State of New Hampshire Job Posting

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION / SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT BUREAU

29 HAZEN DRIVE, CONCORD NH 03301

SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

Position #42233

Typical Starting Salary Range is $28.74 - 38.85/hr

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Environmental Services, Waste Management Division, Solid Waste Management Bureau has a full time vacancy for a Solid Waste Management Compliance Specialist.

Summary:

Implements a range of activities, projects and program functions to assess, establish, maintain, and restore compliance at regulated solid waste facilities statewide in support of program goals and objectives.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS : Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with major study in a related environmental science. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience:Five years’ experience required in hazardous waste management, environmental monitoring, hazardous materials handling, occupational safety and health or related field OR five years’ experience in solid waste management, hydrogeology, waste treatment systems or related scientific fields.

License/Certification:Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:Excellent verbal and written communication skills; the ability to understand and properly apply environmental laws, rules, permits, policy and guidance; the ability to quickly organize, review and assess technical and other data and information to make fact-based and well documented conclusions; highly disciplined work habits that allow multiple projects to progress simultaneously and competing priorities to be managed successfully; the ability to read maps, plans, and laboratory data; proficiency in using MS Office software; and the ability to work well with a variety of people in a variety of settings.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT :This supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to this position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on this supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

Responsibilities:

Provides technical assistance and information to solid waste management stakeholders to assure compliance with applicable rules and regulations, and achievement of program goals and objectives.

Inspects and audits regulated solid waste facilities for compliance with applicable rules and regulations, documents and assesses the results, recommends regulatory response actions, implements or coordinates the appropriate response action, assists in enforcement actions as needed, and tracks completion of all related action items.

Reviews facility reports, return-to-compliance plans, operating plans, closure plans, and other information pertaining to regulated solid waste facilities to assure compliance with applicable rules and regulations and to assure that problems are identified and corrected in a timely manner.

Prepares a variety of documents to implement compliance assurance actions and decisions, including but not limited to correspondence, inspection reports, compliance assessments, permits and other regulatory approvals, letters of deficiency, and administrative order worksheets.

Reviews solid waste facility permit, waiver and work plan applications, registrations, and other requests for regulatory approval to assess completeness and compliance with applicable rules and regulations, and processes the submittals following standard operating procedures to recommend, document, and implement the agency’s final decision.

Establishes and maintains meaningful communication with solid waste management stakeholders, including facility owners and operators, industry trade associations and other representatives, concerned citizens, public officials, local, state and federal agencies, consultants, advocacy groups, and others, in order to establish and maintain collaborative and cooperative working relationships and informed decision-making.

Assists in developing and providing a variety of education and outreach opportunities for solid waste management stakeholders, including for example solid waste operator training and other workshops, presentations at conferences, on-site technical demonstrations, and web-based learning and information sharing connections.

Researches best management and industry practices, industry trends, and issues of concern to maintain a good base of knowledge within the program.

Drafts, edits, and updates a variety of program documents and other communication tools, including but not limited to brochures, fact sheets, guidance documents, technical manuals, forms, webpage postings, notices, and press releases, in support of the program’s education/outreach and compliance assurance functions.

Continually seeks to improve practices to add quality and value in support of the Department's mission while identifying and eliminating unnecessary or redundant actions.

Disclaimer Statement : The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

Criminal background and driving record review required.

For further information please contact Emily Jones, Administrator at emily.m.jones@des.nh.gov or at 603-271-6467.

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay

Other Benefits:

Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

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TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964

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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST