Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Environment and Energy - Agency 84



Location:

Lincoln Job Posting



Hiring Rate:

$24.628



Classification Salary Range:

$24.63 - $36.30



Job Posting:

JR2024-00005699 Environmental Specialist II - RCRA/Federal Facilities (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
05-14-2024



Job Description:

Perform detailed technical reviews of contaminant investigation and remedial action work plans and reports at sites regulated under the following programs: Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Subtitle C (hazardous waste) and D (solid waste); Federal Facilities; Superfund Remedial, Pre-Remedial, and Brownfields programs; the Nebraska Voluntary Cleanup Program; and the Title 118 state cleanup program. Based on the investigation results from any of the above programs, one of the primary duties of this position will be to inform the public about existing or potential contaminant impacts to groundwater, soil, or soil vapor, and make recommendations concerning future remedial actions to address contaminated sites.
•Review permit-required geological/hydrogeological characterizations and groundwater monitoring plans and conduct groundwater monitoring inspections and evaluations for RCRA Subtitle C (hazardous waste) and D (solid waste) sites.
•Perform project management and contractor oversight on site assessment work conducted in the Superfund Pre-Remedial and Brownfields assessment programs. Review site assessment reports to ensure reports are prepared in accordance with EPA and NDEE guidance. Prepare task assignments, review work plans and cost estimates, conduct field oversight, and review invoices.
•Write, edit, and review standard operating procedures, checklists and guidance related to Section programs.
•Educate, interact with, and respond to the regulated community, consultants, and public about program statutes, regulations, and written guidance procedures. Represent the Agency at meetings and in daily contacts with the public.


Advertising language:
It is a very exciting time at our agency! Some of the things you can look forward to as an employee with the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy:


•A new office building at Fallbrook with free parking.
•Flexible work schedules.
•You will be doing work knowing you are making a difference for current and future generations.


Are you passionate about preserving, enhancing, and protecting Nebraska's environment? If so, please consider a career with the State of Nebraska at the Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE). At NDEE, employees have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with maintaining, restoring, and enhancing the quality of Nebraska's air, land, water, and energy resources.


What you will do!
Your job as a Project Manager will allow you to work with a multi-disciplinary team consisting of experienced geologists and engineers throughout the site assessment and cleanup process. You will perform contractor oversight on site assessment projects in the Superfund Pre-Remedial and Brownfields Programs; and complete technical reviews of investigations and remedial actions related to various environmental cleanup programs such as the Nebraska Voluntary Cleanup Program, Superfund Program, Integrated Waste Management Program, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Program. In this position, you will need strong written and verbal communication skills to discuss environmental issues with local and federal counterparts, communities, regulated facilities, consultants, the public, and other stakeholders. You'll gain valuable experience in the investigation, evaluation, and remediation of contaminated sites, and know that you're making a positive impact in communities by ensuring that everyone is living, working, and enjoying a healthy Nebraska environment.


What's in it for you!
The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! We offer a competitive benefits package.
12 days of vacation during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), 12 days of sick leave during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), and 13 paid holidays per year. Permanent Teammate Benefits: • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • WellNebraska Health Plan • Direct Primary Care (DPC) • Mail order Rx (3 month supply) and Specialty Pharmacy program • Virtual Visits and FREE Nurse line 24 hours a day 7 days a week • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement/Investment Plan • Early Retirement Insurance Program (55 and older) • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Health Savings Account • Flexible Spending Accounts • Life and AD&D Insurance • Tuition Assistance* • LinkedIn Learning Access to 16,000+ On-Demand Courses • Direct Deposit of Payroll • Nebraska State Employees Credit Union • Deferred Compensation Plan • Paid Holidays • Vacation, Sick, Civil, and Injury Leave • Military Training or Emergency Duty Leave • Teammate Discount Program • Charitable Giving through Payroll Deduction *Coverage is effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
For a complete listing of job duties, requirements, and to apply go to statejobs.nebraska.gov
Location and address of position: 245 Fallbrook Blvd - Lincoln, NE
Work schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Flexible schedule allowed with management approval.


Dress Code: Business Casual


Bachelor's Degree in the physical sciences, natural sciences, environmental science, geology, biology, agronomy, civil engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, hydrology, community and regional planning or a related field. NOTE: Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.



OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Submit a resume with specific experience relevant to the position in years and months.


• Completion of a Nebraska Water Well Monitoring Technician license and Occupational Safety and Health Administration 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response certification is required within six months of employment;


• A valid driver's license or ability to provide independent transportation;


• Overnight travel (approximately 10%);


• Participation in the Agency's Medical Monitoring Program;


• Ability to lift 20 pounds; ability to climb 8-foot ladders;


• Ability to climb steep slopes and over fences;


• Ability to bend and stoop;


• Ability to work in outdoor weather extremes;


• Ability to walk on muddy, icy, uneven terrains;


• Ability to work in an industrial setting;


• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.

PREFERRED: Ability to focus on significant technical and regulatory issues, propose creative solutions to technical problems, manage multiple projects/priorities, complete detailed and accurate reviews of plans/reports, and write succinct review comments. Work experience pertaining to one or more of the programs listed above is preferred, particularly as it relates to interacting with regulatory agencies.



Knowledge of: State of Nebraska geology and groundwater resources; Federal and State environmental laws and regulations; and principles of geology, hydrogeology, chemistry, risk assessments, and statistics.



Skill in: Communicating technical and regulatory issues orally and in writing; managing multiple projects and priorities; and maintaining computer skills with Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, Google Earth, and ArcGIS Pro.



Ability to: Apply environmental experience and knowledge consistent with standard environmental industry practice and maintain good working relationships with teammates and the regulated community.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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