What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST 1 position at Wayne County Government?
The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families. Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities. Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.
DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR JOB DUTIES
The Environmental Specialist 1 will conduct research or perform investigation to identify, abate, or eliminate sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, the Environmental Specialist 1 may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources and assist in the compliance with Wayne County's NPDES Storm Water Permit.
Required Tasks
- Provide scientific or technical guidance, support, coordination, or oversight to governmental agencies, environmental programs, industry, or the public.
- Review and implement environmental technical standards, guidelines, policies, and formal regulations that meet all appropriate requirements.
- Collect, synthesize, analyze, manage, and report environmental data, such as pollution emission measurements, atmospheric monitoring measurements, meteorological or mineralogical information, or soil or water samples.
- Communicate scientific or technical information to the public, organizations, or internal audiences through oral briefings, written documents, workshops, conferences, training sessions, or public hearings.
- Provide advice on proper standards and regulations or the development of policies, strategies, or codes of practice for environmental management.
- Conduct environmental audits or inspections or investigations of violations.
- Perform complaint investigations/responses.
- Monitor effects of pollution or land degradation and recommend means of prevention or control.
- Design or direct studies to obtain technical environmental information about planned projects.
- Assist with the compliance of Wayne County's NPDES permit.
- Assist with the preparation of grant applications.
- Coordinate Wayne County's Green School program.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Educational Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree from a recognized college or university with a major in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or the Physical, Chemical or Natural Sciences
- State of Michigan EGLE Industrial Stormwater Operator and Construction Stormwater Operator Certificates
- HAZWOPER OSHA 40-Hour Certification
- Experience Requirements
- Minimum of three (3) years' experience at public health department, government environmental agency, or private environmental consultancy or service provider performing environmental duties.
- A valid State of Michigan driver's license with an acceptable, safe driving record.
Salary : $73,287 - $93,807
