Environmental Specialist- Tier 2 (Water Resources)

Job Overview

Performs technical work directing activities concerning inspecting, sampling, testing, and evaluating in an environmental pollution control and/or permitting program.

Salary

$45,011 - $81,120

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the Environmental Specialist position is a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with a strong foundational knowledge of environmental science, regulations, and best practices. They possess an Associates or bachelor’s degree in natural or environmental science, or a related field, and have a minimum of 3 months experience conducting fieldwork, data collection, and environmental assessments. The candidate demonstrates excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret scientific data and regulatory requirements to support environmental compliance and sustainability goals.

They are proficient in using GIS,  environmental monitoring tools, and relevant software, and can communicate findings effectively through written reports and presentations. Strong interpersonal skills enable them to collaborate with internal teams, regulatory agencies, and the public. The ideal candidate is committed to environmental stewardship and continuous learning, and shows initiative in supporting programs related to environmental protection, pollution prevention, and resource conservation.

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• Generous PTO & Holiday Plan

• Health Plans

• Health Savings Account

• Dental & Vision Plans

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Cafeteria Benefit

• Life Insurance

• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Core Competencies

• Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service.
• Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.
• Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations.
• Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

Tier 2

Duties and Responsibilities

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.

• May supervise activities and personnel engaged in an environmental evaluation, enforcement and/or permitting program.
• Formulates and recommends policies and procedures to ensure the maximum utilization of personnel and to increase program effectiveness.
• Reviews and participates in difficult or complex field tests and evaluation projects.
• May perform routine laboratory analyses and interpret results, as needed.
• Develops improved techniques, studies new developments, and tests new methods.
• Reviews new developments in instrumentation and analytical techniques.
• Performs other related duties as required. 

Job Specifications  

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and County environmental pollution control laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of environmental inspection, sampling and collection methods.
• Knowledge of environmental data collection, recording, and laboratory equipment operation and maintenance.
• Skill in the use and operation of data collection, recording, and laboratory equipment.