Recycling Program Manager Jobs in Denver, CO (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $70,012.80 - $90,001.60 Annually
Location : Denver Metro, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: EFA-BLDGPMCodes-08.11.26
Department: Colorado Energy Office
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: 9/1/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address: 1600 Broadway, Suite 1960, Denver, CO, 80202
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: gov_hr@state.co.us
Type of Announcement: This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
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 mission of the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and consumer energy costs by advancing clean energy, energy efficiency and zero emission vehicles to benefit all Coloradans. The Colorado Energy Office is a great place to work, with collaborative and talented employees who are passionate about our mission and a flexible hybrid (work from home/work from office) atmosphere. Employees report high satisfaction with their work, their colleagues and manager, and CEO leadership. Join us!
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.
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. Governor's Office staff should demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA) in the workplace to fulfill the promise of a Colorado For All. Staff are expected to participate in learning opportunities and training to increase their knowledge around EDIA, have a growth mindset, and embed new learnings and skills into daily business practices. Creating inaccessible digital content such as web pages, emails, presentations, or documents leaves the state open to fines up to $3,500 based on the language in House Bill 21-110. Staff should strive to make all digital content accessible using provided accessibility resources.
Description of Job
Starting Salary: $70,012.80 - $90,001.60 Annually
*This position is eligible for a hybrid and/or remote working arrangement. Hybrid positions are expected to be present at the office location for no less than one day per work week.
Colorado has established statewide emission targets to reduce GHG emissions based on the levels that existed in 2005, including a 26% reduction by 2025, a 50% reduction by 2030, and a 100% reduction by 2050. The built environment is a top source of greenhouse gas emissions, and while CEO has worked on building energy efficiency for years, we are significantly expanding our focus on building decarbonization, including through developing and implementing stronger statewide minimum energy codes and launching market transformation initiatives to stimulate and lower the costs of building electrification and energy efficiency to reduce emissions.
This position presents an opportunity to guide key building stakeholders in reducing their building-related emissions and to gain experience in developing pioneering public private partnerships. The Program Manager - Codes & Standards will support programming across the Building Decarbonization teams' Codes and Standards programs, including on deployment of building energy codes for new construction and major retrofits of existing buildings and delivering innovative programming to commercial and multifamily buildings covered under the Building Performance Colorado program.
This position will work to support deployment of building energy codes as laid out under House Bill 22-1362, which set forth new state requirements for building energy code development, funding as well as requirements for local adoption. This position will lead all aspects of program design and delivery including developing and administering contracts with third-party vendors and grantees, engaging with key public and private sector building sector stakeholders, reporting on goals and metrics, monitoring relevant clean energy policy, and providing timely budget evaluation and program analysis. The Program Manager - Codes & Standards will also have the opportunity to support other programmatic initiatives to support Colorado building decarbonization, including the development and delivery of programming funded by the Building Decarbonization Enterprise Fund and federally funded building decarbonization pilot programs. This position will report to the Associate Director for Building Decarbonization.
General Duties and Responsibilities
Program Management

• Provide creativity and guidance on some of Colorado's most critical and innovative emerging building policy initiatives.
• Lead management and administration of CEO's Energy Code Adoption & Enforcement Grant Program including tracking and reporting local government compliance with the state's minimum building energy codes.
• Lead implementation of federal funding awards (as applicable) intended to drive adoption and implementation of advanced building energy codes, including program design, implementation, and reporting.
• Assist with the development of updated building energy codes and administration of the state's Energy Code Board, which is the body that develops new statewide building energy codes for Colorado.
• Assist with development and implementation of building decarbonization programs funded under the Building Decarbonization Enterprise Fund.
• Assist with development and implementation of a new federally-funded pilot program providing technical assistance on building decarbonization to small- and medium-sized commercial buildings.
• Perform program administration responsibilities including procurement, vendor or grantee invoicing and reporting, and budget management, and ensure successful achievement of program objectives.
• Collaboratively manage and maintain positive external relationships with program stakeholders, private sector partners, and other external influencers.
• Participate in building, utility, or other stakeholder group meetings.
• Work with CEO communications staff to prepare collateral resources that support program recruitment and technical assistance, outreach, and educational activities including newsletters, presentations, networking, and collaboration with internal and external resources.

Research & Reporting

• Help develop, monitor, and report on progress toward program operational measures and goals.
• Participate in the evaluation of program outcomes and propose changes to the Unit Director for program improvements and to support the annual strategic planning process.
• Assist in the research and development of leading building policy and legislative activities.
• Help promote data-driven decision making through the collection and utilization of program data
• Support research projects, including the development of strategic work plans, scopes of work, project deliverables, and corresponding state and federal budgets.

Cross-team Collaboration
Support initiatives across the Building Decarbonization unit including:

• Coordinate closely with the Building Decarbonization Unit programs to ensure cohesive communication and engagement strategies are utilized.
• Maintain working understanding of federal and statewide building decarbonization programs and financing available to support comprehensive deployment of resources.
• Work alongside the Commercial Programs team within Building Decarbonization to ensure unit-wide program success and assist with other Codes & Standards program administrative tasks as needed.
• Support implementation of technical and finance programs to support the small-medium building market.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications

• Three years of professional experience, or a bachelor's degree in a related field ( public administration, environmental science, engineering, sustainability, et.) and two years of professional experience.
• Knowledge about energy and/or building energy issues in Colorado strongly preferred.
• Background in grant management, administration, policy or reporting.
• Excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skills.
• Highly motivated and detail oriented.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal, listening, and diplomacy skills to build positive relationships.
• Demonstrates a high level of initiative and strong work ethic.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite and Google suite.
• Demonstrated interest in the mission of the Colorado Energy Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of building energy code development, policy, adoption, and implementation.
• Previous work with local governments.
• Previous work administering and reporting on federal grants.
• Experience with clean energy financing.
• Demonstrated curiosity and passion for affecting positive change in Colorado's building sector.

Supplemental Information
To Apply:
A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your cover letter and resume must provide sufficient detail about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements.
The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including:

• Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month (4 weeks a year)
• Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month (10 days a year)
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Medical and dental plans
• State paid life insurance policy of $50,000
• Choice of 2 retirement plans
• 401K and 457 plans
• State paid Short Term Disability coverage
• Additional optional life and disability plans
• Credit Union Membership
• RTD pass
• Training and professional development

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.
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.
ADAAA Accommodations
The Office of the Governor 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 Staffing Coordinator (the Director of Human Resources) at gov_hr@state.co.us.
Conditions of Employment
Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment.
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Did you attach the required resume and cover letter and do you understand that failure to attach either may lead to your application not being considered?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least two years of professional experience developing, managing, and refining programs that work with the buildings industry or local governments?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have professional experience in sustainability, climate policy, or clean energy?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever managed grant recipients or vendor contracts, including tracking compliance, reviewing regular repo