Environmental Specialist II - Waste Compliance

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The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Water, Energy, and Environment - Agency 84 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $25.686 Job Posting: JR2026-00026611 Environmental Specialist II - Waste Compliance (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 06-16-2026 Job Description: You will be doing work knowing you are making a difference for current and future generations. The agency is seeking a detail-oriented team player to help protect, preserve, and enhance resources in Nebraska. The successful candidate will conduct inspections of hazardous waste generators and evaluate compliance with state and federal hazardous waste (RCRA) regulations and permit conditions. Conduct inspections of solid waste permitted facilities to review compliance with state regulations and permit conditions. Other primary duties include preparing reports and documenting inspection observations including potential violations. Respond to complaints related to solid waste and hazardous waste potential improper disposal, conduct file reviews and supports the department's filing process and facility databases (Approximately 50% of work). Job duties also could include inspections at wastewater treatment facilities and inspections for Air Quality issues (such as community open burn sites and associated open burning complaints). This position also oversees the implementation of compliance assistance program for the hazardous waste and solid waste regulatory programs and assists other programs in the Agency on special projects (Approximately 50% of work). Duties are to answers questions from, and provide assistance to, the regulated community, government and the public. This position gives presentations for how to comply with and understand the Department's hazardous waste and solid waste regulations. This position conducts compliance assistance visits across the state as requested. This position also has specialized duties managing DWEE environmental databases that manage information shared and entered or uploaded to U.S. EPA on an annual and biennial basis. This position requires some overnight travel. Benefits for you! - 13 paid holidays - Vacation and sick leave equating to 24 days your first year, accruing immediately - Military leave - 156% state-matched retirement - Tuition reimbursement - Employee assistance program - 79% employer paid health insurance plans - Dental and vision insurance plans - Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government - Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the state - Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service - Training and development based on your career aspirations - Fun, inviting teammates - A safe and secure environment - A new modern building in Fallbrook with free onsite parking - Easily accessible from I-80 - Respected as a valued team member - Business Casual Dress Code - Monday - Friday - After a 6-month Original Probation Period - Flexible schedules and 10-hour workdays may be allowed with management approval At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today! Location: 245 Fallbrook Blvd - Suite #100 - Lincoln, NE Work schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Flexible schedule, 10-hour workdays allowed after six-month probation with management approval. 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." Job Duties: Assess compliance with hazardous waste and solid waste regulations at industrial, commercial, and municipal facilities through inspections. Coordinate related enforcement activities as assigned. Conduct complaint investigations and respond to actual or potential sources of environmental pollution. Maintain hazardous waste facility database to measure program objectives Resolve issues concerning facility information discrepancies. Organize and interpret data for program reporting and decision making. RCRAINFO, IIS, BRS, etc. Testifies at hearings as an expert witness to verify observations and conclusions form data collection and interpretation as required in legal actions. Conducts pre-inspection file reviews, documents inspection results, and maintains facility database. Provide technical assistance to the public, the regulated community, and other governmental agencies concerning solid waste and hazar