Environmental Specialist II (Dallas Water Utilities - Civil Service)

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The Environmental Specialist II inspects, investigates, evaluates, and determines City compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and standards. Performs regular inspections, manages spills, participates with training, and performs reporting and coordination for the Environmental Compliance Committee.

• Must pass background investigation.

• No Felony convictions.

• Cannot currently be on deferred adjudication for any Felony, Class A or Class B Misdemeanor.

• Availability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Subject to twenty-four (24) hour call-out.

• Working conditions include potential exposure to bio-hazardous material(s), hazardous chemicals, inclement weather, and confined spaces.

• High School or GED.

• Three (3) years of hands-on experience in performing environmental inspections, handling hazardous materials, performing chemical analysis in waste management, spill response or soil/water/air/groundwater sample collection for environmental compliance. 

• An associate degree in chemistry, engineering, environmental or physical sciences and one (1) year of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

• A bachelor's degree (or higher) in chemistry, environmental, or life sciences field will meet the education and experience requirements.

• Valid driver's license and good driving record.

• A forty (40)-hour HAZWOPER certification must be obtained within the probationary period for all spill response divisions.

• For Stormwater Neighborhood division, a Certified Environmental Storm Water Compliance Professional (CESCP) certification and a Boater Certificate must be obtained within the probationary period

• For Water Quality division, Class D Water license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is required and a Boater Certificate must be obtained within the probationary period.

• OSHA 30-hour Safety Certification is preferred.

• Certified Inspector of Sediments and Erosion Control (CISEC) and Qualified Inspector of Stormwater (QCIS) certifications are preferred.

• Experience with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) is preferred.

• Experience with inspecting storm sewer/drainage structures (e.g., MS4, outfalls, storm sewer pipe, inlets, wing walls, culverts, junctions, etc.) may be preferred.

Salary Range

 

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.