Environmental Science Specialist 2-3

DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

We are looking for results-oriented, driven individuals with a thirst for problem solving.

At Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) our mission is to protect and enhance public health and the environment in Arizona. Through consistent, science-based environmental regulation; and clear, equitable engagement and communication; with integrity, respect and the highest standards of effectiveness and efficiency. Because Arizonans treasure the unique environment of our state and its essential role in sustaining well-being and economic vitality, today and for future generations.

We are currently looking for employees who are committed to our Agency, passionate to excel in their career and engaged in our mission. Only this caliber of employee will be successful in driving our Agency towards accomplishing our mission

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE SPECIALIST 2-3 

COMPLIANCE ASSISTANCE COORDIANTOR 

Job Location:

Address: 1110 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Water Quality Division

Posting Details:

Salary: 

ESS 2: $50K-$60K 

ESS 3: $65K-$70K

Grade: 21, 22

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Job Summary:

As a Compliance Assistance Coordinator (CAC) within the Surface Water Protection Section, you will serve as a liaison between the regulated community, the public, and our agency. As a member of the inspections, compliance, and enforcement team, you will play a key role in encouraging and assisting permittees throughout the state to comply with the Clean Water Act and associated regulations.

This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (1 days per week in the office/hoteling).

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

• Serve as an expert on surface water regulations including the Clean Water Act. Collaborate with permit writers, inspectors, and enforcement case managers to develop a holistic approach to increasing and maintaining compliance in the wastewater and stormwater regulated communities. Providing guidance to internal staff as well as external permittees, owners, operators, and stakeholders.

• Build a compliance assistance program to help public and private wastewater systems, certified operators, and responsible parties in achieving and maintaining compliance with federal and state environmental laws and regulations. This includes collecting and analyzing data to develop program strategy, developing and project-managing initiatives, providing training and other outreach, and serving as a liaison between the regulated community, public, and agency.

• Support the inspections and enforcement teams through the performance of administrative functions such as handling external inquiries, reviewing reports, and updating standard works.

• Other duties are assigned as related to the position.

• In-state travel required, approximately 1 time monthly.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of: federal, state, and county surface water regulations including the Clean Water Act and Arizona Administrative Code; environmental permitting and inspections, environmental risk and public health issues, and environmental law/policy; wastewater system operations, wastewater and storm water best practices, wet-weather pollution management, water quality standards, and water remediation processes; Lean improvement methodologies.

• Skill in: displaying excellent people skills; utilizing standard work to efficiently complete a process; interpreting and applying environmental regulations; attention to detail, work accuracy, and time management; performing mathematical calculations; analyzing data to identify trends and gaps; providing prompt customer service; building and maintaining interpersonal relationships; communicating complex technical information to diverse audiences; managing tasks with an appropriate level of urgency; designing and delivering training programs.

• Ability to: think critically and analyze situations; solve complex problems by identifying root cause and recommending feasible and effective solutions; collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, technical experts, and diverse internal and external audiences; build and maintain successful relationships between internal and external parties; maintain transparent communications with leadership and peers.

Selective Preference(s):

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/studies/technology, Earth Sciences, Statistics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Management, or Chemical/Environmental Engineering
• Level 2: 2-5 years of experience
• Level 3: 5+ years of experience (Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for two years
  of experience. Doctorate in a related field may substitute for four years of experience)
• Professional certification preferred. Desired certifications include: Geologist In Training (GIT), Environmental Professional in Training (EPI), Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Board Certified Environmental Scientist (BCES), Water and Wastewater Facilities Certified Operator Grade 3 or 4, Registered Environmental Health Specialist / Registered Sanitarian Credential (REHS/RS), Registered Environmental Manager (REM), Environmental Risk Certification (ERC), CEP-In Training or Certified Environmental Professional (CEP)
• Experience or certifications in wastewater system operations, wet-weather pollution management, environmental risk, public health, hydrology, geology, environmental law/policy, or program or project management preferred

Pre-Employment Requirements:

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are:
· 10 paid holidays per year
· Accrual of sick and annual leave beginning at 12 and 13 days per year respectively for full-time employees
· Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
· A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
· A robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability
· An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
· We promote the importance of work/life balance by offering workplace flexibility
· We offer a variety of learning and career development opportunities

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

ASRS Lifetime Benefits

Contact Us:

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting HPO@azdeq.gov.

Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

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