Environmental Program Assistant​/Analyst

We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge, and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values:
Stewardship, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect, and Innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment, and we are committed to serving its citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

This position will be located at the Lewis and Clark State Office Building, 1101 Riverside Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65101.

Salary range:
The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed the salary range listed above.

• Evaluate the severity of environmental problems and determine if the Missouri Clean Water Law and its implementing regulations have been violated.
• Perform comprehensive study of file materials which include incident and inspection reports, permits, sample analysis, notices of violation, correspondence, previous enforcement documents, photographs, and maps.
• Draft legally binding orders, settlement agreements, and other administrative legal instruments to abate and resolve violations of Missouri Clean Water Law under the general direction of Department legal counsel.
• Coordinate with other state and federal agencies (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, regional offices, other programs and sections, Department of Conservation, Department of Health and Senior Services, local agencies and municipalities, industry, private facilities, etc.) to support and advance enforcement actions.
• Coordinate and lead settlement negotiations with responsible parties regarding schedules of compliance, administrative penalties, and recovery of natural resource damages.
• Evaluate the severity of environmental concerns and determine if Missouri Clean Water Law and its implementing regulations have been violated and evaluate if available evidence supports enforcement action.
• Prepare documents to obtain the appropriate approval to refer cases to the Attorney General and coordinate enforcement efforts with the Assistant Attorney General.
• Assure case information is updated in the Missouri Clean Water Information System database.
• Provide technical assistance to the public, other agencies, and political organizations through verbal and written correspondence.
• Take on special projects and contribute to committees that may include team members from the Department or other state or federal agencies.

• Written Communication:
  Clear, concise, organized, and convincing writing for the intended audience.
• Adaptability:
  Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
• Oral Communication:
  Expresses information effectively, considers the audience and nature of information, and makes clear oral presentations.
• Reading Comprehension:
  Understands and interprets written material, including technical material and regulations, and applies knowledge to specific situations.

• A bachelor’s degree and 0–4 year of relevant experience.
• Preferred degree programs:
  Environmental Law, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science or Technology, Chemistry, Biology, Physical Science, Geology, Forestry, Soil Science, Ecology, Wildlife Management, Agriculture, Animal Science, Natural Resource Management, Soil Conservation, or any scientific field.

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis for denying consideration to any applicant.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance
• Flexible 40‑hour work week promoting mental and physical health

• Exceptional professional development: mentoring, cross‑media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings, tuition assistance.
• Support for professional registrations when required, including paid study materials, fees, study time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Administrative

• Government Administration

Crystal Rein, Reporting and Special Projects Unit Chief - (573) 526‑1582 or crystal.rein.gov

Aarick Roberto, Recruiter - dnr.recruiter.gov