focus and align the daily work of our staff in support of Colorado farmers and ranchers. Learn more about our Department and our wildly important goals in our performance plan on our website.
What you get from us:
In addition to a great work location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
- Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans (www.copera.org)
- Medical and dental health plans (https://stateofcoloradobenefits.com/)
- Employer supplemented Health Savings Account ($60 per month)
- Paid life insurance, plus additional optional life insurance options
- Paid Short Term Disability and optional Long Term Disability coverage
- 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave accruals
- BenefitHub state employee discount program
- Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
- Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, remote work opportunities, free parking, professional development and more!
To learn about the total compensation package for State government employment visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/totalcompensation
Equity, Diversity, and InclusionThe 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.
Learn more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by visiting our EDI Homepage: https://dpa.colorado.gov/about-us/edi.
Description of Job
Work Unit:
This work unit exists to enforce the Pesticide Applicator’s Act (PAA), C.R.S. 35-10-101-128 and the associated Rules and Regulations Pertaining to the Administration and Enforcement of the PAA 8 CCR 1203-2. The statute enforced deals with human health protection, consumer protection and environmental protection concerning the application of pesticides.
This position is an entry level Pesticide Enforcement position that performs necessary investigation analysis, field work and other assigned duties for compliance with regulations established under the CDA pesticide programs. When fully trained the position will review, evaluate, and obtain evidence that is presented as proof of a violation from CDA field services staff for the purposes of issuing a Violation Notice or Cease and Desist Order. The position will evaluate evidence that has been collected from other field staff during an investigation and will compile, analyze, and determine if violations exist and are provable. The position will work to analyze complaints, evaluate evidence, prepare documents recommending administrative actions, including Cease and Desist Orders, Stipulated Agreements, Civil Penalties and other enforcement actions that may be necessary based on the severity of the violative actions The position will perform pesticide enforcement follow-up inspections to verify compliance has been achieved after the issuance of an enforcement action; conduct various office, field and WPS inspections on pesticide applicators as needed and assist the GPIV and GPV in the identification and production of documents pursuant to the Colorado Open Records Act as time permits.
Duties:
When fully trained duties include, but are not limited to:
Compilation of Investigative Files
- Review, evaluate and obtain evidence that is presented as proof of a violation from CDA field services staff for the purposes of issuing a Violation Notice or Cease and Desist Order.
- Evaluate evidence that has been collected from other field staff during the course of an investigation and will compile, analyze and determine if violations exist and are provable.
- Analyze complaints, evaluate evidence, prepare documents recommending administrative actions, including Cease and Desist Orders, Stipulated Agreements, Civil Penalties and other enforcement actions that may be necessary based on the severity of the violative actions.
- Perform pesticide enforcement follow-up inspections to verify compliance has been achieved after the issuance of an enforcement action; conduct various office, field and WPS inspections on pesticide applicators as needed and assist the Supervisor and Work Lead in the identification and production of documents pursuant to the Colorado Open Records Act as time permits.
- Conduct all types of pesticide applicator inspections (routine office, field, WPS, private applicator recordkeeping, etc.) that may initiate enforcement actions.
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.Salary
$1,917.23 - $2,300.77 BIWEEKLY
$49,848.00 - $59,820.00 ANNUALLY
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This position is advertised in line with the Governor’s executive order focused on skills-based hiring practices that focuses on the knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the job and aligns the hiring process accordingly. Skills-based hiring reduces potential barriers for applicants and allows for reduced bias in the hiring process by providing a direct description of skills that are unique to the duties assigned to the position with a recognition that the applicant may have developed these skills through education, training, or past experiences.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Only:
Five (5) years of professional experience in any regulatory and/or paralegal capacity.
(Positions requires basic writing skills, computer skills, and interpersonal skills upon hire.)
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to five (5) years.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior state experience
- Regulatory experience concerning pesticide use.
- Excellent writing and reading abilities particularly of legal documents
- Knowledge of existing statutes and rules concerning pesticides.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License with the ability to independently travel.
- Must pass a motor vehicle records background check.
- Circumstances may require position to work outside of regular business hours.
Required Competencies:
- Knowledge of Pesticide Application
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills, in person and over the phone
- Demonstrates initiative and self-motivation.
- Detail-oriented.
- Excellent communication skills; able to communicate effectively and articulately in writing and orally with diverse communities in all corners of the state.
- Proficiency in the use of Google email, Google docs, databases, the use of other electronic system(s).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently.
Important Information:
Part of, or the entire selection process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials. Therefore, it is paramount that in the experience portion of your application, you describe the extent that you possess the education, experience and competencies outlined in the job announcement as well as the special and/or preferred qualifications. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.
Please submit the following:
- Online application (completed fully) describing how you meet the minimum qualifications
- OR If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received (either by US mail or email to mary.hunt@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.
- DD214 (if applicable)
- Unofficial copy of transcripts (if applicable)
Factors that will be assessed:
- Technical Competence – Technical experience as it relates to the duties outlined in this job announcement.
- Depth and Breadth of Experience – Experience that covers multiple areas outlined in this job announcement. Experience should be varied and not one dimensional and demonstrate a wide range of community involvement.
- Job Fit – Experience will be evaluated to determine how well your past experience aligns with and meets the business needs of this position. Current experience is preferred.
Appeal Rights: (Updated)
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, atspb.colorado.gov/board-rules.
Supplemental Information
Important Information: Part of, or the entire exam for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application material. Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received. Therefore, it is very important that you clearly describe all of your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" will not be considered.
All applications that are received by the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement by a Human Resources Specialist. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may 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.ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact by phone or email at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.
The Department of Agriculture 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 Mary Hunt, at mary.hunt@state.co.us or call 303-869-9006.
E-Verify
CDA 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.
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it.
Salary : $49,848 - $59,820
