Environmental Compliance specialist

City of Maypearl; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Maypearl seeks a qualified environmental specialist to enforce federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Responsibilities include conducting water quality inspections, sampling and monitoring, reviewing pretreatment permits, and investigating complaints with corrective actions.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field and two years of water/wastewater testing experience, with licenses pursued within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in environmental science, biology or a related field.
• Two years of experience in water or wastewater testing and sampling.
• Must obtain TCEQ Class C Water Distribution Operator and Wastewater Collection Class II Operator licenses within one year of hire.
• Must possess knowledge of environmental regulations, water quality testing and sampling procedures, and strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce environmental regulations and review permits and compliance actions.
• Conduct water quality inspections, sampling and monitoring.
• Investigate complaints and issue citations/violation notices.
• Maintain sampling equipment and assist in emergency responses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in environmental science, biology or a related field

Job description

Duties include enforcing federal, state and local environmental regulations; conducting water quality inspections, sampling and monitoring; reviewing industrial pretreatment permits; investigating environmental complaints and ensuring corrective actions; developing monitoring plans; preparing technical reports; responding to public inquiries; issuing citations and notices of violation; maintaining sampling equipment; responding to environmental emergencies; participating in an on-call rotation; and performing related duties as assigned.

PAY GRADE GG19 / FULL PAY RANGE $28.05 - $39.55 PER HOUR ($58,344 - $82,272 ANNUALLY)

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in environmental science, biology or a related field and two years of experience in water or wastewater systems testing and sampling required. Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license. Must obtain TCEQ Class C Water Distribution Operator and Wastewater Collection Class II Operator licenses and Work Zone Traffic Safety certification within one year of hire. Depending on assigned specialty, TCEQ Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester (BPAT), Customer Service Inspector (CSI) or other licenses may be required within one year of hire. Must possess knowledge of environmental regulations, water quality testing and sampling procedures, and strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying environmental conditions. Night and weekend hours are sometimes required. A résumé must be submitted with application.