CO - P4192 - Remediation Project Officer

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a project manager to lead environmental remediation efforts across VRP, RCRA CA, Superfund and Federal Facilities, with hybrid in-office and telework. The role requires Virginia site work and coordination among stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and effective remedy implementation.

Candidates should possess strong remediation knowledge, CERCLA/RCRA experience, geology/hydrogeology expertise, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Experience with remediation technologies and site investigations.
• Knowledge of CERCLA, NCP, RCRA CA, and VRP.
• Knowledge of geology, hydrogeology, engineering and basic sciences.
• Remediation technologies, contaminant fate, risk assessment, waste management and related laws.
• Ability to organize and prioritize technical work per policies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use software to improve productivity.
• Ability to analyze problems balancing regulatory and business needs.
• Real ID or US passport and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for groundwater monitoring at hazardous waste facilities and other projects.
• Review and process complex documents: work plans, reports, site models, studies, remedy decisions and plans.
• Oversee site characterization, remedy implementation and response actions; monitor progress toward completion.
• Ensure compliance with technical requirements, guidelines, laws and regulations; apply pollution prevention where possible.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve regulatory and technical issues efficiently and fairly.

Skills

Remediation knowledge

CERCLA & regulatory framework

Geology & hydrogeology

Remediation tech & risk assessment

Project organization

Communication skills

Software proficiency

Analytical decision-making

Driver's license

Education

Engineering/Geology/Environmental Science background

Job description

Hiring Range: $60,000 - $95,000

Full Time or Part Time: FULL TIME

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position primarily provides project management and oversight for environmental remediation projects within the Office of Remediation Programs: Voluntary Remediation Program (VRP), RCRA Corrective Action, Superfund, and Federal Facilities. Please note this position follows a hybrid work schedule to include both in-office and telework. Candidates must be able to work from the assigned work location in Virginia.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The position responsibilities are to provide technical support for groundwater monitoring programs at hazardous waste management facilities and other projects as assigned. Reviews and processes complex technical, program- and project-specific documents including work plans, reports, conceptual site models, studies, final remedy decisions, and implementation plans. Oversees site characterization, remedy implementation, and response actions, and monitors progress towards completion. Ensures the project elements are in accordance with technical and program requirements, best engineering practices, established guidelines and policies, and applicable laws and regulations. The position applies pollution prevention technology where possible, promotes efficacy of final remedy decisions, and works with project stakeholders to resolve regulatory and technical issues efficiently, openly, fairly, and consistently.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with remediation technologies, environmental site investigation, and cleanup processes, practices, and principles
• Working knowledge of CERCLA and the National Contingency Plan, RCRA Corrective Action, and the Voluntary Remediation Program
• Working knowledge of geology, hydrogeology, engineering, and basic sciences
• Working knowledge of remediation and treatment technologies, contaminant fate and transport, risk assessment, and waste management practices; Knowledge of Federal and State environmental laws/regulations
• Ability to organize and prioritize technical and other related work, and to develop effective work methods in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to utilize computer software programs to improve program and project productivity and efficiency
• Ability to analyze problems, consider and balance regulatory and business needs, and make pragmatic decisions to achieve project objectives.
• A Real ID or U.S. passport is required to access certain facilities. This position may require you to operate a state owned or leased vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
• Combination of education, training, and experience in the disciplines of engineering, geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, and/or other natural sciences

ABOUT US

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the primary environmental permitting agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is responsible for administering laws and regulations related to air quality, water quality, water supply, renewable energy, and land protection. Through the dedication and work of over 800 employees across six regional offices and the Central Office in Richmond, DEQ issues permits, conducts monitoring and inspections, and enforces the law.