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ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST I

Recruitment #23-001878-0001

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Introduction

The Maryland Department of the Environment is charged with protecting and preserving the State's air, water and land resources and safeguarding the environmental health of all Maryland's citizens.  The Agency's mission is to protect and restore the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems in Maryland. 

The Water and Science Administration is recruiting for two Environmental Compliance Specialist I positions in the Compliance Program, Western Division.  These positions are specific recruitments for the Maryland Department of the Environment.  This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies for this position/function only.  The resulting cert list will be maintained for one year.  Persons interested in future vacancies within this classification must re-apply.

GRADE

14

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of the Environment 

Water & Science Administration

Compliance Program, Western Division

91 Eastern Blvd.

Hagerstown, MD 21740

Main Purpose of Job

The Environmental Compliance Specialist I will occupy two entry-level positions in the field of environmental regulatory compliance. The incumbents in this position will represent MDE in a wide range of environmental program specialties including water pollution control laws and regulations related to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). The incumbents will also implement State Discharge Permits for municipal and industrial facilities, NPDES Pretreatment, Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) and Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) programs. The Environmental Compliance Specialist I's will learn to perform sediment and erosion control, tidal and nontidal wetlands, industrial pretreatment, well and septic systems, and waterway construction inspections. In addition, the incumbents in this position will also learn the process of environmental compliance through exposure to and interaction with other programs within WSA and MDE. At the trainee level, a strong emphasis is placed on compliance procedures and policies, rather than enforcement actions.

The incumbents in this position will be required to drive a State vehicle. Employees are required to maintain a valid driver’s license in the State of Maryland with no more than 5 points on their current driving record in order to drive a State vehicle. The incumbent in this position will be required to travel to the following counties: Prince George's with possible assignments in Montgomery, Howard, Carroll, Frederick, Washington, Allegany and Garrett Counties depending on the day to day workload.  Assigned regions may be subject to change based on staffing or priorities. The incumbent is required to report to the Hagerstown field office as needed.

Working conditions are as follows:

·   Exposure to uncomfortable or unpleasant work environments. This may include consultations performed at sewage treatment plants or other waste treatment facilities. The majority of the job involves work outdoors in inclement weather with potential exposure to chemicals, dust odors, etc.

·   Exposure to hazardous conditions which may result in injury. This includes walking over rough surfaces and terrain, handling chemical testing agents, and investigation of unauthorized facilities with potential exposure to natural biological hazards.

· Special physical demands such as lifting 50 pounds or more, climbing ladders, etc. This requires personnel to carry chemicals, equipment, tools, water samples, and files. Consultations may also include climbing over spoil piles, through rock lined ditches, crossing streams etc.

· Wearing protective equipment such as goggles, masks, and gloves to ensure that the staff does not come into contact with harsh chemicals and toxic byproducts of industrial activity. Basic protective equipment will be provided.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Four years of experience performing inspection or investigation work related to State, federal or local regulation, code or standard compliance.

Notes:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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

It is preferred that the selected candidate have the following:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
• Proficiency in Google Workplace.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. 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.

2. 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.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation.  The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of this position. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on the Eligible List categorized as BEST QUALIFIED. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.  Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable.  Please note that you will be required by the appointing agency to provide proof upon hire of all certifications, licenses, educational and work experiences.

For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.  Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year.  The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the immigration and Reform Control Act.  You must be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to be hired in the position for which you applied.  

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to:

MDE, Recruitment and Selection Division 
1800 Washington Blvd.  
Baltimore MD 21230 

Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to Shantasia Baker Shantasia.Baker1@maryland.gov.  Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. Please reference #23-001878-0001. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shantasia Baker/MDE Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-537-3808. 

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-537-3130 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. 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.



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