Dangerous Waste Compliance Inspector & Enforcement

State of Washington; Richland (WA); Sur place; USD 56 000 - 96 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

State of Washington Ecology in Richland, WA is seeking a Dangerous Waste Compliance Inspector and Enforcement Specialist to lead inspections at the Hanford Site and other facilities handling hazardous and radioactive waste. You will ensure compliance with CERCLA and RCRA, support enforcement actions, and document findings.

This in‑training position path allows progression from Environmental Specialist 3/4 to ES5, with a structured plan and time frame.

Qualifications

• Regulatory knowledge to support routine compliance evaluations.
• Ability to interpret permit conditions and operating records.
• Participation in inspections by gathering notes, records, and photos.
• Enter and maintain compliance data in agency systems.
• Review simple compliance documents to identify issues.
• Identify compliance issues and escalate appropriately.

Responsabilités

• Conduct complex inspections at treatment, storage, and disposal facilities.
• Prepare inspection reports documenting findings and recommendations.
• Apply dangerous waste regulations to evaluate compliance.
• Draft and review inspection reports for accuracy and defensibility.
• Review recommendations for enforcement, including penalties.
• Manage electronic files, paper records, and email per agency policy.

Connaissances

Regulatory knowledge

Technical understanding

Inspection support

Data management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Formation

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Description du poste

State of Washington Ecology in Richland, WA is seeking a Dangerous Waste Compliance Inspector and Enforcement Specialist to lead inspections at the Hanford Site and other facilities handling hazardous and radioactive waste. You will ensure compliance with CERCLA and RCRA, support enforcement actions, and document findings.

This in‑training position path allows progression from Environmental Specialist 3/4 to ES5, with a structured plan and time frame.