TCEQ - Natural Resources Specialist II

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=107175andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionAre you an experienced Natural Resources Specialist, ready for a unique opportunity to grow with an environmental state agency? Join TCEQ! We bring passion and drive to carry out our mission of protecting our state's public health and natural resources. Note: To determine qualifications, TCEQ job postings require fully completed applications with a detailed job history. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. See below for more details. YOUR FUTURE TEAMAs part of TCEQ Compliance and Enforcement, you would help ensure that those we regulate comply with the state's environmental laws. See details about what we do.This position is a member of our Program Support and Environmental Assistance Division (PSEAD). HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL BE DOINGCoordinate the implementation and oversight of water program activities with the central office and regional offices. Provide technical support and advice to central office, regional staff, regulated entities, and general public in the development or implementation of regulatory processes, guidance documents, and activity reports.Provide routine technical or administrative assistance and outreach or data requests to Agency staff, the public, and the regulated community regarding the Landscape Irrigation Program (LIP) as well as the application of appropriate regulations. Contribute to the preparation of informational material and make presentations at designated events.Function as an expert in a specific program or regulation (Landscape Irrigation). Assist with revising rules and guidelines for the assigned programs; assist with the development of program technical rules and guidelines.Participate in the planning and implementation of Irrigator Advisory Council (IAC) activities. KEY QUALIFICATIONSExperience preparing technical papers (such as investigation reports and/or research papers). Experience providing outreach to the general public, regulated community, media, and/or other government entities concerning policy and/or technical issues. Experience managing projects involving various areas or multiple customers. Experience in coordinating projects related to the development and implementation of regulatory processes, data collection, and/or improving management and/or technical techniques. REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCEA bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in a natural or physical science, engineering, environmental studies, or related field. One year of full-time experience in the field of environmental activities may be substituted for each year (30 semester hours) of the required education. Employees in this classification series may research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure, including but not limited to a communication infrastructure system, cybersecurity system, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment system, or water treatment facility. See Tex. Business and Commerce Code Section 117.001(2). Accordingly, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a requirement to be hired for and to continue to be employed with TCEQ. How to Apply:To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or in the CAPPS Recruit (TAM).Applications must be fully completed with a job history, including job title, employment dates (mo./yr.), full-time or part-time and hours per week, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and detailed description of duties performed. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.We strongly encoura e all candidates to apply in the CAPPS Online Application system. TRANSCRIPT/ COLLEGE HOURS or COURSE WORK: See instructions on how to attach documents. A copy of your official college transcript or evaluation of foreign credentials in CAPPS is required if needed to meet the qualifications listed above. Work ScheduleStandard business hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Individual and work group schedule determined by the Program Support and Environmental Assistance Division (PSEAD). BENEFITSOptional 401(k) and 457 plansInsurance: Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSAPaid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observesProfessional development opportunitiesLongevity pay based on your number of years working for the stateWellness Program and ActivitiesOnsite Nurse Practitioner in HQWork-Life Balance CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTTCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered employment.In compliance with ADA, if you need accommodation during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102. MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY (MOS) CODESMilitary Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes can be found at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/. Please click the hyperlink under 'Occupational Category' for the respective Class Title. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.