Environmental Specialist II - OnSite Section

The State of Nebraska is hiring an Environmental Specialist II for onsite inspections of decentralized wastewater treatment systems in Lincoln, NE. Responsibilities include compliance inspections, public education, technical writing, and regulatory review. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible work schedules, and the chance to contribute to environmental protection efforts. Applications are accepted until March 18, 2025.
The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Environment and Energy - Agency 84

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$25.120

Job Posting:
JR2025-00013788 Environmental Specialist II - OnSite Section (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
03-18-2025

Job Description:
Under general supervision, perform inspections and compliance activities for decentralized/onsite wastewater treatment systems.

Job Duties:
• Conducts inspections of decentralized/onsite wastewater treatment systems and determines compliance with State and federal regulations and permit conditions.
• Answer all phone and other communications regarding policies, procedures and regulations pertinent to the program.
• Develop, maintain or modify manual and computerized tracking/monitoring systems for assigned program such as violations and status of projects.
• Prepare and present educational programs regarding environmental regulations and policies at meetings, seminars, events, workshops and public information sessions that aid in the education of the regulated community and general public.
• Issues technical papers and/or reports to provide data required or requested by federal, State, local agencies, the professional community, or the general public.
• Writes, reviews and revises regulations, technical guidelines, and proposed legislation to establish State standards in response to new standards recognized in the professional community and/or required by federal standards.
• Reviews EPA guidance documents, memorandums, Federal Register notices, federal and State regulations, professional journals and trade magazines to keep abreast of emerging issues.
• Testifies at hearings as an expert witness to verify observations and conclusions from data collection and interpretation as required in legal actions.
• Resolve conflicts and maintain program objectives in emotionally charged situations.
• Other duties as assigned.
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It is a very exciting time at our agency! Some of the things you can look forward to as an employee with the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy:

• A new office building at Fallbrook with free parking.
• Flexible work schedules.
• You will be doing work knowing you are making a difference for current and future generations.

Are you passionate about preserving, enhancing, and protecting Nebraska’s environment? If so, please consider a career with the State of Nebraska at the Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE). At NDEE, employees have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with maintaining, restoring, and enhancing the quality of Nebraska’s air, land, water, and energy resources.

What you will do!
Under general supervision, perform inspections and compliance activities for decentralized/onsite wastewater treatment systems. Primary duties include preparing inspection reports and issuing official correspondence and technical guidance for the regulated community. Also conducts file reviews, responds to complaints, and supports the Department facility database.

What’s in it for you!
The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! We offer a competitive benefits package.
12 days of vacation during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), 12 days of sick leave during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), and 13 paid holidays per year. Permanent Teammate Benefits: • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • WellNebraska Health Plan • Direct Primary Care (DPC) • Mail order Rx (3 month supply) and Specialty Pharmacy program • Virtual Visits and FREE Nurse line 24 hours a day 7 days a week • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement/Investment Plan • Early Retirement Insurance Program (55 and older) • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Health Savings Account • Flexible Spending Accounts • Life and AD&D Insurance • Tuition Assistance* • LinkedIn Learning Access to 16,000+ On-Demand Courses • Direct Deposit of Payroll • Nebraska State Employees Credit Union • Deferred Compensation Plan • Paid Holidays • Vacation, Sick, Civil, and Injury Leave • Military Training or Emergency Duty Leave • Teammate Discount Program • Charitable Giving through Payroll Deduction *Coverage is effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

For a complete listing of job duties, requirements and to apply go to statejobs.nebraska.gov

Location and address of position: 245 Fallbrook Blvd – Suite #100 – Lincoln, NE

Work schedule: Monday – Friday – 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Flexible schedule and 10-hour workdays maybe allowed with management approval.

Dress Code: Business Casual

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in the physical sciences, natural sciences, environmental science, geology, biology, agronomy, civil engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, hydrology, community and regional planning, or a related field. Experience may substitute for education or a year-for-year basis.

Other:
• Have a valid driver’s license or ability to provide independent transportation.
• Ability to travel overnight (approximately 10%)
• Ability to climb, bend, stoop, and walk on uneven terrain or steep slopes
• Ability to work outdoors in temperature extremes
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Submit a resume or list on the application specific detailed experience relevant to the position in years and months
• Submit a current list of at least professional references (previous employers) with valid telephone numbers

Preferred: Knowledge of wastewater treatment systems and processes, especially onsite wastewater treatment. Knowledge and experience with wastewater utilities and public works construction and inspection.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of: the principles of ecology, geology and hydrology; biological, physical and chemical sciences; statistical and analytical methods; word processing, spreadsheet and database management computer software.

Skill in: communicating with individuals and groups with varying technical backgrounds to collect and relay information; listening to and understanding others; prioritizing workloads; using analytical judgment to make decisions; public speaking and providing presentations.

Ability to: learn and apply local, State and federal environmental laws, regulations and standards; learn, apply and uphold agency policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private officials and with the general public; read and interpret topographic and geologic maps; organize, analyze and interpret data to draw conclusions and prepare reports and technical papers; use computers and other tools for data storage and analysis; Relate well to people having various technical and non-technical backgrounds

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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