Lead And Copper Rule Improvements Compliance Specialist

Salary: $23.93 - $49.79 Hourly
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 39807
Agency: 480 Department of Environmental Quality
Unit: 3821 DEQ Fed SRF State Program Augment Set-Aside
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: 1/3/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Recruiter: Kathy Thiriot; kthiriot@utah.gov; 801.538.4624
# of Openings: 1
Location: 195 N 1950 W Salt Lake City, Utah
Schedule Code: TL - Time Limited - This is a career service exempt at will position.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: https://adminrules.utah.gov/public/search/driver%20eligibility/Current%20Rules
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.
Job Description
The Department of Environmental Quality is looking to fill an Environmental Scientist position in the Division of Drinking Water's Monitoring and Standards Section. This position may be filled at any of the advertised levels listed below. Salary depends on the job level offered within the series.
Principle Duties
As the Lead andCopper Rule Improvements Compliance Specialist, you will typically:

• Ensure the compliance of public water systems pertaining to the Lead Service Line Inventory (LSLI) requirements of the Lead and Copper Rule Revision by reviewing submitted lead service line inventories for completeness and accuracy, using and maintaining the Division's LSLI compliance database, coordinating compliance issues with EPA counterparts, and providing training and outreach to public water systems.
• Provide exceptional service to Division stakeholders, both internal and external, by serving as the Division's point of contact for LSLI inquiries, participating in local and regional informational and planning calls, and providing program updates to Division management and EPA as requested, and responding to emails and calls in a prompt timeframe.
• Work with the Lead and Copper Rule Improvement Coordinator to develop the Division's compliance framework and State Primacy package for EPA's new Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) rule. This will include tasks such as creating an LCRI website, drafting digital and hard copy informational and guidance documents, creating tools to efficiently run compliance on various requirements, and conducting stakeholder outreach.
• Facilitate resolutions and provide technical support and expertise to public water systems through courteous and professional communication, responding to incoming questions or complaints and providing in-person and virtual trainings and workshops.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this position will possess:

• Possesses thorough knowledge of the federal Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and Utah's Drinking Water Administrative rules and the ability to interpret and implement the Act and rules.
• Experience with stakeholder coordination and project management.
• Ability to create, track, and manage multiple datasets in Microsoft Excel, Access, and other databases.
• Ability to interpret conceptual ideas and apply to the real-life public health situations.
• Three or more years of professional work experience in regulatory compliance and enforcement activities related to environmental science/health or public health.
• Knowledge of principles, theories, and practices of environmental response and remediation.
• Ability to solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
• Deliver presentations or training to audiences of differing backgrounds using acceptable methods and techniques.
• Deal with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, contribute to collaborating environment, and promote coordination within project team.
• Ability to write queries.

Job Series
The selected candidate for this position may be brought in as an Environmental Scientist I with a salary range of $23.93 - $35.94 per hour, an Environmental Scientist II with a salary range of $28.16 - $42.30 per hour, or an Environmental Scientist III with a salary range of $33.14 - $49.79 per hour.
Salary
Starting salary will be between $27.00 to $34.00 hourly, depending on experience.
Remote/Flex/Hybrid Work Schedule
This position may be eligible for remote work (within Utah). Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.
Preferences
Preference may be given to those with:

• Bachelor's degree in science, public health, environmental studies, public policy or related fields from an accredited university; master's degree preferred.
• A minimum of three years of experience in environmental science, environmental/public health, or regulatory enforcement.
• Registration as an Environmental Health Scientist a plus.

Why You Should Join Our TeamAs a benefited employee of the Department of Environmental Quality, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Click to view a summary of the benefits we offer. We also provide generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work-life balance.
The AgencyFor more information about the Department of Environmental Quality and the Division of Drinking Water, click here
Supplemental Information

• Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
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