The DEQ's motto is "Protecting Michigan's Environment, Ensuring Michigan's Future." While that phrase guides us in our work, it would be meaningless without a highly trained staff committed to upholding the spirit behind it. Our staff is made up of individuals from all walks of life. Scientists, engineers, inspectors, and many others, all coming from different backgrounds. Some have lived in Michigan all their lives, while others chose to come here because of the quality of our environment that they now work to protect.
The one thing they all have in common, however, is their dedication to protecting our state's environment. This webpage will allow you to get to know members of our staff and learn the ways in which they uphold their commitment to Michigan both in and outside of the workplace.
Hazardous Materials Storage Inspectors

Their cubicles may stay empty for most of the day but that does not mean they are not hard at work. In fact, Hazardous Materials Storage Inspectors, or HMSIs, do some of the most important work in the Department of Environmental Quality.
Previous Staff Spotlights
Habitat for Humanity
Dan Qian
Karol Patton
Sarah VanDelfzijl
2006 Planner of the Year - Mary Goodhall
Office Recycling Committee
Teaching English - Jodi Peace
DEQ Environmental Assistance Center
Supreme Court Road Trip
Automotive Recyclers of Michigan
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