What are the responsibilities and job description for the TCEQ - Natural Resources Specialist II position at TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY?
Are you an experienced Natural Resource Specialist, ready for a unique opportunity to grow with an environmental state agency?
Join TCEQ! We bring passion and drive to carry out our mission of protecting our state’s public health and natural resources.
Work Schedule
Standard business hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Individual and work group schedule determined by the Program Support and Environmental Assistance Division.
BENEFITS
- Optional 401(k) and 457 plans
- Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSA
- Paid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observes
- Professional development opportunities
- Longevity pay based on your number of years working for the state
- Wellness Program and Activities
- Onsite Nurse Practitioner in HQ
YOUR FUTURE TEAM
As part of TCEQ Compliance and Enforcement, you would help ensure that those we regulate comply with the state’s environmental laws. See details about what we do.
This position is a member of our Program Support and Environmental Assistance division.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
- Review and investigate complaints, perform reviews of plans, designs, and installations. Conduct follow-up investigations and prepare associated reports.
- Verify completion of corrective actions. Track all investigation alleged violations and perform appropriate follow-up activities. Resolve violations and make referrals to Enforcement Division for formal enforcement action as appropriate
- Assist with and conduct the implementation and oversight of LIP and OSSF program activities; projects which may include the review and approval process regarding the designation of governmental entities authorized to regulate OSSF, rule teams, website development, research projects, legislative coordination and proprietary OSSF product review.
- Serve as a division representative on committees, workgroups, and teams related to various OSSF or LIP activities. Help prepare informational material and make presentations at designated events.
- Provide routine technical or administrative assistance and outreach or data requests to Agency staff, the public, and the regulated community regarding programs as well as the application of appropriate regulations.
- Participate in the planning and implementation of Irrigator Advisory Council (IAC) activities.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience preparing technical papers (such as investigation reports and/or research papers).
- Experience providing outreach to the general public, regulated community, media, and/or other government entities concerning policy and/or technical issues.
- Experience managing projects involving various areas or multiple customers.
- Experience in coordinating projects related to the development and implementation of regulatory processes, data collection, and/or improving management and/or technical techniques.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in a natural or physical science, engineering, environmental studies, or related field.
One year of full-time experience in the field of environmental activities may be substituted for each year (30 semester hours) of the required education.
TRANSCRIPT/ COLLEGE HOURS or COURSE WORK:
See instructions on how to attach documents. A copy of your official college transcript or evaluation of foreign credentials in CAPPS is required if needed to meet the qualifications listed above.
CURRENT TCEQ EMPLOYEES
This position is also available as a lateral transfer opportunity (LTO) to TCEQ employees within the Natural Resources Specialist II-IV state classification. The selected candidate must meet the minimum qualifications of the corresponding job in the Natural Resources Specialist II-IV series.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
TCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered employment.
In compliance with ADA, if you need any special accommodations during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102.
MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY (MOS) CODES
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes can be found at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/. Please click the hyperlink under ‘Occupational Category’ for the respective Class Title.
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
