Engineer - Waste Permits Section
State of Nebraska

Job Info

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The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Environment and Energy - Agency 84

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$30.577

Job Posting:
JR2024-00009884 Engineer - Waste Permits Section (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
10-04-2024

Job Description:
Job Duties
•Under limited supervision, review permit applications for new and revised permits, construction quality assurance reports, and operational plans for solid and hazardous waste facilities,
•Assist with the evaluation of waste tire hauler annual reports and permit renewals.
•Determine compliance with applicable regulations, prepare solid and hazardous waste permit documents with appropriate requirements and conditions to assure compliance with the Nebraska Solid and Hazardous Waste Regulations.
•Work with applicants to obtain appropriate quality and quantity of information needed to prepare permit recommendations.
•Coordinate with other sections within the Agency on the review of groundwater monitoring plans and air pollution control devices at solid waste disposal facilities and hazardous waste cleanup sites.
•Conduct permit renewal evaluations in conjunction with the Waste Compliance Section.
•Assist with and provide input on compliance issues as necessary.
•Confer with and advise the regulated community on technical requirements for solid waste disposal facilities and hazardous waste cleanup sites.
•Give presentations and provide testimony at public hearings in areas of responsibility.
•Assist in the development of guidance documents and SOPs for the disposal of solid and hazardous waste.
•Assist in regulatory planning and development of the permits program.

Are you passionate about preserving, enhancing, and protecting Nebraska's environment? If so, Are you passionate about preserving, enhancing, and protecting Nebraska's environment? Protection of Nebraska's water is more important than ever, and this position will be an integral part of its defense. If you want to work to help our state's water, please consider a career with the State of Nebraska at the Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE). At NDEE, employees have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with maintaining, restoring, and enhancing the quality of Nebraska's air, land, water, and energy resources.

The Agency has a full-time opportunity available for an Engineer in the Waste Permit Section located in Lincoln, Nebraska.

What you will do!
The successful candidate will evaluate permit applications for solid and hazardous facilities and draft corresponding permits, provide outreach and assistance to the regulated community and public, and assist in the development of guidance documents and updates to rules and regulations.

What's in it for you!
The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! The State of Nebraska offers a competitive benefits package, including:
12 days of vacation during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), 12 days of sick leave during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), and 13 paid holidays per year. Permanent Teammate Benefits: • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • WellNebraska Health Plan • Direct Primary Care (DPC) • Mail order Rx (3 month supply) and Specialty Pharmacy program • Virtual Visits and FREE Nurse line 24 hours a day 7 days a week • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement/Investment Plan • Early Retirement Insurance Program (55 and older) • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Health Savings Account • Flexible Spending Accounts • Life and AD&D Insurance • Tuition Assistance* • LinkedIn Learning Access to 16,000+ On-Demand Courses • Direct Deposit of Payroll • Nebraska State Employees Credit Union • Deferred Compensation Plan • Paid Holidays • Vacation, Sick, Civil, and Injury Leave • Military Training or Emergency Duty Leave • Teammate Discount Program • Charitable Giving through Payroll Deduction (*Coverage is effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.)

For a complete listing of job duties, requirements and to apply go to statejobs.nebraska.gov

"The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetics."

Location and address of position:245 Fallbrook Blvd - Suite 100 - Lincoln, NE

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Flexible schedules may be available with management approval.

Dress Code: Business Casual

Requirements/ Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline. Must obtain Engineer Intern Enrollment (Engineering in Training Certification) within one year of employment.

Other Requirements:

• Submit a resume or list on the application specific detailed experience relevant to the position in years and months.
• Submit a current list of at least professional references (previous employers) with valid telephone number.
• A valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent transportation.
• Ability to occasionally travel overnight.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Ability to climb a 10 ft ladder.
• Ability to climb, bend, and stoop.
• Ability to work in outdoor temperature extremes.
• Ability to walk on muddy, icy, uneven terrain.
• Ability to participate in the agency's medical monitoring program.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.

*This position does not participate in the STEM OPT Program.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of air/water/waste/wastewater quality management, and state, local and federal pollution control rules and regulations.

Skills: Excellent written and oral communication, analytical and judgment skills, computer skills.

Ability to: Read and write technical reports; interpret complex environmental regulations and prepare concise and enforceable air quality permits; Relate well to people having various technical and non-technical backgrounds.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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