Senior Natural Resources Specialist - Austin, TX

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal • Arlington, TX

12d • $50,000 - $53,448 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Natural Resources Specialist reviews and processes Public Water System ( PWS ) information, applications, documentation, and data submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ( TCEQ ) regarding Ground Water, Revised Total Coliform, Chemical, Surface Water and Public Notice (PN) rules. This is located in Austin, Texas. The annual salary for this position ranges from $50,000-$53,448. The final offer will be based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., natural science, engineering, environmental studies) from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of related experience (e.g., data analysis, environmental quality management, public utilities, business administration, or related field); or six (6) years of an equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with databases and reviewing technical documents
• Paralegal experience

Responsibilities

• Performs routine reviews of information, applications, documentation, and data related to submitted by PWSs and laboratories to TCEQ
• Researches information and determines compliance with 30 Texas Administrative Code ( TAC ) Chapter 290.
• Initiates and responds to communications and inquiries; provides assistance and technical information about natural resource and environmental rules and regulations to customers.
• Identifies systems with violations and determines/initiates appropriate follow-up.
• Inputs information into institutional databases; documents research and compliance determinations; follows established protocol for records management.
• Prepares correspondence, reports, standard operating procedures, and other documents; tracks and reports on status of assignments; provides guidance to junior staff, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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