TCEQ - Environmental Investigator II

Job Description

Are you an experienced Environmental Investigator, 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.

As part of TCEQ Compliance and Enforcement, you will help ensure that those we regulate comply with the state's environmental laws.

This position is a member of our Corpus Christi regional staff.

• Perform routine technical work in the field of air, water, or waste pollution for the Corpus Christi Regional Office of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
• Conduct technical inspections, surveys, and follow‑up investigations; prepare reports documenting field activities and observed conditions.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and prepare technical papers regarding studies involving environmental subjects.
• Provide technical assistance to the public, regulated community, and other interested groups regarding the application of appropriate regulations.
• Assist with collecting and analyzing environmental samples.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a natural or physical science, engineering, or environmental studies field.
• Four years of full‑time experience in environmental activities directly related to the work described above.
• Knowledge of maintaining the security or integrity of critical infrastructure such as communication, cybersecurity, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment, or water treatment facilities. This is a hiring requirement.

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.

Standard business hours:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

This position requires 50% travel and otherwise full‑time office work at the TCEQ Corpus Christi Regional Office.

• Optional 401(k) and 457 plans
• Insurance:
  Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSA
• Paid days off from work on national holidays and state observances
• Professional development opportunities
• Longevity pay based on years with the state
• Wellness program and activities
• Onsite nurse practitioner in HQ
• Work‑life balance

TCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search and driving history (if required) for candidates offered employment.

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Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.