Environmental Complnc Spec 1-Tifton, GA

This position is located in the Georgia Environmental Protection Division - Watershed Protection Branch - Agricultural Water Withdrawal Program in Tifton, GA. As a Environmental Compliance Specialist I this position will work with the Agricultural Metering Program and will be responsible for performing field related duties for metering such as flow meter approvals, new meter install assessments, repair and replace assessments, performing qaqc, and gathering wetted acreage data. This position will utilize maps and GPS tools to locate and identify wells, surface water pumps, and flow meters. This position requires strong people skills and a good understanding of agricultural water use. This position will interact extensively with farmers, property owners, University of Georgia Extension agents, and other agricultural stakeholders. This position will provide timely and accurate documentation of field work and inspection results. This position will identify compliance issues related to agricultural meter installation, develop Notices of Violation, track compliance issues and resolutions, and provide technical assistance with stakeholders. This position will be responsible for assisting at our meter warehouse with meter deliveries and meter orders for field contractors. This position requires performing inside office work and outside field work.

Preferred Qualifications:

  -Agriculture Knowledge.

 - Knowledge or experience with interpreting and applying state regulations. 

- Experience with agricultural water use, metering, and irrigation.

 - Demonstrated ability to work with farmers and other stakeholders.

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