Statewide Avalanche Specialist

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Statewide Avalanche Specialist

Salary

$75,000.00 - $91,176.00 Annually

Location

Golden, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

HAA-50004971-08/24

Department

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

09/06/2024

Closing Date

9/22/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

425 C Corporate Circle Golden, CO 80401

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Matthew.Draper@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.

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Department Information

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

This position is covered by the Partnership Agreement between the State of Colorado and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions (COWins). New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

About CDOT

Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans’ lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you’ll have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our careers page (https://www.codot.gov/topcontent/employment/overview.html) to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellent benefits (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits) package!

CDOT for All

CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill one or more positions.

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Description of Job

A bout the Work Unit

The Division of Maintenance and Operations oversees maintenance operations across the state for 1800 employees. The Division provides leadership and direction in establishing and enforcing standardized best practices for training, execution, and sustainment of CDOT’s highway maintenance operations. Providing policy and direction to the day-to-day leadership of highway maintenance forces and coordinating with the Regional Transportation Directors, Superintendents, Traffic Engineers, and Division Directors for implementation of visionary plans and best practices. Coordinates activities with the CAIC and local patrols to safely and efficiently manage avalanche closures, mitigation and road opening The Division includes a Winter Operations Unit within the Division of Maintenance and Operations. The Winter Operations Manager will oversee CDOT’s $90 Million Snow and Ice Budget as well as setting standards for Winter Operations, Winter Product usage, Level of Service programming for Winter Operations, materials management, avalanche control, and training of maintenance forces. The position will lead CDOT in exploring new opportunities and ideas in the Winter Maintenance industry, focusing on integrating them into CDOT processes and culture in a way that brings value to both internal and external stakeholders. This position acts as the Statewide expert on winter operations, winter weather and avalanche forecasting, and avalanche mitigation and response. As the Statewide expert this position regularly assists other State agencies such as the Division of Fire Prevention (DFP), Division of Aeronautics (DOA), Division of Natural Resources (DNR) and works with federal agencies such as the National Weather Service (NWS) and United States Army. Position also publishes scientific papers at National and International conferences like the International Snow Science Workshop, Transportation Research Board, and International Geology Conference.

About the position

The Statewide Avalanche Specialist is a critical team member for the highway avalanche safety and mitigation program statewide. This position is heavily involved in planning, developing, and implementing many aspects of this program to ensure the safety of CDOT employees and the traveling public. This position will support the Winter Operations Program Manager and Statewide Avalanche Coordinator for CDOT’s avalanche mitigation program statewide, including Remote Avalanche Control Systems (RACS), United States Army Avalanche Program, and CDOT Explosives Licensing and Training.

Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• This position will assist the avalanche program manager on safety, operations, and maintenance of the non-explosive and non-artillery assets; required to assist with setting up and conducting winter operations when these assets are utilized. CDOT currently operates 49 Remote Avalanche Control Systems (RACS) systems. This position will assist with maintenance efforts with this technology across the State in the summer months.

• Assist with explosive magazines inventories and inspections

• Assist with training needed for CDOT employees so they can safely and correctly operate all current mitigation methods (RACS, Howitzers, Avalaunchers, Heli Bombing and hand charge routes). Record the results of the operations.

• Assist regional staff on operations decisions regarding avalanche mitigation techniques, explosive usage, and planning for future avalanche mitigation projects.

• Assist with all avalanche projects including construction, contract administration, and inspection of several different types of Remote Avalanche Control Systems (RACS).

• Assist with helicopter operations to support construction and maintenance of avalanche infrastructure across the state.

• Assist with fleet management of implemented RACS and future installations

• Knowledge of of procurement procedures

• Knowledge of contract management

• Ability to work around helicopters during longline operations.

• This position will be a member of the CDOT Artillery Program..

• Ability to travel in the backcountry during the winter.

• Ability to travel on high, very steep exposed portions of mountainous terrain.

• Must be willing and able to tolerate cold weather and wet or humid conditions.

• Must be willing and able to tolerate noise and vibration related to explosives.

• Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Schedule will primarily be Monday - Thursday, 10 hour shifts, with the potential to work weekends and holidays.

• Approximately 50% spent in the field, 50% spent in the office

• Travel required thr oughout the state for planning, coordination, and emergency activation; a dditional travel nationally and potentially internationally to represent CDOT at industry meetings

• Hike/ski/snowboard to remote areas within the mountains

• Exposure to hazardous (explosive) materials, inclement weather, high elevations

• Required to report outside of typical working hours to respond to winter storm events and emergencies

• Required to operate CDOT vehicles

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only:

Seven (7) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position such as Maintaining RACS Systems , Avalanche Mitigation, and/or general Explosives/Artillery.

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education formalized apprenticeship program, certification, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to seven (7) years. Related education examples: business, science, math, engineering, management, or administration, or a closely related degree.

