Environmental Specialist

State of Missouri
Jefferson City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 27, 2025
  • Salary: $44,568-$59,040 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:59040
  • Full Time
  • Environmental Services
  • Job Description

    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 1730 East Elm Street, Jefferson City, MO. The work schedule will be Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

    • Conduct activities related to hazardous waste generator notifications, reports, and fees.
    • Maintain data entry, quality, and accuracy for hazardous waste facilities.
    • Assist with development and implementation of ongoing information system solution project.
    • Interact with and guide the regulated community regarding hazardous waste generator requirements.


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

    • Environmental Science : Knowledge of concepts, principles, theories, and methods to protect and improve the quality of the environment and its resources.
    • Technical Credibility : Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies.
    • Analysis and Assessmen t: Using information technology to access, collect, analyze, maintain, and convey data/information.


    Equivalent to those typically gained by:

    • Preferred degree program would include a combination of the following: Environmental Science or Technology, Chemistry, Biology, Physical Science, Geology, Forestry, Soil Science, Ecology, Wildlife Management, Agriculture, Animal Science, Natural Resource Management, Soil Conservation, or a closely related field. Experience in data analytics is preferred (additional education or experience may substitute for the required education or experience).
    • Three or more years of experience as an Environmental Program Analyst.
    • Training, certification, and/or education in continuous process improvement programs such as Lean Six Sigma as well as completion of Missouri Way, Leadership Academy, and similar programs is preferred.


    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.


    David Green, Environmental Program Supervisor at 573-751-3204 or david.green@dnr.mo.gov

    Or

    Aarick Roberto, Recruiter at dnr.recruiter@dnr.mo.gov
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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