Environmental Compliance Specialist jobs in Austin, TX

Environmental Compliance Specialist conducts required environmental tests, analysis and observations. Evaluates results and makes recommendations as necessary for maintaining compliance with regulatory agencies. Being an Environmental Compliance Specialist requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Environmental Compliance Specialist relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Environmental Compliance Associate or Specialist (Water Conservation Enforcement)
  • City of Austin
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Position Information

    Posting Title
    Environmental Compliance Associate or Specialist (Water Conservation Enforcement)

    Job Requisition Number
    COA091490

    Position Number
    104661

    Job Type
    Full-Time

    Division Name
    Water Conservation

    Minimum Qualifications
    Environmental Compliance Associate:
    • Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, or related field, plus two (2) years of relevant experience.
    • Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
    • One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.


    Licenses and Certifications Required:
    • May require a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License and ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.

    For Austin Water positions:
    • Water Conservation positions: TCEQ licensed irrigation inspector or valid plumbing inspectors license from the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or the ability to obtain license within six (6) months of hire.
    • On-Site Sewage Facility positions: TCEQ Designated Representative (DR) license and valid plumbing inspectors license from the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.


    Environmental Compliance Specialist:
    • Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, or related field, plus four (4) years of relevant experience.
    • Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
    • One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.

    Licenses and Certifications Required:
    • May require a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License and the ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.

    For Austin Water positions:
    • Water Conservation positions: TCEQ licensed irrigation inspector or valid plumbing inspectors license from the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or ability to obtain license within six (6) months of hire.
    • On-Site Sewage Facility positions: TCEQ Designated Representative (DR) license and valid plumbing inspectors license from the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.


    Notes to Applicants


    Position Overview:
    This position will work on the Enforcement & Compliance team for the Water Conservation Division helping enforce the water conservation code. The position will conduct early morning or evening water waste patrols and assist senior staff with compliance monitoring programs (Car Wash Efficiency, Cooling Tower Efficiency, and Commercial Facility Irrigation Assessment). Enforcement activities include conducting leak investigations, water waste patrols, issuing citations and assessing fines, and attending administrative hearings.



    Working with Austin Water provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

    This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon candidate qualifications:
    Environmental Compliance Associate: $23.04 – $26.50
    Environmental Compliance Specialist: $27.16 – $32.87

    When completing the City of Austin employment application:
    • Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
    • A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
    • A resume is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include contact information from previous employers.
    • A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter, candidates should describe in concise detail their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.


    If you are selected as a top candidate:
    • Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
    • If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
    • A criminal background investigation is required.



    Secondary Employment:
    • All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.
    • Austin Water must review all secondary employment.
    • Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water, as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment.



    Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite – including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.

    Pay Range
    See “Notes to Applicants”

    Hours
    Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with some flexibility. Work hours change seasonally to include overnight shifts for months at a time.

    Job Close Date
    04/22/2024

    Type of Posting
    External

    Department
    Austin Water Utility

    Regular/Temporary
    Regular

    Grant Funded or Pooled Position
    Not Applicable

    Category
    Professional

    Location
    Waller Creek Center, 625 E. 10th St. Austin, TX 78701

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Demonstrated experience providing excellent customer service, facilitating resolution of customer issues.
    • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers via direct contact, email, or phone.
    • Time management/multi-tasking skills.
    • Experience with CC&B or other Utility Billing Systems.
    • Experience interpreting and explaining technical data, policies and procedures to a wide audience including customers, plumbers, and contractors.
    • Experience with data entry and using GIS and other databases for regulatory enforcement purposes.
    • Experience reviewing violations, drafting Notices of Violations/Citations and other correspondence, and calculating fines.

    Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
    This position is posted at multiple levels. For Duties, Functions and Responsibilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

    Environmental Compliance Associate

    Environmental Compliance Specialist


    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    This position is posted at multiple levels. For Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

    Environmental Compliance Associate

    Environmental Compliance Specialist


    Criminal Background Investigation
    This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.

    EEO/ADA
    City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

    The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

    Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within
    the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
  • 15 Days Ago

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Environmental Permit Specialist III
  • Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionALL CANDIDATES MUST APPLY VIA THE FOLLOWING LINK ONLY: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/582/jobdetail.ftl?job=00039336&tz=GMT-05:00&tzname=America/ChicagoWe bring passion and d...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Compliance Specialist
  • Texas State University
  • San Marcos, TX FULL_TIME
  • Posting Information Posting Information Posting Number 2024476 Posting/Functional Title Compliance Specialist University Pay Plan Title Compliance Specialist Location San Marcos Department Institution...
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Compliance Specialist
  • Last Resort Recovery
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • SUMMARY The Compliance Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring that our facility operates in full compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to substance abuse treat...
  • 12 Days Ago

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COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST
  • Registered Agent Solutions
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Compliance Specialist Austin, TX This position is responsible for the ongoing management of clients' annual report portfolios. This role will be required to work closely with state departments. This p...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Senior Environmental Compliance Program Manager
  • AECOM Corp. - Worldwide
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Job DetailsCompany DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or trans...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Senior Field Safety Specialist
  • Loram
  • Austin, TX
  • Job Title: Sr. Field Safety Specialist FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Environmental Health & Safety Reports to: Manager...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
  • Loram
  • Austin, TX
  • Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety Specialist FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Environmental Health & Safety Report...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Environmental Program Manager
  • Xlysi
  • Austin, TX
  • Job Summary: Looking for Environmental Program Manager to support various Environmental objectives and initiatives, cons...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Construction Inspector
  • Atlas
  • Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmen...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Health Safety Environmental (HSE) Manager
  • Tito's Handmade Vodka
  • Austin, TX
  • Built on a dream and distilled in Austin, Texas, Titos Handmade Vodka has been bringing people (and dogs) together over ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager
  • AECOM
  • Austin, TX
  • **Company Description** **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer
  • WSP USA
  • Austin, TX
  • This Opportunity At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objective...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Temporary - Conservation Program Specialist
  • City of Austin
  • Austin, TX
  • Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursewor...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Austin is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Travis County, with portions extending into Hays and Williamson counties. It is the 11th-most populous city in the United States and the 4th-most populous city in Texas. It is also the fastest growing large city in the United States, the second most populous state capital after Phoenix, Arizona, and the southernmost state capital in the contiguous United States. As of the U.S. Census Bureau's July 1, 2017 estimate, Austin had a population of 950,715 up from 790,491 at the 2010 census. The city is the cultural and economic center ...
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Income Estimation for Environmental Compliance Specialist jobs
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