Environmental Science Specialist 1-3 Case Manager
Environmental Science Specialist 1-3 Case Manager
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DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
We are looking for results-oriented 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 science-based 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 well-being 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 1-3
CASE MANAGER
Address: 1110 W. Washington Street Phoenix AZ 85007
Air Quality Division
Salary:
Level 1 $50K-$55K
Level 2 $55K-$60K
Level 3 $60K-$70K
Grade: 20 21 22
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
The Environmental Science Specialist (Case Manager/Compliance Officer) in the Air Compliance and Enforcement Unit will be responsible for managing informal and formal enforcement cases drafting compliance and enforcement documents and working proactively with facilities to resolve non-compliance issues with respect to air quality permits and regulations.
This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).
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.
- Drafts enforcement documents based on inspection reports complaints etc. and follows them through the review and legal processes.
- Conducts file reviews assesses compliance with state statutes and code and issues enforcement documents as needed.
- Works directly with permitted facilities to reduce the number of open compliance cases and reduce the time required to return facilities to compliance.
- Provides compliance assistance to the regulated community to reduce the time required to return facilities to compliance.
- Effectively organizes and manages multiple cases.
- Provides innovative solutions to recurring compliance issues often involving public and private wastewater treatment systems.
- Knowledge of Agency policies and processes interpret State and Federal environmental regulations environmental sciences and research AZ sources of pollution best practices for preventing the release of pollutants environmental research investigation techniques and statistical analysis.
- Ability to understand and apply environmental rules and statutes; to follow guidance documents standard operating procedures and other technical instructions in performance of tasks; to prepare clear concise and accurate documents; and to summarize completed tasks and/or monitoring data orally and in written communication.
- Ability to analyze monitoring data over time and complex reports containing multiple data sets.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to schedule conduct and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong communications skills and ability to work effectively both individually and in a team based collaborative environment.
- Experience in project management MS Office and Google products customer service/outreach and aptitude for problem solving preferred.
- Knowledge of wastewater systems and/or mining operations is preferred.
- Bachelors degree in environmental science/studies/technology mathematics statistics chemistry or environmental/chemical engineering.
- Level 1: Requires 0-2 years experience
- Level 2: Requires 2 years experience
- Level 3: Requires 5 years experience (Masters degree may substitute for 2 years experience Doctorate 4 years).
- Environmental Professional in Training required for Level 3 or the ability to obtain within a year of hire.
- Drivers license Possession of and the ability to retain a current valid state-issued drivers license is required
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 (E-Verify).
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 full-time employees
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
A robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical dental life short-term and long-term 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 full-time or part-time 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:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
