Environmental Inspector-In-Training - Environmental Protection - Logan Co.

Environmental Inspector-in-Training

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection

Division of Mining and Reclamation; Inspection and Enforcement

Designated region : Boone, Kanawha, Lincoln, Wayne, and Wyoming

Office location : 1101 George Kostas Drive, Logan, WV 25601

This position is classified exempt; therefore, is available to any applicant who meets the minimum requirements and / or special requirements or areas of assignment.

We welcome you to join our team where we value work / life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.

If you want to be a part of this innovative team, apply today.

Employee will be assigned to the Division of Mining and Reclamation, Inspection and Enforcement section.

Duties Include :

• Performs technical and field inspections of regulated sites to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and permit conditions in Boone, Kanawha, Lincoln, Wyoming, and Wayne counties (subject to change without notice).
• Has the authority to issue notices of violations and cessation orders, initiate civil or administrative proceedings, and pursue criminal prosecution according to established procedures.
• Conducts complaint investigations related to the position.
• Requires travel and outdoor work in varying weather conditions, including walking over rugged terrain.
• May be subject to emergency response, on-call duties, and temporary assignments in different geographic areas as needed.
• Timely submission of documents and required paperwork is essential.
• Must participate in quarterly helicopter over-flights of assigned areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications :

Notes :

Training :

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in natural or applied science, engineering, or occupational safety and health.

Substitution :

Full-time or equivalent part-time paid inspection, technical, or professional employment in one of the areas of assignment may substitute for the required training on a year-to-year-basis.

Special Requirements :

Must possess a valid driver's license. For work in the areas of hazardous waste management and solid waste management, must take and pass physical examination within the first six months of employment and submit to annual follow-up examinations. Failure to pass the initial examination will result in termination of employment. Failure to pass a subsequent examination may result in reassignment.

Areas of Assignment :

DEP's maximum hiring salary for the Environmental Inspector-in-Training title is $45,500 due to title / salary progression opportunities after being hired.

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