Compliance Specialist, Government

Introduction

The Wisconsin DNR is dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. In partnership with individuals and organizations, DNR staff manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.

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Compliance Specialist

Primary responsibility is for enforcing state water pollution control laws; responding to complaints and emergencies related to permitted facilities; preparing wastewater discharge permits; and inspecting and providing compliance assistance to municipalities and industries in the management of their wastewater collection and treatment facilities. Regulated wastewater facilities include major and minor municipal, as well as complex industrial systems.

The entry level position performs under close supervision.

The senior level position performs under general supervision.

Starting pay is between $30.00 to $35.00 per hour (or $62,400 to $72,800 annually), for the Entry level.

Starting pay is between $32.00 to $37.00 per hour (or $66,560 to $76,960 annually), for the Senior level.

These positions are included in the classification Wastewater Specialist within Pay Schedule/Ranges 15-04 for Entry
, and 15-03 for Senior
.

• Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap.
• Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $34/month for single and $83/month for family coverage).
• Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more).
• A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.
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Background Checks
:
The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Eligibility to work in United States
:
The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9 upon hire.

Probation
: A 12-month probationary period may be required.

Reference Check
:
References are not required at the time of application but will be required upon successful completion of the interview process.

Physical/ Environmental Factors
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This position will spend a majority of time talking, listening, seeing, handling, fingering, sitting and walking. This position will also spend time standing, carrying, lifting, reaching, climbing, bending at the waist, kneeling and crouching. Activities of this position occur primarily inside. There may be situations involving sufficient noise to cause the employee to shout to be heard. There may be exposure to hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts and/or conditions that affect the respiratory system or skin, such as fumes or odors that could result in bodily injury.

Travel
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The position’s primary geographic scope will be Northeast and/or Northern Region. Routine travel within the assigned geographic area is expected along with occasional overnight travel for wastewater program assistance to other regions, meetings and training.

Please make sure to describe and provide detailed examples within your resume and/or letter of qualifications for EACH of the following qualifications you meet.

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