Assistant Geologist / Geologist Trainee - NY HELPS

Environmental Conservation, Department of; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Environmental Conservation, Department of in New York seeks an Assistant Geologist / Geologist Trainee to lead state and private remedial projects in Region 6. You will supervise site investigations, remediation efforts and review compliance documentation.

You will coordinate with remedial parties and government agencies while monitoring remedy effectiveness. You will handle fieldwork in remote areas under challenging conditions, managing multiple projects and addressing technical and

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in earth science or related field.
• ASBOG FG exam or professional geologist licensure required for Assistant Geologist level.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate state vehicles.
• 40-hour OSHA 1910.120 training and annual HAZWOPER certification required.
• Ability to work in remote areas and lift up to 50 pounds.
• GIS software experience is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Manage state and private remedial programs in Region 6.
• Oversee site investigations and remediation projects.
• Review compliance documentation and coordinate with remedial parties and agencies.
• Monitor remedy effectiveness and report findings.
• Conduct fieldwork in remote locations and adverse conditions.

Kenntnisse

Remote work

Fieldwork

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in earth science or related field

ASBOG FG examination or PG licensure

Tools

GIS software

Jobbeschreibung

The Assistant Geologist / Geologist Trainee serves as a project manager overseeing state-funded and privately funded remedial programs across Region 6 of the New York Department of Environmental Conservation. Responsibilities include managing site investigations and remediation projects under programs like State Superfund and Brownfield Cleanup, reviewing compliance documentation, coordinating with remedial parties and government agencies, and monitoring remedy effectiveness. The role requires managing multiple projects while addressing technical and administrative needs, with fieldwork in remote areas and adverse conditions.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in earth science, geology, environmental geology, geophysics, hydrogeology, or related field
• Proof of passing ASBOG Fundamentals of Geology (FG) examination or professional geologist licensure (for Assistant Geologist level)
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate state vehicles
• Successfully completed or able to complete 40-hour OSHA 1910.120 training and annual HAZWOPER certification
• Ability to work in remote areas, negotiate difficult terrain, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Experience with Geographic Information System (GIS) software a plus