Senior Environmental Investigator - Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal • Arlington, TX

2d • Remote

About The Position

Performs Petroleum Storage Tank ( PST ) and/or Public Water System ( PWS ) investigations to evaluate environmental impact and determine compliance with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ( TCEQ ) rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in natural or physical science, engineering, environmental studies, environmental law, criminal justice, or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in data analysis, environmental quality management, public utilities, business administration, or a related field; or six (6) years of an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Must have own transportation and steel toe shoes to perform job duties.

Nice To Haves

• Three (3) years of experience performing PST or PWS investigations.
• One (1)year experience communicating with TCEQ about enforcement actions or testifying in hearings.
• One (1) year experience training or mentoring entry-level investigators.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and leads technical inspections, including research, notifications, surveys, record reviews, and follow-up activities, using expert knowledge of 30 TAC Chapters 334 or 290 to determine PST or PWS facility compliance.
• Conducts thorough documentation of investigative activities and findings, ensuring accurate preparation and retention of investigation reports and records.
• Effectively communicates investigation results with facilities, UTA and TCEQ staff and management, and other affiliated parties through email, telephone, and written communication; serves as an expert witness at TCEQ hearings.
• Conducts quality reviews of investigation records; approves investigations, assigns workload and special projects, and supports the Team Lead by participating in meetings and evaluating work products.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level