Environmental Scientist (NMED #12378) State of New Mexico - 3.5 Los Lunas, NM Job Details Full-time $33.12 - $49.68 an hour 2 days ago Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Posting Details Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date

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Environmental Health Bureau Looking for a rewarding career and growth opportunity? The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is seeking highly engaged talent to assist us in our mission to protect and restore the environment and foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. Come be a part of our great team for change!

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https://www.env.nm.gov/ As a valued new employee to the NMED, you will receive five (5) full days of leave in your leave. NMED participates in E-Verify and will verify employment eligibility upon hire Why does the job exist? The purpose of this position is to protect public health and groundwater resources in New Mexico by conducting inspections and oversight of regulated facilities and systems in accordance with applicable NMED regulations. The position independently plans and manages field activities to promote compliance within the regulated community, utilizing voluntary measures or enforcement actions as necessary. This position ensures that facilities and sites are properly constructed, installed, and operated to meet regulatory requirements and exercises delegated authority to review and issue permits for the Food, Liquid Waste, and Aquatic Programs. It investigates and responds to complaints across these program areas, taking appropriate action to achieve compliance with NMED standards. Additionally, the position provides technical and programmatic support to the public and regulated community, ensuring the Bureau and Department achieve their goals, objectives, and policy priorities. How does it get done? Conduct inspections of food establishments, liquid waste systems, public aquatic facilities, and temporary events to ensure compliance with regulations. Maintain complete and accurate inspection records. Investigate complaints, evaluate public health and environmental risks, document findings, and recommend or implement appropriate corrective actions. Review plans and permit applications, conduct plan reviews, issue permits, and maintain accurate permitting records in accordance with regulatory requirements. Maintain complete and accurate permitting records. Perform compliance and enforcement activities, including regulatory inspections, enforcement actions, and responses to food recalls in coordination with management. Maintain complete and accurate enforcement records. Provide technical assistance and regulatory guidance to the public, regulated facilities, contractors, and other stakeholders to promote voluntary compliance. Participate in public outreach, education, training, and community engagement activities to increase awareness of Environmental Health Bureau programs. Maintain required certifications and participate in ongoing professional development, agency training, and continuous learning. Who are the customers? New Mexicans to protect and restore the environment Occasional contact with external Federal, State and Local regulatory bodies as well as contractors and environmental not for profit organizations Internal staff Ideal Candidate New Mexicans to protect and restore the environment Occasional contact with external Federal, State and Local regulatory bodies as well as contractors and environmental not for profit organizations Internal staff Minimum Qualification Bachelor's Degree in Physical, Natural, or Environmental Science, Soil Science, or Engineering and two (2) years of work experience in public/environmental health, environmental science, Air Quality Management, Biology, Engineering, Chemistry, Geology, Hazardous Waste Management, Wildlife Management, and/or Water Resources. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid driver¿s license. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment. Working Conditions Work is performed under exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) with extensive personal computer and cell phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending, and reaching may be required with considerable travel to field locations, for meetings, training, and to permit and inspect facilities to enforce regulatory rules. Occasional weekend work may be required. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here

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Dominic Romero (575)649-4106 or Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. For more information on how to apply, please check out the

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