TCEQ - Environmental Permit Specialist I

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career SectionAre you an experienced Environmental Permit Specialist, ready for a unique opportunity to grow with an environmental state agency? Join TCEQ We bring passion and drive to carry out our mission of protecting our states public health and natural resources.YOUR FUTURE TEAMAs part of TCEQs Office of Waste, you would contribute to agency efforts to regulate the generation, treatment, storage, and disposal of various wastes and the cleanup of contaminated sites. See details about what we do.This position is a member of our Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Section of our Waste Permits Division.HERES WHAT YOULL BE DOINGConduct technical reviews and evaluations of routine applications, reports, and plans pertaining to waste management; determine compliance with applicable laws, rules, technical principles, policies, and procedures; and processes to completion.Provide information concerning authorizations and authorization processes to internal and external customers through verbal communication, correspondence, meetings, presentations, and public hearings.Assist customers on the waste permits program through verbal communication, correspondence, data reports, presentations, and responses to Public Information Requests (PIRs).Participate in special projects, such as maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), rule writing, bill analysis, guidance document development, and streamlining work processes.KEY QUALIFICATIONSBachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in civil engineering, environmental engineering, environmental science, geology or chemistry.Training and/or experience performing research, lab work, or investigation.Experience in reviewing or analyzing technical information or technical data.Training and/or experience interpreting environmental rules and/or regulations, policies, and/or procedures.Qualifications:REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERIENCEA bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, physical science, environmental science, or a related field.Employees in this classification series may research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure, including but not limited to a communication infrastructure system, cybersecurity system, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment system, or water treatment facility. See Tex. Business Commerce Code Section 117.001(2). Accordingly, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a requirement to be hired for and to continue to be employed with TCEQ.TRANSCRIPT/ COLLEGE HOURS or COURSE WORK:See instructionson how to attach documents. A copy of your official college transcript or evaluation of foreign credentials in CAPPS is required if needed to meet the qualifications listed above.CURRENT TCEQ EMPLOYEESThis position is also available as a lateral transfer opportunity (LTO) to TCEQ employees within theEngineering Specialist I-Vstate classification. The selected candidate must meet the minimum qualifications of the corresponding job in theEnvironmental Permit Specialist I-Vseries.WORK SCHEDULEStandard business hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 dividual and work group schedule determined by the Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Section of our Waste Permits Division.BENEFITSOptional 401(k) and 457 plansInsurance: Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSAPaid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observesProfessional development opportunitiesLongevity pay based on your number of years working for the stateWellness Program and Activities Onsite Nurse Practitioner in HQWork-Life BalanceCONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTTCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered compliance with ADA, if you need any special accommodations during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102.MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY (MOS) CODESMilitary Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes can be found at:click the hyperlink under Occupational Category for the respective Class Title.Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Created: 2026-02-02