Senior Environmental Permitting Specialist - Hybrid

Sowela; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework

IPERS retirement

Flexible work schedules

Professional training opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources in Des Moines, Iowa, seeks a senior Environmental Specialist to lead permitting and program oversight for the ADP, CRT Recycling, Waste Tire, and related waste streams. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, licensing, and guidance to industry and public stakeholders.

Responsibilities include reviewing permit applications, providing technical direction, and coordinating with state and federal partners.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facility and project permitting for the Appliance Demanufacturing Permit (ADP) Program.
• Administer the Special Waste Authorization (SWA) Program and perform waste characterization reviews.
• Provide regulatory direction for hazardous waste handling under RCRA and assist generators/landfills.

Job description

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources in Des Moines, Iowa, seeks a senior Environmental Specialist to lead permitting and program oversight for the ADP, CRT Recycling, Waste Tire, and related waste streams. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, licensing, and guidance to industry and public stakeholders.

Responsibilities include reviewing permit applications, providing technical direction, and coordinating with state and federal partners.