Field Investigator
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Position Description
Harris County Pollution Control Services Department (HCPCS)Mission
The mission of Harris County Pollution Control Services Department (HCPCS) is to protect the citizens of Harris County from environmental impacts through firm consistent enforcement of state and federal regulations. The ultimate goal of PCS is clean air water and proper management of waste. The activities PCS are directed toward ensuring clean air and water for the citizens of Harris County consistent with the protection of public health enjoyment of property and the protection of plant animal and marine life.What you will do for Harris County Pollution Control
The Investigator I is an entry level field position. This position will have a critical role in identifying & coordinating investigations interacting with the general public and commercial & industrial entities to support key Pollution Control initiatives and services.
The Investigator I will be responsible for conducting routine inspections and investigate complaints regarding air solid and hazardous waste stormwater and wastewater and generate detailed investigation reports documenting investigations.
This position will report to the Field Supervisor.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Investigate complaints of air water solid or hazardous waste problems to determine compliance with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality rules and regulations.
- Perform inspections of facilities for compliance with existing environmental regulations and permit parameters and complete detailed reports.
- Plan daily schedule to maximize work time and minimize drive time while establishing priorities and other work as assigned
- Work oncall shift when assigned
- Work evenings and weekends per the assigned rotation
- Collect samples and perform field tests and maintain chain of custody protocols as required
- Enter complaints into Client Record Management (CRM) during assigned weekends holiday and evening shifts.
- Gather evidence for court action as required
- Prepare for and provide testimony in court cases
- Responsibilities include other duties as assigned including special tasks involved in responding to an emergency event
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
you need special services or accommodations please call (713)or email.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.Requirements
Education:
Bachelors degree with 30 hours in Biology Chemistry Ecology or related field from an accredited college of university
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Must have good written and verbal skills
- Must have a cell phone
- Must have transportation to and from work
- Must be able to drive extensively prioritize and organize routes for maximum efficiency
- Must establish effective working relationships exercise balanced judgment and organize work for maximum efficiency
- Must be a selfstarter able to work with minimal supervision
- Must be able to use discretionary judgment in routine fieldwork and must be able to handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
- Must be able to follow the policies and guidelines established by the County and the department
- An understanding of the principles and practices of pollution control is preferred
- Knowledge of state and federal statutes related to air water solid waste issues is preferred
- Ability and knowledge necessary to collect samples and operate analytical field equipment such as pH meters DO meters composite samplers and summa canisters is preferred
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
- Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Fulltime Monday Friday Typically 8 am to 5 pm.
- After hours and/or weekend work on a scheduled oncall basis
- On call during emergency events natural disasters etc.
- This position may require employee to be deployed to alternative county locations during emergency events.
Reporting Relationships:
- Reports to Position:Field Supervisor
- Supervised Positions: None
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- Work in an office environment
- Work in an outdoor environment
- Possible exposure to inclement weather or various temperature changes
- Possible exposure to loud noises
- Possible exposure to dangerous chemicals
- Exposure to dangerous or aggressive/adverse populations
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Employment Type
Full-Time
