This position provides technical and administrative assistance and oversight to Inspection positions and assists the program manager on program issues.
This recruitment is an agency-only posting and is open exclusively to current Department of Environmental Quality employees.
ResponsibilitiesThe position 1. manages multiple, complex projects with deadlines and heavy workloads to resolve compliance issues through technical, administrative, and enforcement oversight and performs facility inspections to evaluate the design and operation of petroleum storage tank systems, 2. documents findings and work with owner/operators to remedy non-compliant conditions, 3. assists tank owner/operators in complying with State laws and regulations governing storage tanks to promote improved environmental performance and reduce threats to human health and the environment from petroleum releases.
QualificationsThe successful candidate will possess:
- Knowledge of federal/state/local laws and regulations governing petroleum storage, UST/AST design technology, corrosion protection systems, leak detection methods, environmental science and engineering practices, chemistry, and basic hydrogeology.
- Knowledge, skills and abilities in project management and personal computer operations (including word processing, spreadsheets, and database management).
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Coursework or equivalent experience in environmental sciences. Work experience demonstrating knowledge of technical details of petroleum storage tanks. Work experience demonstrating strong work ethic and independent work skills.
- Real ID or passport may be required to inspect some facilities.
- This position may require you to operate a state owned or leased vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
Skills Required
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing petroleum storage
- Knowledge of UST/AST design technology, corrosion protection systems, and leak detection methods
- Knowledge of environmental science and engineering practices, chemistry, and basic hydrogeology
- Knowledge and skills in project management and personal computer operations, including word processing, spreadsheets, and database management
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Coursework or equivalent experience in environmental sciences
- Work experience demonstrating knowledge of technical details of petroleum storage tanks
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently
- Real ID or passport may be required for some facility inspections
- Valid driver's license, due to possible operation of a state-owned or leased vehicle
What We Do
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