TCEQ - Natural Resources Spec II
Texas Commission on Environmental QualityAustin, Texas, United States
Posted April 10, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is the state agency responsible for safeguarding Texas’s human and natural resources. With a workforce of roughly 2,800 employees spread across a central office in Austin and 16 regional sites, the TCEQ enforces regulations that promote clean air, clean water, and safe waste management while balancing sustainable economic growth. The agency bases its decisions on law, science, and fiscal responsibility, ensuring that rules are necessary, effective, and applied consistently. It actively encourages public participation, fosters voluntary compliance, and maintains a diverse, high-quality workforce. As an equal-opportunity employer, the TCEQ commits to fair hiring practices and an inclusive workplace culture.
Job Description
Join TCEQ as a Natural Resources Specialist II and contribute to regulating the generation, treatment, storage, and disposal of various wastes and the cleanup of contaminated sites.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in physical science, environmental science, engineering, geography with emphasis in environmental studies or emphasis in natural resource studies
- Experience in identifying and assisting regulated entities to meet state rules
- Experience in representing an employer in discussions and written correspondence
- Experience analyzing and/or interpreting environmental data
Benefits
- Optional 401(k) and 457 plans
- Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSA
- Paid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observes
- Professional development opportunities
- Longevity pay based on your number of years working for the state
- Wellness Program and Activities
- Onsite Nurse Practitioner in HQ
- Work-Life Balance
