Coastal Oil Spill Response & Resource Specialist I

Texas General Land Office; Port Neches (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Defined Retirement Benefit Plan

Medical Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Natural Resources Specialist I in Port Neches to perform routine natural resources investigations, enforce oil spill prevention, and assist in recovery operations. This entry-level role includes training and requires a degree in natural sciences or related fields. Employees will be involved in environmental safety, handling pollution incidents, and inspecting facilities, playing a vital role in Texas's ecological stewardship.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college/university required.
• Substitution of education for full-time work experience possible.

Responsibilities

• Assists in investigations and drafts spill reports.
• Conducts inspections and audits on facilities.
• Operates boats and maintains spill response equipment.

Skills

Environmental safety & health

Emergency management

Oil handling operations

Education

Degree in natural sciences

Job description

The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Natural Resources Specialist I in Port Neches to perform routine natural resources investigations, enforce oil spill prevention, and assist in recovery operations. This entry-level role includes training and requires a degree in natural sciences or related fields. Employees will be involved in environmental safety, handling pollution incidents, and inspecting facilities, playing a vital role in Texas's ecological stewardship.