Description
Under general supervision, coordinate, facilitate and provide the delivery of proactive environmental assistance to the regulated community and the public.
The assistance activities include, but are not limited to, the following: small community assistance, pollution prevention assistance, assistance to any business or industry that is subject to Department regulations, assistance to the public and assistance to those involved with releases into the environment.
This involves coordination with numerous entities including, but not limited to: federal agencies, other state agencies, local governments, trade associations, the public and non-governmental organizations.
Examples of Work
• Lead agency efforts to proactively provide environmental assistance to Nebraska businesses, regulated community and the public.
• Design and develop assistance for small communities, business and the public related to pollution prevention, energy conservation and waste reduction in addition to assistance with permit compliance.
• Coordinate and/or conduct compliance assistance/permit assistance visits to business/industry and the regulated community. Provide onsite regulatory training as requested.
• Organize and support the activities of internal and external state agency teams collaborating to provide environmental permitting information to business interests.
• Attend and make presentations at various meetings and conferences to explain NDEE assistance programs.
• Coordinate and support environmental partnership efforts with local, state, federal and private organizations.
• Coordinate agency environmental assistance outreach training opportunities to the regulated community and public. Provide marketing and technical support for online training planned.
• Develop educational and informational materials; maintain and update assistance website content.
• Prepare guidance documents, news items and reports.
• Provide support to the Nebraska Small Business Compliance Assistance Panel activities.
• Research technical and programmatic questions from teammates, the regulated community and the public to provide accurate information on matters related to environmental and public health requirements.
• Complete special duties/projects as directed.
Qualifications / Requirements
REQUIREMENTS: 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 on a year-for-year basis.
OTHER: Valid driver’s license or the ability to provide independent transportation; Ability to lift 30 pounds; Ability to climb a 10 ft ladder; Ability to climb, bend, stoop; Ability to work in outdoor temperature extremes; Ability to walk on uneven terrains and steep slopes to accomplish tasks
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: local, state and federal environmental laws, regulations, and standards; biological, physical and chemical sciences as they apply to ecosystems and facilities; best management practices as they effect environmental quality.
Skill in: Building teams; interpersonal communication; communicating ideas and requirements to a variety of customers; proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel and conducting virtual meetings.
Ability to: present agency policy and procedures; prepare complex technical papers and reports; work independently and use the abilities of others to achieve objectives; use computers and other tools for data storage and analysis. Must be able to pursue projects in various department programs and manage changing priorities.
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.
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Do you have a 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 AND two years of professional experience in a related field?
- a. Yes
- b. No
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Will you receive your Bachelors in the next 60 days?
- a. Yes
- b. No
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Please list degree(s).
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Please list in detail your relevant work experience/coursework and the number of years and months.
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Do you have a valid driver’s license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation for yourself?
- a. Yes
- b. No
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Are you willing and able to travel overnight?
- a. Yes
- b. No
07
Are you willing and able to lift 30 pounds?
- a. Yes
- b. No
08
Are you willing and able to climb a 10 foot ladder?
- a. Yes
- b. No
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Are you willing and able to climb, bend and stoop?
- a. Yes
- b. No
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Are you willing and able to work in outdoor temperature extremes?
- a. Yes
- b. No
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Are you willing and able to walk on uneven terrains and steep slopes to accomplish tasks?
- a. Yes
- b. No
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Are you willing and able to maintain regular and reliable attendance?
- a. Yes
- b. No
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Please explain in detail your work experience with Environmental Management Systems, include the number of years of experience.
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Please explain in detail your experience in technical writing and resources planning, include the number of years of experience?
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Please explain in detail your work experience conducting public presentations, and virtual meetings/webinars using WebEx.
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Please explain in detail your work experience coordinating/leading teams, include the number of years of experience.
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Please explain in detail your experience in reviewing and implementing city, state, and/or federal regulations.
Required Question
Agency
Nebraska State Government
Address
1526 K Street, Suite 100
Lincoln, Nebraska, 68508
Website
http://statejobs.nebraska.gov