Onsite Wastewater Specialist

Job Location: This position will be located at 930 Wildwood Drive, Jefferson City, Missouri.

Why you’ll love this position:

The Bureau of Environmental Health Services performs essential functions keeping people safe and healthy throughout Missouri, whether they are eating out at a restaurant, staying at a motel, visiting a water park, or enjoying their own back yard. We are seeking a self-motivated individual with an interest in preserving the state's water resources while protecting citizens' health and enjoyment of the land. This is an entry-level position in the Onsite Wastewater Program in which you will learn to do this through the application of scientific principles and industry best practices. If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding professional career that promotes and protects public health then apply today!

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

• Assist with the overall administration of the Onsite Wastewater Program.
• Assist in organizing classroom training for onsite wastewater professionals.
• Maintain day-to-day operation and maintenance of the ArcGIS data management system of registered professionals, classroom trainings, permit applications, permits, and complaints.
• Manage contracts and reimbursements for Local Public Health Agencies.
• Provide training and technical guidance to industry, local public health agencies, and the public..
• Assist Bureau staff in the field with onsite wastewater site visits, permitting, and complaint investigations as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Public Health, or other applicable field of study (substitutions for experience will be considered).
• Understanding of principles that affect wastewater treatment and dispersal.
• Previous experience with ArcGIS products or the ability to quickly learn how to use new data management software.
• Ability to travel in and out of state, including occasional overnight stays on short notice. Valid driver's license required.
• Moderate physical effort and mobility is required, i.e. driving vehicles, climbing stairs, negotiating outdoor terrain, walking/standing for hours at a time and frequent stooping/bending.
• Analytical thinking and problem solving skills; ability to communciate clearly, appropriately, and effectively; attention to detail.
• Previous experience in public health or onsite wastewater is helpful but is NOT required.

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

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Mark Jenkerson at mark.jenkerson@health.mo.gov

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• State of Missouri

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