Environmental Complnc Spec 1

Georgia Power Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State Government's Department of Natural Resources seeks an Environmental Compliance Specialist I for field-based work. You will learn to evaluate programs for compliance with environmental laws and support monitoring efforts of waters and habitats.

The role involves long hours outdoors in varying weather, carrying gear, and communicating technical findings to management and the public; a foundational science degree is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics, geology, engineering, or related field.
• Ability to perform fieldwork outdoors in varying weather.
• Strong ability to communicate technical information to management and the public.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate programs for compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
• Monitor ambient water quality of lakes, streams and estuaries.
• Conduct biological assessments of macroinvertebrates and periphyton.
• Measure stream flows and analyze water quality data.
• Prepare reports and participate in National Aquatic Resource Surveys.
• Assist with complaint investigations.
• Participate in intensive water quality/hydrologic studies.

Skills

Water quality

Biological assessment

Technical communication

Field work

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physics, geology, engineering

Job description

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Job Title:

Environmental Complnc Spec 1

Agency:

Department of Natural Resources

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007897

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$41,600.00

Job Description:

Under supervision, learns to evaluate programs for compliance with environmental laws, rules, and regulations and recommend monitoring and corrective/enforcement actions. Monitors ambient water quality of lakes, streams and estuaries; conduct biological assessments of macroinvertebrates and periphyton; measure stream flows, analyze water quality data; prepare reports; and participate in National Aquatic Resource Surveys; assist with complaint investigations; and participate in intensive water quality/hydrologic studies. This is a field position and work often requires long hours in outdoors under extreme weather conditions. Must be able to carry 60 lbs. of gear and equipment. Ability to communicate technical information effectively with management, staff and general public.

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.