Environmental Project Specialist 1/2/3

About This JobDivision: The Department of Environmental Quality/Office of Environmental Services. The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality’s (LDEQ) mission is to provide service to the people of Louisiana through comprehensive environmental protection in order to promote and protect health, safety, and welfare. The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality is seeking a passionate Environmental Project Specialist to help protect and preserve our state's natural resources. If you’re ready to make a real impact through science, regulation, and sustainability — we want you on our team!An Ideal Candidate Should Possess The Following Competencies: Communicating Effectively:

The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people andideas. Managing Projects: The ability to initiate, plan, execute, manage, and close out all project goals within theestablished timeline. Managing Systems: The ability to predict and manage the effects of actions on interrelated or interacting systemscomponents of a team, department, or organization. Minimum QualificationsThree years of experience in an environmental, natural resource management, or regulatory enforcement program; ORSix years of full-time work experience in any field; ORA bachelor’s degree. Experience Substitution:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties: Job Duties and Other InformationThe position is one of several in the Permit Application Administrative Review (PAAR) Group.

Each employee works closely with other members of the PAAR group and employees in the various permits divisions to ensure receipt of quality applications from the regulated community. Reviews name and ownership changes (NOC-1) applications requesting to transfer or change the company or facility name for permits. 2. Maintains TEMPO Master File data. Process incoming checks, including inputting all relevant information into the TEMPO check log and submitting the checks to the Fiscal Services Division. Opens, sorts, and distributes incoming mail received in the mailroom and mail received in the LDEQ drop box.

Backs up other EPS positions within the Permit Application Administrative Review (PAAR) Group when needed. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment, job appointment (a temporary appointment not to exceed four years), or promotion of a permanent classified employee. If the position is filled as a job appointment, it could be converted to a probationary appointment should funding become available. Domicile: East Baton RougeCareer Progression: Environmental Project Specialist 1, 2, 3, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant. Compensation: This position offers a Special Entrance Rate (SER) listed below.

This is the minimum compensation that may be offered. The job title and salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Environmental Project Specialist 1: $17. 07 per hourEnvironmental Project Specialist 2: $19. 55 per hourEnvironmental Project Specialist 3: $22. 38 per hourOverview of the five major offices within the agency: It provides information on the mission, function, and organization, along with a biography for each member of management. Office of the Secretary Office of Management and FinanceOffice of Environmental ServicesOffice of Environmental ComplianceOffice of Environmental AssessmentLouisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer. How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i. e. , relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Sarah McFarlandLA Dept. of Environmental QualityHuman ResourcesP. O. Box 4303, Baton Rouge, LA 70821225-219-3850Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service.

With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https: //info. groupbenefits. org/Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found at https: //www. civilservice. louisiana. gov/Parental-Leave/Default. aspxHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works).

These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www. lasersonline. org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www. trsl. org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www. lsers. net), among others01Rate your ability to communicate effectively based on our definition: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.

I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable communicating effectivelyI have limited experience or require assistance to communicate effectivelyI can communicate effectivelyI can communicate effectively and help others improve their communication02Explain your rating by providing specific and relevant examples in the box below. 03Rate your ability to manage projects based on our definition: The ability to initiate, plan, execute, manage, and close-out all project goals within the established timeline.

I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable managing projectsI have limited experience or require assistance to manage projectsI can manage projectsI can manage projects and help others improve their ability to manage projects04Explain your rating by providing specific and relevant examples in the box below. 05Rate your ability to manage systems based on our definition: The ability to predict and manage the effects of actions on interrelated or interacting components of a team, department, or organization.

I have no experience and/or am uncomfortable managing systemsI have limited experience or require assistance to manage systemsI can manage systemsI can manage systems and help others improve their ability to manage systems06Explain your rating by providing specific and relevant examples in the box below. 07How many years of experience do you have with MS Office products?08Briefly describe your experience with MS Office products. 09Briefly describe your computer experience. 10Briefly describe any experience you have writing business letters.

11Do you have experience processing permit applications?YesNo12Are you familiar with EDMS?YesNo13Are you familiar with TEMPO 360?YesNo Required Question