Underground Storage Tank Inspector (Environmental Specialist 3) (Two Positions)

 

 

Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. If you want to join a team that is highly effective, collaborative, has leadership that embraces the value of people, and believes in the fun factor, Ecology is a good fit.

The Toxics Cleanup Program (TCP) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill two Underground Storage Tank Inspector (Environmental Specialist 3) positions. The positions are located in our Southwest Regional Office (SWRO) in Lacey, WA.

The Underground Storage Tank Inspector positions prevent environmental contamination by protecting the land, water, and air of the state through regulatory oversight of UST facilities. Regulatory oversight is achieved through education, UST significant operational compliance (SOC) inspections, UST installation inspections, UST decommission inspections, complaint investigations, and issuing enforcement actions when necessary. Education, inspections, and enforcement actions result in increased compliance with state UST regulations that were codified with the intent of reducing leaking underground storage tanks (LUST). LUST reduction subsequently prevents citizens of Washington State from being exposed to soil and ground water contamination. Therefore, this position promotes healthy communities and natural resources.

We are looking for applicants who are organized, self-directed, patient, are able to guide site owners through the regulations and has good judgment regarding enforcement.

 

As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability.

 

For more information about our agency, visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov or check us out on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or our blog.

 

 

 

 

Duties

 

Accidental spills of dangerous materials and past business practices have contaminated land and water throughout the state. The Toxics Cleanup Program (TCP) works to remedy these situations, which range from cleaning up contamination from leaking underground storage tanks, to large, complex projects requiring engineering solutions. Our mission is to get and keep contaminants out of the environment.

Some of the Key Work Activities for the Underground Storage Tank Inspector positions are:

 

 

This recruitment will remain open until filled. The initial screening will be October 7, 2019. In order to be considered for the initial screening, please submit an application on or before October 6, 2019. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.

 

 

Qualifications

 

A Bachelor's degree involving a major study in environmental, physical or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field AND two (2) years of professional level experience in environmental analysis or control including enforcement, or environmental planning.

A Master's degree in one of the above fields and one (1) year of the required experience. 

A Ph.D. degree in one of the above fields. 

 

Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment.

A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping the health and financial security of you and your family a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to work/life balance.

Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:

Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS),  Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth

 

Employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, which forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.

 

 

Supplemental Information

 

Please complete the applicant profile when applying for this position. Or, you may paste the text of your resume within the profile's resume text field.

Please read the supplemental questions carefully and answer completely. Incomplete responses, including "please see resume" may disqualify you from further consideration.

Department of Ecology employees, please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources at (360) 407-6186.

If you are reading this announcement in print format, please visit www.careers.wa.gov to access the online recruitment system. Click on "Look for Jobs" and select Dept. of Ecology under the "Department" search list. Click "Apply Search."

If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov or call 360-407-6186. Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.

If you have specific questions about the position, please email Andrew Smith at: andrew.smith@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Andrew Smith to inquire about the status of your application.

 

The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.

This position is included in the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) union bargaining unit for the Department of Ecology.

The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.