Electronics Specialist (Temporary) at State of Colorado, CO

About the Department

This is a temporary position for 9 months and may end sooner. No benefits are available.

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Be BOLD and make a real difference . . .

Do you desire a position that provides you with opportunities to improve the world around you? The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a career position that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Colorado citizens. Our mission is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play. Our vision is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
 
If your goal is to make a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Our tobacco-free campus offers free parking and is conveniently located near RTD bus lines, the Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Glendale City Set, and the Cherry Creek bike path.

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Be BOLD and make a real difference . . .

Do you desire a career that provides you with opportunities to improve the world around you? The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a career position that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Colorado citizens. Our mission is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play. Our vision is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. In addition to working with a great team and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Employee wellness programs and facilities

• Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system

• Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans

• Medical and dental health plans

• Paid life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off

• Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees

• Tuition assistance for college level courses including Masters degree programs

• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, and  

• A variety of employee resource groups

• We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

Position Duties

The Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response (DCPHR) exists to ensure that the Department has the ability to effectively monitor, detect, diagnose, prepare for, and nimbly respond to, all types of conditions and events that impact the public’s health. The division includes the Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response; State Public Health Laboratory; Health Equity Branch, Communicable Disease Branch; Immunization Branch; Public Health Informatics, Reporting, Technology Branch; Refugee Branch; and Operations Branch. The Division exists to ensure that the Department has the ability to effectively prepare for, monitor, detect, diagnose, investigate, and nimbly respond to all types of conditions, events and disasters that impact the public’s health.

The Work Unit 
The Evidential Breath Alcohol Testing (EBAT) Program is responsible for the regulatory and administrative oversight of Colorado's DUI enforcement program. The EBAT Program develops the processes and procedures used by law enforcement agencies who perform breath alcohol testing for DUI purposes. The EBAT Program promulgates the regulatory language and requirements specified in the Department's (5CCR 1005-2} Rules Pertaining to Testing for Alcohol and Other Drugs, approved by the State Board of Health.  The  EBAT  Program  maintains,   repairs,  calibrates  and  certifies   the  breath  alcohol  testing instrumentation and associated equipment. The EBAT Program trains and certifies all law enforcement officers in Colorado who perform breath alcohol testing for DUI purposes.    The EBAT Program annually inspects all law enforcement agencies where the certified instrumentation is being used for breath alcohol testing.   The EBAT Program provides instrumentation records for discovery and CORA purposes. The EBAT Program serves as the State's Expert in breath alcohol testing for every Judicial District in Colorado and provides expert testimony in legal cases.

The Position
The purpose of this position is to perform calibration adjustmentments, Calibration, verifications, repairs and certifications to include technical and administrative reviews on the lntoxilyzer 9000 used exclusively by law enforcement agencies  in the state of Colorado for DUI enforcement. Issue calibration certificates to  law enforcement  agencies in accordance with ANAB ISO/IEC-17025 accreditation standards. Maintain and repair simulators, prepare, verify and supply standard simulator  solutions  to the agencies following  established   procedures.  Schedule and perform EBAT operator and instructor certification classes statewide using established training materials. Usage of the EBAT databases to store records and data related to the program.  Assist with performing uploads and downloads of 1-9000  records  and   help  program  staff   to  keep  the   officer  certification tables  updated.  Provide customer and stakeholder support either directly or by directing them to appropriate EBAT personnel.  Assist in coordinating inventory and maintenance of the parts and supplies the EBAT program requires to maintain critical functions, and perform other duties as assigned. The position also functions as the state's  expert   and  provides  legal testimony in all aspects  of  the breath alcohol testing program when necessary.

• Performs instrument adjustments, calibrations, calibration verification and certification activities on the lntoxilyzer 9000 and associated equipment following  approved procedures and program policies.  
• Maintain and certify the EBAT program's reference instrument and calibration/adjustment and calibration verification equipment used to perform calibration activities in accordance with ANAB ISO/IEC-17025 accreditation requirements.

• Performs entry level troubleshooting and repairs using surface mount technology on instrument component operating boards within the Intoxilyzer 9000. 

• Provides accurate and timely information to customers when inquiries are received.
• Log and track solutions and kits in the database per QA procedures and protocols.
• Stay up-to-date on all assigned tasks for QA and mandated trainings from Safety and HR.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  
 
Experience Only:
One (1) year of relevant experience* repairing, performing maintenance, installing, modifying, calibrating, certifying, or fabricating precision measurement testing devices and associated equipment. Equipment experience must be primarily precision measuring equipment, or other related breath alcohol testing electronics equipment.

OR

Education and Experience:
A combination of related education** advanced technical education in electronics technology and/or relevant experience repairing, performing maintenance, installing, modifying, calibrating, certifying, or fabricating precision measurement testing devices and associated equipment. Equipment experience must be primarily precision measuring equipment, or other related breath alcohol testing electronics equipment equal to one (1) year.

• Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE.
• No DUI or DUID Convictions
• On-site position.
• 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.

Other Qualifications

Supplemental Information

A complete application packet must include:

1. A completed State of Colorado application.
2. If using education to qualify, a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
3. If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.

The Selection Process:

1. 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.
2. 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.

3. 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 [email protected]or call 303-692-2060, option 5.