- Description
- Work Activities
- Abilities
- Interests
- Knowledge
- Wages
- Skills
- Work Values
- Work Styles
- Related Degrees
- Work Context
- Task Ratings
- Education
Job Description: Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.
Environmental Compliance Inspectors spend a lot of their time Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards. They are naturally good at Problem Sensitivity, Written Expression, Oral Expression, and Oral Comprehension. Environmental Compliance Inspectors are typically characterized as being Investigative and Conventional. They are usually very knowledgable about Law and Government, English Language, and Biology and are skilled at Reading Comprehension and Critical Thinking.
Work Activities
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Getting Information
Processing Information
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Analyzing Data or Information
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Documenting/Recording Information
Scheduling Work and Activities
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Coaching and Developing Others
Performing General Physical Activities
Training and Teaching Others
Thinking Creatively
Performing Administrative Activities
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
Developing and Building Teams
Interacting With Computers
Handling and Moving Objects
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
Developing Objectives and Strategies
Selling or Influencing Others
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
Assisting and Caring for Others
Staffing Organizational Units
Controlling Machines and Processes
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
Abilities
Problem Sensitivity
Written Expression
Oral Expression
Oral Comprehension
Inductive Reasoning
Deductive Reasoning
Written Comprehension
Category Flexibility
Speech Recognition
Speech Clarity
Flexibility of Closure
Information Ordering
Near Vision
Far Vision
Perceptual Speed
Visual Color Discrimination
Mathematical Reasoning
Originality
Selective Attention
Auditory Attention
Fluency of Ideas
Speed of Closure
Number Facility
Visualization
Memorization
Time Sharing
Finger Dexterity
Depth Perception
Control Precision
Spatial Orientation
Hearing Sensitivity
Multilimb Coordination
Arm-Hand Steadiness
Response Orientation
Reaction Time
Manual Dexterity
Trunk Strength
Static Strength
Sound Localization
Night Vision
Rate Control
Peripheral Vision
Gross Body Coordination
Extent Flexibility
Glare Sensitivity
Speed of Limb Movement
Stamina
Dynamic Strength
Gross Body Equilibrium
Interests
Investigative
Conventional
Realistic
Artistic
Social
Enterprising
Knowledge
Law and Government
English Language
Biology
Chemistry
Mathematics
Customer and Personal Service
Public Safety and Security
Geography
Education and Training
Clerical
Engineering and Technology
Computers and Electronics
Physics
Administration and Management
Mechanical
Design
Communications and Media
Psychology
Personnel and Human Resources
Transportation
Production and Processing
Building and Construction
Sociology and Anthropology
Economics and Accounting
Philosophy and Theology
Foreign Language
History and Archeology
Medicine and Dentistry
Telecommunications
Food Production
Sales and Marketing
Wages
District of Columbia
$79,590
Massachusetts
$68,180
California
$67,760
New Jersey
$67,040
Connecticut
$66,760
New York
$64,720
Rhode Island
$64,530
Maryland
$63,510
Illinois
$63,480
Minnesota
$63,130
New Hampshire
$62,760
Michigan
$62,410
Nevada
$61,880
Colorado
$61,630
New Mexico
$61,290
Washington
$59,620
Georgia
$58,290
Pennsylvania
$58,040
Hawaii
$57,910
Alaska
$57,730
Oregon
$57,500
Texas
$57,470
Virginia
$57,470
Vermont
$57,430
Arizona
$57,300
Maine
$57,030
Alabama
$55,880
North Carolina
$55,050
North Dakota
$54,890
Guam
$54,430
Wisconsin
$52,890
Ohio
$52,850
Nebraska
$52,760
Delaware
$52,580
Iowa
$52,550
Florida
$51,860
Missouri
$51,560
Kansas
$51,320
Idaho
$49,870
Tennessee
$49,550
Indiana
$49,210
Arkansas
$48,160
Louisiana
$48,120
Wyoming
$48,070
Montana
$47,610
South Carolina
$47,380
Kentucky
$47,110
Virgin Islands
$45,730
Utah
$44,530
South Dakota
$44,160
Oklahoma
$43,420
West Virginia
$40,970
Mississippi
$40,350
Puerto Rico
$37,930
Skills
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Speaking
Writing
Active Listening
Active Learning
Complex Problem Solving
Judgment and Decision Making
Quality Control Analysis
Social Perceptiveness
Mathematics
Systems Evaluation
Learning Strategies
Persuasion
Operation Monitoring
Instructing
Coordination
Service Orientation
Systems Analysis
Negotiation
Science
Time Management
Troubleshooting
Management of Personnel Resources
Operations Analysis
Operation and Control
Programming
Management of Material Resources
Technology Design
Management of Financial Resources
Equipment Maintenance
Work Values
Achievement
Working Conditions
Support
Independence
Recognition
Relationships
Work Styles
Integrity
Attention to Detail
Self Control
Dependability
Analytical Thinking
Stress Tolerance
Cooperation
Persistence
Adaptability/Flexibility
Initiative
Independence
Achievement/Effort
Leadership
Concern for Others
Innovation
Social Orientation
Related University Degree Programs
Work Context
Electronic Mail
Telephone
Face-to-Face Discussions
Contact With Others
Freedom to Make Decisions
Letters and Memos
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Deal With External Customers
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Spend Time Sitting
Coordinate or Lead Others
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Frequency of Decision Making
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Physical Proximity
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Time Pressure
Exposed to Contaminants
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Consequence of Error
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Level of Competition
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Outdoors, Under Cover
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Spend Time Standing
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Spend Time Walking and Running
Public Speaking
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Duration of Typical Work Week
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Exposed to High Places
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Degree of Automation
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Work Schedules
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Radiation
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-A lot of freedom-
Freedom to Make Decisions
Structured versus Unstructured Work
-About half the time-
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
-Completely automated-
Degree of Automation
-Constant contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others about half the time-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others most of the time-
Contact With Others
-Continually or almost continually-
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
-Every day-
