Environmental Specialist II OnSite

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Water Energy and Environment - Agency 84

Location:

Lincoln NE

Hiring Rate:

$26.263

Job Posting:

JR2026- Environmental Specialist II - OnSite (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):

Job Description:

Are you passionate about preserving enhancing and protecting Nebraskas environment Are you interested in a flexible schedule and healthy work/life balance If so we have a great opportunity for you! Were looking for the next great addition to the Onsite Wastewater Program at the Nebraska Department of Water Energy and Environment. The successful candidate will conduct inspections and compliance activities for decentralized/onsite wastewater treatment systems as well as assist in training and certification of onsite wastewater professionals.
Dont have direct experience No problem well teach you! All you need is a positive attitude a willingness to learn and a passion for serving Nebraskans. Our small but enthusiastic group of dedicated team members provides a supportive and collaborative work environment that offers many opportunities to learn and grow professionally.
Please let us tell you what you will get as a State employee!
13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave equating to 24 days your first year accruing immediately
Military leave
156% (thats not a typo!) state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the state
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and development based on your career aspirations
Fun inviting teammates
A safe and secure environment

At the State we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect acting ethically in all situations and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Location and address of position: 245 Fallbrook Blvd Suite 100 Lincoln NE

Work schedule: Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Flexible schedule may be allowed with management approval.

For a complete listing of job duties requirements and to apply go to:

Job Duties:

• Conducts inspections of decentralized/onsite wastewater treatment systems and determines compliance with State and federal regulations and permit conditions.
• Answer all phone and other communications regarding policies procedures and regulations pertinent to the program.
• Develop maintain or modify manual and computerized tracking/monitoring systems for assigned program such as violations and status of projects.
• Prepare and present educational programs regarding environmental regulations and policies at meetings seminars events workshops and public information sessions that aid in the education of the regulated community and general public.
• Issues technical papers and/or reports to provide data required or requested by federal State local agencies the professional community or the general public.
• Writes reviews and revises regulations technical guidelines and proposed legislation to establish State standards in response to new standards recognized in the professional community and/or required by federal standards.
• Reviews EPA guidance documents memorandums Federal Register notices federal and State regulations professional journals and trade magazines to keep abreast of emerging issues.
• Testifies at hearings as an expert witness to verify observations and conclusions from data collection and interpretation as required in legal actions.
• Resolve conflicts and maintain program objectives in emotionally charged situations.
• Other duties as assigned.

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 year-for-year basis.

Other:

• Have a valid drivers license or ability to provide independent transportation.
• Ability to travel overnight (approximately 10%)
• Ability to climb bend stoop and walk on uneven terrain or steep slopes
• Ability to work outdoors in temperature extremes
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Submit a resume or list on the application specific detailed experience relevant to the position in years and months
• Submit a current list of at least professional references (previous employers) with valid telephone numbers

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of: the principles of ecology geology and hydrology; biological physical and chemical sciences; statistical and analytical methods; word processing spreadsheet and database management computer software.

Skill in: communicating with individuals and groups with varying technical backgrounds to collect and relay information; listening to and understanding others; prioritizing workloads; using analytical judgment to make decisions; public speaking and providing presentations.

Ability to: learn and apply local State and federal environmental laws regulations and standards; learn apply and uphold agency policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private officials and with the general public; read and interpret topographic and geologic maps; organize analyze and interpret data to draw conclusions and prepare reports and technical papers; use computers and other tools for data storage and analysis; Relate well to people having various technical and non-technical backgrounds

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