Please note:The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. “See Resume” statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify via the substitution, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school and that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section

• Explosive Regulations background check is required in order to obtain

Explosive License for Avalanche Control, Construction, and Transporting within 6 months

• A current valid driver’s license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position

• Required to obtain a CDL within 6 months of appointment to the position with Hazmat endorsement, in order to transport explosives around the State; must obtain Type 1 Explosive License

• Must be willing and able to tolerate noise and vibration related to explosives

• Ability to travel in the backcountry during the winter

• Ability to hike and ski on high very steep exposed portions of mountainous terrain

• Ability to tolerate cold weather and wet or humid conditions

  Preferred Qualifications

The exceptional applicant will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;

• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;

• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;

• Professional certification in electrical, plumbing or welding;

• Strong commitment to safety;

• Experience in avalanche mitigation using multiple methods;

• Field experience in artillery usage;

• Familiar with the operation of heavy equipment and snow removal tools and techniques;

• Ability to manage time compression and work within stressful situations;

• Ability to improvise, adapt, and overcome changing assignments;

• Ability to communicate and coordinate with civilian, government, and military constituents;

• Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills;

• Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral;

• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;

• Excellent reasoning, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving ability;

• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;

• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations;

• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access), Gmail, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Supplemental Information

Applicant Checklist

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

• A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)

• A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)

• A cover letter that describes your interest in this position how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.

• A detailed chronological resume.

• If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

  Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

  Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.

  Notifications:

  All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " info@governmentjobs.com " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website.

  The Hiring 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.

• Be sure your application materials specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.

• A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.

  Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement

  If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion or reinstatement applicant.

  Employment Screening

  If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with “Info Cubic”.

  Info Cubic, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Info Cubic, a Division of Orange Tree, including its privacy policy, may be found online at www.InfoCubic.com and www.OrangeTreeScreening.com . Info Cubic is located at 7275 Ohms Lane, Minneapolis, MN 55439, and can be reached at 877.360.4636 or 888.222.0667.

The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includes: social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks . CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report.

Appeal Rights:

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or 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 under Rules.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

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.

Discrimination and/or harassment against any person is prohibited because of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity or any other protected class recognized under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA). This applies to all employment decisions.

ADAAA Accommodations

CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or 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 toMatthew.Draper@state.co.us

Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application.

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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

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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The Colorado Constitution requires that applicants for State of Colorado positions be Colorado residents at the time the application is submitted. Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency?

• Yes

• No

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  If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, have you attached your transcript to your application, which shows completed coursework and credit hours? Does it show if your degree is conferred (if applicable)?

• Yes

• No

• N/A - I am not using education to meet minimum qualifications

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  A cover letter and a resume must be uploaded as attachments to your online application. These documents will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement. Please note: The education, experience, abilities, and accomplishments listed in this announcement have been identified as critical to successful performance in this position. Your cover letter should address your interest in and qualifications for this job with CDOT. Please be specific and detailed in describing experience, abilities, and accomplishments as they relate to this position's requirements and major duties as described in the announcement. Did you attach these documents to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now.

• Yes

• No

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  Describe your experience in Emergency Management, Emergency Response, or Avalanche Mitigation.

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  If you are a current or previous State of Colorado classified employee, please provide your Employee Identification Number (EID) in order to verify your current or previous employment. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If not, please state "N/A".

  06

  Have you been subject to disciplinary action in the last three years of your work experience? If so, please provide details of that disciplinary action. If not, please state "N/A".

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  Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. If this does not apply to you, please put "N/A".

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  If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. Did you attach a copy of your DD214 to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now.

• Yes

• No - I am a veteran, but I do not qualify for veterans' preference.

• N/A - I am not a veteran

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  I understand that I am required to obtain Type 1 Explosive License within 6 months of my hire date.

• Yes

• No

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  I understand that I am required to obtain a CDL A with Hazmat endorsement within 6 months of my hire date, in order to transport explosives around the State of Colorado.

• Yes

• No

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  CDOT-Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability We are a federal contractor or subcontractor required by law to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We are also required to measure our progress toward having at least 7% of our workforce be individuals with disabilities. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all of our employees to update their information at least every five years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past. For more information about this form or the equal employment obligations of federal contractors under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, visit the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp. You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: • Autism • Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, or HIV/AIDS • Blind or low vision • Cancer • Cardiovascular or heart disease • Celiac disease • Cerebral palsy • Deaf or hard of hearing • Depression or anxiety • Diabetes • Epilepsy • Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, or irritable bowel syndrome • Intellectual disability • Missing limbs or partially missing limbs • Nervous system condition for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson's disease, or Multiple sclerosis (MS) • Psychiatric condition, for example, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, or major depression

• Yes, I Have A Disability, Or Have A History/Record Of Having A Disability

• No, I Don't Have A Disability, Or A History/Record Of Having A Disability

• I Don't Wish To Answer

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