Safety Compliance Specialist 1

Natural Resources, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia is seeking a Safety Compliance Specialist 1 in the Department of Natural Resources. The role focuses on environmental health, safety, and compliance inspections within the Agricultural Water Withdrawal Program, located in Tifton or Dawson, GA.

You will use maps and GPS to locate wells and meters, document findings, and assist with meter-related tasks. Preference may be given to candidates with an undergraduate degree in relevant fields, knowledge of regulations, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and one year of job-related experience.
• Some positions may require a valid driver's license.
• Some positions may require certification and/or licensure.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections for compliance with state and federal regulations and standards.
• Gather data and document inspection results accurately.
• Develop Notices of Violation and track resolutions; provide technical assistance to stakeholders.
• Assist at meter warehouse with meter deliveries and orders; support field contractors.
• Work both in the field and in an office environment; interact with farmers and other stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

GPS mapping

Education

Undergraduate degree in Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or Engineering

Tools

GPS devices

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: Safety Compliance Specialist 1

Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Compensation Details: $41,600

Job Description: Under supervision, learns to perform inspections for compliance with policy, procedures, state and federal regulations and standards to ensure environmental health, safety, and/or compliance. This position is located in the Georgia Environmental Protection Division - Watershed Protection Branch - Agricultural Water Withdrawal Program - Agricultural Metering Unit in Tifton or Dawson, Georgia. As a Environmental Compliance Specialist I-III this position will work with the Agricultural Metering Program and will be responsible for performing field related duties for metering such as flow meter approvals, new meter install assessments, repair and replace assessments, performing qaqc, and gathering wetted acreage data. This position will utilize maps and GPS tools to locate and identify wells, surface water pumps, and flow meters. This position requires strong people skills and a good understanding of agricultural water use. This position will interact extensively with farmers, property owners, University of Georgia Extension agents, and other agricultural stakeholders. This position will provide timely and accurate documentation of field work and inspection results. This position will identify compliance issues related to agricultural meter installation, develop Notices of Violation, track compliance issues and resolutions and provide technical assistance with stakeholders. This position will be responsible for assisting at our meter warehouse with meter deliveries and meter orders for field contractors. This position requires performing inside office work and outside field work.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• A undergraduate degree in Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Engineering (Agricultural, Chemical, Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or Sanitary) or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge or experience with interpretting and applying state regulations.
• Experience with agricultural water use, metering, and irrigation.
• Demonstrated ability to work with farmers and other stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of job-related experience.--Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.--Note: Some positions may require certification and/or licensure.

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.