TCEQ – Environmental Investigator II

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Are you an experienced Environmental Investigator, 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 states public health and natural resources.
TELEWORK
This position offers an opportunity for a hybrid work schedule with a minimum 2-day work in office.
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 states environmental laws.
This position is a member of our Border and Permian Basin division.
HERES WHAT YOULL BE DOING
Conduct technical inspections, surveys, and follow-up investigations; prepare reports which documents field activities and observed conditions.
Conduct environmental monitoring and prepare technical papers regarding studies involving environmental subjects
Provide technical assistance to the public, regulated community, and other interested groups regarding the application of appropriate regulations
Assist with collecting and analyzing environmental samples
Qualifications: KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in basic science, engineering, or environmental studies.
Experience in preparing technical papers (such as investigation reports and/or research papers)
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in a natural or physical science, engineering, environmental studies, or related field generally preferred, but not required.
OR
Four years of full-time experience in the field of environmental activities directly related to the examples of work performed.
TRANSCRIPT/ COLLEGE HOURS or COURSE WORK:
See instructionson 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 theNatural Resources Specialist II-IVstate classification. The selected candidate must meet the minimum qualifications of the corresponding job in theEnvironmental Investigator II-IVseries.
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.