Environmental Engineer

Salary: $42.22 - $50.66 Hourly
Location : FC 5887 S Taft Hill Bld A, CO
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 202600174
Department: Solid Waste
Opening Date: 04/27/2026
Closing Date: 5/10/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Overview

Larimer County's Solid Waste Department is seeking a qualified Environmental Engineer to join it's team!

In this role you will provide strategic oversight of solid waste programs, hazardous materials management, and regulatory compliance. Oversees hazardous waste contracts, ensures compliance with applicable regulations, and leads the development of sustainable waste diversion infrastructure. Serves as a key advisor and liaison between internal stakeholders, external partners, and the community

The typical schedule for this position is 8am - 4:30pm, and overtime when needed.

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Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Exercise direct supervision over professional and administrative staff.
• Assign, direct, and supervise activities of assigned staff, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards; administers or makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning work, scheduling work hours, granting leave, appraising performance, disciplining, and submitting such records and reports as required by County policies and procedures.
• Act as a subject matter expert for environmental engineering design, remediation, and regulatory determinations.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on environmental issues and operational needs.
• Oversee and manage the Household Hazardous Waste Operations, including assisting with investigations and enforcement of illegal disposal of hazardous waste.
• Evaluate and supervise County hazardous waste disposal contractors and disposal sites.
• Prepare and request proposals or bids; participates in the selection process; may manage contract.

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What we're looking for:

• General office practices and procedures.
• Routine software and business applications, including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, virtual meeting and collaboration software, and databases.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Read and comprehend department and County rules, regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
• Regular, predictable attendance.
• Supervisory principles, procedures, and methods, including selection, training, discipline, and evaluation.
• Leadership methods and management skills.

Qualifications

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field required.
• Five (5) years of experience in solid waste, landfill engineering, environmental compliance or a related discipline required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Environmental Engineering preferred.

Benefits
Here's what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

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Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

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01

Please choose one of the Larimer County guiding principles listed that you feel most applies to you and this position - Larimer County will add value to the lives of its citizens today and in the future by:

• Being good stewards of public resources.
• Promoting innovation, adaptability, and committing to continuous improvement.
• Providing consistent quality customer service.
• Empowering people to take responsibility.
• Cultivating collaborative partnerships.
• Being a fulfilling, respectful, and enjoyable place to work.

02

Based on your choice in the previous question, describe how you would apply this guiding principle in this position.
03

Are you a current or previous employee of Larimer County?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have five (5) years of experience in solid waste, landfill engineering, environmental compliance or a related discipline?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess Professional Engineer (PE) license in Environmental Engineering?

• Yes
• No

07

How do you balance regulatory compliance with operational efficiency on projects like landfill management or waste diversion programs?
08

What are the most common compliance issues you see with regulations like Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and how does your team address them?
09

What technical skills or software (modeling, GIS, landfill gas analysis, etc.) are most critical for success in this role?
10

Can you walk me through a recent solid waste project, such as landfill design, methane capture, or waste diversion-and what made it successful or similar situation?
11

How are key trends, including landfill gas-to-energy, shifting recycling policies, and circular economy initiatives, driving change within the field?
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