Regularly assesses programs, develops procedures for compliance, investigations and program evaluations. Conducts studies to determine trends, and need for rules and policy development. Recommends and drafts policies, procedures, administrative rules and legislative concepts. This position works from an office location, but makes frequent on-site visits to locations throughout the state as needed. Office work involves frequent telephone and computer use.
Work hours are irregular and sometimes long.
Visits to on-site locations may be by vehicle, air, watercraft or on foot. Site visits often involve walking over uneven terrain and in wet muddy ground without pathways in all types of weather. Occasional lifting, twisting and stretching is required. Field work may cause exposure to pesticides or herbicides. Work may be in remote locations, alone.