Compliance Officer

IdahoPTV; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring a Compliance Officer for the Pocatello Regional Office. The role focuses on remediation and hazardous waste compliance, including evaluating releases against state rules and EPA screening levels.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in natural resources or related fields and 4+ years of environmental program experience; a master's degree with reduced experience is also acceptable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical/biological sciences, political science, business or public administration, engineering, or related natural resources management field, or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• At least four years' experience managing environmental/regulatory projects with planning and technical guidance to staff/public.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate releases against Ground Water Quality Rule and related IDs to determine remedial action.
• Follow up on petroleum, chemical, hazardous, and deleterious material releases and public complaints.
• Coordinate remediation of releases from non-underground storage tanks and review remediation plans.
• Compare sample concentrations with EPA screening levels or risk assessments.
• Prepare and file monthly progress reports; maintain documentation in the DEQ system.
• Conduct hazardous waste inspections and enforce Hazardous Waste Act requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical/biological sciences or related field

Job description

32.00 - 34.50 USD per hour

Posted 2 days ago | Apply before October 29, 2026

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM Mountain Time on the posting end date.

This agency currently does not sponsor employment visas. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Important Guidelines: Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meetthe MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS listed in the job announcement.

Selection Process: Resumes will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this announcement. A select number of candidates who have demonstrated that they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position and have the most relevant qualifications may be given the opportunity to be interviewed.

The Department of Environmental Quality may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.

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This position may be eligible for hybrid telecommuting in accordance with the Statewide Telecommuting Policy . Telecommuting may be subject to successful completion of probation.

This position will require a medical surveillance baseline exam.

Position:

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring a Compliance Officer for the Pocatello Regional Office.

Salary Range:

$32.00 - $34.50

Responsibilities:

• Remediation Compliance Officer:
• Evaluate releases against the Ground Water Quality Rule (IDAPA 6), Rules for Petroleum Release Corrective Action (IDAPA 58.01.24), and Idaho's Water Quality Standards (IDAPA 58.01.02) to determine if further remedial action is required.
• Follow up on petroleum, chemical, hazardous, and deleterious material releases; citizen complaints; and individual and facility self-reports.
• Notify and coordinate the characterization and remediation of petroleum and other chemicals from non-underground storage tanks.
• Review and provide comments back on sampling and remediation plans.
• Compare confirmation sample concentrations to the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA's) Regional Screening Levels, EPA's Vapor Intrusion Screening Levels, or a Department approved risk assessment.
• Compile all documentation and communications into DEQ’s electronic document management system.
• Compile and submit the general remediation performance measures to the long-term general remediation compliance officer.
• Conduct hazardous waste inspections at regulated facilities (hazardous waste and used oil generators, hazardous waste and used oil transporters, used oil processors, and treatment, storage and disposal facilities) to verify compliance with the Hazardous Waste Management Act (Idaho Code 39-44) and the Rules and Standards for Hazardous Waste (IDAPA 58.01.05).
• Prepare inspections and reports and recommend enforcement actions to the DEQ State Office for facilities that are non-compliant.
• Participate in enforcement action activities as needed.
• Manage and upload hazardous waste documentation and records to DEQ's electronic data management system.
• Conduct hazardous waste compliance assistance visits to educate and assist facilities with compliance.
• Respond to citizen complaints and public inquiries regarding hazardous waste
• Coordinate with the Hazardous Waste Bureau to ensure that annual work plan inspections are completed.
• Prepare and submit monthly progress reports to the State Office.
• Other Duties
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager to support the Waste and Remediation team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a bachelor's degree in the physical or biological sciences, political science, business or public administration, engineering, or related natural resources management field OR any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a typical four (4) year bachelor's degree. For example: Successful completion of sixty (60) semester hours of study, including twenty four (24) semester hours in a subject required for the specific discipline, is equivalent to two (2) years of undergraduate education; and/or experience performing routine duties in completing multiple tasks such as policy research, data collection, interpretation, analysis and preparation of reports and written documents for at least two (2) years can substitute for one (1) year of college.

AND

At least four (4) years' experience managing and implementing, projects or component(s) of programs that are environmental, regulatory, or administrative in nature, where you were required to routinely perform program or project planning; provide technical assistance to staff, special interest groups and the public; and provide policy and/or regulatory interpretation and/or development.

OR

Possession of a master's degree in any of the above fields AND at least two (2) years' professional experience managing and implementing, or overseeing projects or component(s) of programs that are environmental in nature, where you were required to routinely perform program or project planning; provide technical assistance to staff, special interest groups and the public; and provide policy and/or regulatory interpretation and/or development.

Desired Qualification

Knowledge of the Idaho Hazardous Waste Management Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle C (40 CFR 260-273), and the Rules and Standards for Hazardous Waste (IDAPA 58.01.05)

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Ability to sit and work on a computer for 2-4 hours at a time.
• Ability to bend and reach for filing purposes.
• Some periods of heavy reading and typing are required.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds when working with file boxes.
• Some travel may be required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to climb ladders, staircases, work on uneven terrain.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds over rough terrain.
• Ability to work in adverse or inclement weather.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• Ability to work in extreme hot or cold temperatures both outside and inside.
• Field sites may involve working near and with drilling rigs, backhoes, trucks and other large equipment in rough terrain.
• May work in the vicinity of loud noise.
• May be required to travel and stay overnight in remote areas.
• May come into contact with hazardous waste/materials.

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://statecareers.idaho.gov/pages/benefits

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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