An Environmental Compliance Specialist performs environmental audits and advises companies on compliance with state, local and federal environmental regulations. Investigates company waste disposal, industrial hygiene and pesticide use practices and policies, advises on compliance issues and reports violations as needed.
Local recruitment: Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11 / 12 - Drinking Water Analyst Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy Lansing, MI, USA 🇺🇸
Salary:
$25.03 - $45.86
Hourly Location:
Lansing, MI Job Type:
Permanent Full Time Job Number:
7601-26-DWEHD-025
Department:
Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)
Opening Date:
08/11/2026
Closing Date:
8/25/2026 11:59
PM Eastern Bargaining Unit:
SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING
(SEIU) Job Description Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11 : This position is responsible for overseeing the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act, PA 399 (Act 399) Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) requirements statewide. The CCR rules require community water supplies (CWS) to report to their customers on the source and quality of the drinking water, and to characterize the risk (if any) from exposure to detected contaminants. Responsibilities include making decisions on preliminary review practices and acceptance criteria, review and approval of final reports, and following procedures for handling deficiencies. This position will utilize existing IT applications, including Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) - State and Michigan Environmental Health and Drinking Water Information System (MiEHDWIS) to manage records/workflow, track compliance schedules, and in determining/recording compliance actions. Position Description - Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11 (Download PDF reader) Environmental Quality Analyst 12 : This position serves as the recognized resource responsible for overseeing the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act, PA 399 (Act 399) Consumer Confidence Reports (CCR) requirements statewide. The CCR rules require community water supplies (CWS) to report to their customers on the source and quality of the drinking water, and to characterize the risk (if any) from exposure to detected contaminants. This position serves as the primary contact and compliance officer for the CCR rules, related matters, and often advises on situations where interpretations of compliance and non-compliance are not clear. This position has an in-depth understanding of the CCR rules and rules within Act 399 that connect to CCRs, statutes, policies, processes, and standard operating procedures. This position will be responsible for determining compliance with CCR content and delivery requirements, issuing violations in a timely manner, and aiding operators/owners in returning to compliance. This position is responsible for the development and revision of training materials, guidance, and tools to aid CWS and program staff in efforts to support the CCR requirements. This position will utilize existing IT applications, including Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)-State and Michigan Environmental Health and Drinking Water Information System (MiEHDWIS) to manage records/workflow, track compliance schedules, and in determining/recording compliance actions. This position may represent EGLE at various meetings, subcommittees, or conferences. Position Description - Environmental Quality Analyst 12 (Download PDF reader) The work location of this position will be the Deborah A. Stabenow Building in Lansing, MI. Howe ver, the selected candidate may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule (combination of remote and in-person). Employees approved for schedules that include remote work must complete that work within Michigan. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. When working remote, employees must use a designated workspace that is safe and professionally appropriate, allows for privacy, minimizes distractions, and includes secure internet access. Details regarding work location and schedule options for this position may be discussed during the interview process. Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, engineering, environmental studies and sustainability, physical sciences, resource development, or resource management. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: biochemistry, biology, botany, chemistry, crop and soil science, ecology, engineering, environmental health, environmental science, environmental studies and sustainability, forest management, geology, meteorology, microbiology, physical geography, physics, remote sensing, resource development, resource management, toxicology, or zoology. Experience Environmental Quality Analyst 9 No specific type or amount is required. Environmental Quality Analyst 10 One year of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 9. Environmental Quality Analyst P11 Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst including one year equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 10. Environmental Quality Analyst 12 Three years of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst, including one year equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst P11. Additional Requirements and Information
ABOUT EGLE
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources. At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan's land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan's residents. The State of Michigan offers a competitive benefits package for all career employees that include medical, dental and vision coverage, along with paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, retirement and much more. Click the following link to learn more. State of Michigan - Employee Benefits Please attach a resume, cover letter, and your official college transcripts to your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
View the job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/E/EnvironmentalQualityAnalyst.pdf (Download PDF reader) Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
Employer:
State of Michigan Department:
Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)
Address:
525 West Allegan Street Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone:
517-284-5014
Website:
https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/careers 0 days remaining Apply by 25 August, 2026 APPLY Job no longer available? Let us know!
