Environmental Specialist Job Phoenix area,Arizona USA,Government

Position: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

ATTORNEY GENERAL (DEPT OF LAW)
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST

Job location:

2005 N Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004.

Posting Details

Salary: $60,000-$76,000. Grade: 21. Closing Date:
Open Until Filled.

Job Summary

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office Environmental Protection Unit is seeking an Environmental Specialist to assist with civil investigations relating to environmental issues across Arizona. The employee will support attorneys by investigating environmental complaints, conducting interviews with interested parties, and reviewing technical documents. This role requires an objective, analytical investigator who can balance technical rules with public communication and litigation workflows. The ideal candidate has experience in environmental science and possesses an understanding of environmental policy, exceptional problem‑solving skills, and a commitment to ecological stewardship.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely two days a week, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Responsibilities

Use investigative tools to aid attorneys with civil environmental investigations.

Interpret and apply federal, state, and local environmental laws to ongoing business operations.

Conduct interviews of witnesses in civil environmental investigations.

Evaluate engineering plans, technical designs, and applications for state‑issued environmental permits.

Investigate public reports of water contamination, air pollution, and other potential environmental hazards.

Prepare clear, concise, grammatically correct, and detailed written reports to document aspects of the investigation.

Compile and analyze evidence from witnesses, corporations, and municipalities in preparation for an administrative hearing or civil lawsuit.

Communicate regularly and effectively with attorneys and provide testimony as needed in administrative and civil court hearings.

Provide support to other AGO employees and perform administrative tasks related to investigations.

Be safety conscious and use proper work methods by following standard agency policies and procedures.

Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.

Job Duties

Collect information about potential polluters and other entities engaged in conduct that may harm the environment. Obtain and analyze information from witnesses, citizens, corporations, and other government agencies in preparation for administrative hearings and civil lawsuits. Conduct interviews of witnesses in civil environmental investigations. Prepare detailed reports of findings and evidence. Investigate complaints from the public as requested by supervisor and assistant attorneys general and share results with Unit staff or as requested with the complainant.
Confer with supervisor, assistant attorneys general, and other AG staff to discuss findings and recommendations. Attend meetings with case attorneys to plan case strategy.
Assist in the development of court filings and related documents.
Testify in court, administrative hearings, and depositions.
Perform administrative tasks such as attend staff meetings; complete timecards and status reports; scan and copy documents; and assist with training.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

A general understanding of Arizona statutory authority and strategies and techniques for conducting investigations. Knowledge of Arizona and federal environmental laws, environmental regulation, and environmental science. Knowledge of administrative and civil litigation. Knowledge of techniques for conducting interviews and preparing reports. Knowledge of asset tracing techniques. Knowledge of computer programs, terminology and programming related to environmental enforcement actions. Knowledge of federal policies like the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, and NEPA.

Knowledge of agency policies and procedures. Skills in communicating effectively with people of various backgrounds. Basic interview skills. Skills working with other team members including attorneys, environmental scientists, experts, and administrative staff. Skills interpreting and applying complex state and federal laws in environmental…