Environmental Programs Specialist

Job Posting Title

Environmental Programs Specialist

Agency

835 WATER RESOURCES BOARD

Supervisory Organization

OK Water Resources Board

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Environmental Program Specialist I (R20A) - $52,258 Annual Salary
Environmental Program Specialist II (R20B) - $56,074 Annual Salary

Job Description

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The Oklahoma Water Resources Board is a state agency responsible for overseeing the complex mission of managing, monitoring, planning for, and financing the state's water resources and infrastructure towards reliable future supplies that support strong communities, commerce, and the environment. The agency is seeking a full-time Environmental Programs Specialist to join our family of professionals in delivering exceptional services and expertise to Oklahomans.

Division: Financial Assistance

Section: Environmental

Location of Work: 3800 Classen Boulevard; Oklahoma City, OK 73118

Trial Period: 12 months in accordance with (OAC) 260:130-19-30.

Travel: Regular travel for field work, training & conference attendance is required. Travel may be overnight.

We proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial security, and work-life balance of eligible employees and their families:

• Generous Annual Benefit Allowance:
  Up to $21,942 to help cover insurance premiums for employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Insurance Plans:
  A variety of options with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions.

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs):
  Pre-tax savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

• Retirement Savings Plans:

  • Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan: Employer matches 6% of a minimum 4.5% employee contribution (up to 7% if the employee contributes 7%).

  • OPERS Defined Benefit Plan: Available for reenrollment to employees enrolled prior to November 1, 2015.

• Paid Leave:

  • 15 days annually for 1–5 years of service.

  • 18 days annually for 5–10 years of service.

  • 20 days annually for 10–20 years of service.

  • 25 days annually for over 20 years of service.

  • Sick leave: 15 days per year.

• Holidays:
  Eleven paid holidays annually.

• Employee Discounts:
  Special rates with various vendors and companies.

• Longevity Payment:
  Monetary rewards beginning at two years of service to recognize dedicated tenure.

• Thrive:
  Empower Oklahoma State employees to improve & enhance their well-being.

This robust benefits package reflects our commitment to the well-being, financial security, and work-life harmony of our team members.

Join OWRB’s nationally recognized Financial Assistance Division, recipient of the 2026 National CWSRF State Excellence Award and recognized as the #1 program in the United States for excellence in clean water infrastructure and financial management.

This position supports environmental review, compliance, reporting, and project coordination activities for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Program, including assisting with infrastructure project implementation, maintaining program data and federal reports, supporting EPA compliance activities, and coordinating with agency staff, consultants, and local governments to help ensure successful program operations.

Typical Job Functions:

• Coordinate and manage project planning activities for infrastructure initiatives funded through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund Program (CWSRF), including preparation of environmental review documents and ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state environmental regulations, policies, and permitting requirements.

• Serve as a liaison between agency personnel, engineering consultants, local government representatives, contractors, and project managers to support project development, environmental review coordination, funding eligibility, scheduling, and successful project implementation.

• Collect, organize, analyze, and maintain project and compliance data within the Environmental Protection Agency reporting platforms, databases, and internal tracking systems to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely submission of required information.

• Prepare, review, and submit annual National Information Management System (NIMS) reports, ensuring all program data and performance metrics comply with federal reporting standards and deadlines.

• Develop and compile the annual Intended Use Plan (IUP) and Annual Report for the CWSRF Program in accordance with federal regulations, guidance documents, and program objectives, including coordination of stakeholder input, financial data, and project priority information.

• Assemble documentation, records, and supporting materials required for annual compliance reviews conducted by the Environmental Protection Agency, and assist with responding to findings, requests for information, and corrective action items as necessary.

• Provide comprehensive administrative and programmatic support for daily operations of the CWSRF Program, including scheduling meetings, maintaining records, preparing correspondence and presentations, assisting with policy and procedure updates, and supporting special projects or initiatives as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies:

Strong communications skills and knowledge, skills and abilities required at this level include knowledge of the principles and practices of environmental quality and sanitation; of biological, microbiological, radiological, and chemical analysis; of environmental problems; of sample collection; of laboratory methodologies; of complaint investigations; of the survey and inspection of environmental and sanitary conditions; of consumer protection; of epidemiology; of water and air quality regulations; of hydrological and geological survey methods; and the principles of ground and surface water geology and hydrology. Ability is required to operate and maintain monitoring and detection equipment; to establish and maintain professional working relationships with others; to write technical reports; to collect samples; to apply research methodologies; to read and interpret plans and specifications of proposed facilities; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Possess good interpersonal and customer management skills.

Education and Experience:

Level I: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree with at least 24 semester hours in physical, natural, or biological science, chemistry, geology, hydrology, physical geography, epidemiology, environmental science, environmental health or civil, agricultural, environmental, geological or chemical engineering.

Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree with at least 24 semester hours in a physical, natural, or biological science, chemistry, geology, hydrology, physical geography, epidemiology, environmental science, environmental health or civil, agricultural, environmental, geological or chemical engineering plus one year of professional experience in one of the areas listed; or a master’s degree in a qualifying area.

**Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship**

**This position does not offer visa sponsorship**

Agency Awards

The Oklahoman Top Workplaces - 2025

Oklahoma Healthy Certified -2025

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

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