ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER SENIOR

Overview

DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

We are looking for results-oriented, driven individuals with a thirst for problem solving. At Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) our mission is to protect and enhance public health and the environment in Arizona. Through consistent, science-based environmental regulation; and clear, equitable engagement and communication; with integrity, respect and the highest standards of effectiveness and efficiency. Because Arizonans treasure the unique environment of our state and its essential role in sustaining well-being and economic vitality, today and for future generations. We are currently looking for employees who are committed to our Agency, passionate to excel in their career and engaged in our mission. Only this caliber of employee will be successful in driving our Agency towards accomplishing our mission.

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER SENIOR

Job Location : Address : 1110 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Waste Programs Division

Posting Details

Salary : $100k-$105k

Grade : 29

Closing Date : Open until filled

Job Summary

The Corrective Action Units Senior Engineer is responsible for reviewing reports, proposals, and documentation of work conducted associated with environmental remediation for regulatory compliance and as part of financial assistance programs. As Arizonas primary expert in this field, you will be conducting technical evaluation of the design, implementation, and operation of corrective actions to ensure efficacy and regulatory compliance. Coming in as a senior-level staff expert also requires mentoring and coaching junior staff so that Arizona can achieve and maintain its goals.

This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the States Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties

• Perform environmental calculations based on provided methodologies.
• Significant contributor for cross-divisional environmental issues.
• Lead the development of complex environmental calculations.
• Provide high level of engineering support for staff.
• Review and evaluate corrective action plans and make recommendations.
• Assist Project Managers by reviewing and commenting on remediation proposals involving environmental or public health impacts.
• Evaluate and support open leaking underground storage tanks cases; assessing proposed and ongoing remedial activities.
• Coordinate and meet with responsible parties, owners, operators and consultants to discuss characterization and guide appropriate corrective action.
• Provide technical assistance to the regulated community, staff, and the public pertaining to environmental impact and regulation.
• Evaluate remedial proposals, performance, and associated costs.
• Conduct reviews of Corrective Action Plans for technical appropriateness and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Complete expert review of complex technical / program documents and applications pertaining to environmental impact and regulation.
• Mentor and audit the technical work and review products of junior level staff.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Selective Preference(s)

Pre-Employment Requirements

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply : Drivers License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are :

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work / life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

Retirement

ASRS Lifetime Benefits

Contact Us

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting HPO@. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

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