ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE SPECIALIST 1 Hazardous Waste Inspector
$45k/y-$50k/y
3 days ago
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Summary
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) is seeking an Environmental Science Specialist 1, Hazardous Waste Inspector to join their Waste Programs Division in Phoenix, AZ. The role involves conducting research and inspections to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
About the Role
As an entry-level Environmental Science Specialist, you will conduct inspections in the Hazardous Waste Unit, identifying and eliminating sources of pollutants. Your responsibilities include reviewing environmental permit applications, participating in site visits, providing technical guidance, and preparing reports based on field observations and data analysis. This position requires frequent travel to the ADEQ Phoenix location and offers a mix of field and remote work.
About You
Required:
- Knowledge of State and Federal environmental regulations pertaining to hazardous waste.
- Ability to develop strong relationships with hazardous waste generators and governmental agencies.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred:
- Bachelor's degree in environmental management/science/studies, geology, earth sciences, law, or sustainability.
- HAZMAT/HAZWOPER Certification.
- 0-2 years of environmental experience.
Benefits
- 10 paid holidays per year.
- Accrual of sick and annual leave starting at 12 and 13 days per year respectively.
- Paid Parental Leave of up to 12 weeks for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
- Lifetime pension benefits through a top-ranked retirement program.
- Comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, life, and disability coverage.
- Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy.
- Workplace flexibility promoting work/life balance.
- Learning and career development opportunities.
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality ADEQ
☁️💧♻️ Clean Air, Safe Water, Healthy Land for Everyone in #AZ. Learn about our work ➡️ azdeq.gov The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality's mission is to protect and enhance public health and the environment in Arizona. Established by the Arizona Legislature in 1986 in response to growing concerns about groundwater quality, ADEQ today administers a variety of programs to improve the health and welfare of our citizens and ensure the quality of Arizona's air, land and water resources meets healthful, regulatory standards. Terms of Use for social media and website ➡️ azdeq.gov/TermsOfUse
Phoenix, AZ