Environmental Quality Analyst -P11​/Onsite Wastewater Management Unit

Environmental Quality Analyst

This position has primary Onsite Wastewater Management Unit (OWMU) responsibility within an assigned geographical area of the state to provide technical assistance, consultation, plan review assistance, and program training for local health department (LHD) staff, consultants, developers, state and local officials, and the general public regarding the onsite wastewater programs (OWP), land divisions, subdivisions, condominiums, and commercial developments of less than 10,000 gallons per day, as these issues relate to the Land Division Act, Michigan Criteria for Subsurface Sewage Disposal (MCSSD), and related administrative rules.

This position performs scheduled accreditation evaluations and self-assessment reviews of LHDs' administration of OWPs that are funded under the Essential Local Public Health Services contract. This position assists with site evaluations, in cooperation with LHDs and developers or consultants, to determine the suitability of the site for onsite wastewater treatment system installations and/or onsite water supply system installations. The work location of this position will be either the Grand Rapids, Cadillac, or Gaylord District Office, OR Lansing Central Office, depending on the selected candidate.

However, the selected candidate may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule (combination of remote and in-person) or a fully remote work schedule (with occasional travel to their official work location). Employees approved for schedules that include remote work must complete that work within Michigan. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. When working remote, employees must use a designated workspace that is safe and professionally appropriate, allows for privacy, minimizes distractions, and includes secure internet access.

Details regarding work location and schedule options for this position may be discussed during the interview process.

Education:

Possession of a bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, engineering, physical sciences, resource development, or resource management. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: biochemistry, biology, botany, chemistry, crop and soil science, engineering, environmental health, environmental science, forest management, geology, ecology, meteorology, microbiology, physics, remote sensing, resource development, resource management, toxicology, or zoology.

Experience:

Environmental Quality Analyst 9:
No specific type or amount is required. Environmental Quality Analyst 10:
One year of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst
9. Environmental Quality Analyst P11:
Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst including one year equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 10. Environmental Quality Analyst 12:
Three years of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst, including one year equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst P11.

The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources. The State of Michigan offers a competitive benefits package for all career employees that include medical, dental and vision coverage, along with paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, retirement and much more. Click the following link to learn more.

State of Michigan – Employee Benefits Please attach a cover letter, resume and your official college transcripts to your application.

NOTE:

Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions.

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