Environmental Science Specialist 2-3 Inspector
Environmental Science Specialist 2-3 Inspector
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DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
We are looking for resultsoriented 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 sciencebased 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 wellbeing 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 23
INSPECTOR
Address: 1110 W. Washington Street Phoenix AZ 85007
Waste Program Division
Salary:
Level 2 $50K$60K
Level 3 $65K$70K
Grade: 20 21
Closing Date: Open until filled
As an Environmental Science Specialist you will be responsible for conducting underground storage tanks (UST) inspections in the Tanks Inspections Compliance and Enforcement (TICE) Unit including routine operational inspections and installation modification interior lining and closure inspections. This position will also be responsible for conducting compliance assistance site visits and outreach and for conducting research necessary to answer customers technical and regulatory questions. Additionally this position will be expected to take an active role in continuous improvement and problem solving activities within the section.
This position is an in office position.
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 States 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.
Enthusiasm for identifying analyzing and solving problems
Knowledge of State and Federal environmental regulations environmental engineering and technology principles and practices chemical composition structure and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations they undergo in the environment Agency policies and processes
Ability to understand and interpret environmental rules and statute balance prioritize and organize multiple tasks and complete assignments by applicable deadlines; synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly; develop and write technical documentation; and to summarize completed tasks and recommendations to senior staff through reports.
Requires professional communication research customer service/outreach project management advanced problemsolving and facilitation.
Strong Microsoft office skills and technology use attention to detail quality assurance and adherence to standard work are among other skills needed in the team
Bachelors degree in environmental/chemical engineering environmental/earth science environmental management/studies and/or sustainability
Level 2: Requires 2 years experience (Masters degree may substitute for 2 years exp..
Level 3: Requires 5 years experience (Masters degree may substitute for 2 years exp. Doctorate 4 years).
Environmental Professional in Training required for Level 3 or the ability to obtain within a year of hire.
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:Drivers License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (EVerify).
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 fulltime employees
Paid Parental LeaveUp to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newlyplaced foster/adopted child (pilot program).
A topranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
A robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical dental life shortterm and longterm 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 fulltime or parttime 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 programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
ASRS Lifetime Benefit
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting
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.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
