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Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11/12 - Onsite Wastewater Management Unit

State of Michigan

To Be Determined - TBD, MIRemoteFull-time$25.03–45.86/hrTracked 5 days agoVerified open 4 days ago

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Compensation
$25.03–45.86/hr
Location
To Be Determined - TBD, MIRemote
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Environmental Quality Analyst provides technical assistance, consultation, plan review, and program training for onsite wastewater programs, conducts site evaluations, performs accreditation evaluations, develops guidance documents, and represents EGLE at meetings and conferences.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Technical AssistanceConsultationPlan ReviewProgram TrainingSite EvaluationAccreditation EvaluationGuidance Document PreparationKnowledge of Land Division ActKnowledge of MCSSDSoil Classification Using USDA SystemPublic Health Impacts of ContaminantsGrant and Contract Management

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences or Related Field30 Credits in Specified Science CoursesThree Years Professional Experience Equivalent to Environmental Quality Analyst

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401(k) Match

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Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11/12 - Onsite Wastewater Management Unit

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Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11/12 - Onsite Wastewater Management Unit

Salary

$25.03 - $45.86 Hourly

Location

To Be Determined - TBD, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Job Number

7601-26-DWEHD-026

Department

Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)

Opening Date

08/21/2026

Closing Date

9/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING (SEIU)

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Job Description

Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11

This position has primary Onsite Wastewater Management Unit (OWMU) responsibility within an assigned geographical area of the state to provide technical assistance, consultation, plan review assistance, and program training for local health department (LHD) staff, consultants, developers, state and local officials, and the general public regarding the onsite wastewater programs (OWP), land divisions, subdivisions, condominiums, and commercial developments of less than 10,000 gallons per day, as these issues relate to the Land Division Act, Michigan Criteria for Subsurface Sewage Disposal (MCSSD), and related administrative rules. This position performs scheduled accreditation evaluations and self-assessment reviews of LHDs’ administration of OWPs that are funded under the Essential Local Public Health Services contract. This position assists with site evaluations, in cooperation with LHDs and developers or consultants, to determine the suitability of the site for onsite wastewater treatment system installations and/or onsite water supply system installations.

Position Description - EQA 9-P11 (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/EQA%209-P11%20PD%20-%20OWMU.pdf)

Environmental Quality Analyst 12

This position functions as a recognized resource responsible for implementing Onsite Wastewater Program (OWP) responsibilities within an assigned geographical area of the state to provide technical assistance, consultation, plan review assistance, and program training for local health department (LHD) staff, consultants, developers, state and local officials, and the general public regarding the OWP, land divisions, subdivisions, condominiums, and commercial developments of less than 10,000 gallons per day, as these issues relate to the Land Division Act, Michigan Criteria for Subsurface Sewage Disposal (MCSSD), and related administrative rules. This position performs scheduled accreditation evaluations and self-assessment reviews of LHDs’ administration of OWPs funded under the Essential Local Public Health Services contract.

This position actively and independently consults with LHD personnel in cooperation with developers/consultants and onsite wastewater contractors, to determine the suitability of a site for onsite wastewater system installations and/or onsite water supply system installations. This position independently performs and assists in the development and implementation of training sessions for LHDs and consultants. This position ensures that all onsite water supplies and wastewater systems meet the requirements defined under applicable state rules. This position prepares guidance documents and represents the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) at various meetings and conferences.

Position Description -- EQA 12 (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/EQA12%20PD-OWMU\_8-2026.pdf)

The work location of this position will be either the Grand Rapids, Cadillac, or Gaylord District Office, OR Lansing Central Office, depending on the selected candidate. However, the selected candidatemaybe eligible for a hybrid work schedule (combination of remote and in-person)or a fully remote work schedule (with occasional travel to their official work location). Employees approved for schedules that include remote work must complete that work within Michigan.Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. When working remote, employees must use a designated workspace that is safe and professionally appropriate, allows for privacy, minimizes distractions, and includes secure internet access. Details regarding work location and schedule options for this position may be discussed during the interview process.

Required Education and Experience

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, engineering, physical sciences, resource development, or resource management.

OR

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: biochemistry, biology, botany, chemistry, crop and soil science, engineering, environmental health, environmental science, forest management, geology, ecology, meteorology, microbiology, physics, remote sensing, resource development, resource management, toxicology, or zoology.

Experience

Environmental Quality Analyst 9

No specific type or amount is required.

Environmental Quality Analyst 10

One year of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 9.

Environmental Quality Analyst P11

Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst including one year equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 10.

Environmental Quality Analyst 12

Three years of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst, including one year equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst P11.

Additional Requirements and Information

ABOUT EGLE :

The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.

At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan’s land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan’s residents.

The State of Michigan offers a competitive benefits package for all career employees that include medical, dental and vision coverage, along with paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, retirement and much more. Click the following link to learn more.

State of Michigan – Employee Benefits

Please attach a cover letter, resume and your official college transcripts to your application. NOTE: Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

View the job specification at:http://www.michigan.gov/documents/EnvironmentalQualityAnalyst\_12615\_7.pdf

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

Updated: 2/28/24

01

EQALT - Do you possess one of the following: a bachelor's degree or higher in the biological sciences, engineering, physical sciences, resource development, or resource management? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR a bachelor's degree or higher in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: biochemistry, biology, botany, chemistry, crop and soil science, engineering, environmental health, environmental science, forest management, geology, ecology, meteorology, microbiology, physics, remote sensing, resource development, resource management, toxicology, or zoology? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.

  • Yes

  • No

02

EQALT - Please select your level of experience.

  • None

  • At least one year of post-degree professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst.

  • At least two years of post-degree professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst.

  • At least three years of post-degree professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst.

03

Please select your level of experience working in an environmental health program such as drinking water or onsite wastewater.

  • Greater than 5 years of experience

  • 3-5 years of experience

  • 1-3 years of experience

  • 1 or less year of experience

  • No experience

04

Please select the level of knowledge you have of the public health impacts of contaminants in drinking water or sanitary wastewater:

  • Thorough knowledge and understanding

  • Some knowledge

  • Very little knowledge

  • None

05

Please select the level of experience working on grants, contracts, or contract management:

  • Greater than 5 years of experience

  • 3 - 5 years of experience

  • 1 - 3 years of experience

  • 1 or less year of experience

  • No experience

06

Please select the level of knowledge you possess of Michigan’s laws and rules pertaining to sanitary wastewater:

  • Thorough knowledge and understanding

  • Some knowledge

  • Very little knowledge

  • None

07

Are you a Registered Sanitarian (R.S.), Registered Environmental Health Sanitarian (R.E.H.S.) qualified to become a Michigan licensed R.S.?

  • Yes

  • No

08

Do you have work experience conducting soil classification using the United States Department of Agriculture Soil Classification System?

  • Yes

  • No

09

Please select the level of knowledge you possess regarding soil and its role in efficacy of wastewater treatment:

  • Thorough knowledge and understanding

  • Some knowledge

  • Very little knowledge

  • None

10

Did you attach a copy of your resume, cover letter, and official college transcripts to your application? NOTE: Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.

  • Yes

  • No

Required Question

Employer

State of Michigan

Department

Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)

Address

525 West Allegan Street

Lansing, Michigan, 48909

Phone

517-284-5014

Website

https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/careers

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