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State of Michigan Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11/12 (Groundwater-Grand Rapids WQU) in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11/12 (Groundwater-Grand Rapids WQU)
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Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11/12 (Groundwater-Grand Rapids WQU)
Salary
$24.30 - $44.52 Hourly
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
7601-25-WRD-008
Department
Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)
Opening Date
11/19/2024
Closing Date
12/3/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING (SEIU)
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Description
EQA 9-P11:
This position performs district compliance and enforcement duties in the Water Resources Division's (WRD) Grand Rapids and Cadillac District Offices for the Groundwater Discharge Permits Program (GW Program) for assigned facilities. This position is responsible for compliance oversight requiring professional judgment to assure the laws and regulations pertaining to water pollution in the State of Michigan for which the WRD is responsible for administering are effectively and uniformly applied to protect public health and prevent pollution of waters of the state. Responsibilities also include facility inspections and emergency response.
Position Description (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/EQA%20E9-11%20GWGR%20PD%202024.pdf)
EQA 12:
This position serves as the recognized resource for compliance oversight for the Groundwater (GW) Discharge Permits Program in Oceana, Newaygo, and Mecosta counties of the Grand Rapids District Office. This position implements regulatory programs that fulfill the statutory responsibilities of the department to protect human health and prevent unlawful pollution of the surface waters and groundwaters of the state. This position ensures laws and regulations pertaining to water control in the State of Michigan and the programs of the Water Resources Division (WRD) are effectively and uniformly applied to permitted and unpermitted dischargers in an assigned geographic area of the state.
Position Description (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Ground%20water%2012%20PD%20GR.pdf)
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, engineering, environmental studies and sustainability, physical sciences, resource development, or resource management.
OR
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: biochemistry, biology, botany, chemistry, crop and soil science, ecology, engineering, environmental health, environmental science, environmental studies and sustainability, forest management, geology, meteorology, microbiology, physics, remote sensing, resource development, resource management, toxicology, or zoology.
Experience
Environmental Quality Analyst 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Environmental Quality Analyst 10
One year of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 9.
Environmental Quality Analyst P11
Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst including one year equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 10.
Environmental Quality Analyst 12
Three years of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst, including one year equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst P11.
Additional Requirements and Information
ABOUT EGLE :
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.
At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan’s land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan’s residents.
The work location of these positions will be Grand Rapids, MI. However, the selected candidates may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule (combination of remote and in-person). Employees approved for schedules that include remote work must complete that work within Michigan. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. When working remote, employees must use a designated workspace that is safe and professionally appropriate, allows for privacy, minimizes distractions, and includes secure internet access. Details regarding work location and schedule options for this position may be discussed during the interview process.
Please attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcript to your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.
For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.
Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
View the job specification at:CurrentJobSpecification (michigan.gov) (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/E/EnvironmentalQualityAnalyst.pdf?rev=11e564bc5ce947d0885a5fd0279a9cb9)
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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EQALT - Do you possess one of the following: a bachelor's degree or higher in the biological sciences, engineering, environmental studies and sustainability, physical sciences, resource development, or resource management? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR a bachelor's degree or higher in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: biochemistry, biology, botany, chemistry, crop and soil science, ecology, engineering, environmental health, environmental science, environmental studies and sustainability, forest management, geology, meteorology, microbiology, physics, remote sensing, resource development, resource management, toxicology, or zoology? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.
Yes
No
02
QOL - Are you scheduled to receive the required degree by the end of the current or immediately following academic term?
Yes
No
03
If you answered yes to the previous question, please indicate the degree you will obtain and the date you will obtain it. If no, please indicate N/A.
04
EQALT - Please select your level of experience.
None
At least one year of post-degree professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst.
At least two years of post-degree professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst.
At least three years of post-degree professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst.
05
What is your experience level in the field of water quality and/or natural resources?
0 years
1-3 years
3+ years or an advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in a closely related field
06
Do you have experience conducting inspections?
Yes
No
07
If you answered yes, please indicate the type of inspections you have conducted. If no, please indicate N/A.
08
Do you have experience working with environmental regulations?
Yes
No
09
If you answered yes, please describe in what capacity your experience was gained. If no, please indicate N/A.
10
Do you have experience with the Wetlands, Inland Lakes and Streams, and/or Critical Dunes programs?
Yes
No
11
If you answered yes, please describe in what capacity your experience was gained. If no, please indicate N/A.
12
Did you include your resume, cover letter, and official transcripts with your application? (Failure to do so may result in being screened from the selection process.)
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
State of Michigan
Department
Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)
Address
525 West Allegan Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
517-284-5014
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/careers
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