Environmental program specialist
Location
Alaska | United States
Job description
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
This position is being recruited for in Anchorage, Fairbanks, or Juneau. Pay will be determined based on location of selected individual.
Anchorage salary: $24.65 hourly pay/ $28.31 hourly pay/ $32.62 hourly pay
Fairbanks salary: $25.39 hourly pay/$29.13 hourly pay/$33.60 hourly pay
Juneau salary: $25.88 hourly pay/$29.73 hourly pay/$34.25 hourly pay
What you will be doing:
The Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Water (DOW) is recruiting for an Environmental Program Specialist (EPS) 1/2/3 Flex position in the Wastewater Discharge Authorization Program (WDAP). You will work with a team of experienced environmental and engineering professionals to make a difference in protecting water quality, human health and the environmental in America's Last Frontier. The position assists in developing, issuing and tracking permits primarily for the Domestic and Industrial Utilities Section, Seafood and Aquaculture Sector.
Our organization, mission, and culture:
The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation staff is dedicated to conserving, improving, and protecting Alaska's natural resources and environment to enhance the health, safety, economic, and social well-being of Alaskans. The Division of Water establishes standards for water cleanliness and regulates discharges to waters and wetlands.
You will help fulfill the Division's mission by providing direct support and technical assistance to protect water quality through the development and issuance of Alaska Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (APDES) wastewater permits.
The incumbent will train and progress towards evaluation of submitted applications and the drafting of preliminary wastewater discharge permits with minimal supervision, and in compliance with the Federal Clean Water Act, State statutes and regulations, including 18 AAC 83 Alaska Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (APDES).
The incumbent will provide assistance to applicants, the regulated community and general public, and work collaboratively with other state and federal agencies, as necessary. The position will manage permit/facility data in the Division`s and federal databases, as well as learn and utilize the program’s Geographic Information System (ArcGIS) mapping tool.
The benefits of joining our team:
This is a flex position allowing the incumbent at the Environmental Program Specialist (EPS) 1/2 levels to advance to the EPS 3 level once they are qualified. The EPS 1 and EPS 2 positions have a strong training component and work directly with more senior staff and program managers to assist with wastewater discharge permit development.
The benefits of joining our team include: working with a diverse group of people; flexible work schedules; ample growth opportunities; work on a variety of projects; opportunities to meet and collaborate with a wide cross section of DEC staff, staff from other agencies, industry consultants and the general public.
The working environment you can expect:
This position may be filled statewide. As a valued member of the team, the incumbent will have opportunities for training, options for teleworking, a supportive work environment, and meaningful work. The work may include infrequent, short-duration travel for site visits to permitted facilities.
Who we are looking for a candidate that has experience in the following areas:
- Compliance : Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with State and federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
- Environmental Science: Knowledge of the interdisciplinary concepts, principles, theories, and methods of investigating the natural and physical environment, including examination of ecology, biology, physics, chemistry, plant science, zoology, mineralogy, oceanography, limnology, soil science, geology and physical geography, atmospheric, and other related sciences in the protection and improvement of the environment and its resources.
- Permitting: Knowledge of appropriate state and federal laws and regulations used for assessing applications, and the ability to use technical knowledge to issue legally defensible permits and approvals for various operations.
- Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
- Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
Special Note: - Valid Drivers' License Required
- This may require occasional travel to other parts of the state for permitted facility visits, meetings with applicants and stakeholders, public hearings, etc. Travel is not expected to exceed 1-2 times per year.
Environmental Program Specialist 1 (Range 14): Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the following competencies
- Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
- Research - Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
- Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Equivalent to those typically gained by:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in an environmental, physical, biological, or natural science; engineering; planning; or natural resources.
Environmental Program Specialist 2 (Range 16): Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the following competencies
- Environmental Science - Knowledge of the interdisciplinary concepts, principles, theories, and methods of investigating the natural and physical environment, including examination of ecology, biology, physics, chemistry, plant science, zoology, mineralogy, oceanography, limnology, soil science, geology and physical geography, atmospheric, and other related sciences in the protection and improvement of the environment and its resources.
- Scientific Research - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of scientific principles related to environmental, ecological, biological, or physical science and the methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
- Critical Thinking - Analyzes and evaluates data to draw logical and well-reasoned conclusions.
- Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Equivalent to those typically gained by:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in an environmental, physical, biological, or natural science; engineering; planning; or natural resources.
AND
Professional experience developing knowledge and skills in environmental regulations, pollution control, environmental damage recovery, or programs to improve or protect environmental quality; or learning to evaluate the potential environmental and socio-economic impacts of construction projects; prepare environmental documentation; and determine, negotiate, and monitor permitted activities.
Environmental Program Specialist 3 (Range 18): Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the following competencies
- Scientific Research - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of scientific principles related to environmental, ecological, biological, or physical science and the methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
- Compliance - Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
- Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
- Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Equivalent to those typically gained by:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in an environmental, physical, biological, or natural science; engineering; planning; or natural resources.
AND
Professional experience developing knowledge and skills in environmental regulations, pollution control, environmental damage recovery, or programs to improve or protect environmental quality; or learning to evaluate the potential environmental and socio-economic impacts of construction projects; prepare environmental documentation; and determine, negotiate, and monitor permitted activities.
A cover letter is required for this position. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION SUBMISSION - Copies of college transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications.
- A recent written correspondence or composition sample you authored, no more than 5 pages in length.
- Three professional references, including names, addresses and current phone numbers.
- A cover letter is required for this position. The cover letter should highlight the listed traits. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online.
- Please copy the knowledge, skills, abilities and experience numbered above into your cover letter and place your answer/description below each one. If you do not possess knowledge or ability in a specific area please say so. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate’s credibly possessed and proven competencies. If hired at the lower level, you will be promoted to the higher level after completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work.
COVER LETTER
The cover letter will be considered as a writing sample, and it will be used, in part, to determine which applicants advance to the interview phase of the recruitment.
Please copy the knowledge, skills, abilities and experience numbered above into your cover letter and place your answer/description below each one. If you do not possess knowledge or ability in a specific area please say so. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
Please attach the cover letter as a separate document to your application before applying online. If unable to attach to your application, email or fax the cover letter to the contact number provided in the job posting prior to the closing date of this recruitment
. Your cover letter will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
Omission of any required documentation will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration. LEGAL EMPLOYMENT
The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration. NOTE: The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.
WORK EXPERIENCE
When using work experience not already documented in your application, please provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position in which you are applying.
If you are currently or previously been appointed to a flexibly staffed position, please ensure your work experience within a flexibly staffed position indicates the actual dates employed at each level. Ensure your time and any subsequent flex promotion(s) are documented as a separate position. This is required as there are minimum qualifications that require experience at a particular level in which the lower level may not be considered. If this information is not accurately reflected in your application this may cause the processing of your application for consideration to be delayed.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
APPLICATION NOTICE
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" webpage, found here:
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EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
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For applicant password assistance please visit: For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Jackie Ebert
Environmental Program Specialist 4
Phone: 907-465-5336
Email: [email protected]
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