Environmental Compliance Regulatory Specialist I

Kansas Department of Health and Environment; Kansas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental,

Sick & Vacation leave

Paid State Holidays

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

Fitness Centers in select locations

STAR Program discounts

Job summary

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment is seeking a Public Water Supply Compliance Inspector to perform inspections of public water systems, assess monitoring data for compliance with federal and state standards, and prepare required reports.

Responsibilities include SWIFT documentation within 20 working days, evaluating corrective actions, and supporting enforcement referrals as needed. Strong communication and a detail-oriented approach are essential.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Two years of environmental field experience; education may substitute for experience.
• Valid Driver's License required to operate state or rental vehicles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Lotus Notes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of public water supplies to determine compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations and to protect public health.
• Prepare inspection reports using SWIFT for electronic submission to Bureau of Water within 20 working days.
• Conduct wastewater treatment facility inspections to ensure compliance with permits and regulations.
• Track corrective actions and ensure timely resolution of deficiencies; cooperate with supervisors on enforcement referrals.

Skills

Environmental field experience

Attention to detail

Written and oral communication

Microsoft Office

Lotus Notes

Education

High School or GED

Bachelor's Environmental, Agricultural or Natural Sciences/Resources

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lotus Notes

Job description

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting Closes: October 21, 2026

Required documents uploaded by: October 21, 2026

Kansas Department of Health and Environment

Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State’s Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well‑being of all Kansans.

Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9.

KDHE does not provide sponsorships for this position.

If you are an OPT or STEM OPT applicant, please note that all individuals must maintain valid employment authorization and an unexpired EAD.

E-Verify

Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E‑Verify, please click here. For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here.

About The Position

• Who can apply: External (Open to Anyone)
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
• Sponsorship: KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $22.38-$24.72
• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement And Deferred Compensation Programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary: The position (K0074235) Position Summary & Responsibilities: Public Water Supply Compliance Inspections: Performs inspections of public water supplies to determine compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations and to protect public health. Evaluate PWS monitoring data to assess compliance with MCLs. Analyzes operational protocols and collects and compiles inspection findings to prepare reports and correspondence. Complete all inspection reports using SWIFT for electronic submission to Bureau of Water within 20 working days. As appropriate or necessary, collect samples for field determination or submittal to the KDHE laboratory which supports violation citations and potentially enforcement referrals. Track facility progress in resolving significant deficiencies to ensure they are corrected in a timely manner (normally 30 days). Evaluate corrective actions through on-site inspections and/or written or electronic communications. Update SWIFT to document correction of deficiencies. Confer with supervisor/DEA/BOW staff on issues of chronic non‑compliance for potential enforcement referral.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

Wastewater Treatment Facility Compliance Inspections: Performs inspections of municipal, commercial and industrial wastewater treatment facilities to determine compliance with the facility operating permit, state and federal regulations and statutes, the procedures utilized to protect public health. Evaluates monitoring data collected by the facility to demonstrate compliance with permit effluent limits. Analyzes plant operational protocols and collects and compiles monitoring data. Prepare inspection report and correspondence to the facility which explains inspection findings including violations or deficiencies which require corrective action. Establish compliance deadlines for resolution of corrective actions. Submit inspection reports and correspondence to the facility and BOW within 20 working days. Using professional discretion collects samples for submittal to the KDHE laboratory to demonstrate concerns and deficiencies observed, to document violations, and to support potential enforcement referrals. Conducts timely follow up on compliance deadlines to ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Qualifications

• Education:
• High School, GED
• Licensing & Certification:
• Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State
• Minimum Qualifications:
• Two years of experience in an environmental field and/or program. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Environmental, Agricultural or Natural Sciences/Resources
• Microsoft Office and Lotus Notes
• Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities
• Strong computer skills particularly in Microsoft Office and Lotus Notes
• Inspection experience

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a state job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.