Environmental Programs Specialist - #1409307

This position is located in the Land Protection Division - Radiation Management Section in Oklahoma City.

All applicants must be able to pass a background check and must be able to legally work within the United States. DEQ does not allow sponsorship for those on a H-1B visa.

Application Requirements

All applicants must upload a resume and transcript to be considered for this position.

Basic Purpose

This position will perform technical and regulatory tasks associated with the Radiation Management Section within the Land Protection Division. The position will conduct inspections and site visits to industrial and medical facilities. On infrequent occasions, it will involve responding to accident or incident sites. It will include exposure to radiation, and at times involve exposure to other industrial hazards. Exposures will be within federal and state safety guidelines, and if hired the applicant will receive training in dealing safely with these hazards.

Typical Functions

• Writing licenses for use of radioactive material.
• Conducting inspections of radiation-using facilities in the state.
• Identify areas of noncompliance and write inspection reports, letters, and NOVs as necessary.
• Reviewing written submissions by facilities that describe procedures and safeguards, evaluating them for compliance with regulations and guidance, explaining deficiencies to the applicant orally or in writing, and issuing a license in the approved format.
• Respond to complaints and emergencies. This involves investigating a problem, identifying hazards or noncompliance, and using tact and diplomacy to convince the responsible party to correct the situation if necessary.
• Interpreting complex technical documents, guidance, and regulations.
• Provide customer service and technical assistance to internal and external customers.
• Willingness to work in areas of exposure to industrial hazards, especially radiation.
• Ability to work in a diverse team and get along with coworkers and regulated community.
• Participate in public outreach/training events.
• Participate in routine meetings.
  
  

Travel Requirements

Employee must have a valid driver’s license and will be required to travel throughout the state as well as out-of-state. Travel, including air travel, is necessary to perform assigned tasks and to attend designated trainings. Travel may be for a few hours to several days, including overnight stays. State vehicles are available, and their use is preferred, but there may be occasions state vehicles are unavailable and it will be necessary for the employee to use their personal vehicle. Most travel will be at the expense of the employee with subsequent Agency reimbursement.

Education And Experience

Level I - bachelor’s degree with at least 24 semester hours in a physical, natural, or biological science, chemistry, geology, hydrology, physical geography, epidemiology, environmental science, environmental health or civil, agricultural, environmental, geological or chemical engineering.

Level II - those identified in level I plus one (1) year of professional experience in one of the areas listed; or a master’s degree in a qualifying area.

Level III - those identified in level I plus three (3) years of professional experience in one of the areas listed; or a master’s degree plus two (2) years of professional experience in one of the areas listed.

Level IV- those identified in level I plus four (4) years of professional experience in one of the areas listed; or a master’s degree in a qualifying area three (3) years of professional experience in one of the areas listed.

To be considered for this position applicants must be within 60 days of obtaining their degree.

Physical Requirements

Employee will be required to perform field work including but not limited to conducting site inspections and performing oversight activities. Employee must be able to walk up to a mile in difficult terrain, carrying up to 25 pounds of equipment. Situations may include, but are not limited to, climbing up/down creek/riverbanks, structures, ladders, etc. in all kinds of weather.

Employee must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include Tyvek suits, air purifying respirator, or self-contained breathing apparatus/supplied-air respirator. As a result, this position will require participation in medical monitoring during the first year and annually thereafter, or as determined by a provider. Medical monitoring will entail a medical exam to determine if employee is fit to wear PPE and may include blood work, x-ray, audiometric and other medical tests at the expense of DEQ. If during the probationary period, it is determined employee is unable to wear PPE, employment may be terminated.

Special Requirements

This job requires inspections and visits to industrial/medical facilities. Occasionally, it may involve responding to accident or incident sites. It will include exposure to radiation, and at times involve exposure to other industrial hazards. Exposures will be within federal and state safety guidelines, and if hired the applicant will receive training in dealing safely with these hazards.

Benefits

• Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually.
• A comprehensive Benefit Package with a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
  
  

Not all applicants will receive an interview. If you are selected to be interviewed, you will be notified by email.