Salary : $88,104.00 - $105,600.00 Annually
Location : Denver, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: PHA 00227 08/25
Department: Department of Natural Resources
Division: Energy & Carbon Management Commission
Opening Date: 08/20/2025
Closing Date: 9/3/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 1120 Lincoln Avenue, Suite 801
Hiring Pay Rate: Employees new to State Government will be paid on a bi-weekly basis.
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: Catie Weber
Salary Note: Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
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.

Department Information
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Are you interested in investing in a career that makes a difference?

Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It's our mission to manage and conserve Colorado's natural resources for the benefit of people today - and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children.

We invite you to explore our website at https://dnr.colorado.gov/about-us to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado's natural resources for today - and tomorrow.

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.
In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Medical, Vision and Dental plans
• Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plans
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Wellness programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave
• Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For more detailed information, please visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits

About :The Colorado Energy & Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) regulates the development and production of Colorado's natural resources, including oil and gas, geothermal energy, and carbon capture and storage. The ECMC's mission is to do so in a way that protects the environment, public health, safety, and welfare.
The Engineering Unit ensures oil and gas infrastructure complies with professional engineering standards and the Energy and Carbon Management Commission's (ECMC) rules and regulations. It:

• Reviews information and applications for approval including production and injection well applications, technical well information, well work plans and for requests to plug and abandon wells;
• Monitors field operations under the Environmental Protection Agency delegated Underground Injection Control program;
• Responds to inquiries and investigates complaints regarding oil and gas operations;
• Reviews abandonment reports, Bradenhead tests, mechanical integrity tests, and routine injection well pressure checks to ensure compliance with ECMC's Rules and Regulations.
• Provides engineering advice for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency delegated Underground Injection Control program.
• Recommends enforcement actions and provides support for enforcement actions presented before the Commission at hearings for violations of Commission rules, and provides technical expertise in other hearing matters.

Description of Job
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
This position is the agency's Staff Authority and "Program Administrator" for the Underground Gas Storage (UGS) program in Colorado. This position exists to develop and then ensure compliance with the Rules and Regulations and policies of the ECMC by administering, monitoring, enforcing and reporting on the status of the UGS Program.

Specific job duties include but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement a regulatory program and the rules necessary to structure an underground gas storage program (UGS).
• Research, review, and understand the state of the industry related to UGS across the nation.
• Research, review, catalog, and understand the state of regulatory programs related to UGS across the nation, looking at federal, state, and local governments as information sources.
• Develop a regulatory structure to administer UGS in Colorado. This will include drafting rules, providing subject matter expertise throughout the rulemaking process, including stakeholder negotiations, developing administrative policies and procedures, writing and delivering operator guidance.
• Inform other ECMC work units of pertinent information related to UGS regulation and administration.
• Develop and implement a regulatory program and the rules necessary to structure an underground gas storage program.
• Coordinate with various agencies to document and inform state decisions to permit or deny proposed injection applications.
• Liaise with the Commission, Department of Natural Resources, Governor's Office, and other federal, state, and local agencies on all matters related to UGS in Colorado.

Other Duties Assigned.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only:

Eight (8) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to eight (8) years
Substitutions:
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Please note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. Your resume will not be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications; only the work experience section of your application will be reviewed to determine this. "See Resume" statements on the application will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current or former State experience relevant to this position
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity of Colorado oil and gas rules and regulations
• Knowledge and understanding of underground natural gas facilities
• Knowledge of federal underground gas storage regulations
• Familiarity with PHMSA's approach to underground gas storage facilities and associated pipelines
• Understanding of the role underground natural gas storage plays in energy infrastructure
• Ability to interpret policies and regulations
• Program and/or Project Management experience
• Experience working with or around Indian tribes
• Experience reading, writing, and interpreting rules and policies
• Experience in leading teams and change management
• Knowledge of interstate vs. intrastate gas facilities
• Customer service experience, previous public service experience, experience dealing with public, experience with complaint intake/response
• Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and industry representatives
• Experience developing project plans and managing projects

The current work arrangement for this position is as follows:
(Please note, this arrangement can be subject to change)

• Hybrid: This position will work in a combination of in office, from a home office, and working in the field after initial training period to be determined with supervisor.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be willing and able to possess and maintain a State of Colorado Driver's License
• Must be willing and able to travel to field locations as needed as related to the Underground Gas Storage program and ECMC.
• Must be willing and able to occasionally exert up to 20 lbs. of force to move objects.
• Extended overnight travel may be required to attend meetings and training in other areas of the State.
• You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. DNR does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
• Pursuant to the DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.
  
  To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who:
  
  • Have an assigned State fleet vehicle
  • Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position
  • Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle

Supplemental Information
The Assessment Process

• All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement.
• 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 will be a structured application review by Subject Matter Experts.
• Resumes, cover letters and other attachments are not considered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important to document in your application your education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement
• Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) since question responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication.
• This recruitment may involve additional testing and/or exams to arrive at the top group for interviews.

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.
The Department of Natural Resources 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
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.
The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

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 accommodation, please contact our Benefits Specialist at [email protected] at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required 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.

E-Verify

DNR 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 Support - Technical Help

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues.
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:

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The Colorado Constitution, Article XII, Section 13 requires that APPLICANTS for state classified government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application, unless this requirement is waived by the State Personnel Board (DPA). A residency waiver was not issued by DPA for this announcement. For more information, please see the FAQ's at: https://careers.colorado.gov/how-to-apply. Are you a current Colorado resident?

• Yes
• No

02

If you are a veteran who is eligible for preference points, did you upload/attach your DD-214? Veterans who wish to seek disability preference points based on a service related disability must submit acceptable documentation to support your claim for veterans' preference (exclude specific/private medical information).

• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable

03

Current and former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or who were deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation) must disclose this information on the application.

• I am not a current or former State of Colorado classified employee.
• I am a current or former State of Colorado employee but have NEVER been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation).
• I am a current or former State of Colorado employee and have been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation). NOTE: Failure to disclose this information and/or falsification of Application materials may result in being removed from consideration for this position.

04

Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose this information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify you application from the current position:
05

In order to comply with the Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, are you prevented from being employed in the United States because of your Visa or Immigration Status?

• Yes
• No

06

If you are using education to meet or substitute for qualifications, did you upload a copy of your official or unofficial transcript? (Your transcript is required as verification that you meet the requirements).

• Yes, I have attached my transcripts.
• No, I am not using college course work to meet minimum requirements for this position.
• Not Applicable

07

Did you upload your résumé and cover letter to this on-line application?

• Yes
• No

08

Part, or all, of the assessment for this position involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials. Please verify that you understand that the failure to include adequate information or attachments to your job application may affect your final score and/or prevent you from competing in any subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.

• Yes
• No

09

You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. DNR does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.

• I accept and understand.

10

Please briefly describe your experience with Colorado or other State, local or Federal oil and gas rules and regulations:
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What qualifications and/or experience would you bring to the agency to develop a regulatory process and program?
12

What experience as a project or program manager would you use to illustrate your previous successes as leading a project to a conclusion and navigating challenges?
13

Please describe your understanding of regulatory authority for Underground Gas Storage:
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Please describe your experience with explaining or conveying detailed technical information to a variety of audiences or internal and external stakeholders:
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This position may be provided a State vehicle, do you have a valid drivers license issued in the United States?

• Yes
• No

16

Please describe any regulatory changes you were a part of in a previous role:
Required Question