TMD - Environmental Protection Specialist II (Regional Environmental Specialist)

Job Description

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT:

https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00044990

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:

Applicants may submit applications through Work In Texas (WIT), however, applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS Recruit and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In (Link: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en)

Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

NOTES TO THE APPLICANT:

TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate. The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays
• Defined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually
• Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)
• Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures
• Robust free training access through Texas Military Department's Web-Based Learning Program
• Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services
• Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs

Military membership is not required for this position.

ABOUT US:

Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State & Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).

Our Vision: America's premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.

Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.

BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY

Regional Environmental Specialist (RES) performs complex (journey-level) environmental or public health and safety work. Work involves coordinating inspections, surveys, assessments, or investigations to ensure compliance with environmental laws; evaluating environmental impact; and identifying health and safety hazards and other sources that can affect the health of the environment or population. May train others. May coordinate work of contractors as needed. This RES will support assigned facilities and will be located in Bastrop, TX. Reports directly to the RCRA Waste Manager and the EPAS Manager. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

WORK HOURS: Tuesday - Friday, 10 hours a day, 40 hours a week

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs, directs, analyzes, monitors, mitigates, conduct surveys and completes coordination of environmental duties at assigned facilities to support compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Assists with activities established to prevent pollution and to minimize environmental impacts.
• Provides updates, suggestions and information for Environmental Awareness, especially the Earth Guard publications, which is accessible on public and internal websites.
• Coordinates with other Media Managers in the Environmental Branch on an as needed basis.
• Assists with hazardous materials management to include Waste Minimization through Shelf-Life Management.
• Assists assigned facilities with management of all applicable records as required by laws, regulations, and policies. Records management and document control is the responsibility of the facility personnel but the RES, with use of the Compliance Tool Kit (CTK) or Environmental Binder and consistent coordination with the Environmental Trainers, will assist with this vital task.
• Assists Media Managers with reviewing, making recommendations and implementing plans, procedures, policies and guidelines in reference to Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plans (SPCC Plans), Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPPs) and the Environmental Waste Management Plan (EWMP).
• Assists with environmental compliance at assigned facilities, especially through Site Assessment Visits (SAVs) and Internal Site Support (ISS) as part of our Environmental Performance Assessment System (EPAS) Program, to include execution, reporting, tracking and mitigation of findings with guidance from the EPAS Manager.
• Assists assigned facilities with adhering to the Adjutant General's (TAG) Environmental Statement (Directive) and documenting as well as advising on the methods to fix shortcomings.
• Assist with maintaining environmental stewardship.
• May occasionally work evenings, weekends or holidays.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies & procedures handbook.
• May be required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters, and other missions, to include holidays and weekends.

Qualifications:

MINIMIUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college/university is required. (Substitution allowed)

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Environmental Science or Environmental Management is preferred.

SUBSTITUTION:

• Graduation from accredited two-year college with major coursework in environmental sciences, environmental engineering or public health may be substituted for the required education.
• Additional years of experience conducting environmental assessments, property inspections, investigating sites, environmental baselines studies and coordinating laboratory sample and analysis projects may substitute for the required education on a year per year basis up to four years.

EXPERIENCE:

• Two years of experience in conducting environmental assessments, investigating sites and coordinating laboratory sample and analysis projects is required.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word, or Excel) is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), Hazardous Waste Management Plans (HWMPs), or their equivalents is preferred.
• Experience with training of ONSITE personnel to ensure compliance with all applicable environmental laws and regulations is preferred.
• Experience working with federal, state and local Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) regulators is preferred.

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE:

• Certification as a Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) is preferred.
• Registered Environmental Manager (REM) is preferred.
• Master Certification (MC) for the Environmental Professional is preferred.
• Certification as an EPA Outreach Trainer or an equivalent is required is preferred.
• May require certification as a Specialist in Environmental Regulations (SER), Environmental Regulatory Professional (ERP), Environmental Management Professional (EMP) or equivalent within first year of employment.
• Valid driver's license is required. *If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct agency business.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• environmental laws and regulations;
• relevant safety practices;
• pollution prevention; and
• environmental management systems.

Skills in:

• communicating effectively (orally and in writing);
• operating computers using Microsoft software; and
• efficiency with analytical software and research techniques.

Ability to:

• review work for accuracy;
• work in team environment;
• interpret requirements (law, regulations, policies and procedures);
• work in a military environment; and
• detect and evaluate hazards (environmental, health and safety).

PHYSICAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed both inside and outside. Normal office temperatures and noise are expected most of the work time. Exposure to seasonal inclement weather can be expected for a percentage of time spent overseeing and monitoring storm water plans and for other duties as assigned. Outside work requires bending, reaching, stretching, climbing and crouching. The incumbent must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds and often puts forth similar effort in pushing, pulling, turning and positioning parts, assemblies, equipment and tools. Often lifts and moves heavier items with the assistance of other workers and with lifting devices. Requires approximately 50 - 55% travel.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE

If you qualify for a Military Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation at the time of applying. Documentation must be provided before a Military Employment Preference can be granted.

Currently Serving U.S. Armed Forces or Texas National Guard - Statement of service memo

Veteran - DD Form 214 (or Equivalent)

Disabled Veteran - VA Civil Service Preference Letter

Spouse of a member of the United States Armed Forces or Texas National Guard serving on active duty - Marriage certificate and verification of duty status (active duty orders, PCS orders, statement of service)

Spouse of a veteran if the spouse is the primary source of income for the household and the veteran has a total disability rating based either on having a service-connected disability with a disability rating of at least 70 percent or on individual unemployability - Marriage certificate, VA Civil Service Preference Letter indicating disability rating, and documentary proof of income

Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage certificate and DD Form 1300

Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty - Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300

VETERANS:

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the following fields or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply:

United States Army: 92W Water Treatment Specialist

United States Navy: AG Aerographer's Mate

United States Coast Guard: OAP14 Port and Facility Safety and Security

United States Marine Corps: 8056 Hazardous Material/Hazardous Waste (HM/HW) Officer

United States Air Force: 43EX Bio-environmental Engineer

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_NaturalResources.pdf

Contact TMD's Veteran's Liaison, Paul Love if you have questions at (512)782-3836 or staffingHR@military.texas.gov

The Texas Military Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, or status as an individual with a disability or protected veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.