Environmental Scientist III for Groundwater Protection

Summary Of Work

This position works with the Groundwater Protection Program in the Division of Water Quality. The Groundwater Protection Program focuses its efforts on preventing contamination of groundwater through programs designed to control potential sources of contamination. We also work to restore groundwater that has been polluted. Responsibilities of the position include:

• Providing technical oversight for site characterization and remedial action activities at contaminant release/spill sites, including data interpretation and evaluations of geologic and hydrogeologic conditions, contaminant levels and associated potential health risks, and appropriate remedial alternatives
• Conducting inspections of underground injection wells regulated by the Underground Injection Control Program
• Coordinating and assisting in groundwater sampling activities completed in conjunction with the Ambient Groundwater Monitoring Programs, including well sampling, equipment calibration and maintenance, and data entry and reporting
• Completing source water protection area delineations and contaminant source inventories as part of the Source Water Protection Program
• Developing Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPP), Field Sampling Plans (FSP), and Standard Operating Procedures for water quality sampling projects in North Dakota
• Maintaining clear and open communication with local, state, and federal agencies (e.g., US EPA, NRCS, DWR, NDGF)
• Responding to pollution incidents (e.g., contaminant spills or releases) and complaints, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. DEQ will not provide sponsorships.

DEQ is attempting to fill this position at the Environmental Scientist III level but reserves the right to fill the position as an Environmental Scientist II.

Environmental Scientist III requires a bachelor's degree in natural or physical science with emphasis in geology, hydrology, or environmental science, and three (3) years of related experience. A master's degree may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Starting salary is $6042/month.

Environmental Scientist II requires a bachelor's degree in natural or physical science with emphasis in geology, hydrology, or environmental science, and one (1) year of related experience. A master's degree may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Starting salary is $5484/month.

The Following Are Preferred But Not Required

• Groundwater monitoring well sampling experience
• Environmental site assessment, remediation, and risk assessment experience
• Demonstrated technical/scientific report writing ability
• Presenting technical information to stakeholders
• Facility inspection experience
• Knowledge of the use of computers, with emphasis on Word, WordPerfect, Excel and Access.

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Application Procedures

Applications will only be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System. Application materials must be received by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date. In addition to completing the online application, applicants should upload the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three professional references

Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications, credit will not be given.

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: DEQ Job Openings

Applicants who experience technical difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701) 328-3290\.

For assistance or questions regarding the application or interview process, please contact Casey Goodhouse, Human Resource Director at cjgoodhouse@nd.gov or (800) 366-6888 (TTY Relay North Dakota).

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

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