Underground Storage Tank Specialist

Full Job Description

The Department of Natural Resources encourages all applicants to upload a current resume and cover letter to their online application.

Are you ready to join the Iowa Department of Natural Resources in our mission to conserve and enhance Iowa’s natural resources? We are seeking a dedicated Underground Storage Tank (UST) Specialist to provide critical oversight and technical expertise to the State of Iowa.

In this vital role, you will lead efforts in the assessment and remediation of leaking UST sites while proactively preventing future environmental hazards. By ensuring rigorous regulatory compliance across all operating facilities, you will help protect Iowa’s water and soil for future generations.

Why Join the DNR? We take pride in a culture of meaningful, high-impact work. Join us as we strive to set the national standard for excellence in public service.

The Underground Storage Tank Specialist primary responsibilities include:

• Review and analyze Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) risk-based corrective action reports and Corrective Action Design Reports (CADRs) for regulatory compliance and technical completeness.
• Manage formal correspondence regarding site assessments, establishing clear timelines for remediation and follow-up.
• Partner with stakeholders (consultants, owners, and funding agencies) to drive corrective actions and mitigate high-risk environmental conditions.
• Perform technical reviews of UST Closure Reports to ensure all regulatory requirements are satisfied.
• Facilitate legal referrals and recommendations for permanent closure in cases of non-compliance.
• Oversee third-party inspectors, ensuring the quality and accuracy of compliance reports and the timely reporting of releases.
• Administer the inspection schedule to maintain a two-year frequency for all active UST sites.
• Maintain rigorous tracking of all project submittals, including financial responsibility (FR) documents and monitoring reports.

Essential Functions

• Audit LUST and UST reports for technical completeness and strict adherence to administrative rules.
• Interpret and disseminate information regarding federal and state regulations, standards, and departmental policies.
• Manage and track project submittals, ensuring timely and appropriate administrative responses.
• Communicate concisely through both oral and written mediums to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Utilize advanced software and databases to conduct research, develop spreadsheets, and analyze environmental data.
• Formulate professional recommendations based on the rigorous interpretation of site-specific information.
• Represent the DNR at public and professional forums throughout the state.
• Demonstrate a commitment to customer service, team collaboration, and the highest standards of ethical conduct.
• Execute tasks independently, maintaining consistent productivity and self-directed oversight.

Critical Job Competencies

Accountability, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Focus, High Productivity, Integrity, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Project Management, Self-Management, Team Player, and Technical Skills -Underground and Leaking Underground Storage Tanks.

What You Get From Us:

• A competitive pay plan and rewarding work.
• Insurance benefits that start the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

(Premiums can start as low as $64/month for single and $210/month for family coverage).

• Separate vacation and sick leave accruals that start on the first day and can roll over annually.
• Nine paid holidays/year.
• Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) retirement package with employer match.
• Optional deferred compensation (457/401A) plan with employer match.
• Professional training opportunities.
• Family friendly and professional work environment.
• Employee Discount Programs (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling)

• The State’s total compensation package features benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation. For a list of additional benefits, please visit the DAS website for more information.

• Flexible work schedules (as approved by the supervisor).
• Opportunities for hybrid telework (as approved by the supervisor).
• Workout/Gym facilities available onsite at 6200 Park Ave.

Comments

The starting salary for new state (Executive Branch) employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range.

Additional salary increases may occur after the first six months, and then annually (if applicable).

The State’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation. Visit the DAS website for more benefit information.

Add Program Webpage Link: UST Program https://www.iowadnr.gov/environmental-protection/land-quality/underground-storage-tanks

LUST Program https://www.iowadnr.gov/environmental-protection/land-quality/underground-storage-tanks/leaking-underground-tanks

Pending Applicants: College or university students that are pending graduation in May of 2026 with a Bachelor’s Degree in a natural science are eligible to apply for this position.

Ensure you are kept up-to-date of this position by checking your email regularly for emails from info@govermentjobs.com. This is a system generated email from the DAS application system and it may be sent directly to your Junk/Spam folder.

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The State of Iowa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Iowa DNR Mission

To conserve and enhance our natural resources in cooperation with individuals and organizations to improve the quality of life in Iowa and ensure a legacy for future generations.

E-Verify and Right to WorkThe State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.

Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States.

The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization.

For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in natural science

OR

an equivalent combination of experience and education substituting one year of full-time professional work in an environmental, radiation control, environmental health or food sanitation program for each year (30 semester hours) of the required education.

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