O*NET-SOC 13-1041.01

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

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Determine the nature of code violations and actions to be taken, and issue written notices of violation, participating in enforcement hearings, as necessary.Core10829
Prepare, organize, and maintain inspection records.Core10831
Investigate complaints and suspected violations regarding illegal dumping, pollution, pesticides, product quality, or labeling laws.Core10835
Determine which sites and violation reports to investigate, and coordinate compliance and enforcement activities with other government agencies.Core10841
Interview individuals to determine the nature of suspected violations and to obtain evidence of violations.Core10832
Inform individuals and groups of pollution control regulations and inspection findings, and explain how problems can be corrected.Core10837
Verify that hazardous chemicals are handled, stored, and disposed of in accordance with regulations.Core10839
Inspect waste pretreatment, treatment, and disposal facilities and systems for conformance to federal, state, or local regulations.Supplemental10836
Learn and observe proper safety precautions, rules, regulations, and practices so that unsafe conditions can be recognized and proper safety protocols implemented.Core10843
Monitor follow-up actions in cases where violations were found, and review compliance monitoring reports.Core10834
Examine permits, licenses, applications, and records to ensure compliance with licensing requirements.Core10830
Prepare written, oral, tabular, and graphic reports summarizing requirements and regulations, including enforcement and chain of custody documentation.Core10833
Observe and record field conditions, gathering, interpreting, and reporting data such as flow meter readings and chemical levels.Core10842
Analyze and implement state, federal or local requirements as necessary to maintain approved pretreatment, pollution prevention, and storm water runoff programs.Supplemental10846
Determine sampling locations and methods, and collect water or wastewater samples for analysis, preserving samples with appropriate containers and preservation methods.Core10838
Evaluate label information for accuracy and conformance to regulatory requirements.Supplemental10844
Research and keep informed of pertinent information and developments in areas such as EPA laws and regulations.Core10840
Respond to questions and inquiries, such as those concerning service charges and capacity fees, or refer them to supervisors.Supplemental10853
Research and perform calculations related to landscape allowances, discharge volumes, production-based and alternative limits, and wastewater strength classifications, making recommendations and completing documentation.Supplemental10849
Perform laboratory tests on samples collected, such as analyzing the content of contaminated wastewater.Supplemental10847
Inform health professionals, property owners, and the public about harmful properties and related problems of water pollution and contaminated wastewater.Supplemental10845
Review and evaluate applications for registration of products containing dangerous materials, or for pollution control discharge permits.Supplemental10848
Conduct research on hazardous waste management projects to determine the magnitude of problems and treatment or disposal alternatives and costs.Supplemental10852
Maintain and repair materials, work sites, and equipment.Supplemental10851
Participate in the development of spill prevention programs and hazardous waste rules and regulations, and recommend corrective actions for hazardous waste problems.Core10850
Prepare data to calculate sewer service charges and capacity fees.Supplemental20473

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 27 examples in 14 categories, 13 Hot Technology

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Document management software

Adobe AcrobatHot Technology
Microsoft SharePointHot Technology

Computer aided design CAD software

Autodesk AutoCADHot Technology

Data base user interface and query software

Database software
Microsoft AccessHot Technology

Analytical or scientific software

DQO-PRO
Environmental Knowledge and Assessment Tool EKAT
Field Operations and Records Management System (FORMS) II Lite
Fully Integrated Environmental Location Decision Support FIELDS
HRS Quickscore
Mass Flux Toolkit
Monitoring and Remediation Optimization System MAROS
Rapid Assessment Tools R.A.T.
Spatial Analysis and Decision Assistance SADA
Sustainable Management Approaches and Revitalization Tools SMARTe
Tibco Scribe Software

Geographic information system

Geographic information system GIS software
Geographic information system GIS systems

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot TechnologyIn Demand

Project management software

Microsoft ProjectHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Customer relationship management CRM software

Salesforce softwareHot Technology

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

SAP softwareHot Technology

Operating system software

UNIXHot Technology

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

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Getting Information

Investigate legal issues.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Gather physical survey data.
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WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Research issues related to the environment or sustainable business practices.
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Interview witnesses, suspects, or claimants.
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Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor the handling of hazardous materials or medical wastes.
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Monitor organizational compliance with regulations.
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products.
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Test fluids to identify contamination or other problems.
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Inspect facilities or equipment to ensure specifications are met.
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Processing Information

Compile technical information or documentation.
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

Examine product information to ensure compliance with regulations.
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Review license or permit applications.
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Analyzing Data or Information

Calculate data to inform organizational operations.
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Analyze environmental regulations to ensure organizational compliance.
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Update professional knowledge.
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Update knowledge of legal or regulatory environments.
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Developing Objectives and Strategies

Establish organizational guidelines or policies.
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Performing General Physical Activities

Dispose of hazardous materials.
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

Maintain facilities.
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Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

Maintain mechanical equipment.
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Maintain electronic equipment.
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Documenting/Recording Information

Prepare financial documents.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 2 of 2 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- Augments 2
- Harvest automationclaudeskills.infoAugments
- Latex documentndpvt-web/latex-document-skill317 installsAugments
  Gen Agent Trust Hub Fail
  Runlayer Fail
  Snyk Warn
  Socket Pass
  ZeroLeaks Pass
Maintain data in information systems or databases.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 5 of 23 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- Replaces 3
- Augments 17
- Supports 2
- Informs 1
- Agent memory architectureclaudeskills.infoReplaces
- Prismic automationclaudeskills.infoReplaces
- Contentful automationclaudeskills.infoReplaces
- Knowledge opsaffaan-m/everything-claude-code8,594 installsAugments
  Gen Agent Trust Hub Pass
  Snyk Warn
  Socket Pass
  ZeroLeaks Pass
- Google sheetsclaudeskills.infoAugments
Prepare legal or investigatory documentation.
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Prepare regulatory or compliance documentation.
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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
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WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Communicate with the public on environmental issues.
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Communicate results of environmental research.
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Communicating with People Outside the Organization

Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
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Inform individuals or organizations of status or findings.
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Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

Correspond with customers to answer questions or resolve complaints.
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Coordinate enforcement of laws or regulations.
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise others on business or operational matters.
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill2 of 33

Distinct tools25

Level mix

Replaces 3
Augments 19
Supports 2
Informs 1

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.