ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST I (Inspector)

Introduction PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. We encourage you to consider an exciting career with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and preserving Maryland's air, water, land resources, and safeguarding the health of all its citizens, we invite you to apply and become a part of our team. MDE is committed to a mission of protecting and restoring the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders, with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems throughout the state. As part of our continuous efforts to optimize performance and drive success the Environmental Compliance Specialist I, is eligible for an annual promotion. The incumbent may advance to a higher grade within the classification series, based on satisfactory work performance. Progressive grade levels include: Environmental Compliance Specialist II – Grade 15 $63,154.00-$99,603.00 Yearly Environmental Compliance Specialist III – Grade 16 $67,309.00-$106,155.00 Yearly

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LOCATION OF POSITION Maryland Department of the Environment Water and Science Administration Compliance Program, Office: 160 S Water St, Frostburg, MD Primary Work Area: Montgomery, Frederick Main Purpose of Job The Environmental Compliance Specialist I is an entry-level position in the field of environmental regulatory compliance. The incumbent in this position will learn to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations, perform inspections, and assist with enforcement. The incumbent will represent the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) in a variety of environmental program areas, including National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)/State Discharge Permits for general discharges including industrial facilities and construction sites, combined sewer overflow (CSO) and sanitary sewer overflow (SSO) programs, sediment and erosion control, tidal and nontidal wetlands, and waterway construction. The incumbent in this position will gain experience through exposure to and collaboration with programs throughout the Water and Science Administration (WSA) and MDE. This position involves the following working conditions: Exposure to uncomfortable or unpleasant surroundings. Consultations are performed in the middle of a wetland, still others are performed at construction sites, etc. Exposure to hazardous conditions which may result in injury. Walking over rough surfaces and terrain on examining sediment traps, stormwater ponds and dikes around heavy equipment presents potentially dangerous conditions. Physical demands such as lifting 50 pounds or more, climbing ladders etc. This requires personnel to carry chemicals, equipment and tools, water samples and files. Required use of protective equipment—such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, steel toe shoes, hard hats and masks—during site visits when required. The incumbent will be required to drive a State vehicle. If you hold an out-of-state driver’s license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record from the issuing state’s Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of hire. All individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5 points on their driving record to operate a State vehicle. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Four years of experience performing inspection or investigation work related to State, federal or local regulation, code or standard compliance. Notes: Candidates may substitute sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university which includes thirty credit hours in any combination of disciplines such as earth science, environmental science, geology, civil or environmental engineering, biology, chemistry, agronomy, forestry or other related discipline and two years of experience performing inspection or investigation work related to State, federal or local regulation, code or standard compliance for the required experience. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in earth science, environmental science, geology, civil or environmental engineering, biology, chemistry, agronomy, forestry or other related discipline for the required experience. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Environmental Engineering and Natural Resources classifications or Environmental Engineering and Natural Resources specialty codes in the Engineering and Natural Resources field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience using Google Workspace. Experience working outdoors in various settings Knowledge of water sampling and laboratory procedures. Experience communicating with the general public. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. Employees in this classification may be required to obtain and maintain certification or license in the designated environmental compliance area. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and, therefore, will be required to provide the employer with a phone number where they can be reached. Upon hire, the selected candidate must complete a mandatory 4–6 month training program as a condition of employment. SELECTION PROCESS Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider the information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. Application must be completed. Do not leave work experience section blank. Do not cut and paste resume or answer see resume. All supplemental questions must be answered thoroughly. Incomplete or one-word answers, such as 'yes' will result in no credit for those responses. Should you possess a bachelor's/master’s degree from a college or university outside of the United States, you must have your educational credentials evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at View phone number on click.appcast.io or World Education Services Inc. at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply. BENEFITS Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis Generous paid leave that increases with years of service Paid holidays Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs Employee & employer contributory pension plan FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS It is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit the State paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to View email address on click.appcast.io or mail to: Maryland Department of the Environment OHR - Recruitment and Examination Division 1800 Washington Blvd. Baltimore MD 21230. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shantasia Baker at View phone number on click.appcast.io. If you have difficulties submitting your online application, please contact the Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maryland