Environmental Permit Writer: Water Quality Impact

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources in Jefferson City seeks an Environmental Program Assistant/Analyst to thoroughly review permit applications, draft permits, issue notices, and guide stakeholders on water protection requirements.

You will engage with domestic, municipal, industrial facilities and other parties, gain knowledge of wastewater pollutants and treatment technologies, and deliver exceptional customer service while applying state laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent.
• 0–4 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations is beneficial.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analyses of permit applications for NPDES and State permits for various facilities.
• Draft permits, issue public notices, review input and issue operating permits.
• Review comments on draft permits and update permits as needed.
• Implement state and federal regulations and provide guidance on permitting decisions.
• Gain knowledge of wastewater pollutants, treatment technologies and performance expectations.
• Correspond with permittees, consultants, stakeholders regarding permit requirements.
• Coordinate with regional office teams, legal counsel and engineers to implement requirements.
• Attend field/site visits to understand treatment processes.
• Provide timely and professional customer service to department staff and the public.

Skills

Self-Management

Adaptability

Oral Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources in Jefferson City seeks an Environmental Program Assistant/Analyst to thoroughly review permit applications, draft permits, issue notices, and guide stakeholders on water protection requirements.

You will engage with domestic, municipal, industrial facilities and other parties, gain knowledge of wastewater pollutants and treatment technologies, and deliver exceptional customer service while applying state laws.