Safety Compliance Specialist 1

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Job Title: Safety Compliance Specialist 1Agency: Department of Natural Resources Job Requisition ID: JR0000007905Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America)Compensation Details: $41,600 Job Description: Under supervision, learns to perform inspections for compliance with policy, procedures, state and federal regulations and standards to ensure environmental health, safety, and/or compliance. This position is located in the Georgia Environmental Protection Division - Watershed Protection Branch - Agricultural Water Withdrawal Program - Agricultural Metering Unit in Tifton or Dawson, Georgia. As a Environmental Compliance Specialist I-III this position will work with the Agricultural Metering Program and will be responsible for performing field related duties for metering such as flow meter approvals, new meter install assessments, repair and replace assessments, performing qaqc, and gathering wetted acreage data. This position will utilize maps and GPS tools to locate and identify wells, surface water pumps, and flow meters. This position requires strong people skills and a good understanding of agricultural water use. This position will interact extensively with farmers, property owners, University of Georgia Extension agents, and other agricultural stakeholders. This position will provide timely and accurate documentation of field work and inspection results. This position will identify compliance issues related to agricultural meter installation, develop Notices of Violation, track compliance issues and resolutions and provide technical assistance with stakeholders. This position will be responsible for assisting at our meter warehouse with meter deliveries and meter orders for field contractors. This position requires performing inside office work and outside field work.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• A undergraduate degree in Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Engineering (Agricultural, Chemical, Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or Sanitary) or related field from an accredited college or university. -Knowledge or experience with interpretting and applying state regulations.

• Experience with agricultural water use, metering, and irrigation.

• Demonstrated ability to work with farmers and other stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of job-related experience.--Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.--Note: Some positions may require certification and/or licensure. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.