Senior Natural Resources Specialist - Austin, TX

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number S06359P Position Title Senior Natural Resources Specialist - Austin, TX Department Enterprise Development Location Austin Position Status Full-time Work Schedule

Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

• Infrequent travel (i.e., annually) for activities such as job skills training or participating in institutional and client meetings and conferences.
• Work can be performed remotely unless requested for in-person meetings.
• Based on funding availability. The position to end at the start of fiscal year of 8/31/2026.
  
  

Salary The annual salary for this position ranges from $50,000 to $53,448. The final offer will be based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role. Pay Basis Monthly Job Summary

The Senior Natural Resources Specialist will review and process Public Water System information, documentation, and data related to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Ground Water, Revised Total Coliform, Chemical, Surface Water and Public Notice (PN) rules.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Researches noncompliance allegations and prepares penalty calculations, letters, memos, orders, and technical requirements to support routine enforcement actions.
• Monitors ordering provisions and compliance schedules for formal enforcement actions until compliance is achieved or cases are closed.
• Conducts routine reviews of technical reports, documents, and databases to determine compliance with applicable statutes, rules, and orders.
• Prepares quality enforcement documents that are accurate and complete in response to order compliance monitoring activities.
• Interacts with respondents to encourage compliance, settle enforcement actions, and as appropriate, initiate use and completion of Supplemental Environmental Projects (SEPs) as appropriate.
• Communicates case status and provides technical assistance concerning agency rules, regulations, and/or policies regarding enforcement actions.
• Provides testimony at commissioners’ agendas, administrative hearings, or civil trials.
• Maintains data to track case progress from assignment to closure.
• Maintains enforcement working file and all information necessary to timely track cases and provide updated cases status.
• Assists with and/or completes special projects; provides guidance to junior staff, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field 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 an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with databases and reviewing technical documents; paralegal; environmental disciplines; managing tasks strategically, maintaining effective relationships, and communicating frequently and clearly with management.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Teams, Word, and Excel; and PC’s. Solid working knowledge of database entry; ability to learn TCEQ’s rules and databases; follows all applicable institutional standard operating procedures; and adheres to institutional paper and electronic file management requirements.
• Skill in organization, attention to details, communicating technical information to non-technical individuals, and customer service.
• Ability to mentor newer staff as needed throughout the training process. Ability to integrate complex concepts, procedures, and processes.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with clients, customers, and coworkers to gather information and/or explain policies and procedures.
• Ability to independently prepare routine correspondence, reports, documents, policies, procedures, case narratives, or other lengthy documents; perform visual activities requiring prolonged attention to detail such as editing and proofreading.
• Ability to hear and understand speech to interact with coworkers/clients/customers on a routine or frequent basis with use of amplifying equipment/hearing aids if needed.
• Ability to work under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment; to work independently and effectively in home and remote offices; and to work professionally and cooperatively in a team environment.
• Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed
  
  

Other Requirements Workplace and Eligibility Conditions

• Standard office environment.
• Job activities include but not limited to sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying batches of paper up to 10 lbs.
  
  

Benefits Eligible Yes Benefits at UTA

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

Benefits

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CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
• GED
• High School Diploma
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• PhD or equivalent
• * How many years of professional experience do you have in the related field?
• None/less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 4 to 5 years
• 6 years or more
• * Are you willing to work in Austin, TX?
• Yes
• No
  

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume or CV
• Cover/Interest Letter
  
  

Optional Documents