Environmental Inspector-In-Training - Environmental Protection

Nature of Work * This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system.* Environmental Inspector in Training West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection Division of Mining and Reclamation Operations; Inspection and Enforcement Fayetteville Regional Office: 1159 Nick Rahall Greenway, Fayetteville, WV 25840 Important note: This position is classified exempt; therefore, is available to any applicant who meets the minimum requirements and/or special requirements or areas of assignment.

We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity.

We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.

Employee will be assigned to the Division of Mining and Reclamation, Inspection and Enforcement section.

Position Duties: * Conduct technical and field inspections of regulated sites to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and permit conditions in Fayette, Greenbrier, Kanawha, and Nicholas Counties (assignment areas may change without advance notice). * Operate at training inspector level under direct supervision.

* Issue notices of violation and/or cessation orders as needed.

* Follow up on violations through civil, administrative, or criminal proceedings in accordance with established procedures.

* Investigate complaints related to mining and reclamation activities.

* Travel regularly and work outdoors in various weather conditions.

* Navigate and walk over rugged terrain during site inspections.

* Be available for emergency response and on-call duties as needed.

* Accept temporary assignments in different geographic areas based on environmental conditions or agency needs.

* Submit required documentation and paperwork in a timely manner.

* Participate in quarterly helicopter over-flight inspections of assigned areas.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements: * Must reside within the assigned geographic area.

* Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver's license.

* Must communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with the public and private sector.

* Must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

Notes: * Regular attendance is an essential part of this position.

* Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet-based profile assessment to compare the applicant's thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position.

* The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter.

* All new employees that are involved with Specific DEP programs subject to the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMRCA) of 1977 must file prior to final appointment and annually thereafter, a Statement of Employment and Financial Interest (OSM 23). * Any applicant who is currently in a paygrade lower than the paygrade of the Environmental Inspector-in-Training and who has never taken and passed the written examination for the Environmental Inspector-in-Training will be required to do so.

Hiring Process:This job is a tested position and requires an online examination.

Once your application is received, you will be notified from CourseMill (web-based Learning Management System). DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU CAN TEST WITHIN three (3) calendar DAYS after receiving your notification from CourseMill.

Online applicants who do not test within three (3) calendar days of receiving this notification will be inactivated.

Caution:Any time you retake the same test, your new score, whether higher or lower, will automatically replace any previous test scores.

Your score is valid for twelve (12) months after you have taken it.

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IMPORTANT:Please provide employment information in your resume or application;therefore, make sure your resume or application is detailed and complete.

You MUST complete ALL parts of the application OR upload a resume to your submission.

ATTENTION:Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified.If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" of your form DD214 and/or your VA Letter.

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If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.

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Or, you may email it to: or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd.

E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.

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Minimum Qualifications from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in natural or applied science, engineering, or occupational safety and health.

Substitution: Full-time or equivalent part-time paid inspection, technical, or professional employment in one of the areas of assignment may substitute for the required training on a year-to-year-basis.

Special Requirements: Must possess a valid driver's license.

For work in the areas of hazardous waste management and solid waste management, must take and pass physical examination within the first six months of employment and submit to annual follow-up examinations.

Failure to pass the initial examination will result in termination of employment.

Failure to pass a subsequent examination may result in reassignment.

Note: Personnel engaged in activities associated with hazardous wastes risk exposure to situations or chemicals which may cause illness or injury if proper procedures are not followed.

Areas of Assignment: Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Environmental Compliance Monitoring Hazardous Waste Management Surface Mining Reclamation Solid Waste Management Water Pollution Control Air Quality Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions.

Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.

Other Information Note: DEP's maximum hiring salary for the Environmental Inspector-in-Training title is $45,500 due to title/salary progression opportunities after being hired.