Department Information

In return for the skilled work you do, DPA provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to accompany employment opportunities. Please see the Benefits Overview video for details on the benefits offered to employees.

Description of Job

The position will review environmental product declarations environmental product declarations (EPDs) from manufacturers and determine if they are applicable for the eligible materials sales and use tax exemption. The Office of the State Architect (OSA) will annually, or as appropriate, adjust downward the maximum acceptable global warming potential (GWP) of each material eligible for the tax exemption. The list of eligible manufacturers and products will be updated accordingly. The position will review the availability of products, product EPDs, and work with the Buildings GHG Emissions Analyst to update the program on an annual basis. The position will operate independently in performing the full range of professional tasks. Work requires the use of discretion and creativity within limits of theory and principles of the profession; the OSA objectives; law and regulations; and, general systems and guidelines. Judgment is used in the adaptation and skilled application of guidelines to solve the full range of problems related to the assignment. An employee in this class must anticipate and analyze the impact and consequences of decisions made.

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  Create and maintain the list of products meeting the State sales and use tax exemption
• By January 1, 2024, provide DOR with a list of products eligible for sales and use tax exemption.
• Meet the deadline of July 1, 2024, for eligible decarbonizing building material tax exemptions.
• Create a list of products based upon manufacturer’s information matching the list of eligible materials as established in House Bill 21-1303.
• Review environmental product declarations (EPDs) from manufacturers against the OSA criteria to determine if they are applicable for the eligible materials sales and use tax exemption.
• Create Sales and Use Tax Topics (policy) pertaining to decarbonizing building materials (similar to DOR’s Sales and Use Tax Topics documents)
• Determine method for obtaining EPDs (contractor submitted or outreach obtained)
• Compile and organize applicable information for the database of eligible materials EPDs used in Colorado projects.
• Track manufacturers on the list
• Create a process to review manufacturers and their materials to determine if they can earn the tax exemption for eligible decarbonizing materials
• Prepare internal quality check reports to ensure accurate data
• Work with the Department of Revenue to establish the tax exemption criteria
• Work with DOR to determine their criteria for products with tax exemptions and set EPD requirements for eligible tax exemptions.
• Determine the fields necessary in the OSA list to match the DOR taxation database, tax software.
• Annually review eligible building materials tax exemption criteria and update this list
• Frequently review DOR EPD database to assess submitted documents and report additional compliant materials
• Work with OSA’s Buildings GHG Emissions Analyst
• Analyze carbon data and help promote data-driven decision making through the collection and utilization of program data.
• Work to identify new and innovative GHG reduction measures and approaches.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

• A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, but may be attached. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. Resumes WILL NOT be reviewed for minimum qualification screening. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will also be used as part of the comparative analysis process to identify a top group for further consideration.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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  Experience only:

At least six years of experience with practices of Accounting including Generally Accepted Accounting; principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.

OR

• Education and Experience:

At least a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related
to the work assignment.

AND

At least two years of experience with practices of Accounting including Generally Accepted Accounting; principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards. Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

The exceptional candidate will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following preferred qualifications:

• Previous State Service related to the work assigned to the position
• Experience with environmental product declarations (EPDs);
• Current or prior state experience as an analyst.
• Experience with LEED projects and/or other green building rating systems projects.
• LEED Green Associate, Green Globes Emerging Professional, or any other comparable sustainable building guideline certification (or within one year).
• General understanding of embodied carbon, building decarbonization policies, and knowledge of building design and implementation.
• Knowledge of any State and local statutes, ordinances, resolutions, and policies relating to sales and use taxes, tax collection and tax auditing.
• Working knowledge of sales and use tax codes, regulations and other sources of authority
• Ability to multitask multiple projects and deadlines.
• Capable of being flexible and switching priorities regularly.
• Display strong analytical skills, problem solving, communication, and instructional skills
• Strong work ethic and desire to collaborate within teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with Google sheets and docs.
• Experience in or work related to technical accounting, life cycle analysis, carbon footprint accounting or other related experience.
• Previous Customer Service Experience

Conditions of Employment:

• A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.

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.

Supplemental Information

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.

Accommodations: The Department of Personnel & Administration 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, Bree Hanson brean.hanson@state.co.us or 303-866-4244