Environmental Compliance Specialist - Augusta Office

State-of-Georgi; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia's Department of Natural Resources seeks an Environmental Compliance Specialist in Augusta to learn and evaluate programs for compliance with environmental laws, and to recommend monitoring and enforcement actions. This role supports safe drinking water and wastewater oversight.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a related science and 2–3 years of environmental protection experience, with preference for enforcement and public interaction skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics, geology, engineering, or related field.
• Two (2) years of relevant environmental protection experience (RCP020/021).
• Three (3) years for higher level (RCP022) or one year at lower level.

Responsibilities

• Learn to evaluate programs for compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
• Recommend monitoring and corrective/enforcement actions.
• Engage in enforcement and compliance inspections as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Public interaction

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Geology, Engineering or related field

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Environmental Compliance Specialist - Augusta Office

Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Job Requisition ID: JR0000003631

Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $41,600.00 - $50,336.00

Job Description: Under supervision, learns to evaluate programs for compliance with environmental laws, rules, and regulations and recommend monitoring and corrective/enforcement actions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

RCP020 – Environmental Compliance Specialist 1 Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Geology, Engineering or other closely related field from an accredited college or university.

RCP021 – Environmental Compliance Specialist 2 Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Geology, Engineering or other closely related field from an accredited college or university.

AND Two (2) years of professional job-related experience in environmental protection.

OR One (1) year of experience at the lower-level Environmental Compliance Specialist 1 (RCP020) or equivalent position.

RCP022 – Environmental Compliance Specialist 3 Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Geology, Engineering or other closely related field from an accredited college or university.

AND Three (3) years of professional job-related experience in environmental protection.

OR One (1) year of experience at the lower-level Environmental Compliance Specialist 2 (RCP021) or equivalent position.

Preference

1. Experience in safe drinking water, wastewater, and/or construction stormwater
2. Experience in enforcement and compliance inspections
3. Experience in the interpretation and application of state and federal regulations
4. Experience in dealing with the public
5. Good communication skills in technical matters
6. Ability to complete assignments in an efficient and accurate manner.

Experience with web-based applications, and demonstrated ability to complete assignments in an efficient and accurate manner; ability to work well with others as a team.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics, geology, engineering, or other closely related field from an accredited college or university.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.