Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11 - Enforcement Analyst

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Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11 - Enforcement Analyst

Salary:  $24.30 - $40.95 Hourly

Location:  To Be Determined - TBD, MI

Job Type:  Permanent Full Time

Department:  Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)

Opening Date:  08/28/2025

Closing Date:  9/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Description

This position will serve as an entry-level enforcement case manager in the Drinking Water and Environmental Health Division (DWEHD).  With the assistance and consultation of the Enforcement Specialist and supervisor, this position coordinates escalated enforcement actions triggered by referrals from program and district staff unable to achieve compliance with statutes and rules in the following programs:

• Public Water Supplies, regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 1976 PA 399, as amended;
• Certified Drinking Water Operators, regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 1976 PA 399, as amended;
• Septage Waste Haulers, regulated under Part 117, Septage Waste Services of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended;
• Campgrounds and Swimming Pools, regulated under Part 125, Campgrounds, Swimming Areas, and Swimmers’ Itch, of the Public Health Code, 1978 PA 368, as amended; and
• Water Well Construction, regulated under Part 127, Water Supply and Sewer Systems, of the Public Health Code, 
   1978 PA 368, as amended.
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• The Enforcement Analyst will manage cases from initial case development through final settlement that may include administrative and/or civil actions that may lead to litigation. This position analyzes cases and recommends escalated enforcement action in consultation with the Enforcement Specialist and DWEHD referring staff and management. This may include drafting of Administrative Consent Orders (ACO), Administrative Consent Agreements (ACA), Notices of Intent (NOI), Enforcement Notices (EN), and referrals to the Department of Attorney General (DAG) and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Environmental Investigation Section (EIS). This position may also include scheduling and/or mediating hearings in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act. This position also has responsibility for reviewing and collaborating in the development of applicable template, procedure, and guidance documents.
  
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  The work location of  this position will be either the Lansing, Jackson, Warren, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Cadillac, Bay City, Gaylord District Office based on the selected candidate.    However, the selected candidate may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule (combination of remote and in-person) or a fully remote work schedule (with occasional travel to the official work location).  Employees approved for schedules that include remote work must complete that work within Michigan. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. When working remote, employees must use a designated workspace that is safe and professionally appropriate, allows for privacy, minimizes distractions, and includes secure internet access. Details regarding work location and schedule options for this position may be discussed during the interview process. 

Required Education and Experience

Education 

Possession of a bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, engineering, environmental studies and sustainability, physical sciences, resource development, or resource management.

OR

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: biochemistry, biology, botany, chemistry, crop and soil science, ecology, engineering, environmental health, environmental science, environmental studies and sustainability, forest management, geology, meteorology, microbiology, physical geography, physics, remote sensing, resource development, resource management, toxicology, or zoology.

Experience 

Environmental Quality Analyst 9

No specific type or amount is required.

Environmental Quality Analyst 10 

One year of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 9.

Environmental Quality Analyst P11 

Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst including one year equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 10.

Additional Requirements and Information

ABOUT EGLE
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan’s environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.
 

At EGLE, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan’s land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan’s residents.

Please attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts to your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.  

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/E/EnvironmentalQualityAnalyst.pdf (Download PDF reader)

Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

Employer:  State of Michigan

Department:  Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)

Address:  525 West Allegan Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909

Phone:  517-284-5014
Website:  https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/careers