Environmental Scientist Specialist 2-3

As an Environmental Science Specialist (Technical Assistance and Operation Certification) you will support the development of the Operator Outreach program and assist the Technical Assistance group with the capacity development of public water systems in the state. The outreach program is for educating Operators in Arizona on how to properly maintain and operate their water systems, and the capacity development program ensures all drinking water systems have the ability to maintain and operate their water systems.

This position is available for remote work within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Attending outreach events and representing ADEQ as a subject matter expert on the Operator Certification Program
Coordinating outreach events in a virtual and in-person format on a monthly basis
Preparing annual EPA reports
Continue to build our Technical Managerial, and Financial roadmap for public water systems
Strong communication skills required for dealing with multiple internal and external customers on a variety of technical and non-technical topics
All other duties as required
Do you think you have the combination of commitment, passion, and talent to help drive this Agency to realizing our vision? If so, apply today. To learn more about us, our organizational habits known as the ADEQ Way, our culture, and other positions we have open, visit us at DEQ/careers.

Knowledge of State and Federal environmental regulations, environmental sciences and research, AZ sources of pollution, best practices for preventing the release of pollutants, environmental research, investigation techniques, statistical analysis, Agency policies, and processes,
Ability to understand and apply environmental rules and statutes; to follow guidance documents, standard operating procedures, and other technical instructions in the performance of tasks; to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports; and to summarize completed tasks and/or monitoring data orally and in written communication

Experience with outreach planning and coordination
Strong organizational skills and ability to schedule, conduct, and manage multiple projects at the same time

Bachelor's degree in Education, Communication, Business Administration, Environmental Science/Management, Environmental/Civil Engineering, Sustainability, or Hydrology
Level 2: Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field plus 2 years of relevant work experience.
Level 3: Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field plus 5 years of relevant work experience. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for two years of experience. A doctorate in a related field may substitute for four years of experience. Environmental Professional In-Training certification required through the Board for Global EHS Credentialing (https://gobgc.org/epi/) or an equivalent organization in a reciprocal jurisdiction is required

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are:
10 paid holidays per year
Accrual of sick and annual leave beginning at 12 and 13 days per year respectively for full-time employees
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
A robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability
An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
We promote the importance of work/life balance by offering workplace flexibility
We offer a variety of learning and career development opportunities

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

ASRS Lifetime Benefits

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting HPO@azdeq.gov.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.