Environmental Compliance Specialist I

PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.

We encourage you to consider an exciting career with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and preserving Marylands air water land resources and safeguarding the health of all its citizens we invite you to apply and become a part of our team.

MDE is committed to a mission of protecting and restoring the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders with a vision of healthy vibrant and sustainable communities and ecosystems throughout the state.

As part of our continuous efforts to optimize performance and drive success the Environmental Compliance Specialist I is eligible for an annual promotion. The incumbent may advanceto a higher grade within the classification series based on satisfactory workperformance.

Environmental Compliance Specialist II Grade 15 ($62220.00-$96790.00)

Environmental Compliance Specialist III Grade 16 ($66314.00-$103309.00)

MarylandDepartment of the Environment

Air and RadiationAdministration

Mobile SourcesControl Program

1800 WashingtonBlvd.

BaltimoreMD 21230

The Environmental ComplianceSpecialist (ECS) is an entry-level position in the Mobile Sources ControlProgram (MSCP) in the the Air and Radiation Administration. The incumbent inthis position will inspect permitted facilities for compliance with the qualityassurance requirements of the Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program (VEIP)COMAR 11.14.08.

The working conditions of thisposition involve exposure to uncomfortable or unpleasant surroundings. Work mayinvolve exposure to all weather conditions. Work involves exposure to hazardous conditions which may result ininjury. Work may take place in areaswhere motor vehicles are operated and mobilized. Work also may involve exposureto exhaust fumes chemicals slippery floors and pressurized gas. Work requiresuse of protective equipment such as googles gloved mask etc.

The incumbent in thisposition will be required to drive a State vehicle. If you maintain anout-of-state driving license you must provide a certified copy of your drivingrecord for the appropriate Motor Vehicle Administration at the time ofappointment. Individuals must maintain a drivers license with no more than 5points on their driving record in order to drive a State vehicle.

Experience: Four years of experience performing inspection or investigation work related to State federal or local regulation code or standard compliance.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university which includes thirty credit hours in any combination of disciplines such as earth science environmental science geology civil or environmentalengineering biology chemistry agronomy forestry or otherrelated discipline and two years of experience performinginspection or investigation work related to State federal or local regulation code or standard compliance for the requiredexperience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in earth science environmental science geology civil or environmental engineering biology chemistry agronomy forestry or other related discipline for the required experience.

may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Environmental Engineering and Natural Resources classifications or Environmental Engineering and Natural Resources specialty codes in the Engineering and Natural Resources field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Please note that your answers to the supplementalquestionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your applicationto receive credit.

• Experience with motor vehicle emissions testing and emissions control systems.
• Experience with electronic equipment i.e. emissions test equipment laboratory vehicle repair shop.
• Experience with databases/spreadsheets recordkeeping and creating summary reports.
• Experience working with a variety of people i.e. business owners private citizens etc.
• Familiarity with pollution issues related to motor vehicle exhaust.

1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.

2. Employees in this classification may be required to obtain and maintain certification or license in the designated environmental compliance area.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing will not consider the information submitted after this candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Application must be completed. Do not leave work experience section not cut and paste resume or answer see supplemental questions must be answered thoroughly. Incomplete or one-word answers such as yes will result in no credit for those responses.

Should you possess a bachelors/masters degree from a college or university outside of the United States you must have your educational credentials evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to further information you may call International Consultants of Delaware Inc. at or World Education Services Inc. at 1- or .

All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. You must be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act to be hired in the position for which you applied.

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:

Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions

Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis

Generous paid leave that increases with years of service

Paid holidays

Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs

Employee & employer contributory pension plan

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STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

It is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online you may submit the State paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to or mail to:

Maryland Department of the Environment

OHR - Recruitment and Examination Division

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore MD 21230

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact Shantasia Baker at . If you have difficulties submitting your online application please contact the Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitment retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.