Environmental Engineer Licensed 12 - Warren District Office



Environmental Engineer Licensed 12 - Warren District Office

Salary

$31.89 - $45.00 Hourly

Location

Warren, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Job Number

7601-23-DWEHD-017

Department

Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)

Opening Date

07/19/2023

Closing Date

8/16/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING (SEIU)

Job Description


IF YOU HAVE ALREADY APPLIED FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE DO NOT REAPPLY.  YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED.

This position serves as the senior licensed district engineer for the Drinking Water and Environmental Health Division (DWEHD). The senior level district engineer is required to be a Licensed Professional Engineer and is responsible for the review, approval, and issuance of construction permits for water supply facilities. As a licensed professional engineer, this person is tasked with the regulatory oversight of community public water supplies as defined by the Michigan Safe Drinking Water, Act 1976 PA 399, as amended (SDWA). The senior level district engineer is the primary contact with community water supplies to fulfill these requirements.  The senior level district engineer reviews non-licensed district engineer work products, provides licensed engineer approvals, and issues construction permits for these non-licensed district staff.

Position Description


The work location of this position will be the Warren District Office.  However, the selected candidate may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule (combination of remote and in-person) or a fully remote work schedule (with occasional travel to their official work location). 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 engineering.

 

Experience

Three years of professional environmental engineering experience in the protection and improvement of land and water resources, occupational health or air quality equivalent to an Environmental Engineer, including one year equivalent to an Environmental Engineer P11.

 

Additional Requirements and Information


ABOUT EGLE
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan’s environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.

At EGLE, 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.

Please attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcript to your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.  

Note: Possession of a registered professional engineer license as required by the State of Michigan.

View the job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/ENVIRONMENTALENGINEERLICENSED_12611_7.pdf

Graphical Summary of the benefits information contained in the text below.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.  
More details on benefits for our new hires are below: 

 Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. 
 
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits
 
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. 
 
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. 
 
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. 
 
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. 
 
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. 
 
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. 
 
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. 
 
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. 
 
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. 
 
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. 
 
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. 
 
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. 
 
Updated: 2/28/24

01
EVILICA - Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.
  • Yes
  • No
02
EVILICA – Do you possess at least three years of professional environmental engineering experience in the protection and improvement of land and water resources, occupational health or air quality equivalent to an Environmental Engineer?
  • Yes
  • No
03
EVILICA – Do you possess a registered professional engineer license as required by the State of Michigan? If so, please provide your license number in the Certification/Licenses section of your profile.
  • Yes
  • No
04
Did you attach your resume to your application? Note: Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.
  • Yes
  • No
05
Did you attach a copy of your official transcripts to your application? Note: Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.
  • Yes
  • No
06
Did you attach a cover letter describing how your educational background and work experience has prepared you for this position as a licensed environmental engineer overseeing public water supplies to ensure protection of public health?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
08
If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your Driver's License number and the State of issuance. (If you answered no, please enter N/A)
09
Do you have experience in water system design, operation, or maintenance?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Have you taken courses in either hydraulics, hydrology, water treatment or water distribution design?
  • Yes
  • No
11
Have you taken courses in or been otherwise exposed to environmental laws pertaining to water quality protection, or public health laws pertaining to community water supply?
  • Yes
  • No
12
Have you taken course work in or have experience in the chemical analysis of water?
  • Yes
  • No
13
Do you have experience using personal computers including word-processing, database, and spreadsheet software?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
State of Michigan
Department
Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)
Address
525 West Allegan Street

Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
517-284-5014