Environmental Inspector-In-Training - Environmental Protection - Marion

Environmental Inspector in Training

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Water and Waste Management, Office of Environmental Enforcement;
Water and Waste Group.

Designated region:
Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Ritchie, Wirt counties.

Office location: 1000 Technology Drive, Suite 3220, Fairmont, WV 26554.

This position is classified exempt; therefore, it does not fall under the classified service.

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.  for more information on benefits.

• Makes regular inspections of sites and facilities to determine compliance with laws, rules, regulations, and permit conditions.
• Investigates complaints related to suspected environmental harm from regulated or non‑regulated sources.
• Initiates criminal prosecution, utilizes administrative procedures, or takes other legal action to enforce compliance with established regulations.
• Responsible for initiating and following up on enforcement actions and collecting soil, water, waste, and effluent samples for laboratory analysis.
• Responds to emergency situations, such as spills, truck wrecks, and hazardous substance discharges, in accordance with procedures. May be subject to emergency response, on‑call duty, and temporary assignment to different geographical areas of the state as necessitated by environmental conditions and/or agency needs.
• Submits written and electronic inspection reports and other required data.
• May be required to attend public meetings and provide technical assistance to program staff.
• May perform other related duties as assigned regarding water pollution control and solid waste management.

• The selected employee must reside within a reasonable driving distance of the office.
• Must be eligible to obtain a motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally.
• Must be able to walk long distances in adverse weather over rugged terrain and lift and carry equipment for considerable distances.
• Must take and pass a 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 the annual examination may result in reassignment of duties.
• This position has responsibilities across multiple counties, which may require significant overnight travel.

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 hazardous waste management and solid waste management, must take and pass a 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.

Note:

Personnel engaged in activities associated with hazardous wastes risk exposure to situations or chemicals that may cause illness or injury if proper procedures are not followed.

• Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation
• Environmental Compliance Monitoring
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Surface Mining Reclamation
• Solid Waste Management
• Water Pollution Control
• Air Quality

Note:

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