Environmental Complnc Spec 1

State-of-Georgi; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia invites qualified candidates to join the Environmental Protection Division as an Environmental Compliance Specialist 1. This role contributes to developing and regulating Clean Water Act Section 401 water quality certifications, including site reviews, project documentation, and collaboration with agencies and consultants.

Preferred candidates have a degree in a natural science or engineering field, with experience in environmental regulatory activities and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Regulatory knowledge and/or experience preferred for environmental programs.
• Strong data management and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and regulating Clean Water Act Section 401 water quality certifications.
• Perform site reviews, project documentation, and coordinate with federal/state agencies, applicants and consultants.
• Utilize Excel/Access and GIS tools for data management and reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory knowledge

Project coordination

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Access

GIS

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 Complnc Spec 1Agency:Department of Natural ResourcesJob Requisition ID:JR0000004534Shift:Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:$41,600Job Description:The Wetlands Unit of the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) is seeking qualified candidates to participate in developing and regulating Clean Water Act Section 401 water quality certifications. Regulatory tasks include the administration of Clean Water Act Section 401 water quality certifications, performing appropriate site reviews, project documentation, and coordination with fellow federal and state agencies, project applicants and consultants1) Preference will be given to applicants who possess a degree or significant course work in theareas of biology, chemistry, soil science, or wetland ecology/science.2) Preference will be given to applicants who possess a wetland professional in training (WPIT) orprofessional wetland scientist (PWS) certification, or a soil scientist certification.3) Preference will be given to applicants with experience in environmental field work, focused onwater quality monitoring and sampling techniques.4) Preference will be given to applicants with experience or training in wetland regulatoryactivities, including CWA Sec. 401 water quality certifications, USACE regulations concerningCWA Sec. 404 permits, wetland delineations, and jurisdictional waters determinations.5) Preference will be given to applicants who have knowledge or experience associated withdredging operations.6) Preference will be given to applicants with experience in regulatory activities associated witherosion and sedimentation control, including knowledge of the NPDES construction generalpermits, review of ESPC Plans, buffered state waters, and buffer variance application process.7) Preference will be given to applicants with experience in regulatory activities associated withFERC licenses, including CWA Sec. 401 water quality certifications and FERC regulationsconcerning licenses associated with hydroelectric projects.8) Preference will be given to applicants with experience in drafting and/or reviewingenvironmental documents (Phase I/II ESAs, Tier I Evaluations, Tier II Sediment Sampling Reports,EAs/FONSIs, EISs, etc.).9) Proficiency in using Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel, Access, and GISapplications, with emphasis on spreadsheet and data management skills.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 EmployerThe 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.