Environmental Program Assistant/Analyst

We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values : Stewardship, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its’ citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

This position will be located at 1659 E. Elm Street, Jefferson City, MO.

• Enforce the requirements of the Missouri Gateway Vehicle Inspection Program (GVIP)
• Audit vehicle emission inspection data: Conduct data analysis/research using spreadsheets, databases, and emission inspection software to identify and document occurrences of emissions inspection fraud.
• Occasionally conduct overt audits of licensed inspections stations in the St. Louis area.
• Work with the GVIP contractor to ensure proper implementation of the program.
• Coordinate with Missouri State Highway Patrol, Department of Revenue, and others in the Program to compile and report GVIP data.
• Discuss basic environmental issues and concerns with representatives of public and private interests.
• Coordinate and negotiate with citizens and regulated facilities to gain compliance with environmental programs, laws, rules, and regulations.
• Develop complex enforcement plans and monitor progress toward compliance.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills:

• Teamwork : Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.
• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving : Uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
• Attention to Detail : Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Compliance : Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with State and Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.

Equivalent to those typically gained by:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental science, or related field and 0-4 years of direct work experience in environmental regulatory field.

(Additional education or experience may substitute for the required education or experience)

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits & Work-life Balance

Our benefits package and flexible 40-hour work week promotes the mental and physical health of you and your family as you work towards achieving your professional goals. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance. Learn more here .

How we invest in you:

• Exceptional professional development: mentoring from experienced professionals, cross-media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings and continuing education tuition assistance.
• Support for professional registrations when required, through paid study materials, fees, study time, test time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees.

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• State of Missouri

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