Environmental Engineer Specialist 1 - 4
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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 ENGINEER SPECIALIST 1 4Safe Drinking Water Section
Address: 1110 W. Washington Street Phoenix AZ 85007
Water Quality Division
Salary: EES 1 $60$65K; EES 2 $65$75K; EES 3 $80K$85k; EES 4 (Associate) $85K$90K
Grades: 24 26 28
Closing Date: Open until FILLED
The Environmental Engineer Specialist (EES) in our Safe Drinking Water (SDW) Section will review and evaluate environmental permit applications reports facility designs plans and cost estimates. Develop permits action plans and recommendations based on the review and evaluation. Participate in site visits data collection inspections and investigations regarding environmental topics. Review technical/program documents and applications. Perform environmental calculations based on provided methodologies. Provide technical assistance to the regulated community staff and the public pertaining to environmental impact and regulation. Assist in preparing environmental guidance documents.
The position is available for remote work on a fulltime basis withinArizona(including virtual office arrangements) with occasional mandatory office meetings and on site evaluations.
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.
Provide technical assistance to the regulated community staff and the public in regards to public water system treatment technologies operations and maintenance.
Review data reports engineering design packages and other technical submittals from State contractors to the Technical Assistance program.
Conduct site visits and problem solve compliance issues with public water systems.
Provide technical assistance to help owners and operators meet regulatory requirements.
Provide guidance to staff and facilities on problems identified in technical reviews.
Assist in preparing internal and external engineering guidance documents.
Mentorship of staff and conduct technical review of work of lower level environmental engineers.
Utilize Lean concepts to drive ongoing continuous improvement.
Prepare engineering memos and other forms of technical writing for permits.
Proficient in the interpretation of the Arizona Administrative Code and relevant Arizona Revised Statutes relating to the Safe Drinking Water Act.
Develop environmental guidance documents policies and outreach material.
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of civil or environmental engineering.
Knowledge of State and Federal environmental regulations (Safe Drinking Water Act).
Knowledge of Agency policies processes and state/federal regulations regarding administration of Agency decisions.
Strong customer service skills.
Excellent interpersonal written and oral communication skills.
Excellent problemsolving skills and attention to detail
Ability to balance prioritize and organize multiple tasks and complete assignments by applicable deadlines.
Ability to synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly and adjust plans accordingly.
Ability to understand and interpret environmental rules and statutes to determine whether permit applications or plans and reports meet the requirements or request legal interpretation for standard issues.
Ability to follow guidance documents standard operating procedures and other technical instructions in performance of tasks.
Bachelors degree in environmental engineering or related engineering field with a focus in one or more of the following; environmental civil or chemical engineering other relevant fields. Masters degree may substitute for 2 years of experience and Doctorate may substitute for 4 years of experience.
EES 1: 0 2 years of relevant experience.
EES 2: 2 years or more of relevant experience.
EES 3: 5 years of relevant experience and Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification through the Arizona Board of Technical Registration or equivalent organization in reciprocal jurisdiction.
EES 4 (Associate): 8 or more years of engineering experience. Professional Engineering certification through the Arizona Board of Technical Registration or an equivalent organization in a reciprocal jurisdiction is required.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct Sate 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 Benefits
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
