OK DEQ – Environmental Programs Specialist – Land Protection Division – Sustainable Materials Management Section

regional associations information network; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality in Oklahoma City seeks an Environmental Programs Specialist in the Land Protection Division – Sustainable Materials Management Section. The position focuses on the Land Reclamation Program and OCERA, with responsibilities across grant programs, public outreach and compliance assistance.

A bachelor’s degree in a physical, natural, or environmental science is required for Level I; Level II requires additional experience or a master’s degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with relevant science background required for Level I.
• Level II adds one year of professional experience or a master’s degree.
• Ability to interpret technical documents and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct site visits for the Land Reclamation Program.
• Manage the OCERA program including payments and data processing.
• Assist with the Solid Waste Management Grant Program and grant tracking.
• Participate in public outreach and technical training events.
• Coordinate compliance assistance to DEQ regulated businesses.
• Travel statewide for field work and meetings.

Skills

field work

data management

customer service

Microsoft Office

public outreach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical, natural, or environmental sciences

One year of professional experience or Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Posting Title

Environmental Programs Specialist

Agency

292 DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Supervisory Organization

Environmental Quality–Land Protection

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Hiring Rates:
Level I – $52,332.80
Level II – $56,180.80

Job Description

This position is located in the Land Protection Division – Sustainable Materials Management Section in Oklahoma City.

All applicants must be able to pass a background check and must be able to legallywork within the United States. DEQ does not allow sponsorship for those on a H1Bvisa. This position requires in-office work Monday – Friday. Other than regular fieldwork, there is no remote work allowed.

Basic Purpose

This position will perform technical and regulatory tasks associated with the Sustainable Materials Management Section of the Land Protection Division.

The Sustainable Materials Management Section works to implement sustainability initiatives related to materials management, including but not limited to, waste reduction and recycling, toxic chemical reduction, food waste and food recovery, composting, and beneficial reuse. The Section also includes the Land Reclamation Program, the Solid Waste Management Grant Program, and the Oklahoma Computer Equipment Recovery Act (OCERA) Program.

This position will primarily be responsible for the Land Reclamation Program as the Land Reclamation Specialist and the Oklahoma Computer Equipment Recovery Act (OCERA) Program. Other responsibilities will include assisting with Solid Waste Management Grant Program, assisting in the development and implementation of sustainability projects and programs, public outreach, and assistance with implementation of grant funded projects and programs.

These activities require attention to detail and the ability to interpret technical documents. Effective written and verbal communication is a significant portion of this job, and customer service is a key aspect of this position.

Typical Functions

• Serve as the Land Reclamation Specialist
  • Plan and conduct site visits for the Land Reclamation Program, Manage the Land Reclamation Inventory Project, Coordinate with Air Quality Division on EPA NESHAP reports submitted for the Land Reclamation Program
• Manage the OCERA Program
  • Track and manage OCERA annual payments, Process OCERA data, Prepare annual OCERA report
• Assist with the Solid Waste Management Grant Program
  • Write contracts for, assist with negotiation of, and track spending for solid waste grant funding
• Participate in public outreach/training events
• Coordinate and lead compliance assistance/technical outreach to DEQ regulated businesses
• Participate in routine meetings
• Perform data management activities as needed
• Lead or assist with special projects as needed

• Must be able to be in the field approximately two or more days a week in locations throughout the state
• Must be able to travel in state and out of state to meetings and training
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office software

Travel Requirements

Employee must have a valid driver’s license and will be required to travel throughout the state as well as out-of-state. Travel, including air travel, is necessary to perform assigned tasks and to attend designated training. Travel may be for a few hours to several days, including overnight stays. State vehicles are available, and their use is preferred, but there may be occasions state vehicles are unavailable, and it will be necessary for the employee to use their personal vehicle. Most travel will be at the expense of the employee with subsequent Agency reimbursement.

Education and Experience

Level I – bachelor’s degree with at least 24 semester hours in a physical, natural,
or biological science, chemistry, geology, hydrology, physical geography,
epidemiology, environmental science, environmental health or civil, agricultural,
environmental, geological or chemical engineering.
Level II – those identified in level I plus one (1) year of professional experience in one ofthe areas listed; or a master’s degree in a qualifying area.

To be considered for this position applicants must be within 60 days of obtainingtheir degree.

Physical Requirements

Employee will be required to perform field work including but not limited to conducting site inspections and performing oversight activities. Employee must be able to walk up to a mile in difficult terrain, carrying up to 25 pounds of equipment. Situations may include, but are not limited to, climbing up/down creek/riverbanks, structures, ladders, etc. in all kinds of weather.

Benefits

• Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually.
• A comprehensive Benefit Package with a generous Benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiumsfor employees and their eligible dependents.

Not all applicants will receive an interview. If you are selected to be interviewed, you will be notified by email.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.