Electronic Mail
Telephone
Face-to-Face Discussions
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Letters and Memos
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Frequency of Decision Making
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Time Pressure
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Exposed to High Places
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Exposed to Contaminants
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Radiation
Public Speaking
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
-Extremely competitive-
Level of Competition
-Extremely important-
Deal With External Customers
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Work With Work Group or Team
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-Extremely serious-
Consequence of Error
-Fairly important-
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Deal With External Customers
Work With Work Group or Team
-Fairly serious-
Consequence of Error
-High responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Highly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Highly competitive-
Level of Competition
-I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)-
Physical Proximity
-I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)-
Physical Proximity
-Important-
Work With Work Group or Team
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Deal With External Customers
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-Important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)-
Work Schedules
-Less than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-Less than half the time-
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Sitting
-Limited freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Limited responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Minor results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderate responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-Moderate results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderately automated-
Degree of Automation
-Moderately close (at arm's length)-
Physical Proximity
-Moderately competitive-
Level of Competition
-More than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-More than half the time-
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
-Never-
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Radiation
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Exposed to High Places
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Outdoors, Under Cover
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Public Speaking
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Spend Time Walking and Running
Frequency of Decision Making
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Contaminants
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Telephone
Spend Time Sitting
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Time Pressure
Face-to-Face Discussions
Electronic Mail
Spend Time Standing
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Letters and Memos
-No contact with others-
Contact With Others
-No freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-No responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-No results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Not at all automated-
Degree of Automation
-Not at all competitive-
Level of Competition
-Not important at all-
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Deal With External Customers
Coordinate or Lead Others
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Not serious at all-
Consequence of Error
-Occasional contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Once a month or more but not every week-
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Contaminants
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Time Pressure
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Frequency of Decision Making
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Exposed to High Places
Public Speaking
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Letters and Memos
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Face-to-Face Discussions
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Electronic Mail
Telephone
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Exposed to Radiation
-Once a week or more but not every day-
Letters and Memos
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Contaminants
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Frequency of Decision Making
Outdoors, Under Cover
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Time Pressure
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Face-to-Face Discussions
Telephone
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Electronic Mail
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to High Places
Exposed to Radiation
Public Speaking
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
-Once a year or more but not every month-
Public Speaking
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Exposed to High Places
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Radiation
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Time Pressure
Frequency of Decision Making
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Contaminants
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Face-to-Face Discussions
Letters and Memos
Electronic Mail
Telephone
-Regular (established routine, set schedule)-
Work Schedules
-Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)-
Work Schedules
-Serious-
Consequence of Error
-Slightly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Slightly close (e.g., shared office)-
Physical Proximity
-Slightly competitive-
Level of Competition
-Some freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Very close (near touching)-
Physical Proximity
-Very high responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-Very important-
Work With Work Group or Team
Coordinate or Lead Others
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Deal With External Customers
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-Very important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Very little freedom-
Freedom to Make Decisions
Structured versus Unstructured Work
-Very serious-
Consequence of Error
Task Ratings
Education Training Experience
-On-Site or In-Plant Training-
None
Up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years
-On-the-Job Training-
None or short demonstration
Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
-Related Work Experience-
None
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years
Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years
-Required Level of Education-
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
Some College Courses
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)
Bachelor's Degree
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Baccalaureate degree, but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees carrying the title of Master
Master's Degree