Environmental Protection Specialist II - Industrial Waste

Environmental Protection Specialist II - Industrial Waste

Salary

$48,672.00 - $83,512.00 Annually

Location

Headquarters: 2800 U.S. Hwy 281 N., San Antonio, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00240

Department

WATER RESOURCES-GOV RELATIONS

Opening Date

09/04/2026

Closing Date

9/20/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
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Grade 17 - Starting hourly rate: $23.40 Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Environmental Protection Specialist II - Industrial Waste applies general knowledge of various water and wastewater principles, practices, and regulation to conduct a range of environmental protection activities, including information collection, inspection, monitoring, sampling, and public education. S/he conducts inspections, monitors activities, evaluates plans or sites for compliance, and compiles various data and information, generally under one regulatory framework. S/he works under limited supervision/guidance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs field analyses, site inspections, groundwater well inspections, and surveys to determine the extent of compliance/non-compliance with applicable local, state, and federal water quality regulations and permits. Negotiates compliance schedules and activities with the regulated community and follows up on progress.
• Completes inspection and investigation reports, which evaluates findings and includes recommendations; assembles data (computerized and manual) for tracking and documentation purposes.
• Reviews and evaluates permit applications, pollution control plans, and proposed compliance strategies generally under one regulatory framework.
• Assesses the need for corrective/preventive action. Initiates early stages of corrective action as appropriate, and consults with Supervisor to initiate latter, more advanced stages.
• Repairs and calibrates monitoring and sampling equipment or geologic logging equipment.
• Provides input on the development of environmental technical standards, guidelines, policies, and formal regulations that meet all appropriate regulatory requirements. Assists with implementation of these standards, once adopted.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Associates Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Geographical Information Systems, or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
• Two years experience in natural resource management, urban or environmental planning, regulatory compliance, geographical information systems (GIS) applications or experience inspecting, investigating, or monitoring storm water, pretreatment of wastewater or related environmental activities to comply with mandated regulations.
• TCEQ Class "D" Water License within 6 months and a Class "C" Water Distribution License within 24 months of hire.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License.
• Proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
• Perform position specific physical testing.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
• TCEQ Class "II" Wastewater Collection Operator License.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Frequent contact with internal and external customers, consultants, vendors, and government agencies.
• Conducts regular, in-person and telephone contact with the public and regulated community representatives to explain environmental rules and laws, answers general technical inquiries, responds to complaints, performs inspections or investigations, and gains cooperation in achieving compliance.
• Participates in public and industry education by developing technical material, or communicating scientific and technical information through oral briefings, written documents, or written testimony.
• Responds to oil, sewage, and chemical spills and emergency situations requiring containment of the spilled substance to support assessment and action.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 60 pounds occasionally; pushing a maximum force of 100 pounds; pulling a maximum force of 100 pounds. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time.

Working conditions are both in an office environment and a field environment where there is a heavy traffic, construction, rugged terrain, and inclement and hazardous environmental conditions. If a part of the "emergency response team" must be able to complete and maintain the requirements as specified in applicable regulations for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated protective equipment. Also operates a company vehicle on a daily basis.

San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.

From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:

• Competitive, market-based salaries
• Performance-based incentives
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug program
• Vision care plan
• Two retirement plans
• Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
• Disability income
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• On-Site Fitness Facilities
• Community service opportunities

Click on the link for additional information regarding benefits: SAWS Benefits

01

Do you, at minimum, have an Associates Degree or higher level of education in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Geographical Information Systems, or related field from an institution accredited by a recognized accrediting agency?

• Yes
• No

02

If you attended college, indicate college hours completed, degree type, and major.

03

This position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions. Are you willing to work in this environment?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of experience do you have in natural resource management, urban or environmental planning, regulatory compliance, geographical information systems (GIS) applications or experience inspecting, investigating, or monitoring storm water, pretreatment of wastewater or related environmental activities to comply with mandated regulations.

• No experience
• Less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years or more of experience

05

In detail, please explain your experience in natural resource management, urban or environmental planning, regulatory compliance, geographical information systems (GIS) applications or experience inspecting, investigating, or monitoring storm water, pretreatment of wastewater or related environmental activities to comply with mandated regulations as outlined in your application and/or resume.

06

In detail, please explain your experience working with wastewater? If no experience, enter N/A.

07

Do you have a TCEQ Class "D" Water License and Class "C" Water Distribution Operator License ?

• Yes, I have a TCEQ Class "D" Water License
• No, I dont have a TCEQ Class "D" Water License, but I understand I will need to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Yes, I have a TCEQ Class "C" Water Distribution Operator License
• No, I dont have a TCEQ Class "C" Water Distribution Operator License, but I understand I will need to obtain within 24 months of hire.

08

Do you hold any certifications or other TCEQ licenses? List any you may have along with expiration date. if none, enter N/A.

09

Describe your experience using field equipment such as auto samplers, flow meters pH meters, D.O. meters and/or other wastewater sampling equipment. If no experience, enter N/A.

10

What experience do you have with the use of databases, Microsoft Office and Windows, GIS and Infor? If no experience, enter N/A.

11

Do you have a valid Texas drivers license? If so, what type of drivers license do you have?

• Class C
• Class CDL - B
• Class CDL - A
• I do not have a valid drivers license.
• I have a valid drivers license from another state.

Required Question

Employer San Antonio Water System

Address 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N.

San Antonio, Texas, 78212

Website https://www.saws.org/career-opportunities/