Environmental Scientist II - Temporary Job Listing at State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT (Job ID BFA364B5-0DD9-4)

Description

Overview

Under the general guidance and review of a supervisor plans, develops, and implements scientific programs; reviews and analyzes proposed projects and plans for consistency with policies, statutes, regulations, rules, and environmental impact; researches, collects, analyses, and enters information into and maintains data bases, and drafts reports; prepares environmental impact statements and recommendations for corrective actions/alternatives; develops, reviews and processes grant/loan applications; and prepares, develops, presents, and distributes informational and educational materials. Participates in field work, including project reviews, site inspections, investigations and the preparation of draft recommendations. Performs related duties as required.

Who May Apply

This position, Environmental Scientist II - Temporary (Job Requisition #54978), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours, and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Benjamin.Dejong@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Duties are largely performed in an office setting; however, some field travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation must be available. Field work may involve exposure to chemicals, gases, hazardous liquid and solid waste, and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours may be required. Strong and conflicting opinions may be encountered.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in a biological-life or physical science.

OR

Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, chemistry, soils science, geology or hydrogeology AND one (1) year or more of professional experience in environmental biology, microbiology or chemistry, or ecology, soils science, geology or hydrogeology.

OR

Bachelor's degree in any biological-life or physical science AND two (2) years or more of professional experience in environmental biology, microbiology or chemistry, or ecology, soils science, geology or hydrogeology.

OR

One year of experience as an Environmental Scientist I.

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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