Environmental Compliance Specialist I

Essential Utilities•Des Plaines, IL

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist I in Glenview, IL. This role supports Aqua's compliance functions by performing administrative tasks in accordance with compliance initiatives and regulatory requirements. The company is committed to delivering safe, clean, and reliable water and wastewater services, promoting sustainable growth, and being a premier employer with competitive benefits and career growth opportunities. They are also dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting over 7,600 acres of forests and habitats.

Requirements

BA/BS Degree required (Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences degree preferred)
2-4 years related water/wastewater operations or compliance related experience preferred
Experience working with databases and computerized maintenance management systems preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Excellent written and verbal communications skills; communicate effectively (clearly, concisely and professionally) with internal customers
Strong customer service skills
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment.

Responsibilities

Schedule sampling for all systems at the appropriate times and assist operators and managers with sampling issues.
Record and monitor test results on Excel spreadsheets or appropriate databases.
Contact the state to correct any discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with sampling requirements by reviewing chain of custody forms, checking sample codes, and working with labs to ensure complete and accurate paperwork for each sample and track sample results.
Ensure that all monthly and quarterly samples are collected.
Review test results for compliance.
Report any exceeding amounts to the responsible departments (internal managers).
Draft compliance reports and compile data for reports.
Organize and track compliance work for inclusion in reports, including field data.
Issue work orders and schedules for additional compliance work.
Plot and graph data, and track compliance.
Review inspection reports and regulatory correspondence.
Share information with others electronically and draft response letters.
Issue work orders for compliance repairs.
Meet with operators and managers to discuss inspection reports.
Work with engineers and managers to draft responses.
Prepare and maintain sampling plan including monthly bacteriological, lead and copper, disinfection by-products, and others for all systems and update sample sites as needed.
Ensure all samples are collected and review data.
Collect flow and pumping data from groundwater wells to ensure compliance with all applicable permits.
Communicate urgent information to supervisors and operators and customers regarding water quality inquiries.
Serve in an advisory/training capacity towards plant staff on sampling and proper test procedures to ensure compliance.
Review inspection reports and regulatory correspondence, meeting with operators and managers as needed to gather details and discuss results.
Partner with engineers and management to draft responses.
Coordinate and oversee environmental programs including water and wastewater sampling programs at assigned states.
Other duties as assigned.