What are the responsibilities and job description for the TCEQ - Corrective Action Specialist I position at TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY?
Are you an experienced Corrective Action Specialist, ready for a unique opportunity to grow with an environmental state agency?
Join TCEQ! We bring passion and drive to carry out our mission of protecting our state’s public health and natural resources.
Work Schedule
Standard business hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Individual and work group schedule determined by the TCEQ Remediation Division.
BENEFITS
- Optional 401(k) and 457 plans
- Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSA
- Paid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observes
- Professional development opportunities
- Longevity pay based on your number of years working for the state
- Wellness Program and Activities
- Onsite Nurse Practitioner in HQ
- Work-Life Balance
YOUR FUTURE TEAM
As part of TCEQ’s Office of Waste, you would contribute to agency efforts to regulate the generation, treatment, storage, and disposal of various wastes and the cleanup of contaminated sites. See details about what we do.
This position is a member of our Remediation Division.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
- Oversee all phases of routine to moderately complex corrective action work at Superfund Section sites, including investigations, remediation, monitoring, and systems operations for TCEQ.
- Plan, coordinate, and manage all phases of entry level corrective action work in accordance with Superfund Section guidelines.
- Prepare work orders, review invoices, and monitor project budgets.
- Perform technical or administrative tasks as assigned, such as but not limited to: assist in prepping guidance materials, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), contract specifications, or proposal evaluations.
- Communicate with internal staff, the public, contractors, and other governmental entities. Represent the agency at technical functions, seminars, and meetings.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience overseeing or conducting soil and/or groundwater investigations.
- Experience in preparing and/or reviewing technical and/or regulatory correspondence (e.g., technical reports, letters)
- Experience in reviewing, interpreting, or compiling geologic or environmental data.
- Experience managing and/or leading projects (i.e., responsible for scope, schedule, budget, client/customer interaction, managing contractors/subcontractors).
- Experience in interpreting state environmental regulations or performing regulatory review of reports concerning environmental investigations.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor’s degree with a major in biology, chemistry, engineering, environmental science, earth science, geology, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
TRANSCRIPT/ COLLEGE HOURS or COURSE WORK:
See instructions on how to attach documents. A copy of your official college transcript or evaluation of foreign credentials in CAPPS is required if needed to meet the qualifications listed above.
CURRENT TCEQ EMPLOYEES
This position is also available as a lateral transfer opportunity (LTO) to TCEQ employees within the Engineering Specialist I-V state classification. The selected candidate must meet the minimum qualifications of the corresponding job in the Corrective Action Specialist I-V series.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
TCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered employment.
In compliance with ADA, if you need any special accommodations during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102.
MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY (MOS) CODES
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes can be found at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/. Please click the hyperlink under ‘Occupational Category’ for the respective Class Title.
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
