Environmental Scientist

Introduction The Resource Protection Section evaluates and protects Delaware’s water resources through technical assistance, field monitoring and sampling services, regulatory implementation, and standardizing processes for the Division’s inspection, compliance, and enforcement actions. Introduction The Resource Protection Section evaluates and protects Delaware’s water resources through technical assistance, field monitoring and sampling services, regulatory implementation, and standardizing processes for the Division’s inspection, compliance, and enforcement actions. Click here for more information about the Division of Water. Summary Statement This position resides in the Division of Water, Resource Protection Section, and will be responsible for compliance and enforcement activities within the following programs; National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Industrial Stormwater (ISW), NPDES individual permitted facilities, Large Systems, and Spray Irrigation programs. The individual selected will assist in training new employees, lead writing of enforcement for non‑compliant facilities, and represent the Division in large scale enforcement that crosses Divisions. Daily tasks, include planning/scheduling/conducting routine field inspections of assigned facilities, including data submission management, tracking corrective actions, compliance/enforcement actions, and scheduling/facilitating meetings. Career Ladder Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level. Essential Functions Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Conducts field studies or inspections and evaluations for compliance with permit and regulatory requirements; observes, collects, analyzes, reviews and interprets data from standard field studies, compliance inspections, various regulatory submissions or literature and makes recommendations. Performs statistical analysis of data. Conducts technical reviews and makes recommendations on permit applications or other various regulatory submissions to ensure compliance with regulations. Prepares permits, technical reports and/or enforcement case documents. Responds to technical/regulatory inquiries from other state, local and federal agencies as well as public and private organizations or individuals. Job Requirements JOB REQUIREMENTS for Environmental Scientist III Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Life, Physical, or Applied Science or related field. Two years' experience in analyzing and evaluating scientific data. Two years' experience in interpreting environmental laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures. Two years' experience in technical report writing. Additional Posting Information The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview. Conditions of Hire DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources. As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at Selection Process The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov. Accommodations Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or by visiting delawarerelay.com. If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. #J-18808-Ljbffr