Environmental Specialist
Listed on 2026-02-18
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Government
Environmental/ Urban Planning -
Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Environmental Compliance, Environmental/ Urban Planning
Organization
Agency Contact Name and Information :
Erika Carleski
Feb 24, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
Work LocationLazarus Government Center Box 1049 Columbus
Primary LocationUnited States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation : $30.55 - $44.74
ScheduleFull-time
Union : OCSEA
Primary Job SkillTechnical Skills :
Engineering, Environmental Services, Equipment Operations, Planning and Development, Public Relations, Training, Facilities Maintenance & Inspection
What We Need:
Ohio EPA Environmental Specialist 2
What We Do:
At the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, our primary goal is to protect the environment and public health. We do this by ensuring compliance with federal and state environmental laws.
Job DescriptionWhat We Need YOU To Do:
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency wants you to be our newest environmental specialist in the Division of Air Pollution Control (DAPC), working at our Central Office in downtown Columbus, Ohio.
Oh, hey. We thought we might see you here.
We are looking for a focused, determined, goal‑oriented person to help our DAPC team in Columbus!
As an environmental specialist, you will review state permits to operate prepared by Ohio EPA district offices and local air agencies to determine if permits contain adequate terms and conditions establishing compliance with state and federal air pollution control regulations. You will review permit to install recommendations and Title V and Title IV permits - and make recommendations on whether to issue permits.
You will perform field inspections to gather information necessary to assist in permit preparation and emissions factor development specific to the asphalt industry and applicable sulfur dioxide emissions limitations. You will prepare permits using STARS and variances of other software.
You are going to participate as a technical advisor to district and local air agencies, regulated entities, and state agencies on federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines involving sulfur dioxide and acid rain related issues. Along with this, you will assist in the preparation of official agency comments regarding proposed modifications of such programs.
You will provide technical assistance to engineers, scientists, government and legislative officials, the public and regulated community regarding laws, regulation policies, and air permit requirements - and participate in meetings, conferences, and training courses. You are also going to assist and make recommendations for actions in the resolution of permit appeals, participating in meetings and providing testimony (if necessary) in court or hearings.
Responsibilities- Review state permits to operate prepared by Ohio EPA district offices.
- Review permit to install recommendations and Title V/Title IV permits.
- Perform field inspections to assist in permit preparation.
- Participate as technical advisor to district and local air agencies for state/federal laws.
- Assist engineers, scientists, government officials, and public.
- Assist in resolution of permit appeals.
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Why Work for the State of OhioAt the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
* Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications- 12 mos. exp. as Environmental Specialist 1, 85861.
- OR 4 yrs. trg. or 4 yrs. exp. in position involving engineering or chemistry,…
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