Environmental Specialist II
Environmental Specialist II
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Job Duties:
*Develops and implements environmental plans and programs including strategies modeling techniques protocols and standards to ensure compliance with federal state and local environmental regulations.
*Conducts surveys and inspections to assess compliance with regulatory and permit requirements performing inspections at required frequencies; prepares corrective action plans and compliance evaluations.
*Reviews facility plans environmental impact statements and other documents to identify potential environmental impacts and ensure continued compliance with regulations.
*Prepares technical memorandums reports and presentations for the supervisor regulatory agencies and the public as needed to meet reporting requirements and communicate program goals.
*Drafts and updates technical guidelines and environmental plans in response to evolving regulatory standards and reviews contracts related to the environmental projects within the facility.
*Utilizes advanced statistical and modeling techniques to analyze environmental data recommending pollution prevention or abatement strategies as necessary.
*After becoming familiar with the facilitys waste management practices determines the appropriate methods for the storage treatment and disposal of various waste types (air solid waste hazardous waste and wastewater) ensuring compliance with DoD Air Force and applicable regulations.
*Operates calibrates and maintains scientific instruments and equipment performing necessary maintenance to ensure accurate data collection.
*Develops and applies innovative methods for interpreting environmental data and evaluating programmatic impacts and collects environmental samples for waste management and regulatory compliance.
*Maintains environmental data prepares reports and tracks waste management record on a weekly basis to ensure regulatory compliance.
Starting hourly pay rate is $25.120. Effective 7/1/2025 the hourly pay rate will be $25.685.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in the physical sciences natural sciences environmental science geology biology agronomy civil engineering environmental engineering mechanical engineering chemical engineering hydrology community and regional planning or a related field. Experience may substitute for education or a yearforyear basis.
Other: Background/motor vehicle request checks will be required. Must have a valid drivers license. Must be able to lift and transport items up to 50 pounds.
Knowledge of basic chemistry for waste characterization principles of ecology geology hydrology biological sciences mathematics physical and chemical sciences. Familiarity with basic statistical and analytical methods and scientific/technical data collection techniques. Proficient in using word processing excel spreadsheets and database management software. Practical application of engineering science and technology in environmental settings.
Skill in communicating effectively with individuals and groups from diverse technical backgrounds to gather and convey information. Strong listening skills with the ability to understand the respond to others needs and concerns. Ability to prioritize workloads efficiently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously; must be flexible and able to reprioritize workloads as needed. Proficient in using analytical judgement to make informed decisions. Experience with agencyspecific software and databases including Excel Microsoft Word and Powerpoint.
o Stable employment and hours with regular salary increases
o Thirteen paid holidays per year
o Competitive benefits paid time off and retirement agency free parking and flexible work schedules military leave
o 79% employerpaid health insurance with four plans and coverage levels to choose from
o Dental vision long and shortterm disability flex spending and health savings accounts employee assistance program employee discount program and more
o Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year starting at 12 days each.
o 156% statematched retirement for state plans
o Stipend for eligible military retirees on TRICARE
o A safe and secure environment with great teammates
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
