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Natural Resources, Department of

Waste Management Specialist 

Job Announcement Code(s): 09-03408

County(ies):
*Statewide
Classification Title: / JAC:
  Job Working Title:
WASTE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST 09-03408
    Waste and Materials Management Specialist

Type of Employment:
Full Time (40 hrs/week)
Part Time (less than 40 hrs/week)
Salary:
Starting annual salary is $35,291 with periodic increases over the first three years up to $45,990, plus an excellent benefits package, including health insurance, vacation, sick leave, deferred compensation and retirement benefits. These positions are in Pay Schedule/Range 15-24.
Contact:
Cathy Cleland, HR Assistant, 608-267-7565, Cathy.Cleland@wisconsin.gov
Bargaining Unit:
Science
Area of Competition:
Open
Deadline to Apply:
3/16/2010
March 16, 2010.
Exam Information:
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Join a team that works to protect and enhance our natural resources!  The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources currently has a vacancy available in our South Central Region, Fitchburg (Dane County) location but the employment register established by this recruitment will be used to fill future vacancies throughout the next 12 months. 

Job Duties:   

Waste Management Specialists perform activities related to the management of solid and hazardous waste, recycling, non-metallic mining and green tier in an assigned geographic area. Duties may include, but are not limited to inspecting small demolition landfills and other non-landfill solid waste facilities. Reviewing, approving or denying of plans and specifications for small demolition landfills and other non-landfill regulated solid waste facilities.  Conducting audits of municipal recycling and non-metallic mining programs; conducting hazardous waste inspections. Performing Material Recovery Facility inspections; providing technical and outreach assistance; initiating and participating in enforcement activities. Assisting in policy development and guidance for the solid waste, hazardous waste, recycling and non-metallic mining programs, and  providing assistance and support to eligible businesses on green tier, innovation, prevention of waste generation, and beyond compliance initiatives.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   Positions in these classifications typically require the following types of knowledge and skills.  Knowledge of solid and hazardous waste management, recycling, groundwater management; biological, chemical, natural, envrionmental/earth science principles.  These positions also require knowledge of state laws, administrative rules, and policies that pertain to waste management. These positions all require the ability to communicate effectively providing technical assistance and presenting to various audiences.

How To Apply:   

If you wish to apply for these positions you will be required to complete an online exam.  Go to Wisc.jobs  or click on the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) and review "How do I apply on-line and take an on-line exam?" section. After you create the account or enable your existing account, search for Job Announcement Code 0903408, viewing the announcement, click "Apply Now" at the top right corner of the screen this will take you to the examination. NOTE:  You will be required to submit official college/university transcripts as instructed in the exam portion.  If you recently submitted transcripts for our Water Program positions please read the exam portion for details.


The deadline to apply is March 16, 2010.  If you have any questions or are having any problems with the exam, please contact Cathy Cleland at (608) 267-7565.  Your responses are considered an examination and will be used to determine the eligibility for these vacancies. Those most qualified will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

 

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