Environmental Protection Specialist

Job Summary

This position is located in the Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE), Natural Resources Administration. The mission of DOEE is to protect and restore the environment, conserve natural resources, and improve the quality of life in the District of Columbia. This position is in the Municipal Stormwater Branch of the Inspection and Enforcement Division (IED). The Municipal Stormwater Branch is responsible for protecting water quality by inspecting facilities and infrastructure that may discharge pollution to the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4). The Branch is also responsible for inspecting stormwater best management practices (BMPs) that treat, retain, and/or detain stormwater. The incumbent will be part of a team responsible for inspection, compliance, and enforcement activities within the District's MS4 area and regulated stormwater BMPs. The incumbent conducts maintenance and validation inspections. They will utilize a variety of data management and visualization software to record and document inspection findings, updating records including but not limited to ArcGIS, Quickbase, DOEE Surface and Groundwater System, Salesforce, and the Microsoft product suite. They will also assist team members in developing outreach materials about the importance of preventing water pollution, and collaborate with other DOEE divisions, the District of Columbia Government, the Federal Government, public and private organizations, and other stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provides assistance in planning, developing, preparing, and implementing Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Assurance Project Plans, and similar quality control measures relating to specific environmental disciplines. May provide assistance in designing and implementing sampling and analysis plans; collects and analyzes environmental data and information; and creates and maintains databases and records relating to findings, conclusions, and decisions. Provides assistance in preparing and reviewing policy recommendations and technical proposals on environmental and natural resources issues that are unusually controversial, precedent setting, or very costly. Provides evaluation of findings to determine the existence and extent of environmental hazards. Assists in developing and revising plans and control techniques to deal with environmental hazards. Reviews trade journals, news releases, technical reports, and District and federal legislations, regulations, and guidance documents for developments that might affect regulatory, compliance assistance, enforcement, and public outreach and education programs.

Provides assistance in drafting of environmental policies, regulations, guidelines, procedures, and forms. Reviews applications for various approvals and permits, including plans, permits, registrations, certifications, and licenses, and determines whether to approve or deny the same, in accordance with established scientific and regulatory standards, criteria, and procedures. Provides assistance in planning, developing, and implementing an inspectional, sampling, investigatory, and enforcement program relating to specialized scientific and technical practices relating to one of the above environmental programs to protect human health and the environment from the adverse effects of pollution. Prepares inspectional and investigatory reports from facts and information gathered during field inspections and records review, and maintains database of findings, conclusions, and decisions. Reviews and provides advice on site assessments and corrective action plans for contaminated sites, including review and approval of sampling and analysis plans, site investigations, feasibility studies, removal and remedial actions, monitoring plans, records of decision, clearance reports, operation and maintenance plans, and institutional controls to address indoor and ambient air quality, soils, surface water, groundwater, and sediment quality. Identifies deficiencies in information or interpretation, and seeks additional information, clarification, and corrections from responsible parties or their consultants.

Qualifications and Education

Specialized Experience : Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must be equivalent to at least the next lower grade in the normal line of progression.

Licenses and Certifications

Must have a valid driver's license.

Work Environment

Work is performed in an office setting and field environment.

Other Significant Facts

Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm (Hours may vary)

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0028-11

Promotion Potential : No known promotion potential

Duration of Appointment : 13-Month Term Appointment

Collective Bargaining: This position is covered in a collective bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 2725, and union dues may be collected.

Position Designation: This position has been deemed Security Sensitive under the guideline of the DC Personnel Manual. Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations. Accordingly, incumbents must successfully pass a criminal background and consumer credit check as a condition of employment and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of their tenure.

Residency Preference: When claiming residency preference, you are required, and must agree in writing, to maintain bona fide District residency for a period of seven (7) consecutive years from the effective date of employment. You will be required to present documents (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona-fide District residency for the seven-year (7-year) period will result in forfeiture of employment.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.