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Under direction of a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) in the Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) Evaluation Unit, the Environmental Specialist (ES) will implement the LEA certification program, the LEA, and Tire Enforcement Agency (TEA) evaluation programs, and matters associated with LEA/TEA performance evaluation outcomes related to solid waste/waste tire program implementation. The incumbent will apply basic principles of chemistry, biology, physical and environmental sciences, environmental characteristics of waste materials and solid waste systems related to public health and environmental protection standards. The ES will be required to gather complex data from multiple sources, review, analyze and assess compliance in the areas of solid waste facility permitting, inspection, closure and maintenance of LEA/TEA program requirements and records. The ES will communicate with all levels of local government and CalRecycle management, regarding LEA/TEA evaluation findings, action items and program recommendations necessary to certify an LEA or to bring LEA/TEA programs in line with statutes and regulations. The incumbent will participate in forums, workgroups, and special projects within CalRecycle as related to the LEA Evaluation Unit, Tire Enforcement Section, Financial Resources Section and CalRecycle’s overall priorities.