Public Water Supply Specialist (Entry Or Senior)

Exciting opportunity! The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Drinking Water and Groundwater Program has one Public Water Supply Specialist opening currently. Selected candidates will be brought in at a level relative to their experience. We welcome applications from interested applicants at all levels of experience and training, including students graduating this year.

NOTE: This recruitment may be used to fill similar future positions.
This position is based in a regional field office. Significant travel is required throughout the assigned Northeast Region of Wisconsin, with some statewide travel required for meetings.

The open position can be headquartered at DNR offices in either Green Bay, Wautoma, Oshkosh, or Sturgeon Bay.

Are you a problem-solver who enjoys working independently and with teams? These positions offer fulfilling work doing inspections at Transient Noncommunity Public Water Supply systems and working together with the system owners to provide a safe source of drinking water and to protect public health. These positions offer very satisfying work, and the regional teams are great to work with. The work is interesting and engaging, with a good balance of field and desk work. At Wisconsin DNR, it is common for employees to work from home or have flexible hours. Remote work will be available for a portion of the work week, after the initial training period. The exact amount is based on program need.

The DNR is a great place to work! We are a workplace focused on diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Current employees value work-hour flexibility, casual office atmosphere, healthy work-life balance, and working for an organization that provides training and growth opportunities.

The DNR excels at protecting and managing natural resources while supporting the economy and the well-being of our citizenry. We are dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. The staff works in partnership with individuals and organizations to manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air, and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.

This position is responsible for implementation of the Safe Drinking Water Act Program for small Public Water systems across several counties. The primary responsibilities of this role include performing inspections of water systems, evaluating and interpreting monitoring data, recording observations, taking enforcement measures when necessary, and promptly addressing emergencies related to drinking water. This position is assigned to a DNR region: Northeast Region (Green Bay or Wautoma). Travel is required throughout the assigned area and sometimes statewide.

The successful candidate will be able to work independently and with others using communication and technical skills in service to the public and with the assigned Public Water Systems. You’ll work with departmental teams, the public, assigned Public Water systems, local officials, other state agencies, and the federal government to accomplish work plan goals.

Please review the Entry Level Position Description for more details on this position.

Please review the Senior Level Position Description for more details on this position.

Starting pay for the Entry level position is between $30.00 to $32.00 per hour ($62,400.00 to $66,560.00 annually).

Starting pay for the Senior level position is between $32.00 to $35.00 per hour ($66,560.00 to $72,800.00 annually).
This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan.
This position is included in Pay Schedule/Range 15/03 for the Senior level and 15/04 for the Entry Level. A 12-month probationary period may be required.

Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

I9 Requirement: The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9 upon hire.

Telework: Based on an assessment of the goals and work activities, this position may be eligible for telework. Telework approval is based on individual circumstances and is subject to supervisor approval and DNR telework policies. Approval is subject to change without notice based on business needs.

Please make sure to address and describe EACH of the following qualifications applicable to your experience within your resume and/or letter of qualifications to be considered for this position:

Required qualifications include ALL the following criteria:
Education, work experience, and/or specialized training in a science or health related field (such as geology, chemistry, biology, public health, conservation, environmental science, natural resources, freshwater science, or similar field).
Collecting data and interpreting results.
Communicating scientific information to audiences of varying technical backgrounds and understanding.
Preferred qualifications include:
Experience related to drinking water systems, including but not limited to drinking water samples, well drilling, pump installing, and water treatment.
Experience utilizing databases (such as SQL, .Net, Oracle, or similar) for querying, reports, evaluating data trends, etc.

Experience working with state and federal regulations

Experience with drinking water contamination issues/water quality standards.

Relevant experience in working with and/or volunteering in science or human health related organizations, such as non‐profit organizations, nature centers, academic institutions, consulting firms, or local, state, or federal government agencies.

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For questions regarding the application process, please contact Andrew Wenninger in Human Resources at andrewj.wenninger@wisconsin.gov or 608/419-6009.

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The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

All applications must be received by 11:59 pm central on Monday, April 8, 2024.